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SEC Fundraising Activity ( Jan 1 – 31, 2026 )

StartupsCrowdfundedIPOsVenture Funds
159 30 48 9
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Startup Funding

January 2026 Startup Equity Offerings: A Surge of Innovation

Deal Overview

This month saw a vibrant private equity landscape with 159 startups raising funds through SEC filings. Investment activity was robust across several industry sectors, with standout concentrations in technology, health care, manufacturing, biotechnology, and real estate. In particular, “Other Technology” accounted for the largest share of raises, reflecting ongoing investor confidence in software, platform, and emerging tech companies.

Selected Verticals

  • Technology: The largest cluster, covering software, AI, data/banking platforms, and next-gen hardware.
  • Health Care & Biotechnology: A healthy share of capital for medical devices, pharma, and diagnostics.
  • Manufacturing/Energy: Innovative production and sustainability startups gained traction.
  • Real Estate: Investments in multifamily, commercial, and opportunity zones persisted.

Notable Raises

Several companies stood out for both the scale of their offering and the disruptive potential of their business models:

  • Onebrief, Inc. | $359M
    A massive round for this Honolulu-based tech innovator. With 12 investors, Onebrief’s raise suggests investor enthusiasm for new approaches in decision-support software and complex planning—possibly for defense or enterprise analytics.

  • KoBold Metals Co | $292M
    This Birmingham startup is leveraging AI and advanced mineral exploration to secure critical raw materials for electric vehicles and clean energy, addressing tangible supply chain risks.

  • Oxide Computer Co | $200M
    Oxide is reimagining server infrastructure, signaling renewed investment in cloud hardware innovation to support scalable enterprise computing.

  • Span.IO, Inc. | $176M
    Offering smart energy panels, Span.IO is combining hardware and intelligent software to modernize residential and commercial energy management—a critical step in decarbonizing the grid.

  • TXSE Group Inc. | $113M
    With 75 investors, TXSE is advancing the concept of a new stock exchange in Texas, aiming to decentralize financial markets from legacy coastal hubs.

  • Superstate Inc. | $110M
    Fusing blockchain with regulatory fintech, Superstate is pursuing novel ways to integrate tokenized asset governance in mainstream finance.

  • Spiro Medical Inc. | $69M
    In medical diagnostics and pulmonary care, Spiro’s technology addresses crucial gaps in respiratory disease identification and management.

  • BlueNalu, Inc. | $28M
    A leader in cultivated seafood, BlueNalu is steering the future of sustainable protein production—one of the most urgent global food challenges.

  • Alume Biosciences Inc | $23M
    With 77 investors, Alume’s neuro-targeted biotech promises advancements in precision medicine for nerve visualization and repair.

  • Summer, PBC | $22M
    Social impact technology at scale—Summer, a Public Benefit Corporation, is driving tools for student loan management amid mounting national debt concerns.

Emerging Trends

  • AI and Advanced Hardware: Several large raises (Onebrief, Oxide, KoBold) reveal investor appetite for “deep tech”.
  • Decentralization and Fintech: TXSE Group and Superstate are opening doors beyond traditional financial models.
  • Energy Transition: Span.IO, Malta Inc., BoxPower, and Orenda bring clean energy infrastructure to scale.
  • Sustainable Food & Materials: BlueNalu and Natural Fiber Welding tackle food security and eco-friendly production.
  • Health Innovation: Spiro Medical, Vizgen, Enable Injections, and Alume Biosciences are redefining diagnostics, therapeutics, and patient care.

Companies to Watch

Other notable early-stage innovators include MOLG Inc. (manufacturing automation), Malta Inc. (long-duration energy storage), Agile Space Industries, Inc. (space propulsion), and SeeQC, Inc. (quantum computing).

Conclusion

January’s round of SEC filings spotlights an ecosystem driven by ambitious startups tackling large and vital problems. From AI-powered mining to next-gen fintech and breakthrough biotech, the diversity and scale of raises underscore investor confidence in innovation—even in a complex macro environment. With several deals crossing well into nine figures, 2026 is off to a strong start for transformative venture activity.

