1NCE
Venture Round in 2025
1NCE GmbH is a provider of Internet data connectivity services, specializing in narrowband and low bandwidth connections tailored for business-to-business applications in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, the company offers a unique IoT Flat Rate service that ensures global connectivity for a one-time fee, allowing users to manage IoT devices affordably over a ten-year period. This innovative pricing model supports various applications, including smart utilities, asset tracking, and vehicle telematics. 1NCE's offerings include multimode-support SIM cards that facilitate reliable mobile communication across different technologies, ensuring extensive network coverage in 140 countries. With a growing workforce of around 200 staff across multiple international locations, 1NCE aims to make IoT applications scalable and accessible for businesses worldwide.
Enpal
Venture Round in 2025
Enpal GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in providing comprehensive renewable energy solutions, primarily through the installation and operation of solar panels for residential electricity generation. The company offers a range of products, including solar panels, batteries, wallboxes, heat pumps, and energy management systems, catering to customers in Germany and Italy. Enpal initially adopted a sales-based model but successfully transitioned to a lease model that requires no upfront payment and includes installation, insurance, and maintenance services. This approach has resulted in significant growth, with over 60,000 solar PV systems installed and revenues exceeding 400 million euros as of 2022. Enpal employs more than 1,000 team members, including over 200 local installer teams, and has opened several satellite offices to enhance customer service across its markets. The company has received numerous awards for its contributions to sustainability and customer service, positioning itself as a leader in the solar PV installation sector in Germany.
Tines Security Services Ltd. is a cyber security automation company based in Dublin, Ireland, founded in 2018. It specializes in a no-code workflow automation platform designed specifically for security teams, enabling them to construct, execute, and monitor workflows with ease. The platform features a Story Library that includes pre-built templates and customizable workflows, allowing users to integrate their existing software applications without the need for additional integrations, apps, or custom coding. Tines also offers a free Community Edition for users to explore its functionalities. Through its cloud-based and on-premise solutions, the company aims to streamline remediation processes and enhance operational efficiency for businesses of all sizes.
AlphaSense
Series F in 2024
AlphaSense, Inc. is a market intelligence platform that specializes in information discovery for research professionals. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in London, Helsinki, Pune, and other locations. Its web-based platform aggregates and indexes financially relevant data from various sources, enabling users to conduct natural language searches for critical insights across filings, research, news, and other disclosures. The platform is designed to facilitate informed decision-making by providing users with the ability to set alerts, analyze data, and navigate complex information efficiently. AlphaSense serves nearly 2,000 enterprise clients, including a significant number of financial institutions and a majority of the S&P 500, who rely on its tools to drive their business decisions.
Wayve is a technology company based in London, United Kingdom, focused on developing a fully autonomous driving system for vehicles. The company utilizes end-to-end deep learning to enable its artificial intelligence to perform complex driving tasks, allowing it to adapt to various urban environments. Wayve operates a fleet of electric vehicles that are equipped for autonomous operation and technology development. Its approach combines AI software with lean hardware and a fleet learning platform, facilitating the deployment of autonomous vehicles on public roads. This innovative methodology enables businesses to efficiently adapt autonomous driving systems to new driving domains globally.
CMR Surgical
Series D in 2023
CMR Surgical, established in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, UK, specializes in designing and manufacturing medical devices for minimal access surgery. The company's primary product is the Versius surgical robotic system, which facilitates laparoscopic surgery by providing surgeons with 3D high-definition imagery and feedback. CMR Surgical aims to make minimal access surgery universally accessible and affordable by expanding the range of procedures that can be performed using its robotic systems.
Tractable
Series E in 2023
Tractable Ltd. is a London-based software company founded in 2014, specializing in artificial intelligence solutions for accident and disaster recovery. The company develops advanced algorithms that automate the visual appraisal of damage to vehicles and properties, utilizing deep learning to analyze images and predict repair costs. By partnering with major insurers globally, Tractable enhances the efficiency of claims processes, enabling quick settlements and facilitating faster repairs, which ultimately supports individuals in restoring their livelihoods. Its products, such as Tractable AI Review and AI Estimating, streamline traditional workflows by transforming how damage assessments are conducted, allowing for real-time, end-to-end estimates. Through its innovative platform, Tractable effectively automates image recognition tasks, driving improvements in accuracy and speed within the insurance industry.
TIER Mobility
Convertible Note in 2023
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.
eToro
Venture Round in 2023
eToro is a global multi-asset investment platform founded in 2007, based in London. It empowers individuals to grow their knowledge and wealth by providing a social trading network that allows users to trade various assets including currencies, commodities, indices, crypto assets, and stocks. eToro's platform enables users to manually invest in different asset classes or automatically copy the trades of other successful traders within its community of over 23 million registered users. The company operates as a subsidiary of eToro Group Limited.
Enpal GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in providing comprehensive renewable energy solutions, primarily through the installation and operation of solar panels for residential electricity generation. The company offers a range of products, including solar panels, batteries, wallboxes, heat pumps, and energy management systems, catering to customers in Germany and Italy. Enpal initially adopted a sales-based model but successfully transitioned to a lease model that requires no upfront payment and includes installation, insurance, and maintenance services. This approach has resulted in significant growth, with over 60,000 solar PV systems installed and revenues exceeding 400 million euros as of 2022. Enpal employs more than 1,000 team members, including over 200 local installer teams, and has opened several satellite offices to enhance customer service across its markets. The company has received numerous awards for its contributions to sustainability and customer service, positioning itself as a leader in the solar PV installation sector in Germany.
Fanatics Holdings
Private Equity Round in 2022
Fanatics, Inc. is a leading global e-commerce company specializing in licensed sports merchandise, including fan gear and jerseys. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, the company operates a multi-channel retail platform that serves professional sports leagues, media brands, and collegiate teams. Fanatics designs, manufactures, and distributes its products across various channels, including online, mobile, and physical stores, catering to the evolving needs of sports fans in a mobile-first, on-demand culture. The company has additional offices in San Mateo, California, and Manchester, United Kingdom, and aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing a wide range of products that meet the real-time expectations of customers.
Entrepreneur First
Series C in 2022
Entrepreneur First is a London-based venture capital firm established in 2011, with offices in five cities across three continents. It uniquely invests in high-potential individuals, helping them find co-founders, develop ideas, and secure funding to build globally significant technology companies. With a portfolio of over 300 companies, including notable successes like Tractable and Magic Pony Technology, and a global alumni network of over 5000, Entrepreneur First has a combined portfolio value of over $5 billion. Backed by prominent tech founders and investors, the firm focuses on the software and technology sectors.
