Sleep tech startup Somnee has raised $10 million in a seed extension round led by Khosla Ventures for its AI-powered sleep headband, already favored by the NBA.

Jun 10, 2025•6 months ago

Amount Raised

$10 Million

Round Type

seed

BerkeleyHealth Care

Investors

MetalabNelstone VenturesSeaside VenturesDe Vos FamilyLead VcMarc Benioff’s Time VenturesKhosla Ventures

Description

Somnee has raised $10 million in a seed extension round for its AI-powered sleep headband. The funding round was led by Khosla Ventures, with participation from notable investors. This funding will support the launch of their second-generation headband, which is currently in beta pilot mode. Founded in 2022, Somnee's product utilizes EEG sensors to enhance sleep quality.

Company Information

Company

Somnee

Location

Berkeley, California, United States

About

Somnee improves sleep and neurological health while fundamentally improving the human experience. Its smart sleep headband combines clinically validated neuroscience and AI-powered neurotechnology to enhance the brain’s optimal sleep signals naturally and has been proven to help people fall asleep faster, reduce nighttime awakenings, and improve overall deep sleep quality.

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