What is Celus?
CELUS GmbH is a deep tech software firm dedicated to transforming the electronics engineering landscape by employing artificial intelligence to boost efficiency and shorten design cycles. With a growing team spread across Munich, Germany; Porto, Portugal; and Austin, USA, Celus aims to empower engineers globally to identify optimal components and develop superior solutions more rapidly, making advanced electronics design more accessible. The company's innovative approach positions it as a key player in the evolving field of electronic design automation.
How much funding has Celus raised?
Celus has raised a total of $27.2M across 2 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$1.8M
Series A
$25.4M
Angel/Seed (2020): $1.8M with participation from Speedinvest, Dr. Dieter Lederer, and Plug And Play
Series A (2022): $25.4M led by Speedinvest, Earlybird Venture Capital, and Plug and Play Tech Center
Key Investors in Celus
Speedinvest
Speedinvest is a venture capital fund with over €1B allocated for investing in pre-Seed, Seed, and early-stage tech startups across Europe. The company focuses on various sectors including Deep Tech, Fintech, Health Bio, Climate Tech, and SaaS Infra. Speedinvest provides not only capital but also hands-on support and access to a vast network aimed at accelerating the growth of innovative startups. Committed to diversity and inclusion, Speedinvest partners with talented founders and industry leaders to drive the success of Europe’s tech ecosystem.
Plug and Play Tech Center
Founded in 2006, Plug and Play Tech Center is an early stage investor, accelerator and corporate innovation platform with global headquarters in Sunnyvale, California with additional locations across the globe.
Dr. Dieter Lederer
Undisclosed investor participating in the funding round.
What's next for Celus?
The recent major strategic investment signals a pivotal growth phase for Celus. This capital infusion is expected to accelerate product development, expand the company's global footprint, and further enhance its AI-driven platform. Celus is poised to solidify its market position by continuing to innovate in the deep tech space, aiming to redefine the standards for efficiency and accessibility in electronics engineering. The company's strategic focus on AI integration suggests a trajectory towards becoming a leader in intelligent design solutions.
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