CoachHub is a digital learning and coaching platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing personalized video coaching sessions with experienced business coaches, complemented by tailored micro-learning content. The platform is designed to facilitate coaching for employees across various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, financial services, healthcare, and technology, among others. CoachHub's offerings include AI-enabled coaching and data-driven insights that allow organizations to create scalable and measurable coaching programs for their workforce, regardless of department or seniority level. By enabling remote and online coaching, CoachHub ensures that employees can access development opportunities from any location, fostering growth and talent development within organizations.
1NCE
Venture Round in 2022
1NCE GmbH is a provider of Internet data connectivity services, specializing in narrowband and low bandwidth connections tailored for business-to-business applications in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, the company offers a unique IoT Flat Rate service that ensures global connectivity for a one-time fee, allowing users to manage IoT devices affordably over a ten-year period. This innovative pricing model supports various applications, including smart utilities, asset tracking, and vehicle telematics. 1NCE's offerings include multimode-support SIM cards that facilitate reliable mobile communication across different technologies, ensuring extensive network coverage in 140 countries. With a growing workforce of around 200 staff across multiple international locations, 1NCE aims to make IoT applications scalable and accessible for businesses worldwide.
MSquared
Venture Round in 2022
MSquared (M²) develops a network that allows metaverses to be used together. It uses blockchain and cryptocurrency to connect digital assets to various organizations. MSquared is based in London, United Kingdom.
Neuron23, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing and manufacturing innovative medicines for genetic disorders, particularly targeting neurological and immunological diseases. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Munich, Germany, the company utilizes advanced artificial intelligence technology and cutting-edge genetic research to enhance drug discovery. Neuron23 aims to create effective treatments for conditions such as Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease, leveraging its AI-enabled platforms to identify and develop therapeutics that address the needs of patients suffering from these debilitating disorders.
Forto GmbH, founded in 2016 in Berlin, Germany, specializes in freight forwarding services across Asia and Europe. Initially known as FreightHub GmbH, the company rebranded to Forto in April 2020. It provides comprehensive logistics solutions, including international shipping for full container loads (FCL) and less than container loads (LCL), as well as air freight services. Forto operates a digital platform that facilitates real-time logistics management, allowing customers to obtain quotes, book shipments online, and track freight digitally. With a focus on innovating logistics technology, Forto aims to enhance global supply chain processes for its clients. The company serves over 2,000 customers and operates nine offices worldwide, employing more than 200 people, and is committed to promoting sustainability and enhancing global trade.
RightHand Robotics
Series C in 2022
RightHand Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of robotic order-picking systems that streamline supply chain logistics for various industries, including e-commerce, food handling, and flexible manufacturing. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company specializes in robotic solutions that automatically grasp a wide variety of items from bins and cases. Its flagship products include the ReFlex SF, which features a 3D-printed palm equipped with servos and compliant fingers, and the ReFlex TakkTile, a tactile sensor designed to enhance the robots' ability to handle items gently and correct errors. RightHand Robotics focuses on providing end-to-end solutions that simplify integration and adaptation to diverse customer workflows, ultimately reducing the costs associated with order fulfillment across sectors such as electronics, apparel, grocery, and pharmaceuticals.
PrimaryBid
Series C in 2022
PrimaryBid Limited is an online investment platform that facilitates access for private investors to share placings, fundraising activities, and initial public offerings (IPOs) of AIM-listed companies. Founded in 2012 and based in London, the company provides a technology solution that allows retail investors to bid for new shares on their own terms, ensuring they can participate at the same time and price as institutional investors. The platform aggregates retail demand, connecting a diverse pool of investors with public companies, and enables investments through both a website and mobile application. PrimaryBid has established strategic partnerships with notable financial institutions, enhancing its ability to streamline the investment process and increase opportunities for everyday investors in the Eurozone.
Modalku is an online marketplace based in Jakarta, Indonesia, designed to connect small businesses seeking loans with lenders looking to fund these loans. By leveraging technology, Modalku offers borrowers access to financing options that may not be available through traditional channels, often at lower interest rates. Lenders participating in the platform can achieve returns that surpass those typically found in bank deposits and traditional investment products. This marketplace lending model has been successfully implemented in various countries, including the USA, UK, China, and Singapore, demonstrating its effectiveness in supporting small business growth.
Energy Vault SA, founded in 2017 and based in Lugano, Switzerland, specializes in energy storage and transmission equipment designed to support renewable power generation. The company has developed an innovative energy storage technology that utilizes principles of physics and kinetic energy, replacing traditional pumped hydro systems with custom-made cylindrical blocks crafted from low-cost materials. This modular system can be tailored to provide capacities ranging from 10 to 35 MWh and power outputs of up to 5 MW, with a projected lifespan exceeding 30 years without degradation of storage capacity. Energy Vault aims to address the intermittency challenges faced by renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, thereby facilitating a more efficient transition to a sustainable energy future. The company's operations extend across the United States and China, with a significant portion of its revenue generated in the U.S.
Vivid is a leading European financial platform for businesses that seamlessly integrates the management of personal and business finances. Focused on SMEs, Vivid delivers cost-effective, scalable financial solutions with best-in-class pricing, market-leading interest rates on savings and advanced business tools. Founded in 2019 in Berlin by Alexander Emeshevand Artem Iamanov, Vivid has quickly grown into one of Germany’s top financial platforms for SMEs and private accounts. Backed by Greenoaks Capital and DST Global, the company is expanding across Europe setting new standards in how businesses bank.
Blockdaemon
Series C in 2022
Blockdaemon Inc. is a blockchain node management platform that enables businesses, enterprises, and developers to efficiently deploy and manage blockchain applications. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with additional offices in New York and Ireland, the company provides tools that allow users to manage nodes across more than 30 blockchain protocols, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Polkadot. Blockdaemon's solution is designed to be fully portable, enabling users to easily switch between networks and chains without the need for extensive configuration. The company also supports the blockchain developer ecosystem by offering expert dev-ops advice, facilitating smoother integration and deployment in the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape.
Paack is a company specializing in e-commerce delivery services, aiming to provide efficient and sustainable solutions for business couriers and parcel deliveries. With a focus on enhancing the delivery experience, Paack offers a range of services, including scheduled, on-demand, next-day, and same-day deliveries, tailored to meet the last-mile delivery needs of its clients. The company operates in Spain, France, Portugal, and Italy, leveraging an in-house technology platform developed by a team of over 120 engineers to automate and optimize delivery processes. This operational efficiency is reflected in Paack's impressive 96% success rate on first delivery attempts. Committed to sustainability, Paack aims to achieve carbon net-zero status by 2030, emphasizing environmental responsibility as part of its overall strategy. The company measures its environmental impact, implements decarbonization actions, collaborates with partners for environmental contributions, and tracks progress through sustainability reports.
