OpenArt Raises $30M Series A

OpenArt, a San Francisco, CA-based company developing AI-native creative infrastructure for visual media, has raised $30M in a Series A funding round. The platform enables creators to build characters, worlds, and storylines, moving beyond one-off image generation to develop persistent intellectual property.

Investors

This round was led by Canaan, with participation from Basis Set Ventures and DCM.

OpenArt Use of Funds

The capital will support the company as it continues to build out its creative stack, enabling creators to produce AI-native virtual characters and storytelling content across entertainment and advertising.

About OpenArt

Founded by Coco Mao and John Qiao, OpenArt provides a platform that integrates image, video, and character development into a single workflow. The company aims to democratize storytelling by providing infrastructure for AI-native intellectual property, allowing creators to maintain character consistency and narrative continuity.

Funding Details

Company Website: https://openart.ai

Company: OpenArt
Raised: $30M
Round: Series A
Funding Date: January 30, 2026
Lead Investor: Canaan
Additional Investors: Basis Set Ventures, DCM
Software Category: Artificial Intelligence
Source: https://www.canaan.com/latest/why-we-led-openart-s-30m-series-a