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Gradient Labs doubles Series A to $26M
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- →Gradient Labs is enhancing AI-driven automation in financial services, a sector ripe for innovation.
- →The increased funding supports their US expansion, indicating confidence in their growth potential.
- →Their focus on finance-specific AI agents differentiates them from competitors targeting broader markets.
Gradient Labs, a startup founded by former Monzo engineers, has increased its Series A funding to $26 million. The company specializes in AI agents for automating customer service in finance, with clients including Wise and Monzo. New investors Octopus Ventures and CommerzVentures led the additional funding. The funds will be used to expand into the US and advance product development. Gradient's focus on finance sets it apart from other AI startups targeting broader enterprise markets.
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