Big Health
Series C in 2022
Big Health is a digital therapeutics company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing and marketing innovative behavioral health programs. The company's flagship product, Sleepio, is a digital sleep improvement program that employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to address and personalize sleep disorders. By offering a fully automated healthcare portal, Big Health delivers highly personalized digital therapeutics and behavioral programs aimed at tackling various mental health issues. Their approach combines medical consultation with user-friendly technology, enabling individuals to effectively manage and overcome sleep-related disorders in an efficient manner.
Job&talent
Series E in 2021
Job&Talent is a leading marketplace for essential work, specializing in matching individuals with companies through its advanced platform. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Madrid, the company utilizes technology to simplify the hiring process, offering services that include messaging, in-application hiring, staffing, and payroll management. This innovative approach leverages big-data matching technology to enhance recruitment efficiency and quality. In 2022, Job&Talent successfully placed over 340,000 workers in more than 2,500 companies, generating €1.9 billion in revenue. Operating in ten countries across Europe, the U.S., and Latin America, Job&Talent is recognized as the highest-valued unicorn in Spain, with a valuation of $2.4 billion and support from prominent investors. The company is committed to expanding its reach and continuing to deliver reliable, flexible work solutions for both job seekers and employers.
Permutive
Series C in 2021
Permutive, Inc. is a London-based company that specializes in programmatic advertising through its innovative ad server and data management platform. Founded in 2015, Permutive focuses on enhancing targetable advertising for publishers by utilizing a patented, privacy-preserving on-device technology. This unique approach allows premium advertisers and publishers to plan, build, and activate audience cohorts while safeguarding user data. The company's SaaS-based platform leverages behavioral data to recommend content at scale, enabling businesses to optimize user experiences in real-time across various devices and channels. Additionally, Permutive's commitment to privacy ensures that data protection remains a priority in their advertising solutions. The company also has an office in New York to support its operations in the United States.
OurCrowd
Private Equity Round in 2021
OurCrowd, established in 2013, is a global venture investing platform headquartered in Israel. It specializes in connecting accredited investors with curated, high-quality early-stage companies across various sectors, including healthcare, technology, energy, and transportation. OurCrowd invests in and supports its portfolio companies throughout their lifecycle, providing mentorship, industry connections, and follow-on funding opportunities. It is the most active venture investor in Israel and has a strong presence in the United States and other global markets.
TIER Mobility
Series D in 2021
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.
Enpal GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in providing comprehensive renewable energy solutions, primarily through the installation and operation of solar panels for residential electricity generation. The company offers a range of products, including solar panels, batteries, wallboxes, heat pumps, and energy management systems, catering to customers in Germany and Italy. Enpal initially adopted a sales-based model but successfully transitioned to a lease model that requires no upfront payment and includes installation, insurance, and maintenance services. This approach has resulted in significant growth, with over 60,000 solar PV systems installed and revenues exceeding 400 million euros as of 2022. Enpal employs more than 1,000 team members, including over 200 local installer teams, and has opened several satellite offices to enhance customer service across its markets. The company has received numerous awards for its contributions to sustainability and customer service, positioning itself as a leader in the solar PV installation sector in Germany.
Elliptic Enterprises Limited is a London-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in blockchain analytics and compliance solutions for cryptocurrencies. Its platform aims to enhance transparency and accountability in cryptocurrency transactions by identifying and addressing illicit activities that could compromise the integrity of digital currencies. Elliptic offers services such as Elliptic Vault for secure storage of bitcoins and provides valuable insights to cryptocurrency companies, financial institutions, and government agencies to help them manage financial crime risks and comply with regulatory requirements. Through its efforts, Elliptic fosters a safer environment for cryptocurrency use and promotes the principles upon which digital currencies were established. The company's focus is on combating suspicious and criminal activities, thereby contributing to a more secure and trustworthy cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Swile is a Paris-based company founded in 2018 by Loïc Soubeyrand, focused on transforming employee engagement and benefits management. The company offers an all-in-one smartcard that consolidates various employee benefits, including meal vouchers, gift vouchers, and mobility benefits, thereby disrupting the traditional meal voucher market in France. In addition to these services, Swile provides a super app designed to enhance workplace culture through features such as employee recognition, event organization, collections, and peer-to-peer payments. The platform also includes tools for conducting employee engagement surveys and delivering insightful analytics, allowing businesses to streamline expense management and simplify the distribution of employee benefits. By enabling employees to access and manage their benefits electronically, Swile aims to improve overall financial well-being within organizations.
ContractPodAi
Series C in 2021
ContractPodAi is a prominent provider of AI-driven legal technology that focuses on enhancing contract management for enterprises. Its flagship product, an advanced Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform, leverages the capabilities of Leah, an innovative Agentic AI solution designed to streamline legal workflows and uncover opportunities for business growth. By transforming legal departments from cost centers into strategic enablers of growth, ContractPodAi enhances compliance and risk visibility while reducing workload and minimizing errors. The platform automates contract assembly, management, and analysis, facilitating full contract workflows and approvals, and providing alerts for critical deadlines. With a commitment to integrating seamlessly into existing business systems, ContractPodAi supports organizations in making faster, data-driven decisions and adapting to evolving needs. The company, headquartered in London with additional offices in New York, San Francisco, Glasgow, and Mumbai, partners with leading technology firms to deliver effective legal transformation solutions for global enterprises.
1NCE
Funding Round in 2021
1NCE GmbH is a provider of Internet data connectivity services, specializing in narrowband and low bandwidth connections tailored for business-to-business applications in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, the company offers a unique IoT Flat Rate service that ensures global connectivity for a one-time fee, allowing users to manage IoT devices affordably over a ten-year period. This innovative pricing model supports various applications, including smart utilities, asset tracking, and vehicle telematics. 1NCE's offerings include multimode-support SIM cards that facilitate reliable mobile communication across different technologies, ensuring extensive network coverage in 140 countries. With a growing workforce of around 200 staff across multiple international locations, 1NCE aims to make IoT applications scalable and accessible for businesses worldwide.
