Italian startup Soource has closed a €1.5 million pre-seed funding round as it looks to expand its AI-based platform for supplier identification and pre-qualification.

The Bolzano-based company, founded in 2024, is developing a B2B search engine and supplier database designed for procurement teams. Its platform combines artificial intelligence, advanced search, and automated email workflows to help companies map supplier markets, engage with large numbers of vendors, and identify suitable partners more quickly.

The round was led by 360 Capital through its 360 Digitaly fund, with support from CDP Venture Capital Sgr Digital Transition Fund - Pnrr through NextGeneration EU resources. Other investors include Exor Ventures with Vento, members of Club degli Investitori through Simon Fiduciaria, Vesper, B Heroes, and additional business angels.

Soource said the new capital will be used to refine the product, bring it to market, and work on product-market fit.