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Upstage raises $381m in a Series C round, backed by key investors like Korea Development Bank, aiming to enhance its insurtech offerings.

PRIVATEAug 17, 2026about 4 hours ago

Amount Raised

$381 Million

Round Type

Series C

San JoseInformation TechnologySoftwareinformation technology & services

Investors

Shinhan Venture InvestmentMirae Asset Venture InvestmentIndustrial Bank Of KoreaSazze PartnersKorea Development Bank

Description

Upstage closed a $381m Series C funding round on June 3, 2026, significantly contributing to the $600m raised by insurtech startups in Asia in Q2 2026. The funding valued the company at $1b. Major investors included Korea Development Bank, Sazze Partners, and the Industrial Bank of Korea. This funding supports Upstage’s growth in the competitive insurtech sector.

Company Information

Company

Upstage

Location

3003 N 1st St

San Jose, California, United States

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Upstage is an artificial intelligence startup based in South Korea, focusing on innovation in AI technology for various applications.

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