Blockdaemon
Series B in 2021
Blockdaemon Inc. is a blockchain node management platform that enables businesses, enterprises, and developers to efficiently deploy and manage blockchain applications. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with additional offices in New York and Ireland, the company provides tools that allow users to manage nodes across more than 30 blockchain protocols, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Polkadot. Blockdaemon's solution is designed to be fully portable, enabling users to easily switch between networks and chains without the need for extensive configuration. The company also supports the blockchain developer ecosystem by offering expert dev-ops advice, facilitating smoother integration and deployment in the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape.
Merantix
Seed Round in 2021
Merantix AG is a Berlin-based venture studio founded in 2016, specializing in artificial intelligence and technology investments. The company operates as an incubator, focusing on pre-seed, seed, and growth capital investments primarily in Germany. Merantix aims to drive innovation in AI through a combination of research, investment, and collaboration, facilitating interactions among ideas, talent, and industry. In addition to its investment activities, it operates the Merantix AI Campus, which serves as a hub for fostering AI advancements in Europe.
Peak is a UK-based decision intelligence company that offers a platform for data analysis services. It uses AI and machine learning to help businesses make informed decisions across sales, marketing, planning, and supply chains. Headquartered in Manchester, Peak serves prominent clients such as PrettyLittleThing, AO, KFC, and PepsiCo, delivering significant results like a 5% increase in total company revenues and a 12% reduction in inventory holdings. Recognized by Gartner and The Sunday Times, Peak is an AWS Advanced Technology Partner and ISO 27001 accredited.
Energy Vault
Series C in 2021
Energy Vault SA, founded in 2017 and based in Lugano, Switzerland, specializes in energy storage and transmission equipment designed to support renewable power generation. The company has developed an innovative energy storage technology that utilizes principles of physics and kinetic energy, replacing traditional pumped hydro systems with custom-made cylindrical blocks crafted from low-cost materials. This modular system can be tailored to provide capacities ranging from 10 to 35 MWh and power outputs of up to 5 MW, with a projected lifespan exceeding 30 years without degradation of storage capacity. Energy Vault aims to address the intermittency challenges faced by renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, thereby facilitating a more efficient transition to a sustainable energy future. The company's operations extend across the United States and China, with a significant portion of its revenue generated in the U.S.
Adverity GmbH is a technology company that specializes in developing a web-based marketing reporting and analytics platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, Adverity offers a solution that collects, normalizes, and analyzes data from various marketing applications, media tools, and databases. The platform features an API-like connector builder that facilitates data integration and a transformation engine that ensures the creation of clean and accurate datasets. By enabling businesses to blend disparate data from marketing, advertising, and sales, Adverity provides a centralized source of truth for evaluating business performance. The platform automates reporting through shareable dashboards, optimizes marketing campaigns, and enhances data governance, allowing marketing teams to make informed decisions efficiently. Adverity serves notable clients, including Unilever, Bosch, and IKEA, underscoring its relevance in the marketing analytics landscape.
Fanatics Holdings
Private Equity Round in 2021
Fanatics, Inc. is a leading global e-commerce company specializing in licensed sports merchandise, including fan gear and jerseys. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, the company operates a multi-channel retail platform that serves professional sports leagues, media brands, and collegiate teams. Fanatics designs, manufactures, and distributes its products across various channels, including online, mobile, and physical stores, catering to the evolving needs of sports fans in a mobile-first, on-demand culture. The company has additional offices in San Mateo, California, and Manchester, United Kingdom, and aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing a wide range of products that meet the real-time expectations of customers.
Roche, headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, is a global leader in biotechnology, focused on improving lives through innovative medicines and diagnostics. It operates through two divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. The Pharmaceuticals division specializes in medicines for oncology, virology, inflammation, metabolism, and central nervous system disorders, with notable products including Avastin, Herceptin, and MabThera. The Diagnostics division provides a wide range of tests and instruments for clinical chemistry, immunology, virology, and molecular diagnostics, serving hospitals, research labs, and private medical practices. Roche Venture Fund, established in 2002, is the corporate venture capital arm of Roche, investing in early-stage life science companies globally, with a focus on Asia, Europe, and North America. It prefers to invest between CHF1 million to CHF10 million, aiming for a 10-15% ownership stake, and seeks to exit through IPOs or acquisitions.
Revolut Limited, established in 2013 and headquartered in London, UK, is a financial services company specializing in mobile banking. It offers a mobile application enabling users to exchange currencies at interbank rates, send money via social networks, and spend using a multi-currency card. Revolut also provides insurance services, including phone, medical, and travel insurance, and has expanded its offerings to include cryptocurrency and stock trading. The company operates globally, facilitating cross-border money transfers and helping users manage their finances, make payments, and track spending through its user-friendly mobile app.
Skedulo, established in 2012, specializes in enterprise workforce management solutions. Its flagship product, also named Skedulo, streamlines mobile resource and asset connectivity, enabling users to match job requirements with suitable team members, optimize scheduling, and gain real-time visibility into workloads and demand. Skedulo directly integrates with Salesforce.com and offers seamless solutions for ServiceNow, as well as an independent platform that connects to any system of record. With a global presence across North America, Australia, Asia, and the United Kingdom, Skedulo has empowered over 150 companies to manage and service millions of appointments worldwide.
CMR Surgical
Series D in 2021
CMR Surgical, established in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, UK, specializes in designing and manufacturing medical devices for minimal access surgery. The company's primary product is the Versius surgical robotic system, which facilitates laparoscopic surgery by providing surgeons with 3D high-definition imagery and feedback. CMR Surgical aims to make minimal access surgery universally accessible and affordable by expanding the range of procedures that can be performed using its robotic systems.
Forto GmbH, founded in 2016 in Berlin, Germany, specializes in freight forwarding services across Asia and Europe. Initially known as FreightHub GmbH, the company rebranded to Forto in April 2020. It provides comprehensive logistics solutions, including international shipping for full container loads (FCL) and less than container loads (LCL), as well as air freight services. Forto operates a digital platform that facilitates real-time logistics management, allowing customers to obtain quotes, book shipments online, and track freight digitally. With a focus on innovating logistics technology, Forto aims to enhance global supply chain processes for its clients. The company serves over 2,000 customers and operates nine offices worldwide, employing more than 200 people, and is committed to promoting sustainability and enhancing global trade.
