Karista

Karista is a venture capital firm established in 2001 and located in Paris, France. The firm specializes in incubation and early-stage investments, focusing on a diverse range of sectors including healthcare, information and communication technology, nanotechnology, and clean technology. It actively invests in startups engaged in biotechnology, medical equipment, digital technologies, deep tech, and newspace, among other areas. Karista typically directs investments ranging from €0.5 million to €5 million in companies with revenues up to €4 million. The firm primarily operates within France, particularly in the Ile-de-France region and Paris, and has supported over 90 companies over the past two decades, emphasizing partnerships with entrepreneurs who share a common vision.

Tom Beauvironnet

Investment Manager

Catherine Boule

Managing Partner

Luca Brilliet

Investment Manager

Emmanuel Daugeras

Investment Director

Olivier Dubuisson

Managing Partner

Yvan-Michel Ehkirch

Managing Partner

Baudouin Hue

Partner

Jerome Snollaerts

President

Benjamin Zerbib

Investment Director

Past deals in Southern Europe

Beev

Seed Round in 2023
Beev is a mobility platform based in Paris, France, founded in 2020, that provides electric vehicle solutions for both businesses and households. The company facilitates the decarbonization of mobility by offering a comprehensive service that includes the purchase of electric vehicles and the installation of charging stations in various locations, such as homes and public spaces. Beev's platform emphasizes user convenience through features like online signatures, price transparency, and flexible payment options, enabling customers to save time and money while making the transition to electric mobility.

UpFactor

Seed Round in 2019
UpFactor is an independent consultancy based in Paris, France, specializing in site analysis and large-scale detection of aerial land potential. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes a geographic information system that aggregates essential data for assessing building possibilities, including addresses, street widths, building heights, zoning regulations, solar land registers, and protected areas. UpFactor provides building heightening services that enable property owners to increase the number of floors on existing structures. This approach allows businesses to expand their usable space within already developed areas, promoting sustainable development while minimizing land use. The firm combines expertise in architecture, engineering, and law to support real estate and construction sectors effectively.

TISSIUM

Series B in 2019
TISSIUM is a privately owned medical device company based in Paris, France, focused on developing and commercializing innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, bind effectively to tissues, and provide on-demand wound closure in the body’s dynamic environments. TISSIUM's technology is rooted in advanced research and intellectual property from renowned experts at MIT and Brigham & Women’s Hospital. The company aims to address various unmet clinical needs through its proprietary portfolio of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by prominent healthcare investors, emphasizing its commitment to advancing surgical techniques through its groundbreaking solutions.

Admo.tv

Series B in 2019
Admo.tv is the best TV analytics platform that helps TV & radio advertisers to measure and optimise the online impact of their offline investments. Admo.tv optimises, in average, about 30% the R.O.I. of its clients by providing the finest analysis in terms of incremental visits and conversion of their media investments. Admo.tv is a start-up that has offices in Paris and operates in more than 12 different countries worldwide. Admo.tv optimise every day the offline investments of the best advertising agencies (Dentsu Aegis, Havas…) and top-tier brands such as Accor, Allianz, Ford, Meetic, La Redoute, and more.

Acticor Biotech

Series B in 2018
Acticor Biotech is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Paris, France, founded in 2013. The company specializes in developing therapeutic monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating acute thrombotic diseases, particularly focusing on acute ischemic stroke. Its lead product, Glenzocimab, is a humanized antibody designed to address the urgent need for effective therapies in the acute phase of ischemic stroke, a condition that affects approximately 15 million people globally each year, leading to significant mortality and disability. Currently, there is a lack of effective treatment options, with existing therapies demonstrating limited efficacy and accessibility. Acticor Biotech seeks to provide innovative solutions to improve outcomes for stroke patients, addressing a critical gap in current medical care.

Acticor Biotech

Series B in 2018
Acticor Biotech is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Paris, France, founded in 2013. The company specializes in developing therapeutic monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating acute thrombotic diseases, particularly focusing on acute ischemic stroke. Its lead product, Glenzocimab, is a humanized antibody designed to address the urgent need for effective therapies in the acute phase of ischemic stroke, a condition that affects approximately 15 million people globally each year, leading to significant mortality and disability. Currently, there is a lack of effective treatment options, with existing therapies demonstrating limited efficacy and accessibility. Acticor Biotech seeks to provide innovative solutions to improve outcomes for stroke patients, addressing a critical gap in current medical care.

