# Nace.ai

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Palo Alto, US
- Website: www.nace.ai
- Total disclosed funding: $27M
- Latest round: Seed (May 5, 2026)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Nace.AI is an innovative technology firm specializing in AI-driven solutions for operational excellence, particularly focused on enhancing audit and compliance processes for businesses.Nace.AI develops advanced AI systems aimed at improving operational integrity. Founded in 2024 in Palo Alto, US, the company raised USD 5.00 mn in Seed funding on March 24, 2025, led by General Catalyst Partners. The founder's previous experience includes a background in technology startups, although specific prior companies are not detailed.Nace.AI specializes in operational excellence through its flagship product, NAVI, which employs real-time AI agents for audit and compliance purposes aimed at mitigating operational and regulatory risks. The product's core functionalities include automated validation of credit loan applications against internal policies and external regulations, thereby enhancing risk detection and operational efficiency. NAVI is designed to support various functions such as Internal Audit, Risk Management, and Quality Assurance/Loan Review, providing explainable recommendations that contribute to regulatory compliance and operational improvement. The company caters to a diverse range of clients, including financial institutions and analytics firms, primarily in North America and Europe, where there is a demand for streamlined compliance processes and advanced audit capabilities. Additionally, the introduction of the Metamodel enhances NAVI's performance by incorporating industry-specific terminology and optimizing AI for cost-effective hardware, enabling deployment across cloud and on-premises environments.Nace.AI operates on a subscription-based revenue model, offering its NAVI platform to businesses through various pricing tiers structured for both small enterprises and large organizations. Clients typically engage in long-term partnerships, which include ongoing access to the platform, regular updates, and support services. The transactions involve a recurring fee for access to NAVI's suite of features, alongside optional add-ons for specialized services such as tailored policy compliance verification and advanced analytics capabilities. While specific pricing plans are not disclosed, the firm’s flagship service, NAVI, plays a critical role in driving revenue through its comprehensive suite of tools designed for audit and compliance in the financial sector. Revenue is generated by providing these critical solutions to a diverse client base, ensuring that companies can scale operations and enhance compliance without incurring significant resource expenditures. In May 2026, Nace.ai Inc. raised USD 21.5 million in seed funding led by Walden Catalyst, with participation from General Catalyst Partners. Individual and other unspecified investors also participated in the round. The company will use the funding to develop its platform, launch its product, and expand its network of experts supporting workflow validation.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, May 5, 2026, $22M — Walden Catalyst, General Catalyst Partners
- Seed, Mar 24, 2025, $5M — General Catalyst Partners

## Investors

- General Catalyst Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/general-catalyst-partners) — Seed
- Walden Catalyst (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/walden-catalyst) — Seed