# Literal Labs

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/literal-labs

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: UK
- Website: www.literal-labs.ai
- Total disclosed funding: $5.8M
- Latest round: Seed (Dec 30, 2024)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Based in the United Kingdom, Literal Labs, founded in 2023, develops advanced logic-based artificial intelligence models that greatly enhance speed and energy efficiency over conventional neural networks.Literal Labs specializes in creating innovative AI solutions that optimize performance and transparency in technology. The company was founded in 2023 and is headquartered in the UK. In June 2025, Literal Labs raised GBP 4.6 million in pre-seed funding co-led by new investor Northern Gritstone and returning investor Mercuri, with participation from other new investors Sure Valley Ventures and Cambridge Future Tech. Individual investors also participated in the round. Literal Labs specializes in the development of logic-based artificial intelligence models that significantly outperform traditional neural networks in speed, energy efficiency, and explainability. Their core product offerings enable low-power AI models to run up to 250 times faster while consuming up to 52 times less energy than conventional models. Designed for deployment on-device and at the edge, these models are applicable across various sectors, including anomaly detection, showcasing 54 times faster inferencing capabilities. Literal Labs aims to serve businesses requiring efficient, transparent AI solutions across global markets, including industries in Europe, North America, and Asia.Literal Labs generates revenue through a subscription-based model, facilitating transactions directly with businesses that require their AI solutions. Clients typically enter into agreements that include ongoing access to their proprietary logic-based AI models, which can be tailored for various applications. These partnerships enable clients to integrate the technology into their existing systems, enhancing operational capabilities. Pricing plans are structured around the scale and complexity of deployment, emphasizing substantial cost savings and energy efficiency.Literal Labs aims to advance its technology with the development of new products designed for broader applications across multiple industries. The company will use the June 2025 funding for further development using AI, grow its team and expand its market reach.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Dec 30, 2024 — Mercuri
- Seed, Dec 30, 2024, $5.8M — Sure Valley Ventures, Mercuri, Northern Gritstone, Cambridge Future Tech

## Investors

- Mercuri (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mercuri) — Seed
- Sure Valley Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sure-valley-ventures) — Seed
- Northern Gritstone (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/northern-gritstone) — Seed
- Cambridge Future Tech (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cambridge-future-tech) — Seed