THG Holdings plc is an online retailer and technology company based in Manchester, United Kingdom, specializing in direct-to-consumer e-commerce solutions for consumer brand owners. Founded in 2004, the company has developed a robust platform that enables the manufacture and online retail of nutrition, skincare, haircare, and cosmetics products. THG operates a diverse array of websites that sell luxury fashion items and provides various services, including website development, online advertising, marketing, and consultancy. Additionally, it offers warehousing, distribution, and content creation through THG Studios, which supports large-scale projects. Beyond e-commerce, THG is involved in the management of hairdressing salons, hotels, and health clubs. The company was previously known as The Hut Group Limited before rebranding to THG Holdings plc in September 2020.
Proweb UK
Series C in 2021
Proweb UK is a comprehensive provider of web design and internet solutions, specializing in a range of services that include web hosting, website design, broadband, domain registration, email hosting, and data backup. The company is committed to delivering reliable and transparent services that meet the diverse needs of its clients. Proweb UK focuses on creating tailored web-based solutions, ensuring that customers receive high-quality website development and custom online applications. With a strong emphasis on client satisfaction, Proweb UK positions itself as a trustworthy partner in the digital landscape, dedicated to helping businesses establish an effective online presence.
OneTrust, LLC is a technology company that specializes in privacy management and compliance solutions. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company offers a comprehensive platform that automates various aspects of privacy program management, including privacy impact assessments, data inventory mapping, and risk remediation actions. OneTrust’s solutions facilitate compliance with global regulations by providing tools for vendor risk management, incident reporting, and website compliance, as well as managing data subject rights and consent. The platform serves a diverse clientele ranging from multinational corporations to small and medium enterprises, allowing them to collaborate effectively on privacy risks associated with customer, employee, and vendor data. OneTrust also provides training and certification programs, ensuring that organizations can maintain continuous compliance through ongoing audits and assessments. With additional offices worldwide, OneTrust is positioned to support businesses in navigating the complexities of privacy regulations across various sectors and jurisdictions.
Redis is a leading provider of an open-source, in-memory data structure platform that serves as a database, cache, and message broker. Founded in 2011, the company has gained recognition for its ability to enhance application performance through its fast data platform, which offers a variety of data structures, including strings, hashes, lists, and geospatial indexes. Redis's technology enables high availability and efficient data management through built-in replication, Lua scripting, and various persistence options. With a strong international presence across cities such as San Francisco, Austin, London, and Tel Aviv, Redis has supported over 10,000 customers in building and scaling applications. The company is committed to maintaining its open-source roots while providing both cloud and on-premises solutions, thereby setting a new standard for application speed in the digital business landscape.
MB | Mercado Bitcoin
Series A in 2021
Mercado Bitcoin is a leading financial market infrastructure company in Latin America, specializing in cryptocurrency transactions. It offers an online platform where users, including traders, can buy and sell various digital assets, such as Bitcoin, using Brazilian Real. The platform features crypto wallets and provides comprehensive tools for managing trades, assets, and financial data, enabling users to make informed investment decisions. Additionally, Mercado Bitcoin offers opportunities for high-yield investments through tokens representing alternative non-security assets, allowing individuals to attain fractional ownership of diverse assets.
Job&talent
Series D in 2021
Job&Talent is a leading marketplace for essential work, specializing in matching individuals with companies through its advanced platform. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Madrid, the company utilizes technology to simplify the hiring process, offering services that include messaging, in-application hiring, staffing, and payroll management. This innovative approach leverages big-data matching technology to enhance recruitment efficiency and quality. In 2022, Job&Talent successfully placed over 340,000 workers in more than 2,500 companies, generating €1.9 billion in revenue. Operating in ten countries across Europe, the U.S., and Latin America, Job&Talent is recognized as the highest-valued unicorn in Spain, with a valuation of $2.4 billion and support from prominent investors. The company is committed to expanding its reach and continuing to deliver reliable, flexible work solutions for both job seekers and employers.
TIER Mobility
Series C in 2020
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.
Framen GmbH, established in 2018 and headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, specializes in public screen advertising services. It streams targeted advertisements, news, and stories on screens in various venues such as fitness studios, hotels, and shopping centers. Framen operates an internet-based platform that facilitates the discovery of advertising spaces, screens, and billboards, along with their ratings and reviews. Additionally, it offers browser-based software for tracking screen time and displayed content. The company caters to diverse clients including cultural organizations, artists, associations, and public institutions.
AUTO1 Group
Convertible Note in 2020
AUTO1 Group GmbH is a Berlin-based technology platform that specializes in the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in 2012, the company connects individual customers and professional car dealers through its digital marketplace, facilitating seamless transactions without the need for negotiation. AUTO1 Group sources used vehicles from various channels, including original equipment manufacturers and dealerships, and offers a certified and diverse inventory through its brands, such as AUTO1.com and Autohero.com. Operating in nearly 30 countries across Europe and North America, Auto1 Group serves both the retail market for private customers and the merchant segment for commercial car dealers. Its services include auction fees and logistics, ensuring a streamlined and transparent process in the used car trade.
Splyt Technologies Ltd., established in 2014, operates a global B2B mobility marketplace based in London. The company specializes in providing a single connectivity solution for ground-based transportation, integrating drivers and passengers. Splyt offers tools such as the Splyt widget and API to facilitate this process, enabling seamless mobility inventory access through a single API for demand-side partners without requiring additional supplier registrations or downloads.
Brain Corp
Series D in 2020
Brain Corporation, founded in 2009 and based in San Diego, California, specializes in developing a cloud-based artificial intelligence platform for self-driving robots. Its primary product, BrainOS, is an operating system that integrates with off-the-shelf hardware and sensors, providing robots with advanced computer vision and AI capabilities to navigate complex environments. The company's technology supports various industries, including delivery, healthcare, security, and personal services, by enabling robots to operate autonomously. Additionally, Brain Corporation's solutions aid manufacturers in producing and deploying autonomous machines effectively, positioning the company as a leader in the robotics industry. With offices in Amsterdam and Tokyo, Brain Corporation continues to expand its influence in robotics and automation globally.
Behavox
Venture Round in 2020
Behavox Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in compliance surveillance software for the capital markets sector. Established in 2014, Behavox offers an enterprise platform that consolidates various types of employee-generated data into a unified data lake, enabling real-time querying and analysis. Its primary products include Behavox Compliance, which monitors employee activities and assesses risk, and Behavox Voice, a tool for processing and analyzing voice recordings with multi-lingual capabilities. The company's technology leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance detection algorithms for identifying misconduct, insider threats, and other forms of market abuse. By applying advanced academic research and sophisticated engineering, Behavox aims to provide innovative solutions that improve compliance, corporate culture, and operational competitiveness for large financial institutions. Additionally, the company maintains strategic partnerships to further enhance its offerings.
