速递｜6周交付MVP，非洲明星创始人携Thunder Code回归揽金900万美元，押注AI测试平台

Core Insights - The acquisition of Expensya by Medius is considered one of the largest startup acquisitions in Africa, with the deal valued at slightly over $120 million [1] - Founders Karim Jouini and Othmani have launched a new venture, Thunder Code, a generative AI-driven software testing platform that has secured $9 million in seed funding [1][2] - Thunder Code aims to address the inefficiencies of traditional manual testing through AI-driven "agents" that can simulate human tester behavior and continuously learn from feedback [3][4] Company Overview - Thunder Code was founded by the same team behind Expensya, leveraging their experience and expertise in AI to create a more efficient software testing solution [1][3] - The company has quickly gained traction in markets such as the US, Canada, France, and Tunisia, focusing on web application testing with plans to expand to mobile, desktop, and API testing by the end of 2025 [4][5] Investment and Funding - The seed funding round included notable investors such as Silicon Badia, Janngo Capital, and strategic angel investors from the AI sector [2] - Former employees of Expensya also participated in the investment, highlighting a strong belief in the new venture's potential [3] Market Potential - The software testing market is projected to exceed $100 billion by 2027, currently dominated by traditional platforms like Tricentis and BrowserStack [5] - Thunder Code's use of AI is expected to provide a competitive edge in a crowded startup landscape, allowing for rapid execution and value creation with fewer resources [4][5]