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Babaco Market is a subscription service delivering unique, high-quality fruits and vegetables directly to consumers' homes. These products often don't meet traditional retailers' beauty standards but are perfectly edible, reducing food waste.

Babaco Market is a subscription service delivering unique, high-quality fruits and vegetables directly to consumers' homes. These products often don't meet traditional retailers' beauty standards but are perfectly edible, reducing food waste.

Cosaporto is an online delivery platform that curates goods from upmarket and premium shops, producers and artisans and delivers them to customers' doorsteps. It supports gifting and events with items such as desserts, ice creams, flowers, drinks and gourmet products, and operates in Rome, Milan, Turin, Bologna, Florence and London. The service emphasizes fast delivery, often within hours, to individuals and businesses, and it originated in Rome in 2017.

Ricehouse specializes in the production of sustainable construction materials derived from organic waste generated by the rice industry. Utilizing by-products such as rice straw, husks, and chaff, the company develops a range of natural building materials including insulating panels, thermal insulating plasters, lightweight screeds, base plasters, cladding systems, and prefabricated components. Ricehouse's mission is to innovate in sustainable construction by transforming agricultural residues into functional materials, aiming to construct homes and structures entirely from rice-derived products. This approach not only promotes environmental sustainability but also offers construction companies eco-friendly alternatives in their building projects.

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ACBC is a sustainable footwear company that produces modular shoes with interchangeable soles and uppers. They also manufacture shopping bags and sandals using materials like leather and natural fibers.

Uniwhere is a company that develops a university management platform aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students. Their primary product, known as the University Dashboard, syncs with college data to provide students with an organized overview of their academic life. The platform analyzes students' inboxes to label and prioritize emails, extract deadlines, and unify reminders into a single view. This allows students to efficiently manage both their curricular and extracurricular activities, ensuring they stay on top of important tasks and events.

2hire offers a universal API layer that sits between vehicles and access providers, enabling remote interaction with connected vehicles and data access. It operates a digital mobility platform that connects automotive systems with applications to launch, run and scale digital services. Key features include remote access, real-time tracking, crash alerts, fuel tracking, an interactive dashboard and customized analytics, helping users engage customers, reduce costs and improve car rental operations through up-to-date vehicle information.

GrowishPay Srl is a fintech company based in Milan, Italy, specializing in e-wallet based social payment solutions. It provides various tools for group payments, including online collections, gift lists, and payment management for multiple occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and school activities. The company's primary offerings include Growish, an innovative platform for pooling funds among friends, ListaNozzeOnline.com for wedding gift collection, and ScuolaPay for school-related payments. Additionally, GrowishPay offers B2B2C solutions through APIs, SDKs, and SaaS platforms, enabling seamless integration for retailers and e-commerce businesses. Its services cater to diverse sectors such as travel, banking, and the sharing economy, facilitating group expenses, donations, and fundraising activities. Founded in December 2011 by Claudio Cubito and Domingo S. Lupo, GrowishPay aims to simplify financial transactions within social networks and various community settings.

Founded in 2016, GuestReady specializes in professional vacation rental management services. Headquartered in Trogen, Switzerland, the company offers comprehensive solutions including guest communications, housekeeping, key management, cleaning, laundry, check-in/out management, and price optimization to help property owners maximize their rental income across platforms like Airbnb.

Fitprime is a Rome-based online platform that provides unlimited access to a broad network of sport centers through daily entry or monthly subscription. Launched in February 2016, it operates as a fitness locator and online marketplace that lets users find and reserve sporting facilities, subscribe to monthly access for partner centers, participate in online sessions, and develop personalized nutrition plans. The platform also supports employer wellness initiatives by enabling companies to offer access to fitness services and wellness resources for employees, emphasizing physical, nutritional, and mental well-being. By combining facility access with health-focused services, Fitprime aims to simplify how individuals and organizations integrate regular physical activity into daily routines.

