Fleet, an emerging leader in modern commuter benefits management, has successfully closed a $2.5 million seed funding round led by Congruent Ventures. This funding round also saw contributions from Great Oaks Venture Capital, Plug and Play Ventures, Rally Cap, and Virta Ventures, along with a notable lineup of angel investors, including former executives from Robinhood…
In a significant boost for the cellular agriculture sector, foodtech startup Sallea has announced a successful funding round of $2.6 million, aimed at advancing the production of premium whole cuts of cultivated meat and fish. Founded in November 2023 by an innovative all-female team, Sallea is poised to redefine how cultivated proteins are produced, moving…
Muon Space, a leading innovator in low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellations, has achieved a significant milestone with the successful completion of a $56.7 million Series B funding round. The round, spearheaded by Activate Capital, includes participation from Acme Capital, Costanoa Ventures, Radical Ventures, and Congruent Ventures. This infusion of capital will accelerate the development of…
Directo, a pioneering Spanish travel technology startup, emerges from stealth mode with a significant milestone: securing $1 million in seed funding for its innovative travel price comparison software. Founded by industry veterans Pierre Becerril, Julian Toledo, Sofia Canepa, and Marina Guastavino, Directo introduces a Chrome extension designed to empower travelers by enabling commission-free comparison of…
Finaloop Raises $35 Million in Series A Funding to Revolutionize Ecommerce Accounting with AI Finaloop, an AI-driven accounting platform catering to ecommerce, has secured $35 million in its Series A funding round, setting its sights on transforming financial management for online businesses. The round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, with participation from new investors…
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,…
Nanit, the U.S.-based technology leader dedicated to early-childhood health intelligence, has announced the close of a $50 million growth capital round. This significant investment will fuel the expansion of its sophisticated AI-powered systems, moving beyond its renowned sleep tracking to provide families and clinicians with an unprecedented, holistic view of infant health and development. The…
In the burgeoning field of cybersecurity, few challenges loom as large as the crackling overload of alerts, the maze of integrations, and the chronic shortage of skilled analysts. Enter Bricklayer AI (bricklayer.ai), an Arlington, Virginia‑based startup launched in 2024. The company has announced a US$5 million Seed round led by Tech Square Ventures, with participation from returning backers including…
FREYR Battery (NYSE: FREY), a leading developer in clean, next-generation battery cell production, has reached a significant milestone in its operations with the successful completion of its first production trial at the Customer Qualification Plant (“CQP”) in Mo i Rana, Norway. This accomplishment marks FREYR as the first company to achieve automated production trials on…
In a significant stride towards advancing treatments for severe bone and connective tissue disorders, āshibio emerges from stealth mode with a remarkable $40 million infusion from its Seed and Series A financing rounds. Spearheaded by MPM BioImpact and bolstered by investments from Agent Capital, YK Bioventures, and Mirae Asset Venture Investment, this funding positions āshibio…
