- Updated: April 17, 2025
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Deck Secures $12M in Series A Funding to Revolutionize AI-Driven Data Access
Deck: Revolutionizing User-Permissioned Data Access with AI
In a significant leap forward for the tech industry, Deck, a pioneering startup, has successfully completed a Series A funding round, securing a remarkable $12 million. This infusion of capital, led by Infinity Ventures, elevates Deck’s total funding to $16.5 million since its inception in January 2024. This Montreal-based company is on a mission to transform the way user-permissioned data is accessed across the internet, positioning itself as a potential game-changer in the AI-driven tools sector.
The Vision Behind Deck’s Technology
Deck aims to become the “Plaid for the rest of the internet,” offering a seamless infrastructure for accessing user-permissioned data. The company utilizes browser-based data agents to unlock data from any website through advanced automation techniques. This innovation allows users to connect any online account and convert the information into structured, usable data, all with the user’s permission. This approach is reminiscent of how Telegram integration on UBOS enables seamless communication through automation.
Meet the Founders
Deck was co-founded by a trio of tech visionaries: President Frederick Lavoie, CEO Yves-Gabriel Leboeuf, and CTO Bruno Lambert. The founders bring a wealth of experience from their previous venture, Flinks, which earned the moniker “Plaid for Canada” before its acquisition by the National Bank of Canada for $140 million. With Deck, they aim to replicate and expand upon their previous success by addressing the fragmented and fragile state of data access beyond just the financial sector.
Strategic Partnerships and Competition
Deck’s technology has already attracted significant interest from a diverse range of sectors. Initially focused on utility companies, Deck has established connections with over 100,000 utility providers across North America, Europe, and Asia. Notable clients include EnergyCAP, Quadient, and Greenly. Moreover, Deck is expanding its reach to non-utility customers, such as Notes.fm, Glowtify, and Evive Smoothies. This broad applicability underscores the platform’s potential to become an integral part of industries where data is often trapped in online accounts.
Despite its promising start, Deck faces competition from companies like Arcadia. However, the founders believe that the recent advancements in artificial intelligence amplify the need for open access to non-financial data. Without this access, AI models risk being trained on outdated or biased information, limiting their effectiveness.
Future Plans for Technology Expansion
Looking ahead, Deck is poised for rapid growth. The company’s performance-driven pricing model, which charges clients based on successful API calls, ensures that customers only pay for effective data access. This approach is similar to how UBOS solutions for SMBs offer scalable and cost-effective solutions for businesses. Additionally, Deck plans to launch a data vertical creator, enabling developers to quickly set up data verticals for any industry.
Deck’s commitment to user consent is unwavering, aligning with the global trend towards open data initiated by open banking. The company’s proprietary technologies, including vision computing and human-like mouse movement, help avoid detection as bots or crawlers, ensuring secure and reliable data access.
Conclusion and Call to Action
Deck’s innovative approach to user-permissioned data access is set to revolutionize how businesses and developers interact with online data. As the company continues to expand its partnerships and refine its technology, it stands at the forefront of a new era in data accessibility. For tech enthusiasts and professionals interested in AI-driven tools and startup ecosystems, Deck represents an exciting opportunity to be part of a transformative movement.
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In conclusion, Deck’s journey from a promising startup to a key player in the AI-driven data access landscape is a testament to the power of innovation and strategic foresight. As they continue to break new ground, Deck is not just building a platform; they are crafting the future of data accessibility.
Andrii Bidochko
CTO UBOS
Andrii Bidochko is an AI entrepreneur and researcher focused on AI agents, reinforcement learning, and autonomous systems. He writes about the technologies shaping the future of machine intelligence, from frontier models and agent architectures to real-world AI applications.