News•Mar 23, 2026
Texas Weekly Deal Highlights
Texas’ startup ecosystem continued its post‑SXSW momentum, with Austin companies securing more than $60 million across sectors ranging from 3D printing to carbon removal and tokenized securities. Notably, drone‑swarm platform Swarmer completed a $15 million IPO on NASDAQ, while fintech Ironlight raised $21 million in a Series A round. In Dallas, specialty‑care navigation startup Lantern landed a $30 million strategic investment, underscoring sustained investor appetite for health‑tech. Overall, the deals highlight Texas’ diversification into advanced manufacturing, climate tech, and digital finance.
