Flare
Tokyo, JP · 12 known investors
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Flare develops AI-driven systems to manage essential workers—such as drivers, cleaners, security guards, and domestic workers—in emerging markets, vertically integrating its technology platform, worker staffing (via subsidiary Drive-Z), and customer implementation. It targets employers in Southeast Asian and other emerging markets that rely on labor intermediaries, aiming to make workforce operations more trustworthy and controllable.
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Investors · 12
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Also in the syndicate · 3
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$15M disclosed across 1 round · 2025
- $15MSeries B extensionNov 2025 · 2 sources
Inovia Capital’s Growth Fund (lead), Bank of Montréal, BMO
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Flare do?
- Flare develops AI-driven systems to manage essential workers—such as drivers, cleaners, security guards, and domestic workers—in emerging markets, vertically integrating its technology platform, worker staffing (via subsidiary Drive-Z), and customer implementation. It targets employers in Southeast Asian and other emerging markets that rely on labor intermediaries, aiming to make workforce operations more trustworthy and controllable.
- Who are Flare's investors?
- Flare's investors include ANOBAKA, CARTA VENTURES, Inc., Spiral Ventures, Agent Capital, Casdin Capital, Invus, Nextech Invest, Pfizer Ventures and 1 more.
- How much funding has Flare raised?
- Flare has disclosed $15M raised across 1 round.
- Where is Flare headquartered?
- Flare is headquartered in Tokyo, JP.



