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General Catalyst joins $4m round for Indian AI startup Sol

Sol said the tool runs in its own computer environment, where users can access a browser, and uses a library of more than 100 specialist skills.

General Catalyst joins $4m round for Indian AI startup Sol

Artificial intelligence startup Sol has secured $4 million in funding from a variety of investors, including General Catalyst, Nexus Venture Partners, DeVC, Peercheque, and entrepreneur Kunal Shah. The funding will be primarily used for research and development, as well as marketing efforts. Founded in August 2025 by Anish Karan, Prateek Srivastava, and Ranjith Nair, Sol's technology focuses on automating email management, including tasks such as researching, creating documents, building presentations, scheduling time, and drafting replies.

Unlike other AI tools, Sol's platform goes beyond merely drafting replies. Once it identifies a commitment and understands the context, it can generate the necessary supporting materials, such as documents, presentations, research, and meeting coordination. The user retains final approval over the generated work. According to Sol's CEO Anish Karan, repetitive tasks between email and AI tools can be eliminated, allowing individuals to focus on their unique skills while Sol handles the heavy lifting.

Sol's technology is designed for professionals who frequently handle a high volume of email, such as founders, executives, and professionals in sales, marketing, consulting, recruiting, and agencies. The company operates within its own computer environment, providing users with access to a growing library of over 100 specialist skills. Currently, the product is available through selective access and a waitlist, with plans to expand to general access soon.

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