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Optiwise.ai Secures $2.4 Million Seed Funding, Launches Innovative GenAI-Powered Assistant for Walmart Sellers

In a significant advancement for e-commerce optimization, Optiwise.ai has successfully secured $2.4 million in seed funding to enhance its revolutionary platform designed exclusively for sellers on Walmart Marketplace. This investment comes alongside the launch of Olivia, a cutting-edge GenAI-powered personal assistant tailored to assist both first-party suppliers and third-party sellers in maximizing their product listings…

Illuma Labs Secures $9 Million in Series A Funding to Enhance Voice Authentication and Combat Fraud

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Illuma Labs, a pioneering force in voice authentication technology for banking institutions, has successfully closed a $9 million Series A funding round. The investment, led by LiveOak Ventures and supported by Forefront Venture Partners, Curql Fund, UsNet, Capital Factory, Connexus, and TDECU, will drive the company’s efforts to develop cutting-edge solutions to tackle fraud, voice…

WATTALPS Lands €11M Funding Boost to Propel Lithium-Ion Battery Innovations and Market Expansion

Editor1 year ago07 mins

In a significant boost for the clean energy sector, WATTALPS, a pioneering French lithium-ion battery startup, has successfully closed a Series A funding round, securing €11 million. This strategic investment, announced on August 27, 2024, positions WATTALPS to substantially advance its technology and expand its market reach. The funding round saw participation from a distinguished…

Heidi Secures £5.6M to Elevate Ski Holiday Customization

Editor2 years ago05 mins

Heidi, the innovative Bristol-based ski holiday booking platform, has raised a staggering £5.6 million in its latest funding round, solidifying its position as a frontrunner in the UK’s ski travel sector. Founded in 2018 by brothers Marcus and Alexander Blunt, Heidi has swiftly carved out a niche by offering unparalleled flexibility and choice to winter…

Stream.Security Raises $30 Million to Revolutionize Cloud Security

Editor1 year ago07 mins

In a significant stride toward enhancing cloud security, Stream.Security has successfully closed a $30 million Series B funding round. The round was led by U.S. Venture Partners, with participation from notable new investors like Citi Ventures and existing stakeholders including Energy Impact Partners, Cervin Ventures, TLV Partners, and Glilot Capital Partners. This latest funding brings…

Outdoor Adventure Booking Platform Mapo Tapo Secures €1.15M in Seed Funding

Editor1 year ago05 mins

Italian traveltech startup Mapo Tapo has successfully raised €1.15 million in Seed funding, a significant milestone that promises to propel its innovative outdoor adventure booking platform into new heights. Established in late 2020, Mapo Tapo has carved a niche for itself by enabling outdoor sports enthusiasts to book adventures with certified guides while also connecting…

Irys Lands $12.5M to Rebuild the Backbone of Insurance — From Legacy Engines to an AI-Native Core

Editor3 months ago04 mins

Irys, a Tampa‑based insurtech, has closed a $12.5 million seed round led by Markd, with backing from Deepwork Capital, Florida Opportunity Fund, Ansay & Associates, HICO Ventures, and JMG Capital. The new capital will accelerate engineering hiring, deployment of its platform across U.S. and Canadian markets, and further integrations with distribution partners. At the heart…

Index Ventures Announces New Funds Totaling $2.3 Billion – a Historic Milestone for Startups

Editor2 years ago04 mins

Index Ventures, a renowned global venture capital firm, has announced a landmark capital infusion of $2.3 billion across new funds, underscoring its commitment to fostering innovation and supporting visionary entrepreneurs worldwide. This investment milestone includes an $800 million venture fund and a $1.5 billion growth fund, augmenting Index Ventures’ total capital raised since inception to…

Reimagining Neurological Care: Kneu Health Raises $5.6M to Cement Its Lead in AI-Powered Neurology Monitoring

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As neurological disorders like Parkinson’s and dementia surge globally, healthcare systems are grappling with the growing challenge of timely diagnosis and sustained patient management. Enter Kneu Health, a precision neurology startup that is redefining how these conditions are monitored and managed—leveraging nothing more than a smartphone and sophisticated AI. With a freshly closed $5.6 million…

Zhiyi Biotech Reports Successful Phase I Results for SK10 in Chemotherapy-induced Diarrhea Treatment

Editor2 years ago03 mins

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,…

Trestle Closes $2.3 Million in Pre-Seed Funding to Revolutionize Construction Management

MD Integrations Raises $77 Million and Names Ramin Zacharia President & COO to Scale the Infrastructure Layer of Virtual Care

Loci Orthopaedics Secures €12.8 Million to Revolutionize Thumb Arthritis Treatment

Autolane Secures $7.4M, Unveils Curbside Operating System with Simon® to Tame Autonomous Vehicle Chaos

UroMems Raises $47 Million in Series C Funding to Advance Groundbreaking Treatment for Stress Urinary Incontinence

VenoStent Secures $20 Million Series A Funding Including $4 Million Investment from Norwest Venture Partners