Appscho

Seed Round in 2018
AppScho, SAS, established in 2014 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in mobile application software for higher education. Its application centralizes essential information for students and educational institutions, providing access to schedules, grades, school events, and employment opportunities. The app enhances student engagement by offering features such as course previews, classroom details, and notifications for schedule changes. Additionally, it facilitates communication between institutions and students, allowing educators to monitor student engagement and analyze performance. By streamlining campus content and services, AppScho aims to improve the overall academic experience and support students in managing their studies effectively.

Acticor Biotech

Series A in 2018
Acticor Biotech is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Paris, France, founded in 2013. The company specializes in developing therapeutic monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating acute thrombotic diseases, particularly focusing on acute ischemic stroke. Its lead product, Glenzocimab, is a humanized antibody designed to address the urgent need for effective therapies in the acute phase of ischemic stroke, a condition that affects approximately 15 million people globally each year, leading to significant mortality and disability. Currently, there is a lack of effective treatment options, with existing therapies demonstrating limited efficacy and accessibility. Acticor Biotech seeks to provide innovative solutions to improve outcomes for stroke patients, addressing a critical gap in current medical care.

Precogs

Venture Round in 2017
Precogs is a company based in Paris, France, founded in 2011, that specializes in business analytics solutions tailored for EMS-ODM-OEM sectors. The company offers a range of services, including supply risk management, enterprise resource planning (ERP), and procurement monitoring. Its key products feature CogWatch, a predictive tool leveraging big data, and Cog Margin, a platform designed for component pricing. Precogs focuses on providing real-time sourcing of electronic components, ensuring that clients receive competitive pricing for their needs.

Acticor Biotech

Venture Round in 2017
Acticor Biotech is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Paris, France, founded in 2013. The company specializes in developing therapeutic monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating acute thrombotic diseases, particularly focusing on acute ischemic stroke. Its lead product, Glenzocimab, is a humanized antibody designed to address the urgent need for effective therapies in the acute phase of ischemic stroke, a condition that affects approximately 15 million people globally each year, leading to significant mortality and disability. Currently, there is a lack of effective treatment options, with existing therapies demonstrating limited efficacy and accessibility. Acticor Biotech seeks to provide innovative solutions to improve outcomes for stroke patients, addressing a critical gap in current medical care.

Nexdot

Venture Round in 2016
Nexdot specializes in the synthesis, production, and application of advanced semiconductor nanocrystals known as Quantum Dots (QDs), with a focus on nanoplatelets—two-dimensional nanosheet Quantum Dots that exhibit enhanced properties. Founded as a spin-off from a leading academic laboratory in Paris, Nexdot leverages over a decade of research in nanomaterials to create proprietary materials with controlled shape and composition. These innovations are poised to transform various industries, including displays, lighting, energy storage, detectors, and bio-imaging. Additionally, Nexdot is developing quantum pearl encapsulation technology to enhance the integration of quantum plates into existing production processes, thereby ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The company is comprised of a dynamic team of skilled scientists and seasoned executives, dedicated to advancing innovation in the field of nanotechnology.

Restlet

Convertible Note in 2016
Restlet offers a comprehensive API-First Platform as a Service, enabling developers and non-developers alike to design, document, test, and host APIs efficiently. Its platform facilitates enterprise-level API projects, making cloud, mobile, web, and IoT application development simpler and more secure. Additionally, Restlet maintains the widely-used open-source REST API framework, Restlet Framework, fostering growth in the API development community. Recognized by Gartner as a Cool Vendor in Specialized PaaS in 2015, Restlet is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an engineering office in Nantes, France.

NAVYA

Series B in 2016
Navya SA is a prominent French company specializing in autonomous vehicle technology and smart shared mobility solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Villeurbanne, France, Navya develops, manufactures, and services a range of driverless electric vehicles, including autonomous shuttles and cabs. The company primarily caters to municipalities, industrial sites, universities, theme parks, and airports, and its products are available in the United States, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions. Navya has been a pioneer in the autonomous mobility sector, launching its first shuttle, the AUTONOM®SHUTTLE, in 2015, with over 100 units produced and sold in multiple countries. The AUTONOM®CAB, introduced in 2017, is set to undergo road tests soon. With a workforce of more than 200 employees in France and the United States, Navya combines advanced robotic and digital technologies to deliver innovative mobility solutions.