EpiCura is a digital clinic that facilitates the booking of home-based healthcare and social assistance services through an online platform. The company provides a range of services, including physiotherapy, osteopathy, nursing, and home care, available around the clock. EpiCura aims to offer patients a convenient way to access healthcare treatments in the comfort of their homes, all while maintaining affordability.

Hex Trust is a licensed provider of secure custody services for digital assets. It offers solutions including custody, decentralized finance (DeFi), brokerage, and financing through its proprietary platform Hex Safe™. The company serves financial institutions, digital asset organizations, corporates, and private clients, with offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam, and expanding across Europe and the Middle East.

EpiCura is a digital clinic that facilitates the booking of home-based healthcare and social assistance services through an online platform. The company provides a range of services, including physiotherapy, osteopathy, nursing, and home care, available around the clock. EpiCura aims to offer patients a convenient way to access healthcare treatments in the comfort of their homes, all while maintaining affordability.

Founded in 2017, Casavo is an online platform that facilitates buying and selling homes across Europe. It leverages proprietary technology to streamline transactions, providing real estate valuations and integrated services for a seamless experience.

Founded in 2016, GuestReady specializes in professional vacation rental management services. Headquartered in Trogen, Switzerland, the company offers comprehensive solutions including guest communications, housekeeping, key management, cleaning, laundry, check-in/out management, and price optimization to help property owners maximize their rental income across platforms like Airbnb.

Founded in 2014, Marshmallow Games develops educational mobile applications for children. Its apps combine learning with play, covering subjects like mathematics and astronomy, and stimulating creativity through music and art. With over 20 apps used by more than 2 million children worldwide, several have been featured on the App Store and reached top charts in over 150 countries. The company has partnered with notable organizations such as TIM, Clementoni, DNA, and Mukako.

Shampora specializes in personalized hair care products. They offer a range of items including shampoo, conditioner, leave-in treatments, hair color, and active water solutions. Their unique approach involves creating tailor-made products based on individual customers' hair types, scalp conditions, lifestyle needs, and specific hair goals.

MyFoody is the solution that disrupts the relationship between consumers and food retailers turning waste into value. Finally, supermarkets will innovate their relationship with the consumers and make their brands stand out and more sustainable.

Rentuu has been featured for the last 3 years in a row in the UK's Top 100 UK Start-Ups List, and operates a global, fast-growing, cloud-based technology platform and franchise network for the multi-billion pound sterling equipment hire industry. We’re a venture capital backed technology start-up backed by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou (founder of easyJet) and other institutional investors with the exclusive rights to the easyHire brand in a number of countries, including the UK, EU, Switzerland, South Africa, and Dubai to facilitate equipment rental for construction and party equipment.

Edgar Smart Concierge is a digital concierge service designed for vacation rentals, enabling hosts to create customized app experiences for their guests. The platform allows hosts to invite guests to explore and book a variety of internal and external services, supported by an integrated marketplace featuring local experiences. Edgar facilitates ongoing communication between hosts and guests, allowing for interaction even after the stay has concluded. The business operates on a dual model, charging hosts an annual fee based on the number of rooms or apartments they manage, alongside retaining a transaction fee for each booking made through the app. Ultimately, Edgar aims to enhance guest relationship management by streamlining the booking process and improving overall customer engagement.

Uniwhere is a company that develops a university management platform aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students. Their primary product, known as the University Dashboard, syncs with college data to provide students with an organized overview of their academic life. The platform analyzes students' inboxes to label and prioritize emails, extract deadlines, and unify reminders into a single view. This allows students to efficiently manage both their curricular and extracurricular activities, ensuring they stay on top of important tasks and events.

Botsociety enables designers and marketers to preview and prototype conversational interfaces such as voice assistants and chatbots. With over 200 paying customers including prominent global brands, the company has demonstrated significant growth of 30% month-over-month for the past six months.

