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Podqi

San Francisco, US · 11 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors

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Podqi offers an AI-based brand protection platform that detects intellectual property infringements such as counterfeit listings, stolen imagery, and impersonation, then automates takedowns across marketplaces, social media, and websites. It serves brand owners, D2C companies, entertainment and creative businesses, and law firms handling enforcement.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityLegalTechSaaS

Founders & leadership

IEIvan Esmeral
Ivan EsmeralFounder, CPOIvan Esmeral is the founder of Podqi, an AI-native platform for brand and intellectual property protection that detects infringements, automates takedowns, and tracks recovered revenue across online marketplaces and platforms.
JXJesse Xu
Jesse XuCo-Founder / CTOFounder of Podqi, an AI-based brand protection platform that detects and automates takedowns of intellectual property infringements across digital channels.
TWTrevor West
Trevor WestCo-Founder & CEO

Investors · 3

General Catalystlisted by General CatalystSan Francisco · $30M

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Soma Capitallisted by Soma CapitalSacramento · $100K – $300K

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Funding

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$3.2M disclosed across 1 round · 2025

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In the news

Podqi Raises $3.2MM Seed Round Led by General Catalyst to Accelerate IP Protection with AIfinance.yahoo.com · Mar 2025Podqi Raises $3.2M in Seed Fundingfinsmes.com · Mar 2025

Frequently asked questions

What does Podqi do?
Podqi offers an AI-based brand protection platform that detects intellectual property infringements such as counterfeit listings, stolen imagery, and impersonation, then automates takedowns across marketplaces, social media, and websites. It serves brand owners, D2C companies, entertainment and creative businesses, and law firms handling enforcement.
Who founded Podqi?
Podqi was founded by Ivan Esmeral, Jesse Xu, Trevor West.
Who are Podqi's investors?
Podqi's investors include Afore Capital, General Catalyst, Soma Capital.
How much funding has Podqi raised?
Podqi has disclosed $3.2M raised across 1 round.
Where is Podqi headquartered?
Podqi is headquartered in San Francisco, US.