Stootie

Series A in 2016
Stootie is a mobile classifieds platform that focuses on facilitating peer-to-peer transactions in real time, primarily within local communities. It serves as a convenient tool for users to quickly find and offer various items or services, catering to immediate needs, such as locating a phone charger while at a café. Available on both iOS and Android, Stootie has established itself as a leading app for peer-to-peer services in France. In addition to general classifieds, the platform also offers information, advice, and tips related to living spaces, DIY projects, gardening, and home decoration, making it a versatile resource for users seeking assistance in various areas of everyday life.

Nexdot

Venture Round in 2016
Nexdot specializes in the synthesis, production, and application of advanced semiconductor nanocrystals known as Quantum Dots (QDs), with a focus on nanoplatelets—two-dimensional nanosheet Quantum Dots that exhibit enhanced properties. Founded as a spin-off from a leading academic laboratory in Paris, Nexdot leverages over a decade of research in nanomaterials to create proprietary materials with controlled shape and composition. These innovations are poised to transform various industries, including displays, lighting, energy storage, detectors, and bio-imaging. Additionally, Nexdot is developing quantum pearl encapsulation technology to enhance the integration of quantum plates into existing production processes, thereby ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The company is comprised of a dynamic team of skilled scientists and seasoned executives, dedicated to advancing innovation in the field of nanotechnology.

Restlet

Convertible Note in 2016
Restlet offers a comprehensive API-First Platform as a Service, enabling developers and non-developers alike to design, document, test, and host APIs efficiently. Its platform facilitates enterprise-level API projects, making cloud, mobile, web, and IoT application development simpler and more secure. Additionally, Restlet maintains the widely-used open-source REST API framework, Restlet Framework, fostering growth in the API development community. Recognized by Gartner as a Cool Vendor in Specialized PaaS in 2015, Restlet is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an engineering office in Nantes, France.

BnbSitter

Series A in 2016
Bnbsitter is a Paris-based company established in 2013 that specializes in concierge rental services for vacation hosts. It provides a user-friendly online platform that allows hosts to easily book essential services for their guests, such as check-in/check-out assistance and rental cleaning, all within a matter of minutes. Bnbsitter caters to hosts who may be busy, traveling, or otherwise unable to personally welcome their guests, ensuring that visitors receive a warm greeting upon arrival. The company also offers additional services related to property management, including maintenance and inventory management, streamlining the rental experience for both hosts and guests. As of January 2020, Bnbsitter operates as a subsidiary of checkmyguest.

TISSIUM

Series A in 2016
TISSIUM is a privately owned medical device company based in Paris, France, focused on developing and commercializing innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, bind effectively to tissues, and provide on-demand wound closure in the body’s dynamic environments. TISSIUM's technology is rooted in advanced research and intellectual property from renowned experts at MIT and Brigham & Women’s Hospital. The company aims to address various unmet clinical needs through its proprietary portfolio of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by prominent healthcare investors, emphasizing its commitment to advancing surgical techniques through its groundbreaking solutions.

Melusyn

Seed Round in 2016
Melusyn offers an interactive platform that enables film product crews to keep track of and optimize their schedules. It enables teams to communicate with each other; keep track of decorations, casting, and costumes; keep track of time; and more. Melusyn is based in Paris, France.

NAVYA

Venture Round in 2016
Navya SA is a prominent French company specializing in autonomous vehicle technology and smart shared mobility solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Villeurbanne, France, Navya develops, manufactures, and services a range of driverless electric vehicles, including autonomous shuttles and cabs. The company primarily caters to municipalities, industrial sites, universities, theme parks, and airports, and its products are available in the United States, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions. Navya has been a pioneer in the autonomous mobility sector, launching its first shuttle, the AUTONOM®SHUTTLE, in 2015, with over 100 units produced and sold in multiple countries. The AUTONOM®CAB, introduced in 2017, is set to undergo road tests soon. With a workforce of more than 200 employees in France and the United States, Navya combines advanced robotic and digital technologies to deliver innovative mobility solutions.

Restlet

Convertible Note in 2015
Restlet offers a comprehensive API-First Platform as a Service, enabling developers and non-developers alike to design, document, test, and host APIs efficiently. Its platform facilitates enterprise-level API projects, making cloud, mobile, web, and IoT application development simpler and more secure. Additionally, Restlet maintains the widely-used open-source REST API framework, Restlet Framework, fostering growth in the API development community. Recognized by Gartner as a Cool Vendor in Specialized PaaS in 2015, Restlet is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an engineering office in Nantes, France.

