Wind, an innovative European venture capital firm founded by seasoned entrepreneurs Thierry Vandewalle and Xavier Gury, has unveiled a groundbreaking €130 million Article 9 fund. Surpassing initial expectations with a robust €90 million at its first closing, this fund is poised to catalyze the growth of pioneering sustainable Deeptech startups at the Seed/Series A stage….
In a strategic realignment aimed at consolidating its global investment businesses, Sun Life Financial Inc. has named Tom Murphy as President of its newly unified asset management division, Sun Life Asset Management. The move is set to bring all of the company’s asset management operations under one umbrella for the first time. Murphy, a seasoned…
In a significant advancement for cancer treatment, Brenus Pharma has announced the successful completion of a $25 million Series A financing round, aimed at accelerating the development of its precision cancer vaccines. This round was led by a consortium of French investors, in partnership with Belgian investment funds, and will primarily fund the first Phase…
In a pivotal moment for the prediction market industry, Kalshi, the US-based event trading platform, has secured $300 million in its latest funding round, catapulting the company’s valuation to a remarkable $5 billion. This milestone was confirmed by Kalshi’s CEO, Tarek Mansour, in a detailed LinkedIn post, bringing the fintech startup closer to its ambitious…
HR Path, a global leader in HR consulting, has achieved a monumental milestone with the closing of a record €500 million fundraising round led by Ardian, a prominent private investment firm. This landmark financing, the largest in HR Path’s history, sets the stage for accelerated international expansion and further solidifies its position as a frontrunner…
Sila, the forefront innovator in battery materials, has announced a significant milestone with the closing of its Series G funding round, raising a staggering $375 million. This latest round was spearheaded by stalwart investors Sutter Hill Ventures and funds and accounts advised by T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc., alongside enthusiastic participation from existing investors including…
NeuroBrave, a pioneering force in cognitive and emotional technologies aimed at enhancing mental health and wellness solutions globally, has achieved a significant milestone by being selected for Google’s esteemed AI Startups Program and securing investment from the Google AI Fund. This strategic partnership marks a pivotal moment for NeuroBrave as it accelerates the development and…
Trumpet, a London-based innovator in sales technology, has announced a significant milestone with the completion of a €5.7 million ($6.35 million) seed funding round. The investment, spearheaded by AlbionVC, also saw contributions from existing backers Lightbird Ventures, Anamcara Capital, and Triple Point Ventures. This fresh capital injection will be instrumental in expanding Trumpet’s team, advancing…
ECD Automotive Design, the premier global name in luxury Land Rover and Jaguar restorations, has announced a significant milestone in its growth journey. The company, recognized for its bespoke luxury vehicles, has secured a notable $2 million in funding from its existing investors. This infusion of capital is set to propel the company’s ambitious expansion…
Cambri, the pioneering AI-powered consumer insights platform, has successfully raised €8 million in a new funding round aimed at scaling its operations. This round welcomes new investors including Octopus Ventures and S4S Ventures, co-founded by industry veteran Sir Martin Sorrell. They join existing investors such as OpenOcean, Spintop Ventures, and The 98, which is co-led…
