SaaS News! 🚀 Funding, Acquisitions and Beyond
In an era where agility, intelligence, and innovation define success, a new wave of SaaS startups is pushing boundaries and reimagining what's possible across industries. From redefining how software is tested and deployed, to transforming video creation, finance, e-commerce, and AI security, these next-gen companies are not just building products—they’re architecting the future. 🔮
At the heart of each venture is a visionary founding team—often engineers, domain experts, and serial entrepreneurs—who deeply understand the friction points of legacy systems and inefficiencies. ✨ Backed by top-tier investors and powered by AI-first architectures, these startups are solving problems at scale with speed, precision, and a focus on seamless user experience. 💡
Whether it’s enabling developers to ship bug-free code autonomously, empowering retailers to automate reconciliation, or helping brands influence their presence in AI-generated content—each company brings something distinctive to the table. 🛠️ From Tel Aviv to San Francisco, and New York to Gurugram, their reach is global and their ambitions even bigger. 🌍
In the sections that follow, meet the 8 SaaS startups making waves with recent fundraises, groundbreaking platforms, and bold visions. 📈 Dive into the technologies they’re building, the people leading the charge, and the unique value propositions that set them apart in a saturated market. 🧠
Let’s take a closer look at the founders behind the curtain—and the platforms shaping tomorrow’s SaaS ecosystem. 👇
🚀 DevAssure | Intelligent Testing for Modern Teams
A game-changer in the world of developer tools, DevAssure is pioneering autonomous test orchestration to redefine software quality. 🧠 The startup recently secured a pre-seed round led by Eximius Ventures, aimed at accelerating GTM expansion and AI architecture development. 💰 Founded in 2024 by Badri varadarajan , Divya Manohar , and Santhosh Selladurai , the trio brings deep engineering expertise from Ally.io, later acquired by Microsoft. 🧑💻 Their platform eliminates the need for manual scripts and heavy frameworks by converting Figma designs and live code into self-healing tests. 🛠️ By embedding AI agents into IDEs and CI pipelines, DevAssure provides a living safety net that adapts with evolving codebases. 🔄 It’s a bold step forward in continuous delivery, helping teams move faster without compromising quality. ⚡
🧾 Catalogus | AI-Powered Product Experience Management
Based in Gurugram, Catalogus is redefining how brands manage their product listings across digital marketplaces. 🌐 The company has raised pre-seed funding led by Zeropearl VC, with backing from angels behind Mokobara and AdYogi. 💼 Founded in 2023 by Himanshu Dikshit , Ankit Samria , and Vipin Kumar Singh, the platform is a purpose-built workbench for cataloging at scale. 🛍️ Its AI-driven features automate content creation, enhance ad performance, and ensure catalog consistency across platforms. ⚙️ With structured shopping feeds and dynamic listings, Catalogus empowers sellers to thrive in a rapidly evolving e-commerce ecosystem. 📈 The company is building an end-to-end platform to transform how product data is handled globally. 🌍
🧠 Doss | Adaptive ERP for the AI Age
San Francisco-based DOSS.COM is revolutionizing enterprise resource planning with its AI-native ERP platform, DossARP. 🧾 The startup raised $18 million in Series A funding, led by Theory Ventures to fuel global expansion and product innovation. 🌍 Founded in 2022 and led by CEO Wiley Jones , Doss integrates inventory, accounting, order management, and more—into a single intelligent platform. 🔗 Its 30+ prebuilt integrations provide real-time visibility, making Doss a central source of operational truth. 📊 The solution is tailor-made for enterprises seeking control without the complexity of legacy ERPs. 🔐 With AI at its core, Doss delivers scalable efficiency to modernize how businesses operate. 📦
🎬 Capsule | AI Video Editing Made for Teams
New York-based Capsule is simplifying video production for marketing teams with AI-powered tools that work out of the box. 🎥 The company recently closed a $12M Series A led by Innovation Endeavors, with backing from HubSpot Ventures and other notable angels. 💼 Founded in 2020 by Champ Bennett, Capsule transforms raw content into polished videos using automated B-rolls, captions, and real-time collaboration. ✨ Its modular motion design system enables on-brand editing—even for team members without editing expertise. 🔧 Used by high-impact teams at HubSpot, Instacart, and ServiceNow, Capsule brings speed and precision to corporate storytelling. 📣 The platform is purpose-built to democratize video creation across business teams. 👥
💳 Blue Onion | The Subledger Engine for Retail & Ecommerce
Headquartered in NYC, Blue Onion powers financial accuracy for consumer brands through its AI-powered subledger system. 🏙️ The company raised $10M in Series A funding, bringing its total funding to $17.6M, led by Viola FinTech. 💸 Co-founded by Lyndsey Bunting , Charley McMillian, and Manav Malhotra in 2020, the platform reconciles orders, payments, and receipts with precision. 🔍 Clients like Supergoop! and BarkBox rely on Blue Onion for financial clarity and seamless accounting workflows. 🧾 The subledger offers flexible integrations and customizations tailored to omnichannel finance teams. 🛍️ With plans to launch new AI features and expand its ecosystem, Blue Onion is at the forefront of financial operations innovation. 🔗
🔐 Pillar Security | AI Risk Management for the AI Era
Tel Aviv’s Pillar Security is enabling enterprises to secure AI systems from development to deployment. 🛡️ Backed by $9 million in seed funding led by Shield Capital, the startup is scaling R&D and go-to-market efforts. 📈 Founded in 2023 by Dor Sarig and Ziv Karliner , Pillar offers an end-to-end security stack tailored for AI-integrated software. 🧠 The platform maps and protects AI assets—models, datasets, notebooks—across the organizational stack. 🗂️ Used by global leaders like Similarweb and AvidXchange, Pillar’s adaptive guardrails proactively mitigate AI-specific risks. 🧩 It’s a must-have infrastructure layer for any enterprise embedding AI into mission-critical processes. 🏗️
🏡 Friday Harbor | AI-Powered Lending Intelligence
Seattle-based Friday Harbor is redesigning the mortgage experience using artificial intelligence. 🏘️ The startup raised $6 million in seed funding, backed by Abstract Ventures and the AI2 Incubator. 💰 Founded in 2024 by Theo Ellis, CFA and Jesse C. , the platform streamlines loan processing and underwriting in real time. 🧾 Its AI engine interprets borrower documents, flags issues, and suggests instant resolutions—all from a single dashboard. 🔍 By reducing origination friction, Friday Harbor helps lenders boost efficiency and elevate the borrower experience. 🙌 The company is positioned as a key player in the digital mortgage infrastructure of tomorrow. 🛠️
🔎 Brandlight | Visibility in the Age of Generative AI
Based in Tel Aviv, Brandlight is empowering brands to control how they’re represented in AI-generated content. 🤖 The company raised $5.75 million in seed funding, co-led by Cardumen Capital and G20 Ventures. 💼 Founded in 2024, Brandlight helps businesses optimize brand visibility and perception across AI-driven platforms. 📊 Its features include brand monitoring, search influence, and response optimization across AI interfaces. 🌐 Backed by marketing legends like Tony Weisman and David Edelman, Brandlight is redefining modern-day brand control. 🧠 The platform offers vital tools for navigating the new frontier of AI-dominated search and content. 🛰️
✨ Conclusion
From autonomous testing and AI-powered ERPs to financial subledgers and AI security, these 8 startups reflect the bold innovation shaping the next generation of SaaS. 🌟 Led by visionary founders and backed by top-tier investors, each company is solving a real-world problem with intelligence, speed, and scale. 🚀 As AI continues to reshape software and systems, these ventures are not just riding the wave—they're creating it. 🌊