Bpifrance

Bpifrance is a financial institution dedicated to supporting companies throughout their development stages, particularly those preparing for stock market listing and seeking credit equity. The organization provides a range of financial solutions, including financing, innovation assistance, and capital investment. By integrating various entities such as OSEO and CDC Entreprises, Bpifrance aims to deliver tailored financial support that addresses the specific needs of businesses. The institution is committed to fostering innovation and helping companies transition toward sustainable growth, ensuring they are well-equipped to face future challenges.

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

Director of Transverse Venture Capital Investments Division

Benoit Barteau Ph.D

Investment Director

Nicolas Berdou

Investment Director, Defense Expert

Clarisse Blandin

Investment Director

Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier

Investment Director

Edouard Combette

Investment Director

Charlotte Corbaz

Deputy Director of the Large Venture Fund and Deputy Managing Director

Nicolas Dardenne

Senior Investment Director, Normandy (Caen Rouen)

Arnaud Despoisse

Director of Occitanie Participations

Philippe Dutheil

Investment Director

Mailys Ferrere

Director of Large Venture Investments

Paul-Francois Fournier

Executive Director, Innovation Department

Pierre Gillet

Investment Director

Vanessa Giraud

Director of Environmental Impact Funds

Gwenael Hamon

Investment Director

Laurent Higueret Ph.D

Senior Investment Director

Louis Janneau

Investment Director and Fund Manager

Magali Joessel

Director of Funds

So-Yeon Koo

Senior Investment Manager

Jérôme Langlade

Investment Director Aquitaine / Limousin / Poitou-Charentes

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Stephane Lefevre-Sauli

Senior Investment Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Chahra Louafi

Senior Investment Director

Serge Mesguich

Director of FIT

Laure Michel

Investment Director

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Jean-Francois Morin

Investment Director

Sébastien Moynot

Director

Adrien Muller

Investment Director

Adrien Néel

Investment Director

Axel Piriou

Director of Investments

Olivier Rameil

Senior Investment Director / VC seed

Vincent Roque

Director

Thibaut Roulon Ph.D

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Director

Jean-Marie Fougeray

Senior Investment Director, Brittany

Past deals in Paris

GenSight Biologics

Post in 2025
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on the discovery and development of gene therapies for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative disorders of the central nervous system. Founded in 2012, the company utilizes innovative technologies, including mitochondrial targeting sequences and optogenetics, to develop treatments that aim to preserve or restore vision in patients with severe vision impairments. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy that is currently undergoing Phase III clinical trials for Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is in Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy associated with dry age-related macular degeneration. GenSight Biologics is also advancing other product candidates in preclinical development targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative conditions.

Histovery

Venture Round in 2025
Histovery SAS, founded in 2006 and based in Paris, France, specializes in designing and developing innovative software solutions for cultural sites and museums. The company is known for its flagship product, HistoPad, a digital tablet that facilitates interactive and personalized visits, allowing users to engage more deeply with their surroundings. Histovery's technology enhances visitor experiences by providing augmented reality solutions and interactive 3D experiences, as exemplified by its application in the Château de Falaise, where users can explore fully reconstructed rooms. By integrating scientific reconstructions into cultural visits, Histovery aims to help the public rediscover and appreciate cultural heritage more effectively.

Swan

Series B in 2025
Swan is a Paris-based fintech company founded in 2019 that specializes in embedded finance through its Banking-as-a-Service platform. It enables businesses to create and manage bank accounts, issue cards, and generate IBANs seamlessly using straightforward APIs. Serving more than 60 clients across ten European countries, Swan handles over 200 million euros in transactions monthly. The company is staffed by over 100 employees, led by experts in the fintech sector. As a licensed financial institution regulated by the ACPR, Swan operates as a principal member of Mastercard, positioning itself as a key player in the European financial technology landscape.

Upfund

Seed Round in 2024
Upfund, established in 2022 and headquartered in Paris, France, is a real estate technology company specializing in commercial property data. It offers a digital platform that aggregates and qualifies data to streamline market analysis, providing insights on transactions, foot traffic, and tenants. This enables clients, such as brokers, investors, and lenders, to generate reports, identify suitable locations, and stay informed about market trends.

