Hair-tech start-up Halo raises $7 million seed round led by Alexis Ohanian’s 776 to revolutionize braiding with their product, HaloBraid.
Amount Raised
$7 Million
Round Type
Seed
Investors
Description
Halo, a new hair technology company, has raised a $7 million seed round led by Alexis Ohanian’s 776, with participation from Bling Capital and AlleyCorp. The company’s first product, HaloBraid, is an automated braiding assistant designed to work alongside stylists, helping complete braids in half the time. Founder Yinka Ogunbiyi aims to address pain points for both stylists and customers through this innovative technology. The product will be live in salons in the fall.
Quick answer
Halo raised $7 Million in a Seed round, dated June 23, 2026. Investors: Alleycorp, Bling Capital and Alexis Ohanian’s 776.
- How much did Halo raise?
- Halo raised $7 Million in a Seed round on June 23, 2026.
- Who invested in Halo?
- Alleycorp, Bling Capital and Alexis Ohanian’s 776 are named as investors in this round.
Source: Fundz verified event record.
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