Semgrep Secures $100M, Little Otter’s AI Mental Health Boost, and Korean Startups Eye US Market

Explore the latest in startup funding as Semgrep locks down a $100M Series D, highlighting the rise of AI in cybersecurity. Discover how Little Otter is revolutionizing family mental health with AI, backed by $9.5M in new funding. Plus, learn about the strategic partnership giving Korean tech startups elite access to the US market. This episode offers insights into the evolving landscape of tech innovation and global startup ecosystems.

Sources:
https://news.crunchbase.com/cybersecurity/application-startup-semgrep-fundraise-menlo/
https://fortune.com/2025/02/05/exclusive-little-otter-ai-powered-family-mental-health-startup-raises-9-5-million-in-funding/
https://fetch.ai/events/digital-marketing-for-startups
https://www.stocktitan.net/news/ULS/ul-solutions-and-korea-s-ministry-of-small-and-medium-sized-ht5ibjojml7s.html

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:43) Application Security Startup Semgrep Locks Down $100M Series D
(00:04:06) Little Otter, AI-powered family mental health startup, raises $9.5 million in funding
(00:07:07) Fetch AI: Open platform to build AI Apps & Services
(00:09:19) Korean Tech Startups Get Elite US Market Access Through UL Solutions Strategic Partnership