NextWork

$4.5M seed

Announced: May 3, 2026
Sector: AI skills verification / education
Investors: 6

Summary

Blackbird participated in NextWork's US$4.45M seed round alongside Shakti VC, Cake Ventures, GD1, Icehouse Ventures, Phase One Ventures and angels. NextWork builds a verification layer for AI skills using hands-on projects, authenticated portfolios and proof of work.

Investors

Blackbird Ventures, Shakti VC, Cake Ventures, GD1, Icehouse Ventures, Phase One Ventures