PastBook
Convertible Note in 2017
PastBook is a Dutch company founded in 2011 that operates an online platform enabling users to create photo albums from social‑media posts and other sources. The service automatically selects images based on vibrancy, arranges them chronologically, and allows users to customize layouts for books, calendars, or posters. Users can import photos from Facebook, Instagram, Dropbox, Flickr, and other accounts, share albums with friends, and invite collaborators to contribute. Finished products can be downloaded as PDFs or ordered as printed items. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to highlight memories and streamline the creation process, making it easy for anyone to preserve and share personal moments.
Studytube
Venture Round in 2016
Studytube B.V. is a Netherlands-based company that operates a social and adaptive learning platform designed to personalize educational experiences for individual learners. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Studytube customizes standardized educational content to meet the unique needs of students. Its platform allows universities, publishers, training companies, and businesses to create, deliver, and sell adaptive courses from the cloud. One of its notable offerings is an online Study Coach for law students, which enables users to practice past exams, receive feedback on incorrect answers, and track their progress in real time. The platform automatically generates tailored learning content, such as video lectures or written explanations, based on the areas where students need improvement. With a growing user base, including over 10,000 active law students in the Netherlands, Studytube is also collaborating with various educational institutions and companies to enhance the delivery of high-quality online courses.
PastBook
Seed Round in 2015
PastBook is a Dutch company founded in 2011 that operates an online platform enabling users to create photo albums from social‑media posts and other sources. The service automatically selects images based on vibrancy, arranges them chronologically, and allows users to customize layouts for books, calendars, or posters. Users can import photos from Facebook, Instagram, Dropbox, Flickr, and other accounts, share albums with friends, and invite collaborators to contribute. Finished products can be downloaded as PDFs or ordered as printed items. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to highlight memories and streamline the creation process, making it easy for anyone to preserve and share personal moments.
Hatch, established in 2010 and headquartered in Amsterdam, specializes in marketing technology services. The company connects leading brands with global retailers, facilitating consumer purchases across various touchpoints, both online and in-store. By integrating physical stores and e-commerce platforms, Hatch enables seamless omni-channel experiences, enhances customer journeys, and strengthens retail relationships. With investments in 2015, the company has expanded to multiple international locations, including Amsterdam, Bangkok, Moscow, Kiev, and Taipei.