Refiners I

Refiners I is a venture capital fund managed by The Refiners, an accelerator established in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California. The fund primarily focuses on investing in pre-seed and seed-stage startups across both business-to-consumer and business-to-business sectors. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by international entrepreneurs, The Refiners offers a specialized three-month program that provides funding, networking, and mentorship opportunities within the dynamic environment of Silicon Valley. The goal is to equip startups with the essential tools and expertise needed to expand their vision and scale globally, ensuring they receive comprehensive support tailored to their specific needs.

Carlos Diaz

Co-Founder and General Partner

Pierre Gaubil

Co-Founder and General Partner

Past deals in France

PhantomBuster

Seed Round in 2019
PhantomBuster is a technology company based in France, founded in 2016. It specializes in data scraping and automation on the web, offering a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that enables developers to create web services for any webpage without coding. The company provides lead generation solutions through prebuilt workflows and code-free tools, allowing clients to collect data from various social media applications such as Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and others. These tools help structure and categorize personalized outreach campaigns, making it easier for users to generate leads across different platforms.

Tempow

Series A in 2018
Tempow is a research and design company specializing in Bluetooth technology, headquartered in Paris, France, with additional operations in Seoul, Korea, and Shenzhen, China. The company has developed the Tempow Audio Profile (TAP), an innovative software solution that enhances Bluetooth audio streaming capabilities. This updated protocol allows any Bluetooth chip to simultaneously stream audio to multiple devices, including headphones, earbuds, laptops, tablets, and televisions. Tempow's technology is compatible with a wide range of Bluetooth speakers, regardless of brand or chip. The company has established global partnerships, collaborating with leading semiconductor firms to expand the reach of its Bluetooth solutions, which are now accessible to millions worldwide.

Seald

Seed Round in 2017
Seald is a company specializing in end-to-end encryption solutions, offering a Software Development Kit (SDK) that allows developers to easily integrate high-level data security into their applications with minimal coding and no prior cryptography expertise required. Their encryption technology is certified by the French National Cybersecurity Agency (ANSSI) and is designed to provide granular protection, securing each piece of data individually. Seald's tools automatically incorporate encryption across various formats, including applications, documents, and emails, ensuring that businesses maintain control over their sensitive information. The company hosts its servers in France through a local service provider, emphasizing its commitment to data privacy by guaranteeing that it does not access customer data.

Lalilo

Seed Round in 2017
Lalilo is a Paris-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing web-based application software for K-2 teachers. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to create customized reading exercises tailored to each student's individual needs. It also prepares personalized printable worksheets, enhancing the learning experience. Lalilo aims to revolutionize literacy education by empowering teachers to differentiate instruction and support varied learning paces within the classroom. The application is accessible on multiple devices, including tablets and computers, making it versatile for educational settings. Through its innovative approach, Lalilo seeks to improve reading skills among young learners while facilitating effective teaching strategies.

PhantomBuster

Pre Seed Round in 2017
PhantomBuster is a technology company based in France, founded in 2016. It specializes in data scraping and automation on the web, offering a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that enables developers to create web services for any webpage without coding. The company provides lead generation solutions through prebuilt workflows and code-free tools, allowing clients to collect data from various social media applications such as Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and others. These tools help structure and categorize personalized outreach campaigns, making it easier for users to generate leads across different platforms.

Gabsee

Seed Round in 2017
Gabsee is a mobile application developer specializing in augmented reality experiences. Founded in 2016 and based in the United States, the company allows users to create and customize their own avatars, which can be animated and placed within their real-world environment using a smartphone camera. Gabsee's platform fosters social interaction by enabling users to engage in immersive and interactive games with their friends, enriching the gaming experience through highly customizable 3D avatars. The focus on community and user expression positions Gabsee as a unique player in the augmented reality space.

Tempow

Angel Round in 2016
Tempow is a research and design company specializing in Bluetooth technology, headquartered in Paris, France, with additional operations in Seoul, Korea, and Shenzhen, China. The company has developed the Tempow Audio Profile (TAP), an innovative software solution that enhances Bluetooth audio streaming capabilities. This updated protocol allows any Bluetooth chip to simultaneously stream audio to multiple devices, including headphones, earbuds, laptops, tablets, and televisions. Tempow's technology is compatible with a wide range of Bluetooth speakers, regardless of brand or chip. The company has established global partnerships, collaborating with leading semiconductor firms to expand the reach of its Bluetooth solutions, which are now accessible to millions worldwide.

Kizbat

Seed Round in 2016
Kizbat, founded in 2016 and based in Grenoble, France, specializes in developing remote operating gaming robots. The company offers a pioneering online platform that allows gamers to control real robots in fighting arenas from anywhere in the world through their web browsers. This innovative service targets robot enthusiasts and aims to transform the video game industry by providing an interactive and immersive gaming experience. Utilizing low-latency video streaming technology, Kizbat enables players to engage in real-time robot battles, thereby enhancing the excitement and engagement of online gaming.

cloudscreener.com

Seed Round in 2016
Cloudscreener.com, SARL operates a platform that allows users to analyze and compare cloud infrastructure options, both public and on-premise. Founded in December 2012 and based in Paris, France, the company offers tools to help businesses identify their infrastructure needs and compare various cloud service providers based on criteria such as price, performance, security, stability, and flexibility. Its offerings include a cloud benchmark service that evaluates performance and cost across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments, as well as an online comparison tool and API. The platform also features CS BENCHMARK, which provides users with access to third-party evaluations of cloud infrastructure, enabling detailed analysis of CPU, RAM, and I/O performance. Cloudscreener.com serves a diverse clientele both locally and internationally, focusing on enhancing data sharing, storage, and hosting solutions for businesses.
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