Shizuku AI is an early-stage startup building a platform that generates and operates AI virtual characters capable of real-time interactive companionship. The company positions its product at the intersection of “AI companions” and “virtual IP,” enabling users to engage with lifelike digital personas while giving brands and creators a new, monetizable character pipeline. Its technology stack reportedly includes real-time image generation and conversational AI, allowing the avatars to speak, emote, and evolve dynamically with user input. Management plans to expand the platform into a broader virtual IP ecosystem, where characters can be licensed or franchised across media formats. Although commercial metrics such as revenue or active users have not yet been disclosed, the business has attracted significant investor confidence. In February 2026 it raised about $15 million at a $75 million valuation, providing capital to accelerate product development and go-to-market efforts.

Total raised

$15M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Seed

Latest activity

Feb 2026