Nous Research raises $90M to build enterprise AI agents

SaaSOctober 8, 2026

Austin startup lands Series B at $1.5B valuation with backing from Nvidia, Microsoft, and Samsung as it brings open-source Hermes Agent to businesses.

Visually launches AI platform for explainer videos

SaaSOctober 8, 2026

Swedish startup promises 'publish-ready' marketing videos in 10 minutes, positioning as After Effects replacement. Teen founders raised €50k, claim 1,500 companies waiting.

Simulithic launches AI-driven production monitoring

SaaSOctober 7, 2026

YC-backed startup debuts automated user simulations that learn from real behavior, running every 30 minutes in production—no test scripts required.

Authors First raises $10M for AI book-to-screen platform

Media & EntertainmentOctober 7, 2026

NYC studio gives authors final-cut approval on adaptations using AI production tools, disrupting Hollywood's traditional model. First release: Conn Iggulden's Genghis epic.

Inner Logic raises $11.5M to build surgical device simulations

Healthtech & BiotechOctober 7, 2026

The Baltimore startup lets device makers test orthopedic implants, heart valves, and surgical robots in virtual patients before clinical deployment.