Fitprime is a Rome-based online platform that provides unlimited access to a broad network of sport centers through daily entry or monthly subscription. Launched in February 2016, it operates as a fitness locator and online marketplace that lets users find and reserve sporting facilities, subscribe to monthly access for partner centers, participate in online sessions, and develop personalized nutrition plans. The platform also supports employer wellness initiatives by enabling companies to offer access to fitness services and wellness resources for employees, emphasizing physical, nutritional, and mental well-being. By combining facility access with health-focused services, Fitprime aims to simplify how individuals and organizations integrate regular physical activity into daily routines.

Founded in 2016, GuestReady specializes in professional vacation rental management services. Headquartered in Trogen, Switzerland, the company offers comprehensive solutions including guest communications, housekeeping, key management, cleaning, laundry, check-in/out management, and price optimization to help property owners maximize their rental income across platforms like Airbnb.

Orangogo is an online booking platform focused on sports, particularly aimed at children. By leveraging digital technologies and artificial intelligence, the company provides a comprehensive service that helps young individuals explore their skills, abilities, and passions through a variety of sports options curated by psychologists. In addition to offering a diverse range of sporting activities, Orangogo also delivers software-as-a-service (SaaS) and marketing solutions to sports clubs, facilitating targeted marketing campaigns for corporate clients. This dual approach not only enhances children's engagement with sports but also supports sports organizations in reaching their audience effectively.

WISSHH Srl is an Italian company established in 2016, located in Rodengo-Saiano. It specializes in the design and manufacturing of travel bags tailored for modern travelers. The company offers a range of products, including travel bags, travel kits, and T-shirts, which are available for purchase online. WISSHH Srl is characterized by its innovative approach, producing travel bags that are practical and highly flexible to meet the diverse needs of its customers.

Wash Out Srl is an innovative company based in Italy that offers waterless car and motorcycle washing services directly at the location where vehicles are parked. The company provides a range of cleaning services, including washing, vacuuming, and sanitization of bodywork, windows, rims, interiors, and seats, catering to both individual and business clients. Utilizing ecological products that do not require water and generate no waste, Wash Out emphasizes environmentally friendly practices while delivering convenient and efficient vehicle care solutions.

CleanBnB is a leading Italian operator in short-term rental management. It offers scalable, sustainable solutions with a strong focus on brand recognizability and professional team capabilities. Services include booking management, guest welcoming, cleaning, property management, and bureaucratic support.

Stegimondo GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, operates as an innovative online platform for the roofing industry. It enables users to upload construction plans or roofing photos to receive instant fixed-price offers for roofing services. By leveraging advanced algorithms, the company aims to streamline the process of connecting homeowners with reliable roofing professionals, defining itself as the world's first online roofer. Stegimondo's approach simplifies obtaining cost estimates, making it easier for customers to plan and budget their roofing projects.

Satispay S.p.A. is a mobile payment application founded in 2013 and headquartered in Milan, Italy. The company aims to transform the payment landscape in Europe by offering a platform that enables users to make payments in stores, online, and between friends without relying on traditional debit or credit cards. Launched in 2015, Satispay provides a user-friendly and secure app that simplifies the payment process for consumers. For businesses, the service is both easy to implement and cost-effective, allowing merchants to accept payments quickly through their smartphones, tablets, or computers. By focusing on convenience and security, Satispay is changing the way people interact with money in daily transactions.

Mamma M’Ama is a Milan-based producer of fresh, organic baby food, dedicated to providing infants with essential nutrients through its certified and natural products. The company focuses on delivering balanced and complete meals made from controlled ingredients, ensuring high quality for young consumers. Mamma M’Ama aims to enhance its e-commerce platform and improve logistics and operational processes while expanding its presence in Italy. Additionally, the company plans to introduce new products and establish commercial partnerships with organic food chains, pharmacies, hotels, and themed parks. Increased marketing and communication efforts are also part of its strategy to reach a broader audience.

