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Marketing operating system Nectar Social raises $30M Series A led by Menlo

TechCrunch•Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 7:26:14 PM
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  • What Happened

    AI-powered marketing platform Nectar Social announced the successful completion of a $30 million Series A funding round, led by Menlo Ventures and its Anthology Fund, which was established in collaboration with Anthropic.

  • Why It Matters

    This significant investment underscores the growing interest in AI-driven marketing solutions and positions Nectar Social for potential expansion and innovation in the competitive marketing technology landscape.

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