NAVYA

Seed Round in 2015
Navya SA is a prominent French company specializing in autonomous vehicle technology and smart shared mobility solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Villeurbanne, France, Navya develops, manufactures, and services a range of driverless electric vehicles, including autonomous shuttles and cabs. The company primarily caters to municipalities, industrial sites, universities, theme parks, and airports, and its products are available in the United States, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions. Navya has been a pioneer in the autonomous mobility sector, launching its first shuttle, the AUTONOM®SHUTTLE, in 2015, with over 100 units produced and sold in multiple countries. The AUTONOM®CAB, introduced in 2017, is set to undergo road tests soon. With a workforce of more than 200 employees in France and the United States, Navya combines advanced robotic and digital technologies to deliver innovative mobility solutions.

Melusyn

Seed Round in 2015
Melusyn offers an interactive platform that enables film product crews to keep track of and optimize their schedules. It enables teams to communicate with each other; keep track of decorations, casting, and costumes; keep track of time; and more. Melusyn is based in Paris, France.

English Attack

Series A in 2015
English Attack is a Web 2.0, entertainment-driven English language learning Entertainment Learning was created to bring leverage the power of digital entertainment to transform the way people learn. Its flagship service, English Attack! (www.english-attack.com) creates true innovation in the $35 billion market for English language learning via a 100% entertainment-driven approach to helping learners increase and enhance their exposure to, and use of, the language. It achieves this via interactive lessons based on clips from blockbuster movies, hit TV series, and television news reports; chart-topping music videos; professionally produced casual games; visual dictionaries; and a global social network of learners of English. Entertainment Learning was founded by experienced digital entertainment executives Paul Maglione and Frederic Tibout, who launched English Attack! commercially in 2012 after the service had won or been a finalist in several French and European startup competitions including Plugg Brussels, The Next Web Amsterdam, and Seedcamp Paris.

VitamFero

Series C in 2015
VitamFero SA is a biotechnology company based in Angers, France, that specializes in the development and marketing of prophylactic agents, particularly vaccines and neonatal immunostimulants, aimed at treating various infectious diseases. Founded in 2005, the company utilizes its patented Toxo Mic1-3KO technology to create innovative vaccines targeting Apicomplexe parasites. Its product line includes vaccines such as VFOtx-251 for ovine toxoplasmosis, VFOne-273 for bovine neosporosis, and VFOlh-211 for canine leishmaniasis and equine protozoal myeloencephalitis. With a focus primarily on veterinary healthcare, VitamFero is dedicated to addressing the challenges posed by these infectious agents, thereby improving animal health outcomes.

Stootie

Seed Round in 2015
Stootie is a mobile classifieds platform that focuses on facilitating peer-to-peer transactions in real time, primarily within local communities. It serves as a convenient tool for users to quickly find and offer various items or services, catering to immediate needs, such as locating a phone charger while at a café. Available on both iOS and Android, Stootie has established itself as a leading app for peer-to-peer services in France. In addition to general classifieds, the platform also offers information, advice, and tips related to living spaces, DIY projects, gardening, and home decoration, making it a versatile resource for users seeking assistance in various areas of everyday life.

Open Ocean

Seed Round in 2015
Open Ocean SAS is a company that specializes in developing a SaaS-based decision-making platform focused on managing offshore infrastructure and marine operations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Paris and Brest, the company offers a range of products and services, including the Metocean Analytics solution, which analyzes atmospheric and oceanic conditions, and a detailed report on the tidal energy market in France. Additionally, Open Ocean provides a spectral wave database for Scotland, facilitating the development of marine renewable energy. Its services encompass site data analysis, resource and energy assessment, environmental data for design calculations, and research and development for offshore energy projects. Open Ocean caters to farm developers, operators, and public agencies within the renewable marine energy sector, leveraging a highly qualified team of oceanographers skilled in high-resolution modeling and data analysis.

Restlet

Convertible Note in 2014
Restlet offers a comprehensive API-First Platform as a Service, enabling developers and non-developers alike to design, document, test, and host APIs efficiently. Its platform facilitates enterprise-level API projects, making cloud, mobile, web, and IoT application development simpler and more secure. Additionally, Restlet maintains the widely-used open-source REST API framework, Restlet Framework, fostering growth in the API development community. Recognized by Gartner as a Cool Vendor in Specialized PaaS in 2015, Restlet is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an engineering office in Nantes, France.

