Startup Flash Report

STARTUP FLASH - November 25, 2025

Revolut Hits $75B Valuation in Landmark Secondary Share Sale, Signaling Fintech Resilience

TOP 3 STORIES:
1. Revolut’s $75B Valuation Sets New Benchmark for Fintech
Revolut’s latest secondary share sale, backed by Coatue, Greenoaks, Dragoneer, and Fidelity, cements its position as one of the world’s most valuable private fintechs[1]. For founders, this underscores sustained investor appetite for late-stage fintechs and signals that scale and global reach remain highly prized in the sector.

2. AI Startups Attract Over $3.5B in November, Led by Metropolis’ $500M Series D
AI startups saw a surge in funding, with Metropolis raising $500M for its AI-powered real-world payments platform and several others like Armis and Beacon Software closing major rounds[2]. Entrepreneurs in AI should note the strong demand for applied AI solutions in infrastructure, cybersecurity, and vertical SaaS, suggesting robust opportunities for innovation and hiring.

3. Model ML Raises $75M Series A to Advance Enterprise AI Automation
Model ML secured $75M in Series A funding led by FT Partners, with participation from Y Combinator and QED Investors, to accelerate enterprise AI adoption[1]. This move highlights the growing market for AI-driven workflow automation, offering founders a clear signal that enterprise customers are ready to invest in scalable, intelligent solutions.

Flash Insight:
Investor confidence in both fintech and AI remains exceptionally strong, with late-stage deals like Revolut’s and massive AI rounds dominating headlines. The market is rewarding startups that demonstrate clear paths to scale, defensible technology, and real-world impact, especially in sectors like payments, automation, and infrastructure. For founders, the current climate favors bold innovation and rapid go-to-market strategies, but competition for top talent and capital is intensifying as valuations soar.

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Sources:

[1] https://techstartups.com/2025/11/24/top-startup-and-tech-funding-news-november-24-2025/
[2] https://www.secondtalent.com/resources/top-ai-startups-that-raised-funding-in-november-2025/