Beyond Aero

Series A in 2024
Beyond Aero is a pioneering company focused on developing the first electric business aircraft powered by hydrogen propulsion. Founded in December 2020, the firm is redesigning the architecture of a CS23 aircraft to utilize hydrogen-electric propulsion, emphasizing fuel cell technology, hydrogen tank integration, and advanced cooling systems. Based in Toulouse, Paris, and Los Angeles, Beyond Aero has assembled a team of over 50 engineers, with plans to expand its workforce further. The company has successfully raised more than $44 million in funding and has secured $914 million in Letters of Intent for 108 aircraft. Notably, it achieved a significant milestone by completing France's first manned, fully hydrogen-electric flight. Beyond Aero is also actively involved in initiatives aimed at promoting zero-emission aviation, including being a member of the World Economic Forum's First Movers Coalition and the Alliance for Zero Emission Aviation, reflecting its commitment to creating energy-efficient aircraft that minimize environmental impact.

OSS Ventures

Series B in 2024
OSS Ventures is a startup studio established in 2018 by Renan Devillières, dedicated to fostering innovation within the French industry through technological, environmental, social, and societal transitions. Since its inception, OSS Ventures has launched 15 startups primarily in France and internationally, while also investing in an additional four startups. The company focuses on sectors such as manufacturing and technology, with an emphasis on coding, the sharing economy, open-source solutions, smart sensors, big data, robotics, additive manufacturing, and blockchain. Through its initiatives, OSS Ventures aims to drive significant advancements and improvements in various industries.

C12 Quantum Electronics

Venture Round in 2024
C12 Quantum Electronics is a company based in Paris, Ile-de-France, France, founded in 2019 by Pierre and Matthieu Desjardins. The company focuses on developing reliable quantum processors utilizing carbon nanotubes, which significantly reduce error rates. This technology positions C12 Quantum Electronics as a strong candidate for noisy intermediate-scale quantum applications. In addition to building quantum computers, the company also engages in developing and accelerating experiments related to information processing systems, allowing industrial clients to leverage intermediate-scale quantum applications for enhanced computing capabilities.

Metyos

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Metyos is a Paris-based company specializing in wearable biosensor technology that monitors the effects of daily activities on nutrition and metabolism. By analyzing users' day-to-day data, including fat levels and energy metabolism dynamics, Metyos provides personalized fitness and nutrition routines. The company's aim is to help individuals understand how their bodies respond to their actions, thereby empowering them to achieve their weight goals and regain control over their health.

Sequans Communications

Grant in 2024
Sequans Communications S.A. is a designer and supplier of cellular semiconductor solutions, specializing in 4G and 5G chips and modules tailored for massive, broadband, and critical Internet of Things (IoT) markets. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes its Monarch LTE-M/NB-IoT and Calliope Cat 1 chip platforms for 5G/4G massive IoT applications, known for their low power consumption and integrated functionalities. For broadband and critical IoT applications, Sequans provides the Cassiopeia Cat 4/Cat 6 4G and high-end Taurus 5G chip platforms, which are optimized for various sectors including residential, enterprise, and industrial uses. The company serves a global market with additional offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and China.

Scalinx

Series B in 2024
Scalinx is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in the design and supply of Signal Conversion ASICs and ASSPs for various markets, including Test & Measurement, MilAero, and Communications. With its headquarters in Paris, the company operates design facilities in Caen and Grenoble, where it develops innovative semiconductor technologies aimed at wideband and low-power signal conversion applications. Scalinx's components are industrialized in Caen, where a team of 20 employees manages the process before production is outsourced to a network of subcontractors. The company's solutions are designed to help clients reduce costs and accelerate the development time for signal conversion technologies across diverse applications such as wired and wireless communications, test and measurement equipment, and radar systems.

EYEGAUGE

Grant in 2023
EyeGauge is a Paris-based deep tech startup focused on the maritime industry. It aims to accelerate decarbonization by automating data collection from ships' systems, replacing manual methods used on 85% of the global fleet. EyeGauge's innovative solution captures consistent, comprehensive data contactlessly and cost-effectively, creating a digital model of vessel equipment for analysis and optimization of operations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This enables clients to enhance efficiency, comply with regulations, and gain actionable insights across various services like fuel consumption monitoring, emission reduction tracking, and fleet performance assessment.

Eligo Bioscience

Series B in 2023
Eligo Bioscience S.A.S is a biotechnology company founded in 2014 and based in Paris, France, specializing in the development of Eligobiotics, a novel class of antimicrobials. These therapeutics are designed to target specific bacteria based on their genomic information, utilizing a combination of CRISPR/Cas technology and engineered phage capsids. This advanced approach allows Eligo to create precision antibiotics aimed at eradicating resistant pathogens and virulent bacteria within the human microbiome. The applications of Eligobiotics extend beyond pharmaceuticals; they also encompass areas such as cosmetics and biodefense, addressing a variety of bacteria-associated diseases and offering next-generation solutions to combat superbugs.

