In September 2026, New York City tech startups secured significant venture capital, led by the cybersecurity firm Cyera, which raised $400 million in a Series G round. EliseAI followed with a $350 million Series F round, while Precision Neuroscience and Medici Brands each secured $250 million in their respective funding rounds.
General Intuition raised $220 million in a Series B round, and Profound secured $180 million in Series D funding. Rightway closed a Series E round at $155 million, and Forus raised $150 million in a Series C round. Clay completed a Series D round, bringing in $115 million to support its revenue engine platform.
Savvy Wealth secured $100 million in a Series C round to support its wealth management technology. Sequen raised $90 million in a Series B round, while Inspiren obtained $70 million in Series C funding. Confido rounded out the list with a $55 million Series B round to scale its AI infrastructure for consumer goods brands.
The funding activity in September 2026 highlights a strong focus on artificial intelligence, with many of the top-funded companies, including Cyera, EliseAI, and Clay, utilizing AI-native platforms for data security, business automation, and market growth. These companies represent diverse sectors ranging from healthcare and fintech to enterprise software.
