In a significant move to bolster Africa’s burgeoning tech landscape, Paris-based venture capital firm Breega has announced the first close of its $75 million “Africa Seed I” fund. This fund marks Breega’s foray outside Europe, reflecting its commitment to harnessing the continent’s immense entrepreneurial potential. Over the years, Africa has witnessed a remarkable evolution in…
In a significant leap forward for workplace optimization, Pangeam has introduced its pioneering enterprise B2B SaaS platform, setting a new benchmark in how office environments are analyzed and improved. This innovative platform leverages anonymous AI sensing and deep-learning technologies to address a critical gap in workplace data, aiming to enhance both productivity and employee well-being….
Valereum QGP-SP — a Cayman Islands Segregated Portfolio Company formed under QGP Photonics — specialises in secured, asset-backed Royalty & Streaming financing. Its model blends traditional underwriting discipline with transparent, on-chain tokenisation and digital treasury innovation. Every facility is investment-grade, underwritten by top-tier agencies including S&P, Moody’s, Fitch, and A.M. Best, and recorded on-chain in…
Granza Bio Corporation, a trailblazing biotechnology firm rooted in pioneering therapeutic delivery platforms, has successfully concluded an oversubscribed $7.14 million Seed funding round. The funding was led by prominent investors including Felicis and Refactor, alongside participation from Y Combinator and a consortium of esteemed angel investors. Established in 2024 by distinguished researchers from the University…
In a pivotal moment for the materials industry, Australian start-up Uluu has secured AU$16 million in its Series A funding round to build a demonstration facility capable of scaling its seaweed-derived plastic alternative. Headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, the company plans to move from its current 100 kg/year pilot plant to a 10-tonne/year demonstration plant…
In a significant boost to the field of healthcare innovation, Segmed, Inc. has announced the successful completion of its $10.4 million Series A funding round. This latest round, which saw an oversubscription, was spearheaded by iGan Partners and Advocate Health, with notable contributions from Castellan Group, Engine Health Capital, Bold Brain Ventures, Fox Chase Cancer…
In a pioneering move towards decentralizing personal data storage, Spanish startup hello.app has announced a successful seed funding round, raising €500,000 and achieving a valuation of €16 million. The investment, sourced from a consortium of European investors and industry partners including Gerald Heydenreich of Ethermail, David Holtmann, and Albert Bonet, marks a significant milestone for…
Varicent, a leading provider of sales performance management (SPM) software, has announced a significant strategic investment aimed at accelerating its innovation in the SPM sector. The funding round, led by Warburg Pincus with participation from Great Hill Partners and Spectrum Equity, underscores Varicent’s pivotal role in transforming how businesses optimize their sales operations. Founded on…
AlphaSense, the renowned market intelligence platform leveraging AI, has finalized its acquisition of Tegus, a prominent provider of expert research and financial data solutions. The acquisition, valued at $930 million, marks a significant milestone for AlphaSense, further bolstered by a newly closed $650 million funding round co-led by Viking Global Investors and BDT & MSD…
Great news for Kentucky veterans! USA Cares, a national non-profit headquartered in Louisville, has received a significant grant of $2 million from the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This funding will provide vital financial assistance to veterans across the state, ensuring they receive the support they deserve. The funding, distributed over two years, will be instrumental in…
