AI companion app Tolan raises $30M after reaching 250,000 active users

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Tolan, an AI companion app designed to help users navigate everyday life, has secured $30 million in new funding. The company reports that it has attracted more than 250,000 active users. The round follows the startup's earlier fundraising and reflects continued investor interest in consumer AI companions. The source report provides limited detail beyond the funding amount and user figures.

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