XRlabs Raises $8.4M Seed

XRlabs, a surgical intelligence startup with headquarters in London and offices in Palo Alto, has raised $8.4 million in seed funding. The company develops AI-powered software designed to act as a device-agnostic surgical co-pilot, enhancing visualization and workflow in operating rooms by integrating with existing medical hardware.

Investors

The funding round was led by Playground Global, with participation from Eka Ventures.

XRlabs Use of Funds

XRlabs intends to use the capital to grow its engineering and clinical teams, advance the platform through regulatory pathways in the UK, Europe, and the United States, and expand its clinical evidence base across partner institutions on three continents.

About XRlabs

Founded by practicing neurosurgeon Dr. Ali Haddad, XRlabs creates modular software that functions as an external AI layer in surgical environments. By utilizing computer vision and deep learning, the platform turns live surgical video into real-time intelligence, providing a co-pilot for surgical teams without requiring hospitals to replace their existing equipment.

Funding Details

Company Website: https://xrlabs.ai

Company: XRlabs
Raised: $8.4M
Round: Seed
Funding Date: October 19, 2026
Lead Investor: Playground Global
Additional Investors: Eka Ventures
Company Website: https://xrlabs.ai
Software Category: Artificial Intelligence/Healthcare
Source: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20261019311833/en/XRlabs-Announces-%248.4-Million-Seed-Funding-Led-by-Playground-Global-to-Bring-Surgical-Intelligence-to-Every-Operating-Room