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Vibe-coding startup Lovable raises $400M at $13.3B valuation; Tencent, EU fund back Stockholm-based AI platform

Lovable, a Stockholm-based AI startup, has secured $400 million in a Series C funding round, achieving a valuation of $13.3 billion. The investment, backed by Tencent and a European fund, underscores the growing interest in AI platforms that simplify software development through natural language.

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Lovable, launched in November 2024, is revolutionizing software development with its AI platform that enables users to create applications using simple, everyday language. The recent funding round, which raised $400 million, positions Lovable to compete against major players like Anthropic and Elon Musk's ventures.125

The Series C funding was led by Tencent and a European investment vehicle, with participation from various venture capital firms and new investors from Latin America and Asia. This influx of capital reflects a strong investor enthusiasm for AI technologies that democratize coding and make it accessible to a broader audience.

Lovable's innovative approach not only simplifies the coding process but also aims to empower individuals without technical backgrounds to develop software solutions. As the demand for user-friendly AI tools grows, Lovable's valuation of $13.3 billion signifies its potential to reshape the tech landscape.34

With this substantial backing, Lovable is poised to enhance its platform and expand its market reach, further solidifying its position in the competitive AI sector.

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“The Series C round was led by Tencent and an EU investment vehicle, with additional participation from venture firms and new investors from Latin America and Asia. Lovable's platform, launched in November 2024, lets users build software and web apps using everyday language, positioning it to compete with rivals like Anthropic and Elon Musk's ventures.”
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