PKSHA Algorithm Fund II invests in CAPER’s OpenSeek recruiting agent
The investment backs a specialized AI product for candidate research, discovery, outreach and relationship-building.
CAPER has received an investment from PKSHA Algorithm Fund II, according to an announcement dated August 27, 2026. The financing amount and round stage were not disclosed.
Developing the product and team
The company develops OpenSeek, an AI agent designed around recruiting workflows. It learns an employer’s hiring requirements and evaluation criteria, researches public information and helps identify and engage potential candidates.
The fund’s investment case focuses on the work involved in understanding candidates, approaching them at an appropriate time and sustaining relationships. It sees those tasks as a significant application for specialized AI agents as recruiting channels become more competitive.
CAPER is based in Shibuya, Tokyo, and was established in December 2022. Its product development centres on connecting the steps from defining a hiring need to candidate discovery and continued engagement.