FAIR
FAIR is a founders' acquisition intelligence radar by X23 Labs that continuously monitors M&A activity within a specified tech sector and region. It scans over 26 live data sources, including SEC filings, regulatory filings, M&A newswires, hiring signals, business press, and deal databases, to surface relevant buyer signals and market moves. The platform processes 250 signals per scan and delivers a curated weekly update with a ranked shortlist of potential acquirers, each with a transparent fit score and rationale. FAIR is designed for tech founders from early stage to Series C and beyond, across the US, Europe, LATAM, and Asia-Pacific, helping them stay informed about exit opportunities without distraction. The free tier provides intelligence on the top five acquirers, while the full radar is available for $49/month, offering unlimited buyer tracking. FAIR is not a marketplace, data room, or advisory service; it serves purely as a proactive intelligence tool to empower founders to sell on their terms.
- Category
- Data
- Pricing
- Free
Problem solved
Founders often lack real-time visibility into the M&A landscape specific to their company, making it difficult to time an exit or identify the right acquirers. FAIR solves this by providing continuous, automated intelligence on buyer activity, enabling founders to make informed decisions and initiate conversations when the market is favorable.
Use cases
- Monitor potential acquirers for a tech startup
- Track M&A activity in a specific industry sector
- Receive weekly curated buyer shortlists with fit scores
- Identify strategic buyers based on hiring and deal signals
- Plan exit timing by observing market trends
- Stay informed about competitor acquisitions
Audience
- Startups
- Business Users
Pros
- Free tier for top 5 acquirers with no credit card required
- Continuous monitoring of 26+ data sources for comprehensive signals
- Weekly curated updates with transparent fit scores and rationale
- Simple setup: profile your company in two minutes
- Focuses solely on sell-side intelligence, no marketplace or pressure
Cons
- Free tier limited to only five acquirers
- Paid plan at $49/month may be steep for very early-stage startups
- Currently only supports founders; M&A advisors and VC/PE features are not yet available
- Relies on public data sources, which may not capture all private deals
- Weekly updates may not provide real-time alerts for fast-moving deals
Official website: https://fair.x23labs.com/
Canonical LambdaBase page: https://www.lambdabase.com/tools/fair