The Berlin-based startup Plato has completed a seed funding round of $14.5 million. Plato is developing an AI-native operating system for wholesalers. The platform automates sales processes, quote generation, and ERP workflows. Atomico is leading the round, joined by Cherry Ventures, Discovery Ventures, and D11Z, the investment arm of Lidl founder Dieter Schwarz. Wholesalers struggle with skilled labor shortages, thin margins, and the digital expectations of modern B2B buyers. Plato leverages

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