Web Geo Services

Seed Round in 2014
Web Geo Services SAS, established in 2009 and headquartered in Montpellier, France, specializes in online mapping and location-based applications. The company focuses on providing location SaaS technology for various sectors, including retail, e-commerce, travel, hospitality, banking, insurance, automotive, and mobility. By leveraging Google Maps, Web Geo Services assists businesses in enhancing customer engagement and driving conversions through digital systems that streamline online checkouts and customer journeys. With a client base of over 400 large companies, it has positioned itself as a leading partner of Google Cloud and the foremost Google Maps partner in Europe, with offices in multiple countries. The company has developed Woosmap, an award-winning platform that enables developers to integrate advanced location intelligence features into mobile applications and websites, thereby offering businesses a competitive edge in their respective markets.

Precogs

Seed Round in 2014
Precogs is a company based in Paris, France, founded in 2011, that specializes in business analytics solutions tailored for EMS-ODM-OEM sectors. The company offers a range of services, including supply risk management, enterprise resource planning (ERP), and procurement monitoring. Its key products feature CogWatch, a predictive tool leveraging big data, and Cog Margin, a platform designed for component pricing. Precogs focuses on providing real-time sourcing of electronic components, ensuring that clients receive competitive pricing for their needs.

Axess Vision Technology

Series B in 2013
Axess Vision Technology S.A. is a French company specializing in the design and production of disposable sterile endoscopes for various medical applications, including bronchoscopy and urology. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, the firm has dedicated significant resources to research and development, culminating in the commercialization of its first single-use endoscope in 2014. With a focus on patient safety and comfort, Axess Vision Technology aims to enhance the efficiency of medical practitioners while addressing emerging health challenges. The company has introduced several innovative products, backed by collaboration with medical experts and a commitment to sustainability and community engagement. Through its ongoing efforts, Axess Vision has secured multiple patents and continues to prioritize innovation in the evolving healthcare landscape.

TISSIUM

Series A in 2013
TISSIUM is a privately owned medical device company based in Paris, France, focused on developing and commercializing innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, bind effectively to tissues, and provide on-demand wound closure in the body’s dynamic environments. TISSIUM's technology is rooted in advanced research and intellectual property from renowned experts at MIT and Brigham & Women’s Hospital. The company aims to address various unmet clinical needs through its proprietary portfolio of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by prominent healthcare investors, emphasizing its commitment to advancing surgical techniques through its groundbreaking solutions.

Restlet

Seed Round in 2013
Restlet offers a comprehensive API-First Platform as a Service, enabling developers and non-developers alike to design, document, test, and host APIs efficiently. Its platform facilitates enterprise-level API projects, making cloud, mobile, web, and IoT application development simpler and more secure. Additionally, Restlet maintains the widely-used open-source REST API framework, Restlet Framework, fostering growth in the API development community. Recognized by Gartner as a Cool Vendor in Specialized PaaS in 2015, Restlet is headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an engineering office in Nantes, France.

Fidzup

Seed Round in 2013
Fidzup is a Paris-based company that offers web-oriented tools tailored for brick-and-mortar businesses. Established in 2013, it has developed a distinctive in-store analytics platform that enables retailers to retarget customers with personalized mobile advertisements. By integrating Wi-Fi and GPS technology, Fidzup's local marketing platform tracks the behavior of mobile users both at the point of sale and in surrounding areas. This capability allows retailers to gather valuable data on consumer behavior, analyze it effectively, and deliver targeted advertisements directly to customers’ mobile devices, thereby enhancing local market engagement.

Fidzup

Angel Round in 2013
Fidzup is a Paris-based company that offers web-oriented tools tailored for brick-and-mortar businesses. Established in 2013, it has developed a distinctive in-store analytics platform that enables retailers to retarget customers with personalized mobile advertisements. By integrating Wi-Fi and GPS technology, Fidzup's local marketing platform tracks the behavior of mobile users both at the point of sale and in surrounding areas. This capability allows retailers to gather valuable data on consumer behavior, analyze it effectively, and deliver targeted advertisements directly to customers’ mobile devices, thereby enhancing local market engagement.

e(ye)BRAIN

Series B in 2012
e(ye)BRAIN SA is a medical company based in Paris, France, that specializes in the development and manufacturing of eye trackers aimed at diagnosing neurological and psychiatric diseases. Founded in 2008, the company offers two primary products, EyeBrain T1 and EyeBrain T2. The EyeBrain T1 device records eye movements, while the EyeBrain T2 captures both eye and head movements using advanced algorithms. The data collected from these devices is analyzed through the MeyeEval software, which aids in clinical assessments. In addition to its core products, e(ye)BRAIN provides clinical research tools and offers advisory and support services, enhancing the functional exploration of the brain in both healthy and diseased states.