Top Companies

Onebrief, Inc., Honolulu, HI
Onebrief is a platform designed for military planning and collaboration, built by a team of veteran planners to enable faster, smarter decisions.
Offering Amount: $359.28M, Sold: $359.28M, Investors: 12

Oxide Computer Co, Oakland, CA
Oxide Computer Co is a technology company focused on building open-source hardware and software solutions for data centers.
Offering Amount: $200M, Sold: $184M, Investors: 7

TXSE Group Inc., Houston, TX
Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) is a national securities exchange aiming to provide a premier venue for listings and trading in the U.S. equity capital markets.
Offering Amount: $112.72M, Sold: $112.72M, Investors: 75

Mechanical Orchard, Inc., San Francisco, CA
Mechanical Orchard is an AI-native technology company that modernizes critical legacy applications without disrupting existing operations.
Offering Amount: $69.17M, Sold: $69.17M, Investors: 12

Semafor, Inc., New York, NY
Semafor, Inc. is a news organization that focuses on delivering high-quality journalism and analysis.
Offering Amount: $63.6M, Sold: $63.6M, Investors: 28

Crowdfunding Offerings

Crowdfunding Spotlight: January 2026 SEC Filings

The start of 2026 saw a robust uptick in crowdfunding activity, with 30 companies filing offerings in January alone. These early-stage ventures represent a broad spectrum of business verticals, including agriculture, fintech, medical devices, beverages, distribution, biopharmaceuticals, entertainment, and sustainability.

Sector Trends

The most common verticals this month were healthcare/biotech, consumer products, and food & beverage, indicating ongoing interest in sectors directly connected to quality of life and daily consumer needs. Technology-enabled solutions are also well represented, particularly in fintech and environmental innovation.

Companies to Watch

Several companies stood out for their approach to innovation and problem-solving:

  • Fisher Wallace Laboratories, Inc. — With a sizable offering amount and a relatively high share price, this New York-based medical device company is likely advancing solutions in mental health, an area of critical global importance.

  • AeroPay Express Inc — Based in San Jose, this fintech player is positioned in a dynamic market, and their offering may indicate new technologies in payment systems, potentially improving transactional efficiency for consumers and businesses.

  • BioXgen Holdings, Inc. and Oxeia Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. — Both show continued momentum for biopharmaceutical innovation, a sector addressing unmet medical needs and pushing the boundaries of therapeutic development.

  • Geoship SPC — Based in Washington, Geoship is notable for their environmental focus, likely innovating in sustainable housing or materials—crucial at a time when climate resilience is a global imperative.

  • Paladin Power Inc. — As energy storage and distribution become ever more important, this California company’s presence in crowdfunding points to ongoing advances in clean tech solutions.

  • BOSS Startup Science Inc. — Providing startup science solutions, this venture may be helping entrepreneurs accelerate and scale their businesses with new technologies or methodologies.

Noteworthy Funding Dynamics

Some companies, like Gold Leaf Farming LP, have opted for sizable offering amounts, which may signal significant growth ambitions in agricultural innovation. Others, such as Busa Beverage Inc, have high share prices relative to their offering, hinting at differentiated consumer products or specialty beverage business models.

Conclusion

This month’s filings demonstrate the vibrancy and diversity of the American early-stage innovation ecosystem. Companies addressing urgent societal problems—mental health, sustainable housing, clean energy—are particularly deserving of attention, while consumer and tech-focused ventures continue to attract capital. Keep an eye on these names for potential impact and next-generation solutions in 2026 and beyond.

Top Companies

Gold Leaf Farming LP, Modesto, CA
Gold Leaf Farming LLC is a modern, sustainable farming company specializing in the acquisition and operation of specialty crop farmland, primarily almond and pistachio orchards.
Offering Amount: $303,500

AeroPay Express Inc, San Jose, CA
AeroPay Express is an Early Pay program for vendors that facilitates supplier early payment.
Offering Amount: $250,000

Fisher Wallace Laboratories, Inc., New York, NY
Fisher Wallace Laboratories, Inc. creates better options to bolster stress and sleep management through scientifically validated technology.
Offering Amount: $103,504.56

Unified Solutions America, Inc., Frankfort, KY
Unified Solutions America is a strategic consultancy specializing in transforming organizational cultures to achieve clarity of purpose, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
Offering Amount: $100,000

Mr DTP LLC, Cheyenne, WY
Republic is a leading global investment platform that merges private market assets with the latest web3 technologies to redefine how people invest and how businesses connect with their customers.
Offering Amount: $50,000.93

IPOs

January 2026 IPO Activity Report

January 2026 saw robust IPO activity, highlighting both traditional and emerging industry sectors. In total, 48 companies filed for initial public offerings or new listings with the SEC this month, reflecting continued market demand for innovation, growth capital, and liquidity.

