AI Startups to Watch in 2025: Seed Round Edition

The next big names in AI - before they hit unicorn status.

2025 is already turning into a breakout year for early-stage AI startups. From agentic infrastructure to AI-native defense tech, new seed-stage players are reimagining everything from customer service to chip design.

So we’ve curated a list of standout startups to watch, categorized by what they’re building and where they’re making noise:

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