Darwin AI, a company that helps governments use artificial intelligence safely and effectively, has raised $15 million in a Series A funding round. The investment was led by Insight Partners, a global software investor, along with existing backers UpWest and Resolute Ventures.
As part of this funding, Brenda Harvey — former General Manager at IBM Public Sector and Federal, and a current Board Member at Nissan Motor Corporation — will join Darwin AI’s Board of Directors.
Darwin’s platform is already being used by government agencies in states like Texas, Ohio, California, Illinois, and Washington.
It helps these agencies manage AI safely by providing tools for compliance, oversight, and data control — making AI use in government more secure and transparent.
Brenda Harvey, who previously led IBM’s Public Sector division and now serves on Nissan’s board, will join Darwin’s Board of Directors.
So far, Darwin has raised a total of $20 million and has a team of 15 employees based in Texas and Tel Aviv.
Darwin’s founders, Noam Maital (CEO) and Asaf Fadida (CTO), started the company to solve a growing problem in government agencies — the uncontrolled use of AI tools.
Their research shows that more than 60% of AI use in U.S. government agencies comes from “shadow AI” — tools like ChatGPT or image generators that employees use without approval. This can put sensitive or personal information at risk.
“Agencies need to ensure AI adoption complies with existing regulations like public records laws, while also meeting emerging state and federal AI standards that require guardrails, inventories, and full visibility,” said Noam Maital, co-founder and CEO of Darwin. “Darwin gives agencies a clear path to achieve compliance while accelerating innovation.”
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