Top Software Startups in 2026

Recorded Future arms security teams with threat intelligence powered by patented machine learning to lower risk. Our technology automatically collects and analyzes information from an unrivaled breadth of sources and provides invaluable context that’s delivered in real time and packaged for human analysis or instant integration with existing security technology.

Amperity is a stealth-mode enterprise software company founded by repeat entrepreneurs Kabir Shahani and Derek Slager. After a successful exit of their prior venture in 2013, the two are back at it again to address one of the largest unmet needs in the marketing technology space, and are building a powerhouse team to do so. Through the use of functional programming, modern big data tools, and a machine learning- powered data stitching platform, our team of talented engineers and trusted advisors are building a one-of-a-kind data-first application for marketing. Amperity is backed by some of the most notable names in tech -- including Madrona Venture Group, Liquid 2 Ventures, Hyde Park Ventures, and top executives and founders from multi-billion dollar companies like Concur, ExactTarget, Microsoft, and Isilon Systems.

Founded in 2013, DoorDash is a San Francisco-based technology company passionate about transforming local businesses and dedicated to empowering new ways of working, earning, and living. Today, DoorDash connects customers with their favorite local and national businesses in more than 1,000 cities across the United States and Canada. By building intelligent, last-mile delivery technology for local cities, DoorDash aims to connect people with the things they care about — one dash at a time.

Acquia empowers enterprises with cloud-based solutions to create & maintain killer web experiences with the open-source social publishing system Drupal. ► The Acquia Network is the ultimate Drupal management suite. Try it free for 30 days: bit.ly/yxUbKO ► Acquia Cloud gives you the simplicity you want with the reliability & scalability you demand: bit.ly/xVDm7D ► Drupal Gardens is a SaaS platform that makes building Drupal websites easier than ever before: bit.ly/A4YSyd

dOrg is a decentralized autonomous collective of builders specialized in Web3 design and development. We envision a future where power is radically decentralized – people can easily coordinate and transact without intermediaries; institutions are transparent and responsive to the needs of their constituents; voluntary collectives outcompete coercive monopolies; wealth is fairly distributed; and machines handle the boring work while humans focus on meaningful pursuits. We believe that web3 will be a key part of this future and we’re here to build it. Interested in joining our collective? Sign up here ---> airtable.com/shrtrCffLVrimVKjd

Figma is the first professional-grade, online tool created specifically for interface design. The tool is based entirely in the browser and enables teams to collaborate in real-time. It offers the speed and stability of powerful design programs like Adobe with the versatility and collaborative flexibility of online apps like Google Docs. With Figma the design process is shareable across teams, no matter where the members are located.

In an important time for truth in journalism — and in a world where readers find content in distributed ways — Chartbeat enables media organizations to understand and harness genuine audience engagement. As the analytics partner for more than 50,000 leading media sites around the globe, Chartbeat tracks what people are reading on a second-by-second, pixel-by-pixel basis on each site, article and page. Our content intelligence tools and quality metrics go beyond clicks and pageviews so you can understand reader engagement — the amount of time users spend actually reading content. This helps you value your best stories and ensure they thrive across platforms and devices.

Insurify is a comprehensive insurance comparison platform that allows users to instantly search, compare, and buy insurance online. Our goal is to transform the user experience for insurance shoppers, from quotes comparison to online bind. We're building a personalized experience, helping consumers make the right decision for their coverage, and saving them up to hundreds each year on their insurance premiums. Our team members and advisors are leaders from KAYAK and TripAdvisor and thought leaders from the insurance industry. Browse. Compare. Discover.

Kasa Living, Inc. is a real estate technology company that is building a global accommodations brand. The company partners with owners of multifamily and boutique hospitality properties, transforming underutilized real estate into stylishly-furnished, professionally managed units that cater to business and leisure travelers seeking trustworthy and comfortable accommodations. Kasa was founded in 2016 by a team that includes technology and real estate professionals who previously drove growth at firms, including Airbnb, KKR, and Apollo. The company is headquartered in San Francisco.

Everlaw is creating an integrated platform for litigation. We're building a deep, technical product for taking a case from discovery to the courtroom. Along the way, we're displacing a number of antiquated, ad-hoc solutions that don't play well together. It's a billion dollar space with enormous room for improvement.