Goggo Network
Series A in 2019
Goggo Network is a Berlin-based company focused on manufacturing autonomous driverless cars and providing electric, shared mobility solutions through its autonomous mobility networks. The company aims to address contemporary transportation challenges, such as heavy traffic and pollution, by developing legal and engineering frameworks tailored for the European autonomous mobility industry. Goggo Network is committed to leading the driverless revolution, ensuring that all individuals have access to innovative mobility solutions that enhance urban transportation efficiency.
Greensill Capital
Venture Round in 2019
Greensill Capital, founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, is a financial services company that aims to make global finance more equitable for businesses and individuals. With a presence in major cities worldwide, including New York, Frankfurt, and Singapore, Greensill specializes in providing working capital and supply chain finance solutions. The company harnesses financial markets to unlock capital, creating cash advances that are structured into securities offering attractive interest rates. This innovative approach enables Greensill to deliver tailored refinancing options that meet the specific needs of its clients. In 2019 alone, the firm facilitated over $150 billion in financing, serving more than 8 million customers and suppliers across 175 countries.
Energy Vault
Series B in 2019
Energy Vault SA, founded in 2017 and based in Lugano, Switzerland, specializes in energy storage and transmission equipment designed to support renewable power generation. The company has developed an innovative energy storage technology that utilizes principles of physics and kinetic energy, replacing traditional pumped hydro systems with custom-made cylindrical blocks crafted from low-cost materials. This modular system can be tailored to provide capacities ranging from 10 to 35 MWh and power outputs of up to 5 MW, with a projected lifespan exceeding 30 years without degradation of storage capacity. Energy Vault aims to address the intermittency challenges faced by renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, thereby facilitating a more efficient transition to a sustainable energy future. The company's operations extend across the United States and China, with a significant portion of its revenue generated in the U.S.
Greensill Capital
Venture Round in 2019
Greensill Capital, founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, is a financial services company that aims to make global finance more equitable for businesses and individuals. With a presence in major cities worldwide, including New York, Frankfurt, and Singapore, Greensill specializes in providing working capital and supply chain finance solutions. The company harnesses financial markets to unlock capital, creating cash advances that are structured into securities offering attractive interest rates. This innovative approach enables Greensill to deliver tailored refinancing options that meet the specific needs of its clients. In 2019 alone, the firm facilitated over $150 billion in financing, serving more than 8 million customers and suppliers across 175 countries.
Wirecard is a Germany-based company specializing in software solutions for the financial services sector. It provides outsourcing and white label solutions for electronic payment processing, positioning itself as a leading provider in this domain. The company's operations are divided into three main segments: Payment Processing and Risk Management, which delivers electronic payment processing services; Acquiring and Issuing, which encompasses the issuance of credit cards and transaction statements; and Call Center and Communication Services, which focuses on relationship management for corporate clients. Wirecard operates internationally, with a presence in Europe, the United States, and the Asia-Pacific region.
OakNorth Bank
Venture Round in 2019
OakNorth Bank, established in 2015, is a digital-only commercial bank based in London, UK. It specializes in serving small-to-medium sized businesses (SMEs) that are often overlooked by traditional banks. The bank offers a range of financial products, including business and personal savings accounts, fixed term deposits, and property finance solutions. OakNorth's core strength lies in its bespoke debt finance solutions, catering to the growth plans of businesses without requiring equity. It has lent over £10 billion to date, supporting various sectors such as property developers, care homes, and hospitality businesses. The bank's data-led approach enables it to make forward-looking decisions, acting as a reliable, long-term partner to its customers.
Zume
Venture Round in 2018
Zume is a company focused on reducing plastic waste by offering economically viable substitutes for plastic packaging. It manufactures molded fiber packaging products, including meal boxes, beverage cups, and rectangular containers, which serve as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. By partnering with distributors and manufacturers across more than 25 countries, such as Packme Ltd in the UK and Rausch Verpackung GmbH in Germany, Zume aims to support global food brands in transitioning to fully compostable, plant-fiber-based solutions. Through its innovative approach, Zume is committed to addressing the environmental challenges posed by plastic waste.
Modalku is an online marketplace based in Jakarta, Indonesia, designed to connect small businesses seeking loans with lenders looking to fund these loans. By leveraging technology, Modalku offers borrowers access to financing options that may not be available through traditional channels, often at lower interest rates. Lenders participating in the platform can achieve returns that surpass those typically found in bank deposits and traditional investment products. This marketplace lending model has been successfully implemented in various countries, including the USA, UK, China, and Singapore, demonstrating its effectiveness in supporting small business growth.
Swiss Re Group is a leading global provider of reinsurance and insurance-based risk transfer solutions, established in Zurich, Switzerland, in 1863. The company operates through three core divisions: property-casualty reinsurance, life and health reinsurance, and corporate solutions. Serving a diverse clientele that includes insurance companies, large corporations, and public sector entities, Swiss Re offers both standard and customized coverage across various lines of business. The firm's extensive expertise, financial strength, and innovative approach enable it to facilitate risk-taking essential for societal and enterprise advancement. With approximately 80 offices worldwide and a workforce of nearly 15,000 employees, Swiss Re is recognized as the second-largest reinsurer globally by market capitalization. The company maintains strong credit ratings from major agencies, reflecting its solid financial position and commitment to its clients.
AUTO1 Group
Series F in 2018
AUTO1 Group GmbH is a Berlin-based technology platform that specializes in the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in 2012, the company connects individual customers and professional car dealers through its digital marketplace, facilitating seamless transactions without the need for negotiation. AUTO1 Group sources used vehicles from various channels, including original equipment manufacturers and dealerships, and offers a certified and diverse inventory through its brands, such as AUTO1.com and Autohero.com. Operating in nearly 30 countries across Europe and North America, Auto1 Group serves both the retail market for private customers and the merchant segment for commercial car dealers. Its services include auction fees and logistics, ensuring a streamlined and transparent process in the used car trade.
Fanatics Holdings
Series D in 2017
Fanatics, Inc. is a leading global e-commerce company specializing in licensed sports merchandise, including fan gear and jerseys. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, the company operates a multi-channel retail platform that serves professional sports leagues, media brands, and collegiate teams. Fanatics designs, manufactures, and distributes its products across various channels, including online, mobile, and physical stores, catering to the evolving needs of sports fans in a mobile-first, on-demand culture. The company has additional offices in San Mateo, California, and Manchester, United Kingdom, and aims to enhance the shopping experience by providing a wide range of products that meet the real-time expectations of customers.
