Greater Seattle Startups 2024 Report
Some of the newest startups in the region represent a diverse range of startups attracting significant VC funding across various sectors in the Greater Seattle region. While Auger leads with a substantial Series A round of $100 million, demonstrating a strong investor confidence in their AI-powered logistics solutions, most funding rounds are concentrated at the seed or pre-seed stage, supporting a vibrant early-stage startup ecosystem with ample opportunities for early-stage investment.
Key observations include the prominence of AI across multiple sectors, highlighting its crucial role in convergence and driving innovation in the region. Other notable sectors attracting VC funding include Aerospace, Logistics, and Fintech. The presence of Pre-Seed funding rounds for companies like Silurian AI and Clearly AI indicates strong early-stage support for innovative AI-driven solutions.
The Greater Seattle region’s startup ecosystem demonstrates a strong foundation with a healthy mix of early-stage and later-stage funding. The dominance of AI across multiple sectors signifies a significant focus on technological advancement. The diverse range of industries attracting VC funding, from aerospace to fintech, underscores the region’s broad innovation landscape. This data points towards a promising future for the Greater Seattle startup ecosystem, with continued potential for growth and development.
Startups Founded in 2024 with Reported Funding
| Rank | Organization Name | Total Funding Amount (in USD) | Last Funding Type | Industries |
| 1 | Auger | $100,000,000 | Series A | AI, Logistics, Machine Learning, Supply Chain Management |
| 2 | Sayak Investments | $17,625,000 | Seed | — |
| 3 | Lumen Orbit | $13,900,000 | Seed | Aerospace, Space Travel |
| 4 | Otto | $6,000,000 | Seed | AI, SaaS, Travel, Travel Agency |
| 5 | Edera | $5,000,000 | Seed | AI, Cyber Security, Developer APIs, Enterprise Software, IT Infrastructure |
| 6 | MarkOS | $4,000,000 | Pre-Seed | IT, Internet |
| 7 | Noisy Creek | $3,149,979 | Seed | Digital Media, Media and Entertainment, News |
| 8 | Manifold Freight | $2,400,000 | Seed | Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation |
| 9 | Ravel | $2,299,999 | Seed | Recycling, Textiles, Waste Management |
| 10 | Silurian AI | $500,000 | Pre-Seed | AI, Environmental Consulting, Insurance |
| 11 | Summed AI | $500,000 | Pre-Seed | AI, B2B, Insurance |
| 12 | Clearly AI | $500,000 | Pre-Seed | AI, Privacy, Security |
| 13 | Tribe Money Pools | $275,000 | Pre-Seed | Financial Services, FinTech |
| 14 | Testcode | $200,000 | Pre-Seed | IT, Internet |
Source: Crunchbase, 2025.
The report was researched and written by Dr. Victoria DePalma, Greater Seattle Partners Research Director.
Other 2024 Greater Seattle Reports:
Greater Seattle Economic Report 2024
Greater Seattle 2024 Trade
Greater Seattle 2024 Foreign Direct Investment
Greater Seattle’s Aerospace Industry 2024 Report
Greater Seattle’s Life Science Industry 2024 Report
Greater Seattle’s Tech Industry 2024 Report
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