Cadana, a trailblazing global payroll technology firm focused on emerging markets, has announced a significant milestone with the closing of a $7.4 million funding round. Led by Costanoa Ventures and supported by Better Tomorrow Ventures and 500 Startups, this investment underscores Cadana’s pivotal role in transforming payroll infrastructure across 32 countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Brazil,…
Feather, a pioneering startup dedicated to simplifying insurance for expatriates in Europe, has announced a significant milestone with the closing of a €6 million funding round, bringing its total funding to €10 million. Founded in 2018 by Rob Schumacher and Vincent Audoire during their tenure at Entrepreneur First’s inaugural Berlin cohort, Feather has swiftly emerged…
Arsenal Biosciences, Inc. (ArsenalBio), a pioneering force in programmable cell therapy, has announced the successful closure of an oversubscribed $325 million Series C financing round. This significant funding boost reflects a growing confidence in ArsenalBio’s innovative approach to advanced CAR T-cell therapies targeting solid tumors. The Series C round attracted a host of new investors,…
Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), a pioneer in advanced electric vehicles, proudly announces the appointment of Nick Twork as Head of Global Communications. Twork brings over two decades of strategic communication and marketing expertise from leading automotive and technology sectors worldwide. In his new role, Nick Twork will oversee Lucid’s comprehensive global communications strategy, encompassing…
Perchwell, a trailblazer in modernizing real estate data and workflow management, has successfully closed a $25 million Series B funding round. The investment round was spearheaded by Lux Capital and includes contributions from prominent real estate and financial entities such as Starwood Capital Group, Flex Capital, Stellar MLS, REcolorado MLS, and California Regional MLS (CRMLS)….
BitoGroup, Taiwan’s pioneering cryptocurrency market leader, has joined forces with Far Eastern International Bank Bankee to launch the world’s inaugural dedicated crypto-friendly bank account. This groundbreaking initiative marks a pivotal moment in the financial sector, bridging the gap between traditional banking systems and digital assets amid increasing global crypto adoption. The collaboration between BitoGroup and…
Utrecht-based agtech startup Aurea Imaging has secured €2.8 million in a Series A funding round to expand its innovative sensor systems tailored for precision farming in fruit orchards. The funding round was led by ROM Utrecht Region and included participation from impact investors such as Pymwymic, Knop Ventures, Goeie Grutten Impact Fonds, and BarUni Family…
Tallinn-based Viacurrent, a pioneering app focused on employee financial wellness, has secured a strategic investment from Amsterdam’s Rockstart, a prominent early-stage accelerator and venture capital firm. Joining the investment round is angel investor Kristjan N., though the exact funding amount remains undisclosed. Viacurrent, spearheaded by Hendrik Ojamaa, Arnold Veltmann, and Johannes Ööpik, is revolutionizing employee…
In a significant stride towards revolutionizing pet healthcare, FirstVet (firstvet.com) has successfully concluded a €20 million Series C funding round, bolstering its position as a leader in digital veterinary services. Founded in Stockholm in 2016, FirstVet has swiftly emerged as a pivotal platform connecting pet owners with top-tier veterinarians through innovative video consultation services. The…
In a groundbreaking move for the beauty and wellness industry, Fresha, the world’s leading marketplace platform for beauty services, has announced a strategic investment in Yuv, a pioneering company specializing in AI-powered hair color technology. This partnership promises to reshape the hair coloring experience for salons and clients alike, enhancing both service quality and operational…
