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A16z-backed Blueprint raises $1.4 million CAD to bring vibe coding to hardware

Toronto-based AI startup Blueprint has raised $1.4 million CAD in funding, backed by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), to develop a platform that enables users to turn text prompts into hardware prototypes, described as 'Lovable for hardware.' The funding will support the company's mission to bring vibe coding to hardware development.

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Toronto AI startup is building the “Lovable for hardware” to help anyone turn their prompts into prototypes.

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