In a groundbreaking move for the tech startup scene, Berlin-based mika has successfully raised €800k in pre-seed funding to bolster its mission of simplifying accounting and tax obligations for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Led by the strategic alliance Samen Slimmer, comprising Keen Venture Partners, DFF, and Slimmer AI, this investment marks a pivotal moment…
In a significant boost for the Czech engineering sector, digital factory PARTORY has successfully secured an investment of €1.25 million from Jet Investment as part of its mission to enhance procurement efficiency and digitize supply chains for engineering and manufacturing firms. This funding will support the development of PARTORY’s software platform and facilitate its expansion…
S&P Global has announced the appointment of Martina L. Cheung as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective November 1, 2024. Ms. Cheung, currently serving as President of S&P Global Ratings, will succeed Douglas L. Peterson, who will retire after a distinguished tenure. Martina L. Cheung brings a wealth of experience and leadership to her new…
The Amherst Group (“Amherst”), a prominent player in residential real estate investments, has appointed Paul Nicholson as its Deputy Chief Investment Officer. Nicholson returns to Amherst from Santander US Capital Markets, bringing extensive experience in mortgage-backed securities (MBS) and risk management. In his new role, Nicholson will collaborate closely with Chairman and CEO Sean Dobson…
Standard Bots, a trailblazer in robotics automation, has successfully raised $63 million in a Series B funding round. This latest round, spearheaded by General Catalyst with notable contributions from the Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund and Samsung Next, marks a significant milestone for the company as it gears up to expand its innovative solutions across American…
Forward Earth, a Berlin-based environmental software firm harnessing advanced AI technology, has successfully secured EUR 3.2 million in funding in its latest investment round. Spearheaded by prominent investors including Speedinvest, Revent, Lucid Capital, and notable figures Anna Alex and Benedikt Franke, this funding follows an initial EUR 2 million in pre-seed funding from private investors,…
DataCore Software, a trailblazer in data infrastructure and management, has marked a significant stride by raising US$60 million in a financing round spearheaded by Vistara Growth. This financing underscores DataCore’s pivotal role in reshaping data ecosystems with AI-driven advancements spanning core, edge, and cloud deployments. The infusion of capital from Vistara Growth, renowned for its…
Aetion®, a pioneering healthcare analytics company specializing in real-world evidence (RWE), has appointed Ken Watson as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The announcement coincides with the launch of Aetion’s new RWE technology hub in Barcelona, Spain, aimed at assembling top talent to drive innovation in healthcare analytics. Ken Watson brings a wealth of experience…
Definity, a pioneering player in data application observability, has emerged from stealth with a groundbreaking platform and $4.5 million in Seed funding. The round was led by StageOne Ventures, with significant contributions from Hyde Park Venture Partners and a group of strategic angel investors. This funding will propel the general availability of Definity’s innovative Data…
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)….
