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AI comms platform Drumbeat raises $2M in seed funding led by Icehouse Ventures to expand into Australia and the US and enhance its technology.

PRIVATEAug 31, 2026•3 days ago

Amount Raised

$2 Million

Round Type

Seed

AucklandArtificial IntelligenceNatural Language Processing

Investors

Icehouse Ventures

Description

Auckland technology startup Drumbeat has raised $2 million in seed funding led by Icehouse Ventures. The funding will support the company's expansion into Australia and the United States. It will also enhance technology behind its AI-powered platform, including content generation and media tracking tools. Launched in March 2026, Drumbeat currently serves over 50 customers.

Company Information

Company

Drumbeat

Location

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

About

Drumbeat is an AI-powered public relations and communications platform that assists high-growth companies in effectively telling and measuring their stories. Launched in March 2026, the startup has already gained more than 50 customers and aims to enhance its technology offerings. The recent seed funding will support its expansion into Australia and the United States.

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