In a significant development for the AI and logistics sector, Belgian startup Timefold has successfully raised €6 million in funding, spearheaded by investment firm Lakestar and supported by earlier seed investor Smartfin. This infusion of capital aims to accelerate the growth of Timefold’s innovative planning optimization platform, which seeks to streamline scheduling for businesses and…
In a significant advancement for personalized technology, startup Convergence has successfully raised $12 million in Pre-Seed funding to launch its innovative AI agent, Proxy. Founded in April 2024 by seasoned machine learning engineers Marvin Purtorab and Andy Toulis, the company aims to transform the way individuals and businesses approach daily tasks, from managing work responsibilities…
Gendo, a pioneering generative AI platform tailored for architects, has secured $1.1 million in funding and unveiled its innovative technology to the world. Founded by architectural designer George Proud and software engineer Will Jones, Gendo emerges from stealth mode with a mission to transform architectural design processes through AI-driven visualizations. Traditional methods of creating architectural…
Berlin-based B2B startup Eco.mio has raised a substantial seed funding round described as “low seven-figures,” marking a pivotal moment in its mission to revolutionize sustainable business travel practices. The financing round was led by prominent investors including IBB Ventures, Identity.vc, the Hans(wo)men Group, N&V Capital, Partners in Clime, and several individual backers. Founded in 2021,…
Elixir Games, a trailblazer in the Web3 gaming sector, today announced a strategic investment from WEMIX, a global leader in blockchain technology and gaming platforms. This landmark collaboration marks a significant step towards advancing digital transformation within the gaming industry, providing crucial funding to bolster Elixir’s launcher platform and accelerate the development of new game…
Swiss AI startup Albatross has announced a successful €3 million funding round, spearheaded by redalpine with additional participation from Daphni. Founded by former Amazon machine learning experts Dr. Kevin Kahn, Dr. Matteo Ruffini, and Johan Boissard, Albatross is set to redefine user engagement across eCommerce, media, and online marketplaces through innovative AI-driven personalization strategies. The…
Strathcona Resources Ltd. (TSX: SCR) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Canada Growth Fund (“CGF”), marking a significant leap forward in the realm of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS). Under this strategic agreement, CGF, a prominent $15 billion public investment vehicle, will inject up to $1 billion into CCS infrastructure across Strathcona’s steam-assisted gravity drainage…
Stockholm-based Steep has secured €4 million in a seed funding round to advance its innovative business intelligence solutions, aiming to democratize data accessibility across organizations globally. Connect Ventures led the investment, joined by Inventure and Alliance VC, with additional support from Antler and Greens. This capital infusion will propel Steep’s product development efforts and bolster…
Ramify, a cutting-edge wealth management and financial advisory platform headquartered in Paris, has announced a significant milestone with an €11 million Series A funding round. The round was led by 13books Capital, with key participation from Fidelity International Strategic Ventures and existing investors Newfund, AG2R, Crédit Agricole, and prominent business angels. This infusion of funds…
Zhiyi Biotech, a pioneering clinical-stage biotech specializing in live biotherapeutic products (LBPs), has achieved significant milestones with its latest clinical trial results for SK10. The Phase I study, conducted in the United States, has demonstrated promising outcomes in the treatment of chemotherapy-induced diarrhea (CID) using SK10, an innovative heat-killed Bacteroides fragilis product. The randomized, double-blind,…
