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Zefort, a Helsinki-based company specializing in AI-powered contract management, has raised €1 million from investors Asko Schrey and Timo Larjomaa. Schrey, the founder of Accountor, and Larjomaa, a venture capitalist, have taken a 40% minority stake in the company. Zefort’s software helps businesses across various sectors manage contracts through a cloud-based platform, with clients including […]
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FinEstLove Fund Management has announced the launch of the “FinEst-Faroe” investment fund at the Slush event in Helsinki, aiming to drive economic growth in the Faroe Islands. The fund, led by Faroese experts Olaf Olsen Sundstein and Tórheðin Jensen, seeks to raise between €30 million and €50 million to support both startups and established companies […] Read more ›
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Gothenburg-based eFuel developer Liquid Wind has raised €44 million in a Series C funding round led by Uniper, HYCAP, and Samsung Ventures, marking one of Europe’s largest eFuel investments this year. The funds will accelerate the rollout of ten eFuel facilities by 2027, as part of Liquid Wind’s ambitious plan to establish 500 globally by […] Read more ›
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Gridly, a content operations platform founded in Helsingborg, has named Anna Albinsson as its new CEO, with co-founder Christoffer Nilsson transitioning to Chief Product Officer. Albinsson, known for her experience in digital transformation and SaaS leadership, brings expertise from roles at Avoki, Whispr Group, and Bisnode. Her appointment signals Gridly’s plans to expand beyond gaming […] Read more ›
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