AvatarOS, a virtual avatar startup founded by Isaac Bratzel, has raised $7 million in a seed funding round led by M13, with participation from Andreessen Horowitz Games Fund, HF0, Valia Ventures, and Mento VC. The company aims to build AI-powered virtual influencers and high-end digital avatars for applications such as social media, gaming, and immersive experiences. Bratzel, who previously worked on the creation of virtual influencers like Lil Miquela, plans to use the funding to develop lifelike movements for avatars and expand the team. AvatarOS differentiates itself by focusing on creating unique, human-like movements for avatars, setting it apart from generic avatar solutions. The funding represents an exploratory phase to identify the right product-market fit. The startup is currently onboarding beta users and providing a simple API to integrate avatars with client platforms. It is also exploring partnerships with celebrities and sports figures to expand the use of virtual avatars. Additionally, AvatarOS plans to develop a machine learning-based deformer to enhance avatar realism.