In a significant move for the financial services sector, challenger credit bureau Infact has successfully raised £4 million in a Seed funding round, buoyed by the recent authorization from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). This funding aims to develop a real-time credit bureau tailored for the evolving digital financial landscape. Led by AlbionVC, with contributions…
Shinobi Therapeutics, a trailblazer in immune evasive iPS cell therapies, has been awarded up to $59 million in non-dilutive grant funding by the Japanese Agency for Medical Research and Development (AMED). This significant grant will accelerate the development of Shinobi’s pioneering iPS-T cell therapy, aimed at treating GPC3+ solid tumors. Dr. Yasumichi Hitoshi, Chief of…
Longeveron Inc, a leading biotechnology company specializing in regenerative medicine, has successfully raised $4.4 million through a warrant exercise transaction aimed at accelerating its innovative cellular therapies. This funding initiative, overseen by H.C. Wainwright & Co. as the exclusive placement agent, marks a pivotal step in Longeveron’s mission to combat rare and chronic aging-related conditions….
HEN Technologies, a pioneer in intelligent fire suppression, has secured $22 million in funding—comprising a $20 million Series A round led by O’Neil Strategic Capital, with participation from NSFO, Tanas Capital, and z21 Ventures, alongside $2 million in venture debt from Silicon Valley Bank. The capital will accelerate the global deployment of Fluid-IQ™, HEN’s predictive…
In a significant stride towards enhancing customer communication efficiency, Swedish martech startup Hypertype has successfully closed a SEK 7 million funding round led by Butterfly Ventures and Bust. Founded in 2021 by Teenie Fung and Beatrice Baltscheffsky, Hypertype specializes in AI-driven solutions that streamline and automate customer interactions, aiming to optimize response times and service…
In a market ripe for disruption, Assistive Technology Development, Inc. (ATDev) is carving a distinct path forward with its AI-driven rehabilitation and mobility solutions. The Orange, California–based startup recently closed a $3 million seed round led by Dobrzelecki Legacy Ventures, alongside contributions from Uphonest Capital, The Life Science Angels, and a consortium of industry veterans….
In a stride forward for the fintech industry, Lithuanian startup FreeBnk has secured $3 million in combined equity and token funding to bolster its cutting-edge cryptocurrency investment app. This funding round was led by prominent investors including Founderheads, ChaiTech Ventures, LVT Capital, and Lavender Capital, signifying robust confidence in FreeBnk’s vision and capabilities. Founded with…
In a pivotal move set to redefine hospitality standards worldwide, Valpas, the pioneering provider of tech-driven bedbug prevention solutions, has announced a triumphant €4 million seed funding round. Spearheaded by Zenith VC and joined by a consortium of leading investors including Icebreaker VC and Finnish Industry Investment, this funding marks a significant milestone for Valpas…
Seeq Corporation, a pioneering leader in industrial analytics and AI-driven monitoring, has successfully closed a $50 million Series D funding round. The round, spearheaded by global investment firm Sixth Street Growth, boosts Seeq’s total funding to approximately $165 million. Significant participation came from existing investors including Insight Partners, Altira Group, Second Avenue Partners, and Saudi…
Iteris, Inc., a global leader in smart mobility infrastructure management, announced today a definitive agreement to be acquired by Almaviva S.p.A., a leading Italian digital innovation group, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $335 million. This strategic move marks a significant milestone for Iteris, solidifying its position at the forefront of intelligent transportation solutions….
