Issue #79 • February 10, 2026
Hi Seedradar Squad! This week, the climate tech sector secured a major victory as Tomorrow.io locked in a massive round to deploy its radar satellite constellation.
Simultaneously, OpenAI officially began displaying advertisements on its free tier. Plus, we deep dive into Alaffia Health, a generative AI platform that is revolutionizing financial integrity by detecting medical overpayments in real-time.
📈 Important News of the Week!
• Tomorrow.io secured $175 million in Series E funding. The capital will accelerate the deployment of its radar satellite constellation to provide critical weather insights. - Read More
• OpenAI has begun displaying advertisements to users on the free tier of ChatGPT. The shift aims to monetize the platform's massive user base. - Read More
• Accrual launched with $75 million in Series A funding. The platform unifies fragmented preparation and review workflows for accounting firms. - Read More
• Ouster acquired Stereolabs for $35 million in cash and 1.8 million shares. The deal combines Ouster’s lidar with Stereolabs’ visual AI to create a unified perception stack for robotics. - Read More
• Adaption Labs raised $50 million in Seed funding to build AI systems that learn and adapt in real-time. The startup aims to move beyond static models, enabling "test-time training" for smarter deployment. - Read More
• TechCrunch officially opened nominations for the Startup Battlefield 200 at Disrupt 2026. Early-stage founders can now apply to compete for the "Disrupt Cup" this October. - Read More
🌱 The Next Big Thing: Our Startup Pick!
Fresh off a $55M Series B, Alaffia Health uses generative AI to prevent healthcare overpayments in real-time. Its platform audits claims instantly, helping plans identify errors, fraud, and waste with unmatched speed.
By automating reviews, Alaffia eliminates billing mistakes and safeguards resources for payers and patients. This proactive approach positions it as a vital innovator in tackling the industry's $570B waste problem.
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