Nauto, Inc. is an artificial intelligence technology company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in software solutions for autonomous and commercial vehicles. Founded in 2015, Nauto develops an intelligent driver safety system that utilizes an after-market dual-camera device to collect and analyze visual data in real-time, aiming to reduce distracted driving and prevent collisions. This system includes features such as GPS, wireless connectivity, and night vision support, allowing fleet managers to monitor driver performance and vehicle safety effectively. Nauto also offers VERA (Vision Enhanced Risk Assessment), a scoring system that rates the frequency and severity of distracted driving incidents. The company collaborates with strategic partners including Allianz Insurance, Toyota, and BMW, and has expanded its presence with subsidiary locations in Dublin, Ireland, and Tokyo, Japan. Through its innovative technology, Nauto enhances safety and productivity for fleets while contributing to the advancement of self-driving technology.
Brain Corp
Series C in 2017
Brain Corporation, founded in 2009 and based in San Diego, California, specializes in developing a cloud-based artificial intelligence platform for self-driving robots. Its primary product, BrainOS, is an operating system that integrates with off-the-shelf hardware and sensors, providing robots with advanced computer vision and AI capabilities to navigate complex environments. The company's technology supports various industries, including delivery, healthcare, security, and personal services, by enabling robots to operate autonomously. Additionally, Brain Corporation's solutions aid manufacturers in producing and deploying autonomous machines effectively, positioning the company as a leader in the robotics industry. With offices in Amsterdam and Tokyo, Brain Corporation continues to expand its influence in robotics and automation globally.
Improbable
Series B in 2017
Improbable, founded in 2012 by Herman Narula and Rob Whitehead in London, specializes in creating powerful technology for solving complex problems and generating new realities. The company's core product, SpatialOS, is a cloud-based platform that enables game developers to build AI-powered simulated worlds of unprecedented scale and richness. By allowing swarms of servers to cooperate, SpatialOS transcends the limitations of single-server computation, facilitating the creation of persistent, large-scale virtual worlds. Beyond gaming, Improbable aims to apply its technology to other industries, helping to simulate and understand complex systems for positive social and economic impact.
Solaris SE operates as a technology company in the financial services sector, offering an embedded finance platform that enables businesses to integrate digital banking and payment services directly into their products via APIs. With a full German banking license, Solarisbank AG, its subsidiary, provides modular banking services such as digital bank accounts, payment cards, identification and lending services, digital asset custody, and third-party provider integrations. The company has raised over EUR 160 million from prominent investors to drive innovation in the financial industry, making it more accessible and efficient for businesses to offer financial services.
Digital Domain
Post in 2016
Digital Domain, established in 1992, is a global media entertainment company headquartered in Hong Kong. It specializes in visual effects (VFX) production and post-production services, creating digital imagery for films, commercials, TV shows, music videos, and mixed reality projects. The company is renowned for its work on major motion pictures like "Titanic" and "Deadpool". Additionally, Digital Domain offers virtual reality (VR) services, including 360-degree camera technology and VR content creation. It operates in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China, with offices in Los Angeles, London, Vancouver, Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei, Hong Kong, and Hyderabad.
Darktrace
Series C in 2016
Darktrace Limited is a cybersecurity company that specializes in intelligence-led, behavioral cyber defense solutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, the company employs self-learning artificial intelligence modeled on the human immune system to protect over 3,500 organizations from a wide range of cyber threats, including insider threats, industrial espionage, and malware. Darktrace's platform is designed for scalability and can be deployed as software, an appliance, or as a service. Key offerings include the Darktrace Cyber Intelligence Platform, which provides enterprise-wide security, and Darktrace Antigena, an autonomous response solution that neutralizes threats in real time. The company has a global presence with over 1,200 employees and 44 offices, serving clients in government, military, and private sectors. Darktrace also maintains a strategic partnership with Options Technology and generates significant revenue from the USA and Canada, along with operations in the UK, Europe, and other regions.
Soapbox
Seed Round in 2015
Soapbox was conceived as an idea in early 2012, by taking Speakers Corner in Hyde Park, London, as an inspiration. Soon after development began later that year, Soapbox acquired its first investor. Soapbox is an early stage startup in beta.
Yieldify Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in a multi-channel abandonment analytics platform aimed at converting website visitors into customers. Founded in 2013, Yieldify offers an eCommerce solution that enhances the online shopping experience by enabling brands to personalize user interactions across various devices and touch points. The platform provides tools for on-site targeting, including conversion overlays, product recommendations, and email retargeting, alongside comprehensive analytics to understand user behavior based on key abandonment indicators. With a client base of over 500 brands across multiple sectors, including finance, retail, and travel, Yieldify has established itself as a significant player in the marketing technology space, recognized for driving incremental revenue for its clients. The company operates globally with offices in Berlin and New York, employing over 170 people and managing more than 1,000 websites.
Shareablee
Series A in 2014
Shareablee Inc. is a provider of an online platform focused on audience intelligence, competitive benchmarking, and insights for social media. Established in 2012 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in the United Kingdom, Shareablee enables brands to understand their social media performance through a comprehensive data-driven approach. The platform allows users to benchmark their performance against competitors, measure social interactions, and analyze historical data, while also offering psychographic and demographic insights. Shareablee's services encompass a range of areas, including semantic analysis, paid post detection, and creative inspiration, facilitating effective marketing strategies. The company is recognized as a key player in social media analytics, partnering with comScore to measure a wide array of global properties and collect detailed engagement metrics across various social platforms.
Criteo, headquartered in Paris, is a global leader in commerce marketing. It specializes in performance display and retargeting, enabling retailer advertisers to launch real-time, multichannel, and cross-device marketing campaigns. The company's machine-learning technology and data-driven approach deliver measurable returns on investment, allowing clients to dynamically adjust their marketing strategies. Additionally, Criteo offers solutions for ad inventory management and yield optimization. With over 2,800 employees worldwide, Criteo serves clients globally, demonstrating its ingenuity and spirit.
Aldebaran Robotics
Acquisition in 2012
Aldebaran Robotics, established in 2005 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of autonomous humanoid robots. Their product portfolio includes NAO, a 58-cm tall companion robot capable of moving, recognizing, hearing, and speaking to humans; Pepper, a social robot that engages in conversation, recognizes individuals, responds to emotions, and navigates autonomously; and Romeo, a 140-cm humanoid robot designed for research into assistance for the elderly and those with mobility challenges, featuring advanced capabilities such as door opening, stair climbing, and object manipulation. The company's robots are employed in entertainment, reception, assistance, home care, and autism therapy applications.
