Bengaluru-based generative AI startup Ayna has successfully secured $1.5 million in seed funding, with early-stage investment platform Inflexor Ventures leading the round.
The infusion of capital will be directed towards enhancing Ayna’s AI capabilities, scaling its team, and advancing its mission to democratize access to high-quality product photography for businesses of all sizes, according to the company’s press release.
Ayna, co-founded by Aastha Rajpal and Yash Bansal, offers brands such as Reliance Retail’s Clovia, Wakefit, and WomanLikeU the ability to produce studio-quality product images at scale without the need for traditional photoshoots. This is achieved through Ayna’s unique compound foundational models (CFMs), which provide brands with detailed control over every aspect of their product imagery.
Unlike conventional methods or basic AI solutions, Ayna’s generative AI technology significantly reduces overhead costs, shortens turnaround times, and removes creative limitations, thereby enabling brands to enhance product visuals for optimal conversion rates.
In recent months, the generative AI sector has witnessed significant investment, with startups like Sarvam AI, Ema, Neysa, Vodex, and KonProz collectively raising nearly $100 million. Ayna’s recent funding milestone underscores the growing confidence in the transformative potential of AI-driven solutions in various industries.
