YRIKKA Raises $2M in Pre-Seed Funding to Pioneer Human-Aligned AI Vision Safety

We are thrilled to announce that Yrikka, the leading startup in red teaming of vision models, has successfully raised $2,000,000 in our latest funding round. This achievement is not only a milestone for our company but also a resounding endorsement of our mission to ensure AI deployed in the real world is aligned with human values. Since our inception, we have been dedicated to bridging the gap between cutting-edge AI technology and human-centric safety practices. Our innovative approach to red teaming in vision models has positioned us at the forefront of efforts to secure AI systems in complex, dynamic environments. With the new investment, Yrikka will accelerate the development and refinement of advanced tools that automatically assess and enhance the reliability of vision models in diverse real-world contexts. Funds will be directed toward scaling our research teams, expanding our technological infrastructure, and fostering stronger collaborations with industry leaders and partners who share our commitment to ethical, reliable AI. This financial boost enables us to push the boundaries of what AI safety can achieve, ensuring that our systems are not only robust against potential threats but also anchored in principles that protect and prioritize human values. As we continue our journey, we are eager to build on our success by further enhancing our red teaming capabilities, ultimately paving the way for a future where human oversight and AI innovation work in tandem to create safer, more trustworthy systems. This funding marks an exciting step toward realizing our vision for a world where advanced AI technologies are rigorously tested, reliably secure, and unwaveringly aligned with the ethical standards that society depends upon.