Recently Funded Startups in Puerto Rico (Aug-2025)
Last Updated: 28-Aug-2025
Puerto Rico’s startup ecosystem has been experiencing significant growth and development, making it an exciting time for entrepreneurs and investors alike. With a total of 16 startups tracked, the island is steadily establishing itself as a hub for innovation in the Caribbean, particularly in key industries such as blockchain, information technology, and real estate. The influx of funding not only catalyzes the growth of these startups but also enhances the island’s reputation as a fertile ground for emerging technologies and business models.
In the past year, funding has become a pivotal driver of growth for Puerto Rican startups, with five companies successfully raising capital last year and three already making strides in 2025. A total of $96,880,000 has been raised this year, with blockchain and cryptocurrency leading the charge, demonstrating the robust interest in these sectors. As the landscape evolves, continued investment in local startups will be crucial for fostering innovation and ensuring a sustainable business ecosystem in Puerto Rico.
Funding Highlights
- Total number of startups tracked: 16
- Number of startups that raised funding last year: 5
- Number of startups that raised funding this year: 3
- Total funding raised this year so far: $96,880,000
- Largest deal: Red Cat, Series Unknown, $46,800,000
- Top industries by funding amount: Blockchain and Cryptocurrency – $96,880,000; Information Technology – $40,000; Real Estate – $40,000
- Top industries by number of deals this year: Blockchain and Cryptocurrency – 3 deals; Information Technology – 1 deal; Real Estate – 1 deal
Full List of Recently Funded Startups in Puerto Rico
| Company | City | Country | Round | Amount | Date | Industry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Cat | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $46.8M | 2025-06-17 | Blockchain and Cryptocurrency |
| Puny.bz | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $40K | 2025-06-03 | Information Technology |
| Hospitri | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $40K | 2025-06-03 | Real Estate |
| Red Cat | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $30M | 2025-04-10 | Blockchain and Cryptocurrency |
| Red Cat | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $20M | 2025-02-12 | Blockchain and Cryptocurrency |
| SOLX | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Seed | $450K | 2024-12-02 | Energy |
| Cultimar Technologies | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Pre-Seed | $1M | 2024-10-23 | Agriculture and Farming |
| Isla Pharmaceuticals | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $2.4M | 2024-10-03 | Biotechnology |
| Intervoice | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2024-07-11 | Data and Analytics |
| Raincoat | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $150K | 2024-06-26 | Financial Services |
| Red Cat | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $800K | 2023-12-06 | Blockchain and Cryptocurrency |
| Raincoat | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $125K | 2023-10-04 | Financial Services |
| Raincoat | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Seed | $6.5M | 2023-06-26 | Financial Services |
| Gulp Data | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $10M | 2023-06-22 | Financial Services |
| Intuition | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Seed | $4M | 2023-06-16 | Software |
| Kiwi | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Series Unknown | $75M | 2023-05-22 | Apps |
| Digital International Bank | San Juan | Puerto Rico | Seed | $455.8K | 2023-01-25 | Financial Services |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Where can I find recently funded startups in Puerto Rico?
You can explore our full list of startups that raised funding this month above. You can also subscribe to our free plan to get weekly alerts.
Q2. How can I connect with these startups in Puerto Rico?
You can subscribe to our premium plan for verified CEO and decision-maker contacts.
Q3. How many startups in Puerto Rico were tracked and how many raised funding this year and last year?
Puerto Rico has 16 tracked startups; 3 raised funding so far this year and 5 raised funding last year.
Q4. Which industries are trending in Puerto Rico’s recent funding rounds in 2025?
Blockchain and Cryptocurrency is dominant with $96,800,000 across 3 deals (top by amount and deal count); Information Technology and Real Estate each saw about $40,000 and one deal each.
Q5. What was the total funding raised in Puerto Rico this year and what was the largest deal?
Total funding this year is $96,880,000; the largest deal was Red Cat (Series Unknown) at $46,800,000.
