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XRlabs raises €7.48M seed round led by Playground Global

The London startup develops AI systems for surgical suites and plans regulatory rollout across Europe and the US.

OSH Desk1 min read

XRlabs, a London-based developer of artificial intelligence systems for surgical environments, has raised €7.48 million (about $8.4 million) in seed funding led by Playground Global [0]. Eka Ventures also backed the transaction [1].

Founded in 2024 by CEO Ali Haddad, the company is building an AI layer intended to integrate directly with surgical systems [1]. Operating rooms present a challenging target for robotics and automated systems due to variable physical environments and high clinical stakes [1]. Alongside the financing, Omar Ishrak joined XRlabs as chair of the board of directors, while Playground Global general partner Bruce Leak joined the company's network of backers [1].

The company said it plans to deploy the capital to expand its engineering and clinical groups [1]. The funding will also support product approvals across regulatory channels in the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States, in addition to broadening clinical data collection with partner hospitals worldwide [1].

Questions and answers

How much seed funding did XRlabs raise?

XRlabs secured €7.48 million (about $8.4 million) in seed funding on Oct. 20, 2026.

Who led the XRlabs seed round?

Playground Global led the financing, joined by Eka Ventures.

What does XRlabs do?

Founded in 2024, XRlabs designs artificial intelligence software infrastructure for surgical systems.

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  1. 1.London-based “Surgical Intelligence” company XRlabs raises €7.48 million to bring AI into the operating room — EU-Startups, Oct 20, 2026

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