Databricks acquires ElectricSQL (Electric)

AUGUST 12, 2026

Databricks acquires ElectricSQL (Electric)

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ElectricSQL (Electric)

WASM-based embedded Postgres database (PGlite) and real-time sync engine that enables AI agents and browser-based apps to run local Postgres instances synchronized with a central cloud database, used by developers building agentic and local-first applications.

Ownership	VC-backed · Spark Capital, Lunar Ventures, StepFunction, Firestreak, Ninja Capital
Capital raised	$7M
Headcount	21 FTEs
Headquarters	Istria, Croatia
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Databricks

Cloud-based data intelligence and AI platform company

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Databricks -> ElectricSQL (Electric)  (2026-08-14)
strategic_acquisition | DevTools/Infrastructure | announced
Target: WASM-based embedded Postgres database (PGlite) and real-time sync engine that enables AI agents and browser-based apps to run local Postgres instances synchronized with a central cloud database, used by developers building agentic and local-first applications.
HQ: Istria, Croatia | Ownership: vc-backed
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