News Summary

Cashew Research, a Calgary-based startup, is transforming the $90 billion market research industry using artificial intelligence. Founded by Addy Graves and Rose Wong, Cashew aims to provide rapid, affordable insights by automating market research processes while still collecting real human data. The startup was a standout at TechCrunch’s Startup Battlefield competition, winning the Enterprise Stage pitch. Cashew has successfully raised C$1.5 million in pre-seed funding and plans to launch a seed round in early 2026 to raise up to $5 million. The company is focused on expanding its presence in the U.S. and growing its B2B business, offering a cost-effective solution for brands that traditionally couldn’t afford market research.