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Sterling secures $3.8 million in seed funding backed by Blackbird and others to expand into the UK and US. The company also landed a $400,000 matching R&D loan from Callaghan Innovation.
PRIVATEAug 13, 2026•1 day ago
Amount Raised
$3.8 Million
Round Type
Seed
Real EstateGovernment And Military
Investors
Eliot CrowtherRowan SimpsonBlackbird
Description
Sterling, a robot accountant start-up, raised $3.8 million in seed capital to support its expansion into international markets. The funding was led by Blackbird, with additional support from notable investors. The new capital will help the company increase its team from seven to ten employees. Furthermore, Sterling secured a $400,000 matching R&D loan from Callaghan Innovation.
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