PlasmaBiotics

Seed Round in 2012
PlasmaBiotics is a biotechnology company based in Evry, France, that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing cold plasma nitrogen generators for medical disinfection. Founded in 2011, the company aims to enhance hospital efficiency and reduce the risk of bacterial contamination through its innovative products, including the PlasmaTYPHOON and PlasmaBAG. These devices utilize a patented technology developed by the National French Research Center, allowing for disinfection of medical equipment at ambient temperature and pressure. As a subsidiary of HOYA Corporation since August 2018, PlasmaBiotics continues to focus on providing effective solutions for the medical industry.

PlasmaBiotics

Acquisition in 2012
PlasmaBiotics is a biotechnology company based in Evry, France, that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing cold plasma nitrogen generators for medical disinfection. Founded in 2011, the company aims to enhance hospital efficiency and reduce the risk of bacterial contamination through its innovative products, including the PlasmaTYPHOON and PlasmaBAG. These devices utilize a patented technology developed by the National French Research Center, allowing for disinfection of medical equipment at ambient temperature and pressure. As a subsidiary of HOYA Corporation since August 2018, PlasmaBiotics continues to focus on providing effective solutions for the medical industry.

VitamFero

Seed Round in 2011
VitamFero SA is a biotechnology company based in Angers, France, that specializes in the development and marketing of prophylactic agents, particularly vaccines and neonatal immunostimulants, aimed at treating various infectious diseases. Founded in 2005, the company utilizes its patented Toxo Mic1-3KO technology to create innovative vaccines targeting Apicomplexe parasites. Its product line includes vaccines such as VFOtx-251 for ovine toxoplasmosis, VFOne-273 for bovine neosporosis, and VFOlh-211 for canine leishmaniasis and equine protozoal myeloencephalitis. With a focus primarily on veterinary healthcare, VitamFero is dedicated to addressing the challenges posed by these infectious agents, thereby improving animal health outcomes.

e(ye)BRAIN

Series A in 2009
e(ye)BRAIN SA is a medical company based in Paris, France, that specializes in the development and manufacturing of eye trackers aimed at diagnosing neurological and psychiatric diseases. Founded in 2008, the company offers two primary products, EyeBrain T1 and EyeBrain T2. The EyeBrain T1 device records eye movements, while the EyeBrain T2 captures both eye and head movements using advanced algorithms. The data collected from these devices is analyzed through the MeyeEval software, which aids in clinical assessments. In addition to its core products, e(ye)BRAIN provides clinical research tools and offers advisory and support services, enhancing the functional exploration of the brain in both healthy and diseased states.

Up & Net

Series B in 2009
Up & Net SAS, established in 2005 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in e-payment services tailored for e-commerce. The company focuses on developing innovative gift card solutions that are utilized by online merchants. In addition to its core offerings, Up & Net publishes Cadeaux-avenue.com, a gift-giving platform, and Monblogshopping.com, a collection of blogs centered around shopping. The company also creates private e-payment programs and distributes e-gift cards, which can be re-materialized for use in convenience stores. Through these services, Up & Net aims to enhance the shopping experience for consumers and provide valuable tools for online retailers.

Sesamea.fr

Series A in 2008
Sesamea is a French company that specializes in providing electronic gift and cash cards, which can be redeemed at various e-commerce stores and retailers. The company operates an online platform that allows users to purchase tailor-made gift cards, facilitating payments for a wide range of products available at partner stores and online shopping sites. Through its services, Sesamea aims to enhance the gifting experience by offering convenient and versatile payment solutions for consumers.

Advestigo

Series B in 2008
Advestigo S.A., founded in 2002 and based in Saint-Cloud, France, specializes in digital asset protection solutions and copyright recognition software. The company provides a range of technologies, including theraography, which analyzes digital content to create unique content-based fingerprints. Its offerings include AdvestiCHECK, a software package designed for monitoring information technology networks and workstations, and AdvestiGUARD, which focuses on overseeing communication channels. Additionally, Advestigo offers AdvestiGATE, an audio and video fingerprinting software that identifies copyrighted content, facilitating its distribution on user-generated content platforms while preventing the unauthorized posting of copyrighted materials. As of 2009, Advestigo operates as a subsidiary of Hologram Industries SA.

