Startup Name: Valthos

Industry: Biotechnology

Region: United States

Amount (USD): $30 million

The problem it is solving: Valthos is addressing the growing threat of biological risks in an age where synthetic biology and AI can be used to both create and weaponise pathogens. Traditional public health and biodefense systems are too slow to detect and respond to these emerging threats. Valthos aims to drastically reduce response times from months to hours by using AI to identify pathogens and update medical countermeasures in real time.

What the Funds Will Be Spent On: The $30 million will be used to scale its AI-powered biodefense platform, expand its team of engineers and researchers, and strengthen collaborations with governments, pharmaceutical firms, and life science partners. The goal is to build the foundational “tech stack for biodefense” that enables rapid detection and neutralisation of biological threats.

Startup Name: MetaTech

Industry: Blockchain

Region: Global

Amount (USD): $25 million

The problem it is solving: MetaTech is tackling key limitations in blockchain technology — scalability, decentralisation, and security — that hinder mass adoption. The company aims to create a human-centred blockchain ecosystem where users actively participate in governance while benefiting from high-speed transactions and AI-driven financial tools.

What the Funds Will Be Spent On: The $25 million will be used to accelerate MetaTech’s international expansion, prepare for its token pre-sales, and further develop MetaChain — its proprietary blockchain platform capable of over 700,000 transactions per second. Funds will also support the rollout of its AI-powered investment management ecosystem and continued hiring of blockchain and AI specialists.

Startup Name: Onfire AI

Industry: Artificial Intelligence

Region: Israel

Amount (USD): $20 million

The problem it is solving: Onfire AI helps software and cloud companies overcome inefficiencies in go-to-market operations by identifying high-quality leads and understanding customer needs in real time. Its contextual intelligence platform analyses massive volumes of online data—from forums, blogs, and developer networks—to pinpoint potential clients and deliver actionable sales insights. This solves the common challenge of wasted time and resources in lead generation and customer targeting.

What the Funds Will Be Spent On: The funds will be used to scale Onfire AI’s sales intelligence platform, expand its team, and accelerate global growth, with a goal of reaching $10 million in annual sales. The company also plans to enhance its AI models and strengthen its presence in Israel and the U.S.