Announcing our $1M Pre-Seed Led By a16z Speedrun

Today, we're excited to announce that Darwin has raised a $1M pre-seed round led by a16z Speedrun and top angels in the AI video space.

Andreessen Horowitz's Speedrun program backs bold, early-stage companies building at the frontier of technology. We're grateful to partner with a team that shares our conviction that media is on the verge of a fundamental shift — from static to adaptive.

What we're building

Darwin is creating the AI research and infrastructure for adaptive media. Today, a video is the same for every viewer — the same brand placements, the same monetization, the same experience regardless of who you are. We believe that's about to change.

Our technology enables content to adapt at the moment it's experienced. For creators, this means new monetization mechanisms that don't require manual brand deals. For brands, it means placements that feel native and reach the right audience. For viewers, it means a more personal, relevant experience.

What's next

With this funding, we're expanding our research team, scaling our model training infrastructure, and preparing the first products that will bring adaptive media to creators and brands. We'll be sharing more about our technology, our research, and our products in the months ahead.

If you're a creator, a brand, or an engineer excited about the future of media — we'd love to hear from you. Reach out at hello@darwin.so.