CodaSystem

Venture Round in 2008
Codasystem is a French start-up specializing in digital photography technology that holds legal value. The company provides a real-time monitoring tool that enables users to capture digital photographs using their mobile phones, which can be utilized as legally admissible evidence. This innovative approach enhances the reliability of visual documentation, catering to various sectors that require verifiable photographic records.

WatchFrog

Series A in 2008
WatchFrog SA specializes in providing research and consulting services focused on the detection of chemical, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic substances in both pharmacology and environmental sectors. The company employs innovative biotechnological tools, utilizing amphibian and fish larvae that fluoresce in the presence of pollutants, to measure the effects of endocrine disruptors and heavy metals in drinking water and industrial effluents. WatchFrog offers a range of testing services, including estrogen, thyroid, and androgenetic testing, and supports pharmaceutical companies during the drug discovery process by providing methodologies for target validation, in vivo drug efficiency evaluation, and eco-toxicological screening. Additionally, the company provides tools for water analysis, helping industries manage effluent and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Founded in 2005 and based in Evry, France, WatchFrog has gained recognition for its innovative activities, supported by funding from the French Ministry of Research.

Idylis

Series B in 2007
Idylis S.A. is a software development company based in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, France, specializing in cloud-based solutions for enterprise management. Founded in 2008, Idylis designs and markets software that supports various functions, including audit and accounting, financial management, documentation, e-mailing, and scheduling. The company's offerings extend to commercial applications, notably in supply chain management, logistics, and inventory management. In addition to its software products, Idylis provides customer support and consulting services to enhance its clients' operational efficiency.

CodaSystem

Series A in 2006
Codasystem is a French start-up specializing in digital photography technology that holds legal value. The company provides a real-time monitoring tool that enables users to capture digital photographs using their mobile phones, which can be utilized as legally admissible evidence. This innovative approach enhances the reliability of visual documentation, catering to various sectors that require verifiable photographic records.

Sequans Communications

Series C in 2006
Sequans Communications S.A. is a designer and supplier of cellular semiconductor solutions, specializing in 4G and 5G chips and modules tailored for massive, broadband, and critical Internet of Things (IoT) markets. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes its Monarch LTE-M/NB-IoT and Calliope Cat 1 chip platforms for 5G/4G massive IoT applications, known for their low power consumption and integrated functionalities. For broadband and critical IoT applications, Sequans provides the Cassiopeia Cat 4/Cat 6 4G and high-end Taurus 5G chip platforms, which are optimized for various sectors including residential, enterprise, and industrial uses. The company serves a global market with additional offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and China.

Kynogon

Series B in 2006
Kynogon SA is a developer of artificial intelligence software tailored for interactive applications. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Suresnes, France, with additional offices in Canada and the United Kingdom, Kynogon serves a diverse range of industries, including gaming, defense and security, industrial sectors, simulation, and education. The company's focus is on creating advanced software solutions that enhance interactivity and realism in various applications. Kynogon has been operating as a subsidiary of Autodesk, Inc. since 2008.

Ipracom

Series B in 2005
Ipracom SA, based in Massy, France, specializes in the development of software solutions for personal digital assistants (PDAs) and smartphones. The company offers products such as Ipra*Cool and Ipra*PC, which facilitate connectivity between mobile devices and personal computers, allowing users to access files and check email. In addition to these offerings, Ipracom develops software tailored for specific vertical applications. The company's clients include notable telecommunications firms such as Orange, Bouygues Telecom, and Smart Communications. Ipracom became a subsidiary of Maeglin Software in 2007.

Idylis

Series A in 2005
Idylis S.A. is a software development company based in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, France, specializing in cloud-based solutions for enterprise management. Founded in 2008, Idylis designs and markets software that supports various functions, including audit and accounting, financial management, documentation, e-mailing, and scheduling. The company's offerings extend to commercial applications, notably in supply chain management, logistics, and inventory management. In addition to its software products, Idylis provides customer support and consulting services to enhance its clients' operational efficiency.

Sequans Communications

Series B in 2005
Sequans Communications S.A. is a designer and supplier of cellular semiconductor solutions, specializing in 4G and 5G chips and modules tailored for massive, broadband, and critical Internet of Things (IoT) markets. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes its Monarch LTE-M/NB-IoT and Calliope Cat 1 chip platforms for 5G/4G massive IoT applications, known for their low power consumption and integrated functionalities. For broadband and critical IoT applications, Sequans provides the Cassiopeia Cat 4/Cat 6 4G and high-end Taurus 5G chip platforms, which are optimized for various sectors including residential, enterprise, and industrial uses. The company serves a global market with additional offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and China.

