# BFL

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/bfl

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Freiburg Im Breisgau, Germany
- Website: www.blackforestlabs.ai
- Total disclosed funding: $331M
- Latest round: Series B (Dec 1, 2025)
- Investors on record: 11

## About

Black Forest Labs is a software company focused on delivering innovative technological solutions that enhance operational efficiency and optimize user experiences across various industries.Founded in 2024 in Wilmington, US, Black Forest Labs specializes in software solutions aimed at improving business operations. Co-founded by Axel Sauer and Sumith Kulal, the company raised USD 30.854 mn in a Seed funding round on August 1, 2024, led by Andreessen Horowitz with participation from General Catalyst Partners and Mätch VC. The total amount raised is USD 30.854 mn, aligning with the current company valuation of USD 132.638 mn.Black Forest Labs offers a suite of software applications tailored for industries such as healthcare, finance, and retail. These products incorporate advanced analytics and artificial intelligence, enabling clients to enhance data management, improve decision-making, and streamline their processes. The company caters to a wide range of customers, from small businesses to large enterprises, across North America, Europe, and Asia, providing essential tools for competitive business environments.The company's revenue model is based on subscription services, where clients can select tiered plans for access to software applications. This includes basic plans with essential features and premium options with advanced functionalities. Additionally, Black Forest Labs collaborates with distributors and value-added resellers, further expanding market reach and fostering customer loyalty through ongoing support.Following the Seed funding round in August 2024, Black Forest Labs plans to utilize the USD 30.854 mn raised to develop advanced generative deep learning models for images and videos. The company seeks to expand into new markets, targeting regions in Europe and Asia by 2025, thereby enhancing its product offerings and accelerating growth.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Dec 1, 2025, $300M — Notion Capital, AMP Ventures, Salesforce Ventures
- Seed, Aug 1, 2024, $31M — General Catalyst Partners, Andreessen Horowitz, Maetch VC
- Series A, date not disclosed — General Catalyst Partners, Northzone, Earlybird, Creandum, Andreessen Horowitz, Nventures, BroadLight Capital

## Investors

- General Catalyst Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/general-catalyst-partners) — Series A, Seed
- Northzone (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/northzone) — Series A
- Earlybird (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/earlybird) — Series A
- Creandum (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/creandum) — Series A
- Andreessen Horowitz (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/andreessen-horowitz) — Series A, Seed
- Nventures — Series A
- BroadLight Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/broadlight-capital) — Series A
- Maetch VC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/maetch-vc) — Seed
- Notion Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/notion-capital) — Series B
- AMP Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/amp-ventures) — Series B
- Salesforce Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/salesforce-ventures) — Series B