Nexad Raises $6M to Build the Future of AI-Native Advertising
2025-03-08
Let’s face it—ads have long been a source of frustration. Pop-ups. Banners. Irrelevant distractions. But with the rise of generative AI, there’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity to rebuild the ad ecosystem from the ground up.
We’re excited to announce that Nexad has raised a $6 million seed round by @a16z SR04, Prosus, Point72 Ventures, Carya, and more.
We’re excited to announce that Nexad has raised a $6 million seed round by @a16z SR04, Prosus, Point72 Ventures, Carya, and more.
Why Now?
AI chat and search tools already handle billions of queries each month, yet the infrastructure behind ads still thinks in terms of web pages and static placements. It's outdated. And it doesn't fit how users interact with GenAI products today.
Nexad is here to change that.
Nexad is here to change that.
What We’re Building
Nexad is the first AI-native advertising system. Instead of slapping banners around content, we integrate directly into the AI conversation loop:
- 🔍 Understands the user's real-time intent
- ⚡ Instantly generates relevant ad content
- 💬 Delivers it seamlessly within the chat or search context—before the user ever switches tabs
This means no more spammy boxes or irrelevant promos. Just helpful, personalized suggestions that appear exactly when they’re needed.
Results So Far
In early testing with partners like Talkie, Monica, and MyShell, we’ve seen:
- 2x higher conversion rates compared to traditional banner ads
- 70% of users described the ads as “useful” or “very useful”
- Zero UX disruption for AI platforms—and new, scalable revenue lines
What It Means for the Ecosystem
- For advertisers: reach users at peak intent, in the exact moment of need.
- For AI platforms: finally, a monetization solution that doesn’t compromise experience.
- For users: ads that feel like smart assistant suggestions—not interruptions.
Let’s Redefine the Role of Ads in AI
We believe advertising doesn’t have to be a distraction—it can be intelligent, contextual, and genuinely helpful. At Nexad, we’re building the infrastructure to make that future a reality, enabling AI apps to monetize seamlessly while giving advertisers meaningful ways to engage users at the right moment. If you're building in the AI space or looking for smarter, real-time ad experiences, we're excited to connect.
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