GoBee.Bike is a prominent dock-less bike sharing company operating primarily outside mainland China, with a presence in Hong Kong, France, Italy, and Belgium. The company aims to address last-mile transportation challenges by providing easy access to bicycles that can be unlocked with a mobile app. Users can conveniently pick up a bike, ride to their destination, and drop it off at various locations. GoBee.Bike promotes healthier living and environmental sustainability by encouraging cycling as a practical alternative to cars, thereby reducing urban congestion and the carbon footprint. By integrating fitness and leisure into daily commutes, GoBee.Bike seeks to make cycling an enjoyable and accessible mode of transportation for urban residents.

Founded in 2015, Homepal operates an online real estate platform based in Italy. It connects property owners and buyers directly, facilitating visits, negotiations, and digital contracts at low costs with no commission for sellers or buyers.

Artemest s.r.l. is an online marketplace based in Milan, Italy, specializing in handmade luxury products crafted by Italian artisans. Founded in 2015, the platform offers a diverse collection of items, including home décor, fine art, and jewelry. Customers can explore a wide range of products such as furniture, lighting, textiles, and decorative art, alongside lifestyle items like bicycles, candles, and leather goods. Artemest distinguishes itself by providing a unique shopping experience that includes curated editorial content and videos that showcase the artisans and their craft. By connecting connoisseurs with exceptional craftsmanship, Artemest promotes the rich tradition of Italian artistry and allows customers worldwide to acquire one-of-a-kind pieces while gaining insight into the creative processes behind them.

Talkpush, established in 2013 and headquartered in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, specializes in developing and operating a web-based recruitment platform that combines voice and chat functionalities for efficient talent screening. The company's core product is Stanley, a recruitment chatbot compatible with Facebook and WeChat, which conducts interviews and facilitates candidate evaluation through an application management tool. This enables recruiters to streamline their hiring processes, making conversations easier to initiate and expediting the hiring of suitable candidates.

DayBreakHotels is a platform specializing in day-use hotel bookings. It offers discounted rates (up to 50%) for rooms available from 9am to 9pm, along with access to services like meeting rooms, spas, and restaurants in three to five-star hotels. This service caters to leisure and business travelers seeking comfortable day-trip accommodations, while also providing new revenue streams for affiliated hotels.

DynamiTick srl, founded in 2015 and based in Milan, Italy, specializes in dynamic ticket pricing solutions tailored for various sectors, including the sports industry, cinemas, theaters, live events, and amusement parks. The company provides users with comprehensive pricing strategies, ad hoc solutions, and optimization services, analyzing customer data to determine the most effective pricing approach for each scenario. Additionally, DynamiTick's services extend to the tourism industry, encompassing scheduled flights and hotel bookings, thereby offering a versatile range of solutions to meet market demand.

Prodibi is a professional image platform based in Geneva, Switzerland, that addresses various challenges associated with online image display, enhancing brand ROI and user engagement. Established in 2011, the platform offers a subscription-based service that simplifies the process of sharing high-quality images on web and mobile. By automatically uploading, encoding, and delivering images, Prodibi allows photographers, artists, and web publishers to showcase their work without sacrificing speed or quality. The solution effectively resolves issues such as color management, pixel density, and responsiveness, which can be time-consuming and costly for graphic designers. Prodibi’s capabilities enable users to replace images seamlessly without the need for website redesigns or new photo shoots, delivering an exceptional visual experience that aligns with the prestige of their brands.

Fitprime is a Rome-based online platform that provides unlimited access to a broad network of sport centers through daily entry or monthly subscription. Launched in February 2016, it operates as a fitness locator and online marketplace that lets users find and reserve sporting facilities, subscribe to monthly access for partner centers, participate in online sessions, and develop personalized nutrition plans. The platform also supports employer wellness initiatives by enabling companies to offer access to fitness services and wellness resources for employees, emphasizing physical, nutritional, and mental well-being. By combining facility access with health-focused services, Fitprime aims to simplify how individuals and organizations integrate regular physical activity into daily routines.

