Gaia Dynamics, a Palo Alto, CA-based provider of an AI-driven platform for global trade compliance, raised $1.5M in Pre-Seed funding.
The round was led by AI Fund and Zenda VC.
The company intends to use the funds to expand operations and its development efforts.
Founded in 2025 by CEO Emil Stefanutti, Gaia Dynamics is an AI-driven trade technology platform that equips customs brokers, consultants and brands with the tools they need to navigate global trade with ease.
Its suite of AI tools provides:
- Accurate Product Classification and Tariff Calculations: By leveraging AI-powered systems, product descriptions are matched to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) with accuracy.
- Real-Time Regulatory Compliance: With models trained on the most current regulations, its platform continuously monitors updates, flags compliance risks, and provides actionable recommendations to navigate shifting trade policies.
- Streamlined Processes Through Predictive Analytics: By analyzing historical trade data and market trends, the platform enables businesses to anticipate risks, optimize supply chains, and adapt to tariff changes.
- Enhanced User Experience: AI-powered insights reduce compliance time for a single shipment from approximately 10 hours to under two, allowing businesses to focus on growth. The platform can also assign the correct HTS code within 30 seconds, compared to at least 15 minutes if done manually.
FinSMEs
12/02/2025