CodaSystem

Venture Round in 2005
Codasystem is a French start-up specializing in digital photography technology that holds legal value. The company provides a real-time monitoring tool that enables users to capture digital photographs using their mobile phones, which can be utilized as legally admissible evidence. This innovative approach enhances the reliability of visual documentation, catering to various sectors that require verifiable photographic records.

Theraclion

Acquisition in 2004
Theraclion is a French company founded in 2004 that specializes in high-tech medical equipment utilizing high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) technology. The company has developed innovative echotherapy solutions that integrate HIFU therapy with ultrasound imaging to non-invasively target and treat benign tumors and varicose veins. Its flagship product, Echopulse®, is designed for the non-invasive treatment of breast fibroadenomas and benign thyroid nodules, while the SONOVEIN® system specifically addresses varicose veins in the lower limbs. Theraclion's focus on ultrasound for therapeutic applications positions it as a pioneer in this field, offering advanced solutions for patients requiring non-invasive treatment options.

Echosens

Acquisition in 2004
Echosens SAS, established in 2001 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing non-invasive diagnostic products and services for hepatology. The company's flagship product, FibroScan, utilizes vibration-controlled transient elastography technology, which is utilized in both clinical practice and research to assess liver health. Additionally, Echosens offers FibroMeter, a blood test that quantifies liver fibrosis, and FibroView, a smart connectivity software that integrates FibroScan data with hospital information systems. Echosens aims to lead the market in non-invasive hepatology diagnostics and is dedicated to enhancing patient quality of life.

Advestigo

Series A in 2004
Advestigo S.A., founded in 2002 and based in Saint-Cloud, France, specializes in digital asset protection solutions and copyright recognition software. The company provides a range of technologies, including theraography, which analyzes digital content to create unique content-based fingerprints. Its offerings include AdvestiCHECK, a software package designed for monitoring information technology networks and workstations, and AdvestiGUARD, which focuses on overseeing communication channels. Additionally, Advestigo offers AdvestiGATE, an audio and video fingerprinting software that identifies copyrighted content, facilitating its distribution on user-generated content platforms while preventing the unauthorized posting of copyrighted materials. As of 2009, Advestigo operates as a subsidiary of Hologram Industries SA.

Xcalia

Series B in 2004
Xcalia specializes in intermediation software designed to facilitate the creation of dynamic transactional composite applications. The Xcalia Intermediation Platform integrates legacy systems, mainframe resources, and databases with web services to streamline and orchestrate business processes. This platform employs metadata to describe services and automate transaction execution in real-time, enabling enterprises to adapt swiftly to evolving business needs without incurring the high costs associated with manual integration. Established in 2000 and headquartered in Paris, France, Xcalia serves over 50 companies, enhancing high-volume transactional environments. The company also maintains offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany.

Sequans Communications

Series A in 2004
Sequans Communications S.A. is a designer and supplier of cellular semiconductor solutions, specializing in 4G and 5G chips and modules tailored for massive, broadband, and critical Internet of Things (IoT) markets. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes its Monarch LTE-M/NB-IoT and Calliope Cat 1 chip platforms for 5G/4G massive IoT applications, known for their low power consumption and integrated functionalities. For broadband and critical IoT applications, Sequans provides the Cassiopeia Cat 4/Cat 6 4G and high-end Taurus 5G chip platforms, which are optimized for various sectors including residential, enterprise, and industrial uses. The company serves a global market with additional offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and China.

Kynogon

Seed Round in 2003
Kynogon SA is a developer of artificial intelligence software tailored for interactive applications. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Suresnes, France, with additional offices in Canada and the United Kingdom, Kynogon serves a diverse range of industries, including gaming, defense and security, industrial sectors, simulation, and education. The company's focus is on creating advanced software solutions that enhance interactivity and realism in various applications. Kynogon has been operating as a subsidiary of Autodesk, Inc. since 2008.

Xcalia

Series A in 2003
Xcalia specializes in intermediation software designed to facilitate the creation of dynamic transactional composite applications. The Xcalia Intermediation Platform integrates legacy systems, mainframe resources, and databases with web services to streamline and orchestrate business processes. This platform employs metadata to describe services and automate transaction execution in real-time, enabling enterprises to adapt swiftly to evolving business needs without incurring the high costs associated with manual integration. Established in 2000 and headquartered in Paris, France, Xcalia serves over 50 companies, enhancing high-volume transactional environments. The company also maintains offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany.
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