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Factorial raises $150M Series D for AI transformation
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- →Factorial's pivot to AI could set a precedent for other enterprise software companies.
- →The significant funding highlights investor confidence in AI-driven business models.
- →Expansion plans in Europe indicate a strategic move to capture a larger market share.
Factorial, a Barcelona-based company, has raised $150 million in a Series D funding round, achieving a $2.5 billion valuation. The round was led by General Catalyst, with Atomico and other existing investors participating. Factorial is shifting its focus from traditional HR software to an AI-powered workforce platform, highlighted by its new product, Factorial One. The company plans to use the funds to expand in Germany and other European markets, aiming to enhance its AI capabilities and market reach.
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