Adionics

Series B in 2023
Adionics is a technology company based in Paris, France, specializing in desalination and saline water valorization. Founded in 2012, the company develops innovative solutions to selectively remove salts from brine, seawater, and other salty waters. Its flagship technology, AquaOmnes, effectively separates salt from water, while Flionex is a selective extractant composition designed for the extraction of lithium salts. Adionics focuses on providing its services to various sectors, including municipal water, power, oil and gas, and chemicals. The company is also engaged in research and development to enhance its processes, particularly in the area of lithium recycling from batteries, aiming to deliver efficient, economical solutions with minimal environmental impact.

GenSight Biologics

Post in 2023
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on the discovery and development of gene therapies for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative disorders of the central nervous system. Founded in 2012, the company utilizes innovative technologies, including mitochondrial targeting sequences and optogenetics, to develop treatments that aim to preserve or restore vision in patients with severe vision impairments. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy that is currently undergoing Phase III clinical trials for Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is in Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy associated with dry age-related macular degeneration. GenSight Biologics is also advancing other product candidates in preclinical development targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative conditions.

Albert

Venture Round in 2023
Albert is a software company that provides a SaaS platform. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Paris, France.

Umiami

Series A in 2023
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, specializing in plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company develops innovative plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins to create alternatives that closely mimic the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. Through its technological advancements, Umiami seeks to provide consumers with sustainable and appealing food options that align with growing dietary preferences towards plant-based diets.

Circul'Egg

Grant in 2023
Circul'Egg is a Paris-based company that specializes in recycling eggshells to create two primary products: calcium carbonate powder and shell membrane powder. By transforming waste from the egg industry, Circul'Egg contributes to the circular economy, promoting sustainable practices in various sectors. Its products cater to the animal feed market, including pet food and feed for farm animals, as well as the nutraceutical and cosmetic industries. The company focuses on providing natural, biobased, and eco-designed solutions that are rich in minerals and beneficial biomolecules, addressing the needs of manufacturers seeking sustainable and nutritious ingredients.

Remixt

Grant in 2023
Remixt is a leading Diversity, Equity and Inclusion tech platform dedicated to preventing key HR risks caused by harassment and discrimination. The company is headquartered in Paris, France, with employees in Paris, San Francisco, Toulouse and Annecy. Remixt’s clients include global corporations Heineken, Société Générale, Accenture, Groupe BPCE-Natixis and Hexagon. For more information: http://www.remixt.co

Resolve Stroke

Seed Round in 2023
Resolve Stroke, headquartered in Paris, is a HealthTech company dedicated to revolutionizing medical imaging. It specializes in enhancing ultrasound technology to extract more detailed information, enabling advanced diagnostics, particularly in neurology. The company's innovative software engines improve ultrasound contrast, resolution, and penetration depth, allowing for the visualization of micro-vessels through the human skull in 3D. With a global focus, Resolve Stroke aims to accelerate treatments for over 1 billion people affected by brain diseases. To date, it has secured €3 million in pre-seed funding to pioneer software-based ultrasound innovation.

Swan

Series B in 2023
Swan is a Paris-based fintech company founded in 2019 that specializes in embedded finance through its Banking-as-a-Service platform. It enables businesses to create and manage bank accounts, issue cards, and generate IBANs seamlessly using straightforward APIs. Serving more than 60 clients across ten European countries, Swan handles over 200 million euros in transactions monthly. The company is staffed by over 100 employees, led by experts in the fintech sector. As a licensed financial institution regulated by the ACPR, Swan operates as a principal member of Mastercard, positioning itself as a key player in the European financial technology landscape.

Matera

Series B in 2023
Matera, incorporated in 2017 and based in Paris, France, operates an online condominium management platform designed to simplify the lives of co-owners in residential properties. The platform facilitates the management of buildings by automating administrative and accounting tasks, generating necessary documents and bills based on the specific co-ownership agreements. By securely providing access to these resources online, Matera enables co-owners to independently manage their buildings without relying on traditional property management services. The company also offers legal and accounting support, further enhancing the self-management capabilities of its users.

Santexpat.fr

Series A in 2023
Santexpat is a health insurance platform designed for French expatriates, offering services in over 200 countries. Founded in 2020 and based in Paris, the company enables users to compare more than 100 health insurance solutions and subscribe directly to policies online, ensuring transparency in pricing by displaying public rates without hidden costs. Additionally, Santexpat provides access to teleconsultations with French-speaking doctors available 24/7, facilitating immediate healthcare support for expatriates.

