Finnish startup Inven just raised a $12.8m Series A for its AI-native deal sourcing platform. The pan-European VC firm Ventech and Nordics-based investor Vendep Capital led the round, with the former Nokia chair Risto Siilasmaa and existing backers Lifeline Ventures also participating.
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May 28, 2025
AI-native deal sourcing platform Inven raises $12.8m Series A to bolster US growth
Founded in 2023, the startup covers over 21m companies globally
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