Apheris, a startup founded by Robin Röhm, addresses the challenge of utilizing health data for AI in life sciences while respecting patient privacy. The company employs federated computing to securely access data without physically moving it, enabling AI model training. Recently, Apheris secured an $8.25 million Series A funding round, co-led by OTB Ventures, to enhance its services in pharma and life sciences. The startup claims its revenue has quadrupled since pivoting its focus in 2023, demonstrating strong product-market fit. Apheris aims to unlock valuable data while ensuring data owners' concerns are prioritized.