What is Circuit and Chisel?
Circuit and Chisel operates at the intersection of artificial intelligence and financial technology, specifically targeting the emerging sector of agentic AI payments. By developing ATXP, a novel standard designed to facilitate real-time decision-making and nested transactions, the company is building the foundational layer for autonomous tool discovery and execution. Founded by industry veterans from Stripe and Google, the firm addresses the critical need for secure, scalable, and interoperable payment protocols that allow AI agents to operate independently within the global economy. This infrastructure is essential for businesses seeking to automate complex workflows and unlock new efficiencies in an increasingly decentralized digital landscape.
How much funding has Circuit and Chisel raised?
Circuit and Chisel has raised a total of $19.2M across 1 funding round:
Seed
$19.2M
Seed (2025): $19.2M with participation from Parafi Capital, Samsung NEXT, Solana Ventures, Polygon Labs, Stripe, and Primary Venture Partners
Key Investors in Circuit and Chisel
Samsung NEXT
Samsung NEXT provides software and services to complement Samsung's global hardware footprint, combining product development, investment, and M&A under one roof.
Solana Ventures
Solana Ventures invests in ambitious teams that utilize the Solana blockchain to foster innovation and promote on-chain adoption, focusing on breakout companies within the ecosystem.
Stripe
Stripe is a global technology company that builds economic infrastructure for the internet, providing tools for businesses to accept payments and manage operations online.
What's next for Circuit and Chisel?
The infusion of capital will likely be directed toward expanding the engineering team and deepening the integration of the ATXP standard across diverse financial ecosystems. As the company moves beyond its initial development phase, the focus will shift toward establishing strategic partnerships with major payment networks and enterprise platforms. By leveraging the expertise of its high-profile backers, Circuit and Chisel is poised to define the standards for machine-to-machine economic interaction, effectively bridging the gap between current financial systems and the future of autonomous, agent-driven commerce.
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