Industry Trends & Common Verticals

This month’s filings reveal several prominent industry verticals:

Notable IPOs & Innovative Companies

  • SOLV Energy, Inc.: With its large-scale IPO and mission to advance clean energy infrastructure, SOLV is poised to accelerate the solar transition in North America, addressing climate and decarbonization imperatives.
  • Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics Inc.: Targeting antibiotic-resistant pathogens, Lakewood-Amedex is advancing novel antimicrobials, including Nu-3 Bisphosphocin® gel for diabetic foot ulcers—a critical area amidst growing concerns about antimicrobial resistance.
  • Eikon Therapeutics, Inc.: Eikon is pioneering advanced therapeutics, raising over $282 million to scale clinical innovations likely to impact disease management.
  • SpyGlass Pharma, Inc.: With a focus on ophthalmic treatments, SpyGlass is bringing potentially disruptive drug delivery technology to eye disease markets.
  • Liftoff Mobile, Inc.: Their IPO represents a major tech sector move, harnessing AI for mobile marketing optimization, with a large share offering and Blackstone as lead investor.
  • The digital asset ETF and Trust segment has seen substantial institutional support, with Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust, Morgan Stanley Ethereum Trust, and ARK CoinDesk 20 Crypto ETF all launching vehicles for mainstream retail and institutional access to crypto markets.

Capital Raised & Market Impact

  • Several IPOs are raising significant capital, including Iron Dome Acquisition I Corp. ($200–$230 million), KRAKacquisition Corp ($250 million), SOLV Energy, Inc. (up to $522 million), and numerous biotech and tech companies raising tens or hundreds of millions for innovation and expansion.
  • The ETF filings indicate continued market appetite for regulated crypto exposure and new financial products bridging traditional and digital asset classes.

Conclusion: The January 2026 IPO cohort is a microcosm of capital markets evolution, spanning healthcare innovation, fintech, AI, clean energy, and digital assets. Noteworthy is the rise of biotech IPOs tackling urgent medical needs, alongside major funds and SPACs defining future investment frontiers in technology and sustainability. Markets are watching closely as institutional and retail capital converge around these new listings, setting the tone for a dynamic year ahead.

Top IPOs

American Lithium Minerals, Inc., Carson City, NV
American Lithium Minerals, Inc. is engaged in the exploration and development of lithium mineral properties.
Offering: Tier 2 Offering, Securities Offered 80000000, Offering Amount 20000000.00

NextTrip Privilege, Inc., Sunrise, FL
NextTrip Privilege, Inc. is a Nevada-incorporated travel and lifestyle company providing membership-based travel club services.
Offering: Tier 2 Offering, Securities Offered 15000000, Offering Amount 0.00

Tampa Twenty Leasing, Inc., Lighthouse Point, FL
Tampa Twenty Leasing, Inc. is a Florida-based corporation focused on developing and operating a structured leasing platform under the "Tampa Twenty" concept.
Offering: Tier 2 Offering, Securities Offered 19999999, Offering Amount 19999999.00

Hartley Income Fund, LLC, Spokane, WA
Hartley Income Fund, LLC is a diversified real estate investment entity focused on delivering reliable cash flow and long-term capital appreciation.
Offering: Tier 2 Offering, Securities Offered 500000, Offering Amount 50000000.00

Averin Capital Acquisition Corp., Andover, MA
Averin Capital Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company incorporated in the Cayman Islands for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses.
Offering: The filing describes an offering of ordinary shares for a company incorporated under Cayman Islands law. The information provided includes estimated offering expenses, indemnification provisions for directors and officers, and notes about the prospectus delivery period for dealers. However, specific details about the number of shares, price per share, or the total amount being offered are not disclosed in this text.

Venture Funds

Echo Innovation Alliance LLC, Durham, NC
Sold: $207.36M, Investors: 3

Level Ventures Core Fund II, L.P., Sunny Isles Beach, FL
Sold: $38.94M, Investors: 10

Rethink Food, LP, White Plains, NY
Rethink Food, LP is dedicated to addressing food insecurity and reducing food waste.
Sold: $31.15M, Investors: 39

Lever VC Fund II LP, Causeway Bay, K3, Hong Kong
Sold: $12.7M, Investors: 22

Adara Sidecar II SCSp, Grand Duchy Of Luxembourg, N4, Luxembourg
Offering Amount: $11.86M, Sold: $1.3M, Investors: 3