Pricemoov

Series A in 2023
Pricemoov is a Paris-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in advanced price management and optimization solutions. Its online platform leverages data science and automation to analyze sales history and current bookings, providing insights into customer demand. By integrating seamlessly with existing information systems, Pricemoov collects and analyzes business data to forecast demand and determine optimal pricing strategies. The platform caters to both B2B and B2C businesses, helping them enhance their digital commerce operations and maximize revenue potential through intelligent pricing. With a focus on user experience, Pricemoov empowers sales teams to adapt to market dynamics effectively.

Pili

Series A in 2023
PILI Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, that specializes in the research and manufacturing of bio-fabricated colors using microorganisms. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on developing enzymes and fermentation biotechnologies that transform sugar into renewable and durable dyes and pigments. By offering a sustainable alternative to traditional toxic and non-recyclable inks, PILI aims to replace petrochemical and vegetable-based colorants with organic dyes produced at an industrial scale. The company's innovative approach not only promotes sustainable development but also enables businesses to reduce costs while utilizing environmentally friendly materials.

Ganymed Robotics

Debt Financing in 2023
Ganymed Robotics SAS, established in 2018 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in the development of advanced robotics technologies tailored for orthopedic surgeons. The company's primary focus is on creating a therapeutic device designed to enhance surgical precision during knee replacement procedures. This innovative technology aims to improve patient outcomes, surgeon experience, and overall efficiency of care delivery by leveraging robotic assistance to reduce operating time.

Hummink

Seed Round in 2022
Hummink is a company specializing in additive manufacturing technology, focusing on nano-printing solutions that enable precise design and manufacturing at the nanoscale. Founded in 2020 in Paris by Amin M'barki, Pascal Boncenne, Lydéric Bocquet, Alessandro Siria, and Antoine Nigues, Hummink utilizes a patented technology that integrates a nanometric pen with an oscillating microresonator. This innovative approach allows for the capillary deposition of various liquids, equipping clients in the semiconductor and molecular diagnostic industries with the capability to create large objects while maintaining exceptional resolution and precision on substrates ranging from millimetric to centimetric scales.

Jeudimerci

Series A in 2022
JeudiMerci is a marketing platform based in Paris, France, that specializes in facilitating the sending of physical items to enhance customer engagement. Founded in 2019, the company offers a Direct Mail service that automates the sending of gifts at critical moments in the customer journey, thereby creating meaningful connections with prospects and clients. Its platform supports both online and offline marketing initiatives, enabling businesses to efficiently deliver rewards and e-gifts. By centralizing gifting outreach, JeudiMerci enhances brand experience and fosters business development, allowing companies to seize opportunities for engagement with customers and employees alike.

Supercosi

Seed Round in 2022
Supercosi is a mobile game start-up founded in 2021 by Charlotte Lavergne and Jean-Baptiste Fleury, based in Paris. The company specializes in developing casual games designed for a wide audience, prioritizing accessibility and enjoyment. Supercosi blends creativity, data, and technology to create immersive gaming experiences that not only allow players to relax but also incorporate competitive and collaborative elements. This approach enhances long-term engagement, making the games appealing for both casual players and those seeking more challenging interactions.

Outsight

Series B in 2022
Outsight SA is a technology company based in Paris, France, established in 2019. It specializes in developing innovative 3D Semantic Camera technology that integrates spatial intelligence solutions to perceive and understand environments in three dimensions. This technology utilizes 3D LiDAR data to track and digitize the motion of people and vehicles in various settings, including transportation hubs such as airports and train stations, as well as sports venues and industrial sites. Outsight's products provide clients with accurate and anonymous spatial intelligence data, enabling them to enhance operational efficiency, improve visitor experiences, and bolster safety and security measures in their environments.

Homa Games

Series B in 2022
Homa Games is a gaming technology platform based in Paris, France, that focuses on creating and publishing mobile games, particularly in the hyper-casual and idle genres. The company collaborates with over 200 carefully selected studios globally to develop games, having published more than 30 titles, including NERF Epic Pranks!, Sky Roller, and Idle World. Homa Games provides game creators with data-driven tools and human expertise, enabling them to transform their creative concepts into commercially successful games. The company also specializes in user acquisition, monetization, and offers automation and optimization services for app production and publishing, aimed at enhancing the gaming experience and supporting mobile game developers in growing their applications from inception.

Devialet

Venture Round in 2022
Devialet is an audio technology company based in Paris, Ile-de-France, founded in 2007. It specializes in acoustic engineering and offers a range of audio equipment, including advanced sound amplification solutions that integrate both digital and analog technologies. The company aims to make its innovative audio technology universally accessible, enhancing the listening experience for users. Among its notable products is the Gemini, a pair of wireless earbuds designed to deliver high-quality sound. Devialet is also recognized for its robotized production line, which contributes to the efficient manufacturing of its audio devices.

