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AI Firm Secures $13 Million to Simplify AI Agent Development for All Teams

Artificially intelligent agents can be created by anyone, regardless of coding skills, according to Inkeep. Over 200 businesses have joined in, and this week's U30 newsletter also includes notable players from the cloud, protein donut, and various other industries.

New Funding of $13 Million Secured to Simplify AI Agents for Any Team's Use
New Funding of $13 Million Secured to Simplify AI Agents for Any Team's Use

AI Firm Secures $13 Million to Simplify AI Agent Development for All Teams

In the dynamic world of tech, several notable companies and personalities have made headlines recently.

Firstly, business startup Inkeep, founded by Nick Gomez, has been helping over 200 companies create and utilise AI agents. The company, which recently raised $13 million in a seed round, has garnered support from venture capital firms such as Great Point Ventures, Khosla Ventures, and Y Combinator.

Inkeep's AI assistants are designed to be accessible to anyone, not just coders, and are meant to work across departments within an organisation. The platform connects to an organisation's internal data and ingests company-wide knowledge, making it a valuable tool for businesses. Inkeep's AI agents have landed major customers such as Anthropic and Midjourney.

The trend of AI agents in tech is on the rise, with startups like Decagon and ElevenLabs gaining traction and high valuations. Decagon, valued at $1.5 billion, powers AI agents for companies like Duolingo, Hertz, and Notion. ElevenLabs, valued at $3.3 billion, sells voice AI agents capable of resolving customer issues on the spot.

Meanwhile, in the food industry, Ron Penna's latest company, Legendary Foods, is generating around $180 million in revenue. Specialising in creating protein-packed versions of popular junk food items, Legendary Foods is a testament to the growing demand for healthier food options. Penna, who previously sold his protein bar brand Quest Nutrition for $1 billion, continues to make waves in the industry.

In the fashion world, Vogue has announced a new editor-in-chief: Chloe Malle. Malle, who was previously the digital editor at Vogue and oversaw Vogue.com and their podcast, The Run-Through, is set to bring her unique vision to the iconic fashion magazine.

The tech landscape also saw the debut of Anysphere at a standout No. 8 in the Forbes Cloud 100. Run by CEO Michael Truell, Anysphere has been making waves in the tech industry with its innovative solutions.

However, not all news in the tech world has been positive. Mental health startup Wondermind, launched by Selena Gomez, Mandy Teefey, and Daniella Pierson, has faced issues such as layoffs, late payments to employees, and unfulfilled projects.

Finally, American Eagle's viral Sydney Sweeney ad has resulted in unprecedented new customer acquisition from every single county in the U.S. The success of the ad campaign underscores the power of strategic marketing in driving business growth.

Inkeep, with its user-friendly AI platform and open-source version, is poised to make a significant impact in the tech industry. As these companies continue to innovate and grow, it will be interesting to see how they shape the future of their respective industries.

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