Pneusmart is a pan-european tyre retailer. It has offices in the Netherlands, Germany and Italy and is growing fast in all markets. Pneusmart provides an innovative solution to source tyres for both cars, vans and motorcycles. It provides a full service experience to consumers, delivering tyres to stations in its vast fitting network to ensure a smooth customer experience. The company is expanding fast into a complete car service solution.

Properly, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2014. It offers a platform and mobile application designed to streamline operations related to vacation rental properties, including housekeeping and property maintenance. Properly serves a diverse clientele, including property owners, property managers, and service providers. The company's visual checklist tool facilitates effective communication between property owners and cleaning professionals, ensuring that turnover instructions are easily shared and understood. Properly aims to standardize the cleaning process for hosts and property managers while enhancing the recognition of professional cleaners for their quality work.

2hire offers a universal API layer that sits between vehicles and access providers, enabling remote interaction with connected vehicles and data access. It operates a digital mobility platform that connects automotive systems with applications to launch, run and scale digital services. Key features include remote access, real-time tracking, crash alerts, fuel tracking, an interactive dashboard and customized analytics, helping users engage customers, reduce costs and improve car rental operations through up-to-date vehicle information.

MiMoto Smart Mobility is a start-up that offers an electric scooter sharing service in Italy. The company provides a platform that allows citizens and tourists to locate, book, and ride electric scooters through a mobile application. This service promotes eco-sustainable urban mobility by reducing fixed transportation costs, minimizing air pollution, and decreasing time spent in traffic. MiMoto aims to enhance the accessibility of green transportation options for users, contributing to smarter and more environmentally friendly urban commuting solutions.

PrestaCap is an online financing platform based in Harrow, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing business loans to small and medium enterprises across Europe. As a marketplace lender, PrestaCap connects small businesses with retail and institutional investors, facilitating direct access to capital in a streamlined manner. This innovative approach allows investors to lend to businesses in different European countries, promoting diversification in investment portfolios. Unlike traditional banks, PrestaCap offers a simpler lending solution that reduces fees and improves terms for both borrowers and lenders. As the first truly pan-European marketplace lender for small businesses, PrestaCap plays a significant role in enhancing access to financing for SMEs in the region.

GoodBuyAuto is a pioneering startup that has established the first mobile marketplace for the sale of used private cars in Italy and Continental Europe. The company offers an online platform that connects buyers and sellers of used cars, allowing them to engage in transactions conveniently and efficiently. By focusing on the convenience of online interactions, the assurance of collateral, and competitive pricing, GoodBuyAuto aims to enhance the experience for motorists. Through its innovative approach, the company enables users to access a wider selection of vehicles and make informed decisions in the used car market.

PetMe is a pet research and community platform designed to connect pet owners with reliable sitters, akin to an Airbnb for pets. The company offers a user-friendly platform that facilitates the daily management of pet care by pairing pet owners with experienced sitters who can accommodate pets in their homes or visit the owner's residence. This service provides pet owners with peace of mind while they are away, as they can select from various suitable services that include complimentary veterinary coverage for emergencies. PetMe aims to create a supportive environment for both pet owners and sitters, ensuring the well-being of pets during their owners' absence.

Blubrake specializes in developing advanced mechatronic systems for braking and sensing applications on bicycles, with a focus on e-bikes. Their flagship product is an integrated Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) that enhances safety across various cycling environments.

Airlite is a company based in Bozen, Italy, specializing in the production of innovative air purifying paints. These high-performance, natural paints are designed for both indoor and outdoor environments, effectively addressing air quality issues at a reasonable cost. The paints utilize a unique inorganic, water-based formulation that harnesses light energy to initiate a catalytic reaction, which neutralizes air pollutants, eliminates harmful bacteria, and reduces odors. Additionally, Airlite's paints help prevent dirt accumulation on surfaces and contribute to energy efficiency in various settings, including homes, offices, schools, hospitals, and public buildings. By providing a solution that improves air quality, Airlite aims to enhance the living and working environments of its customers while promoting health and well-being.

