TLDR: German AI agent startup N8n is seeking a $1.5 billion valuation in a Series C funding round, attracting significant interest from venture capitalists. The company, which specializes in automating workflows using AI agents, has demonstrated substantial growth in its user base and annual recurring revenue, positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s burgeoning AI application market.
Berlin-based AI agent startup N8n is at the center of a heated venture capital bidding war, as it targets a $1.5 billion valuation in its upcoming Series C funding round. The company, founded in 2019, has rapidly emerged as one of Europe’s most promising tech firms, building on the momentum from its €55 million Series B round in March.
N8n’s platform enables enterprises to implement AI agents and seamlessly connect a multitude of data sources and applications, automating complex workflows. This capability has driven significant growth, with the startup reporting over 3,000 enterprise customers and approximately 200,000 active users as of its last funding round four months prior. Notable clients include global giants like Vodafone, Delivery Hero, and Microsoft.
Sources familiar with the ongoing discussions indicate that multiple venture capital firms have already submitted term sheets for the Series C. Previous investors in N8n include prominent names such as Felicis, Sequoia, Firstminute Capital, Highland Europe, and HV Capital. An earlier report from the Financial Times suggested that the fresh funding could exceed $100 million and that N8n had generated around $40 million in annual recurring revenues (ARR).
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N8n’s pursuit of a high valuation reflects a broader trend of increasing investment in European AI application startups. These companies are developing tools built around frontier models from providers like OpenAI and Anthropic. According to Sifted data, AI-native startups in Europe have collectively raised €3.7 billion so far in 2025, already surpassing the €3.4 billion invested throughout the entirety of last year. This surge in interest highlights investors’ growing confidence in firms that demonstrate strong revenue potential and sustainable business models amidst evolving market dynamics. N8n’s open-source model, which allows users to create sophisticated workflows without extensive programming, further distinguishes it in the automation software arena.