Consul Risk Management International
Series B in 2011
Consul Risk Management International is a global provider of security event management solutions, specializing in compliance and security audit software. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Delft, the Netherlands, with additional offices in the United States and Germany, the company develops software that assists organizations in managing identity and access initiatives. Its solutions monitor, report, and investigate both malicious and accidental violations of information use, ensuring adherence to external regulations and internal policies. By helping clients track and address non-compliant behaviors, Consul Risk Management International plays a crucial role in enhancing security and compliance across various industries.
Seesmic, headquartered in San Francisco, offers a comprehensive suite of social media management and collaboration tools for businesses and individuals. Their platform, accessible on various platforms including mobile devices, enables users to build and manage their online brands effectively. With over 80 third-party plugins, Seesmic provides extensive customization options. The company was founded by French entrepreneur Loic Le Meur.
SmallRivers
Series A in 2011
SmallRivers develops web services that are facilitating the interconnection of people around shared interests. SmallRivers is a privately held startup incorporated in Switzerland (Lausanne) and located on the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology EPFL campus, Scientific Park.
Buddy Media
Series C in 2010
Buddy Media is a provider of social media marketing applications that enable companies to engage and expand their audiences on social networks. Favored by eight of the world's top ten global advertisers, Buddy Media offers a comprehensive social marketing suite designed to help brands foster meaningful connections with consumers throughout the customer journey. The platform features a scalable and secure architecture, along with data-driven insights that guide brands from initial contact to the point of purchase. Headquartered in New York City, Buddy Media also maintains additional offices in Asia, London, and San Francisco, underscoring its global reach in the social enterprise software market.
Buddy Media
Series B in 2008
Buddy Media is a provider of social media marketing applications that enable companies to engage and expand their audiences on social networks. Favored by eight of the world's top ten global advertisers, Buddy Media offers a comprehensive social marketing suite designed to help brands foster meaningful connections with consumers throughout the customer journey. The platform features a scalable and secure architecture, along with data-driven insights that guide brands from initial contact to the point of purchase. Headquartered in New York City, Buddy Media also maintains additional offices in Asia, London, and San Francisco, underscoring its global reach in the social enterprise software market.
Flutter Entertainment
Venture Round in 2007
Flutter Entertainment is a leading sports betting and iGaming operator formed in 2016 through the merger of the Irish company Paddy Power and the UK firm Betfair. The company encompasses a range of well-known brands, including FanDuel, Sky Betting & Gaming, and Sportsbet, and has a significant presence in the United States, the UK, Ireland, Australia, and Italy. Flutter operates in over 100 countries and serves an average of 12.3 million monthly users. In 2023, its revenue sources were primarily from sports betting (56%), followed by online gaming (39%), with the remaining 5% coming from fantasy sports, horse racing, and other activities. By leveraging its diverse portfolio of brands, Flutter combines local market expertise with the advantages of being a global leader in the gaming industry.
iLumin Software
Venture Round in 2004
Founded in 1996, iLumin is headquartered in Reston, Virginia with offices in New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and London. iLumin provides enterprise message management tools that deliver a comprehensive solution to address the ever-growing challenges of today's corporate message systems. iLumin's flagship product, Assentor Enterprise, delivers archiving, regulatory compliance, corporate supervision, mailbox management, discovery and litigation support solutions for commercial industry and government organizations. iLumin is a leading provider of intelligent content solutions that maximize the business value of corporate messaging systems, provide an immediate ROI by lowering total cost of ownership and effectively manage the risks inherent with these systems. iLumin also has a stable of secure messaging, storage, and electronic signatures products, that can be used in concert with Assentor Enterprise or separately. iLumin is directed by an experienced management team and backed by some of the industry's most solid and respected investment and financial services firms, which include DB Capital Venture Partners, MidOcean Partners, Rock Creek Capital, Softbank and Wachovia Strategic Ventures.
HeyAnita is a voice platform that specializes in enhanced messaging solutions for the global telecommunications industry. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Burbank, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Pune, HeyAnita caters to e-businesses aiming to offer voice access to their products and services. The company’s diverse product portfolio includes mobile applications such as Rapid Messaging Service, Travel App Suite, Weather Info, Entertainment App Suite, Stock Tracker, Package Tracker, and vGreetings. HeyAnita operates through various models, including ASP, premise-based, and OEM opportunities, allowing mobile subscribers to communicate and share information across different networks and devices. Additionally, the HeyAnita FreeSpeech platform provides software developers with tools and services to create and deploy custom voice applications.
HeyAnita is a voice platform that specializes in enhanced messaging solutions for the global telecommunications industry. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Burbank, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Pune, HeyAnita caters to e-businesses aiming to offer voice access to their products and services. The company’s diverse product portfolio includes mobile applications such as Rapid Messaging Service, Travel App Suite, Weather Info, Entertainment App Suite, Stock Tracker, Package Tracker, and vGreetings. HeyAnita operates through various models, including ASP, premise-based, and OEM opportunities, allowing mobile subscribers to communicate and share information across different networks and devices. Additionally, the HeyAnita FreeSpeech platform provides software developers with tools and services to create and deploy custom voice applications.
LRN Corporation specializes in providing ethics and compliance (E&C) knowledge solutions to organizations globally. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Los Angeles, the company offers a range of services including online courses on essential topics such as anti-bribery and trade controls, along with custom training materials accessible via mobile devices. LRN also provides advisory services related to code of conduct development, governance assessments, and risk management. Its solutions incorporate innovative approaches such as gamification, adaptive learning, and augmented reality applications to enhance compliance programs. By focusing on promoting ethical conduct and principled performance, LRN aims to align employee behaviors with corporate values, thereby fostering a sustainable organizational culture. The company operates additional offices in New York, London, Montreal, Paris, Santiago, Mumbai, and Australia.
Sorare is a Paris-based company that operates a global fantasy football game, allowing users to manage soccer teams using digital non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Founded in December 2018, Sorare provides a platform where fans can collect, trade, and utilize virtual player cards, facilitating an engaging gaming experience that merges traditional fantasy sports with blockchain technology. The company aims to make cryptocurrency enjoyable and accessible through its innovative approach to fantasy football. Users can buy, sell, and trade official digital collectibles using real-life cryptocurrencies, contributing to a vibrant marketplace for sports enthusiasts. Sorare has demonstrated significant growth, achieving $1.8 million in card sales by December 2020.