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Overwatch AI raises $1.5m: Evertrace spotted Leo Kotil 275 days earlier

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Overwatch AI raises $1.5m: Evertrace spotted Leo Kotil 275 days earlier

Overwatch AI has raised $1.5m in pre-seed funding. The company is building software that helps airline teams access operational information.

Evertrace spotted Leo Kotil, co-founder of Overwatch AI, 275 days before the funding announcement.

Before the round

The timeline
Evertrace detected the signal18 August 2025
Funding announced20 May 2026
Time between the two275 days

On 18 August 2025, Evertrace spotted the first signal of company formation for co-founder Leo Kotil. The signal showed the company taking shape 275 days before its funding announcement.

What they’re building

Overwatch AI brings flight information into one operational platform for pilots and airline crews. Its software is designed to support preparation and decision-making without requiring teams to search through disconnected systems.

Co-founder Leo Kotil previously worked as an airline pilot. He started the company with technology entrepreneur Nikita Kaeshko, combining aviation experience with software development.

The round

The $1.5 million pre-seed round was backed by United Airlines Ventures, Baobab Ventures, Pegasus Innovation Lab and Masia, alongside angel investors. The funding supports development of the company's aviation operations platform.

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