January 28, 2026
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🏡 Ridley Raises $6.4 Million Seed Round, Led by Fifth Wall, to Launch Commission-Free Real Estate Marketplace

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Ridley, the artificial intelligence-powered real estate platform committed to eliminating costly commission fees for homeowners, today announced it has closed a $6.4 million seed funding round. The investment was spearheaded by Fifth Wall, recognized as the world’s largest investment firm focused on technology for the built environment. The round saw strong participation from a coalition…

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Planera Secures $13.5 Million to Transform Construction Scheduling and Planning

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Planera, a leading innovator in construction CPM scheduling and planning, has announced the successful completion of a $13.5 million Series A funding round. The round was led by Sierra Ventures, with significant contributions from Sorenson Capital, Brick and Mortar Ventures, Prudence VC, and Firebolt Ventures. This investment will accelerate Planera’s development of its advanced collaborative…

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Zymvol Raises €3M to Transform Enzyme Development and Accelerate Global Expansion in Biotech Innovation

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Barcelona-based biotech firm Zymvol has announced a successful seed funding round, securing €3 million to further its mission of revolutionizing enzyme discovery and engineering. The funding, led by venture capital firms Faber Ventures, Elaia Partners, and Übermorgen Ventures, positions Zymvol to accelerate its market expansion and enhance its cutting-edge technology. Transforming the Enzyme Development Process…

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AI Can’t Read Your Docs — Reducto Just Raised $75M to Change That

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In a quiet corner of San Francisco’s busy startup ecosystem, Reducto has quietly pulled off something ambitious: a $75 million Series B raise, pushing its total funding to an eye‑catching $108 million. The round was led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), with strong participation from Benchmark, First Round Capital, BoxGroup, and Y Combinator. This isn’t just another…

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The Infrastructure Layer for AI Needs a Network—Movandi Just Raised $40M to Build It

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Movandi, a pioneer in advanced RF and millimeter-wave (mmWave) infrastructure, has just secured $40 million in strategic funding to accelerate the deployment of next-generation connectivity across terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks. The round was anchored by a $20M investment from ITHCA Group, Oman’s sovereign-backed technology investor, with co‑investment from Phaistos Investment Fund, VT Alliance, Murata, and…

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GrowUp Secures £38 Million Investment from Generate Capital to Expand Vertical Farming Operations

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In a strategic move to meet the burgeoning demand for locally grown, pesticide-free greens, GrowUp, the UK’s leading vertical farming enterprise, has secured a substantial £38 million investment from Generate Capital. This funding is poised to propel GrowUp’s expansion efforts and solidify its position as a trailblazer in sustainable agriculture within the UK. Generate Capital’s…

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Faye Secures $31 Million in Series B Funding to Revolutionize Travel Protection

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Faye, the acclaimed travel platform known for integrating insurance, assistance, and financial solutions, has successfully raised $31 million in Series B funding. This latest round elevates Faye’s total funding to $49 million. The investment was spearheaded by Portage, with notable contributions from Lumir Ventures and continued support from existing backers F2 Venture Capital, Viola Ventures,…

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HERO Software Secures €40 Million to Propel Digital Transformation in European Tradesmen SMEs

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Hanover-based HERO Software has achieved a significant milestone in its journey to revolutionize the tradesmen SME sector across Europe. The company, known for its innovative SaaS platform tailored to the needs of tradesmen in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, has secured €40 million in Series B funding. This investment, led by Eight Roads Ventures with participation…

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Walnut Insurance Secures $4.6M in Funding to Pioneer Embedded Insurance Solutions

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Walnut Insurance, a trailblazer in the insurance distribution sector, has announced the successful closing of a $4.6 million funding round. This investment marks a significant milestone for the company, which aims to revolutionize the industry through its advanced embedded insurance technology platform. The newly acquired capital will be channeled towards scaling Walnut’s innovative solutions, expanding…

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GlassPoint Secures $2.5M Investment to Expand Solar Steam Facilities

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In a significant stride towards sustainable industrial practices, cleantech leader GlassPoint has received a $2.5 million investment from German VC firm MIG Capital. This funding aims to bolster GlassPoint’s efforts in deploying large-scale solar steam facilities, pivotal in slashing carbon emissions across hard-to-abate sectors such as mining, chemicals, and construction materials. GlassPoint specializes in designing,…

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