Fast-growing Slovak company Luigi’s Box acquired their Czech competitor, Persoo. The multi-million euro acquisition will consolidate their position as the search optimization leader in the Czech and Slovak markets. Founded in 2016, Luigi’s Box, which uses AI to provide e-retailers with personalized search and product recommendations, has been profitable for the last four years and ... Read more ›
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By now, it’s no surprise that certain European startups are facing difficulties and are likely charting new strategic paths for the future. Foreign investment in mature technology startups across Europe has reached a four-year low, according to insights detailed in a report from venture capital firm Atomico. The investment in European start-ups nosedived to over ... Read more ›
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2023 started with a longer winter than we could have expected; the Venture Capital winter, which started in 2022, was dragged into this year as well. A concerning period for many in the startup ecosystem. This financial drought posed immense challenges for startups across various sectors, compelling many promising ventures to face the harsh reality ... Read more ›
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Self Space, one of the world’s first on-demand mental health service on the high street, announced the closing of €2.6 million in seed funding, led by purpose-driven VC, Redrice Ventures. This new funding will help Self Space combat the demand by expanding its offering of same-day mental health support across the UK and across the ... Read more ›
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Today, we’re excited to share a conversation with Robin van Dalen, the Co-founder and co-CEO of Inuka Coaching, a company focused on improving mental health and workplace wellness. Founded in 2018 in Amsterdam, Inuka offers a platform that facilitates access to coaching and support for employees across various levels in an organization. Their services are ... Read more ›
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LEM Surgical, an innovative surgical robotics company headquartered in Bern, Switzerland, announced the successful completion of its Series B funding, securing €23.6 million. The strongly oversubscribed round reflects the strong investors’ confidence in LEM Surgical’s differentiated approach. This substantial funding boost is attributed to the enthusiastic participation of new investors from both the United States ... Read more ›
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In this episode, Cristina Fonseca, a tech entrepreneur, investor, and Peneral Partner at Indico Capital Partners, discusses her journey into entrepreneurship, including co-founding TalkDesk and Cleverly AI. Cristina shares her experiences in building companies, balancing different roles, and the challenges she faced. She also talks about her transition to venture capital and her focus on ... Read more ›
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Resalis Therapeutics, an Italian company tackling metabolic disorders with non-coding RNAs, announced the closing of a €10 million Series A financing round led by Sunstone Life Science Ventures with participation from existing investors including Claris Ventures and angel investors. The proceeds will be used to initiate and complete the first-in-human Phase 1 clinical trial and ... Read more ›
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In an era where environmental consciousness shapes consumer choices, the quest for products and services aligned with eco-friendly values has surged. However, this noble pursuit has birthed a concerning trend towards greenwashing, leading to dubious marketing strategies employed by companies, often exaggerating their sustainability commitments to woo customers. Shockingly, according to a European Commission’s report, ... Read more ›
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Pitching is an essential part of business. Getting in front of an investor is an important moment, so it’s crucial that you are well prepared for when this moment comes. Successfully advancing to the next stage of your fundraising journey all hinges on the pitch deck. If created effectively, decks convey information concisely, and help ... Read more ›
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Helsinki-based RELEX Solutions, a provider of unified supply chain and retail planning solutions, announced it has acquired Stockholm-based Optimity, a supply chain planning and optimization provider. The acquisition will bolster the RELEX retail and supply chain platform with daily production planning, optimization and production scheduling capabilities which are crucial for the end-to-end consumer goods value ... Read more ›
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Whether it’s the impact of the UK-US elections, the growing role of biodiversity, or women’s crucial position in resolving the green skills gap, 2024 will be a significant year in climate for businesses globally. With half the world’s largest 2,000 publicly listed companies now striving towards net zero goals and an influx of climate regulation ... Read more ›
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As demand for generative AI in the legal sector explodes, Robin AI, an AI-powered legal copilot, announced that it has raised €24 million in new funding. The Series B round is led by Temasek, a global investment company headquartered in Singapore. Other investors include QuantumLight, Plural and AFG Partners. The funding will allow Robin AI ... Read more ›
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MELP, a startup that has developed and successfully grown a digital employee well-being management platform, has attracted an investment of €635k to expand internationally. The early seed stage investment involved venture capital fund Coinvest Capital and business angels from Lithuania and the UK. MELP’s Co-founders, seasoned executives with wide-ranging experience in key employee benefits, include ... Read more ›
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Starting a successful startup requires more than a brilliant idea; it demands a strategic approach that involves careful planning, a keen understanding of industry needs, and the ability to anticipate future trends. This article will explore some of the key principles that can guide aspiring entrepreneurs in generating innovative startup ideas. As a prerequisite, start ... Read more ›
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British startup GIN E-Bikes announced it has raised €580k from Toloka.vc, a Ukrainian venture capital syndicate. The London-based manufacturer of hybrid e-bikes, co-founded in 2021 by Ukrainian Marina Vlasenko and Indian Rahul Pushp, recent investment marks a significant milestone. GIN E-Bikes, known for its innovative e-bikes designed for long-distance journeys, will use the fresh funds ... Read more ›
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Investcorp, a leading global alternative investment firm, announced that its global technology arm, Investcorp Technology Partners (ITP) has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in VEDA, a leading full-suite HR software and digitally enabled payroll-as-a-service provider in the DACH region. VEDA’s CEO Ralf Graessler will continue to remain invested in the Company ... Read more ›
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People often see their work and personal lives as separate entities that shouldn’t mix. Especially in the intense culture of startups, understandably people prefer to draw a distinct line of separation between work and personal life. But since founding Patchwork Health over 7 years ago, I’ve found the opposite can also be true. My personal life has ... Read more ›
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Welcome to an insightful conversation with Soumaya Hamzaoui, Co-founder and COO of RedCloud, a British fintech company, founded in 2014, which connects manufacturers, distributors, and merchants, enabling real-time payments, providing advanced business insights, and enhancing access to financial services. RedCloud’s Intelligent Open Commerce Platform, powered by AI-driven insights and data for better decision-making, has enabled ... Read more ›
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Editor’s Note: This post has been created in collaboration and with financial support from EIT Food. If you’re also interested in partnering with us, just reach out. The Agrifood sector contributes to a great extent to climate change – 1/3 of all food purchased is wasted, 1/3 of all GHG emissions comes from the food industry and only 1/3 ... Read more ›
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