Founded in 2014, Marshmallow Games develops educational mobile applications for children. Its apps combine learning with play, covering subjects like mathematics and astronomy, and stimulating creativity through music and art. With over 20 apps used by more than 2 million children worldwide, several have been featured on the App Store and reached top charts in over 150 countries. The company has partnered with notable organizations such as TIM, Clementoni, DNA, and Mukako.

PrenotaUnCampo is an Italian company that operates an online platform and mobile application dedicated to the booking of sports fields. The platform facilitates the reservation of various types of sports facilities, including football, soccer, tennis, padel, beach volleyball, and beach tennis. By connecting users with available fields in their vicinity, PrenotaUnCampo enables sports professionals, players, and enthusiasts to access these facilities conveniently and at competitive prices. The company's services cater to a diverse audience looking to engage in recreational activities and practice their sports skills.

Artomatix Limited is a Dublin-based company specializing in artificial intelligence software for 3D content development. Founded in 2014, Artomatix creates innovative tools for various industries, including gaming, automotive design, interior decor, textiles, and fashion. The company's flagship offering, Artomatix cloud, provides an AI toolkit that simplifies the creation of realistic 3D environments by automating labor-intensive tasks associated with texture generation and manipulation. Key modules of its ArtEngine include Material Processing, which automates scan cleanup; Material Generation, enabling the conversion of photographs into PBR materials; Material Remaster, which enhances and fixes existing textures; and Material Transfer, allowing users to consolidate materials from different sources. By leveraging its technology, Artomatix empowers both professionals and enthusiasts to focus on creative aspects of their work, enhancing productivity in 3D content creation. As of March 2020, Artomatix operates as a subsidiary of Unity Technologies, Inc.

Everli is an online grocery shopping marketplace offering access to over 300,000 products across Italy, France, Poland, and the Czech Republic. It provides same-day delivery services, allowing customers to shop from various retailers without waiting in lines or carrying heavy items.

Founded in Milan, Italy in 2013, MySecretCase operates an online marketplace specializing in women's sex toys and accessories. Its product range includes vibrators, dildos, lingerie, bondage items, vaginal balls, condoms, and lubricants.

CharityStars is an innovative online fundraising platform that facilitates charity auctions, allowing celebrities, brands, and private collectors to donate unique experiences and rare items. The platform has attracted participation from notable individuals such as Novak Djokovic, James Blunt, and Eva Longoria, as well as prestigious brands like Ferrari and Armani. By connecting these contributors with non-profit organizations, CharityStars has successfully raised over $20 million for more than 500 global charities. The platform enables users to auction their memorabilia and works of art, directing proceeds towards various social causes, thus enhancing the impact of charitable giving.

e-Novia is a Milan-based enterprise builder and technology investor focused on mobility, robotics and related fields. Known as the Enterprises Factory, it turns ideas into products and guides researchers to become entrepreneurs, shaping startups into solid businesses. It promotes and grows companies by leveraging intellectual property developed in collaboration with research institutes and international corporates, and operates a platform that combines talent development, project incubation and portfolio companies. The company concentrates its activity in automotive, motorsport, vehicle fleets, transport, marine and urban mobility sectors, aiming to translate innovations into scalable products and businesses.

Treedom is the first platform that allows consumers and corporations to celebrate and contribute to environmental commitment, planting trees and following their impact online. It’s a smart, simple way to make a big difference, supporting the environment and local communities around the world. The goal is to become the leading tree planter globally. With over 3.3 million trees planted in 42 agroforestry projects to date, Treedom initiates positive impacts in Cameroon, Colombia, Ecuador, Ghana, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Italia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Nepal Tanzania and Thailandia. Treedom is a certified B Corp based in Florence (Tuscany) , Munich (Germany), London (UK), Paris (France) and Amsterdam (Netherlands) relies on the enthusiasm and experience of a team of over 100 people.