Top Data Startups in 2026

In 2016, Vortexa co-founders Fabio and Etienne spotted a major opportunity to apply groundbreaking technologies to solve the energy industry’s most complex information problems. Through their mutual passion for emerging technologies and deep understanding of the market landscape, they founded Vortexa. The goal was simple; to empower all players within the ecosystem with access to leading edge market intelligence faster and easier than ever before.

Santander Global Technology (SGT) is the team of technology and operations at Santander. We are convinced of the importance of technology that is aligned with the requirements of the business and that out work not only brings value to users, people and communities but also fosters individual creativity. Our team of over 2,000 people in 7 countries (Spain, Portugal, UK, USA, Mexico, Chile and Brazil) develops and/or implements financial solutions across a broad spectrum of technologies (including Blockchain, Big Data and Angular among others) on all kinds of on-premise and cloud-based platforms.

Soda is a VC-backed, high-growth yet sustainable, software company. Founded in 2017, we have a team of 35 people spread across the world, but with a majority in Europe. We build tools, in open-source and on the Cloud, that manage data quality and enable organisations to trust their data. Our users are both technical and not, ranging from Data Engineers to Business Analysts.

As an integral member of the Canadian broadcast and advertising industry, we employ rigorous methodologies to provide broadcasters, agencies, advertisers, and other professionals with essential audience insights and have long been recognized for providing the gold standard in audience intelligence.

A marketing agency built on the perfect union of marketers and engineers. Technology has transformed consumer lives A new breed of brands such as Google, Amazon, Netflix and Airbnb have captured consumers’ hearts & minds by disrupting the status quo across all sectors. These brands have defined higher standards of customer experience by continuously improving their products and services through digital media, data & AI. All brands must now live up to these new standards. Their strategic mediation and operational skills will allow you to take a fresh look at the project that you’ve entrusted us with.

Lenox Park Solutions, Inc. (LPS) is a FinTech firm that provides technology platforms to Asset Managers and Financial Institutions. Our mission is to enable the democratization of access to Institutional capital by using technology to match best-in-class Asset Allocators with the most talented Asset Managers. Our solutions will challenge entrenched traditional notions of who should be able to manage money, upending a model where pedigree and privilege drive capital allocation. LPS is committed to building and maintaining diverse teams, and embodies diversity and meritocracy in all that we do.

Nexus is an AI-powered decision intelligence platform for K-12 districts. We unify fragmented student, assessment, finance, and operational data into one place leaders can simply ask questions of — getting structured, sourced answers in seconds instead of waiting weeks on a data request. Based in Knoxville, TN, building for districts across the country.

At INVEXORA TECH, we specialize in delivering Premium, High-Intelligence Private Market Insights that serve as the backbone for strategic fundraising, deal-making, and market expansion. Our solutions are engineered for professionals who refuse to rely on guesswork instead, they demand precision, reliability, and actionable insights to secure capital, forge partnerships, and accelerate growth. We recognize that not all investor data is created equal. Publicly available directories often lack depth, accuracy, or real-time relevance, leaving businesses with outdated leads and missed opportunities. That’s why we’ve built our reputation on curating, verifying, and continuously updating the most comprehensive investor intelligence available. Our archives span the full spectrum of capital sources from Venture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE) firms to Family Offices, Institutional Investors, Hedge Funds, and Angel Networks each enriched with critical details such as investment focus, historical deal activity, key decision-makers, and direct contact avenues. Whether you’re a startup founder seeking seed funding or a corporate strategist scouting for acquisitions, our data ensures you’re equipped with the right connections at the right time.