Cluely Secures $5.3 Million Seed Funding From Abstract Ventures And Susa Ventures

Cluely, a San Francisco-based startup founded by 21-year-old Chungin “Roy” Lee and Neel Shanmugam, has raised $5.3 million in seed funding from Abstract Ventures and Susa Ventures for its controversial AI tool designed to “cheat on everything.” Born out of a viral incident that led to both founders being suspended from Columbia University, Cluely’s product enables users to discreetly access AI assistance during interviews, exams, and sales calls via a hidden browser window. Lee, now CEO, says the platform has already surpassed $3 million in ARR.

INVESTORS: Abstract Ventures & Susa Ventures

ROUND: Seed AMOUNT: $5,300,000

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