Several tech startups — DriverShaab, Adaptive Security, Hi Auto, Ropes, Northwind Climate, among others, have announced their venture capital funding to bolster innovation and business growth.
DriverShaab raises Rs 2.82 crore
DriverShaab, a B2B mobility solutions provider, has raised ₹2.82 crore in a Pre-Series A round led by Firstport Capital and Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The VC funding will help scale its driver aggregation platform, enhance operations, and strengthen technology infrastructure.
Founded by Avijit Das, DriverShaab aims to be India’s leading driver management company, offering on-demand driver services, logistics support, and employee transportation solutions. Leveraging technology, the startup ensures seamless deployment and efficient driver management for businesses. Backed by strong leadership, including Neha Shaikh as Chief of Staff, the company has facilitated ₹26 crore in transactions since its inception.
Adaptive Security Raises $43 mn
Adaptive Security raised $43 million led by Andreessen Horowitz and the OpenAI Startup Fund, marking OpenAI’s first investment in a cybersecurity startup. Other investors include Abstract Ventures, Eniac Ventures, CrossBeam Ventures, and K5, along with executives from Google, Workday, and Shopify. Funds will drive AI-powered defenses against deepfake, vishing, and smishing cyber threats.
Hi Auto Raises $15 mn
Hi Auto has raised $15 million in Series A funding led by Delek Motors, the Zisapel Family, Vasuki Tech Fund, and a strategic restaurant sector investor. Additional participants include Allied Group, Goldbell Investments, and the Meir Barel Group. Hi Auto’s SaaS platform automates drive-thru order-taking to improve accuracy and reduce labor costs.
Ropes Raises $3.1 mn
Ropes raised $3.1 million in seed funding led by GSV Ventures, with participation from Box Group. The AI-driven platform focuses on skills-based hiring for engineering talent, bridging the gap between technical assessment and real-world job performance.
Northwind Climate Secures $1 mn
Northwind Climate secured $1.05 million in pre-seed funding from Tom Steyer, Deval Patrick, and Alexander Hoffmann of Susty Ventures. Northwind Climate provides business intelligence tools to help companies optimize climate tech and sustainability investments through AI-driven consumer data and predictive modeling.
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