Pytheas Capital

Venture Round in 2022
Pytheas Capital Advisors is a financial advisory firm established in 2014 and located in Paris, France. The company specializes in providing alternative funding solutions to suppliers, buyers, and institutional investors, leveraging real economic assets such as trade receivables. Pytheas offers a range of services, including supplier payment solutions, payment factory services, reverse factoring, and supply chain financing. Through its platform, the firm enables principals and suppliers to monitor billing statuses and manage invoice assignments without recourse, facilitating improved cash flow and operational efficiency.

DeepLife

Series A in 2022
DeepLife is a biotech company founded in 2019 and based in Paris, France. The company specializes in developing digital twins of cells to enhance drug discovery processes. By utilizing deep learning techniques on multi-omics data, DeepLife models cellular behavior and simulates responses to various genetic screenings, such as siRNA and CRISPR-Cas9. This innovative approach aims to identify new targets, biomarkers, and potential drug candidates, while also addressing drug resistance and sensitivity. DeepLife operates in a collaborative manner, working alongside academic institutions to ensure a smooth transition from laboratory discoveries to patient applications. The company focuses on leveraging state-of-the-art technologies in systems biology and machine learning to identify molecular triggers that restore cells to their healthy states, thereby accelerating the target identification processes for biotech and pharmaceutical firms.

Siteflow

Series A in 2022
Siteflow is a Paris-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing cloud-based service management software tailored to the complexities of regulated industries such as nuclear, manufacturing, special works, and oil and gas. Its primary product, Siteflow Builder, facilitates the organization and execution of operations, enabling real-time project tracking and performance assessment. The software aims to enhance daily operations and collaboration among teams while standardizing workflows in environments where traditional tools have remained largely unchanged. Siteflow addresses the challenges of digital transformation by creating user-friendly interfaces and functionalities that streamline tasks for engineers, project managers, and field operators. The company also supports organizations in implementing change management programs to ensure a smooth transition to operational excellence, ultimately enhancing quality and safety standards in complicated industry settings.

Strapi

Series B in 2022
Strapi is a company that provides an open-source headless content management system designed to simplify the development and management of APIs for developers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Paris, Ile-de-France, Strapi allows developers to create, deploy, and manage their applications' back-end with minimal effort, while giving them the flexibility to choose their preferred front-end frameworks. Its robust platform features a powerful dashboard for API prototyping and content management, enabling editors to easily manage and distribute content across various devices and channels. By decoupling the back-end from the front-end, Strapi enhances the development process and offers a user-friendly experience for both developers and content managers.

DCbrain

Venture Round in 2022
DCbrain is a deep-tech SaaS company based in Paris, France, founded in 2014. It specializes in providing an AI-powered optimization platform aimed primarily at the energy and supply chain sectors. The company's solution utilizes graph models and machine learning to enhance the exploitation and maintenance processes of complex industrial networks, including gas, water, electricity, and logistics. By integrating a visualization interface with predictive analysis tools, DCbrain enables clients to identify anomalies, prevent incidents, and forecast future developments within their networks. This sophisticated approach helps organizations manage their operations efficiently and effectively.

Arianee

Series A in 2022
Arianee SA, founded in 2018 and based in Paris, France, specializes in providing digital certifications for products using blockchain technology. The company has developed an Ethereum-compatible platform that aims to revolutionize the authentication process for branded products through a universal open-source protocol. This platform enables the creation of a secure, immutable ledger that records all aspects of a product's creation and sales, ensuring transparency and trust among brands, owners, and third-party retailers. By leveraging non-fungible tokens (NFTs), Arianee facilitates direct and ongoing interactions between brands and consumers, enhancing the digital experience associated with products, experiences, and communities.

Umiami

Series A in 2022
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, specializing in plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company develops innovative plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins to create alternatives that closely mimic the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. Through its technological advancements, Umiami seeks to provide consumers with sustainable and appealing food options that align with growing dietary preferences towards plant-based diets.

Umiami

Series A in 2022
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, specializing in plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company develops innovative plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins to create alternatives that closely mimic the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. Through its technological advancements, Umiami seeks to provide consumers with sustainable and appealing food options that align with growing dietary preferences towards plant-based diets.

Kayrros

Venture Round in 2022
Kayrros is a prominent advanced data analytics company specializing in the energy sector, aiding global market participants in making informed investment decisions. With a team of over 100 professionals from more than 15 nationalities, the company operates from its headquarters in Paris and additional offices in Houston, London, New York, and Singapore. Kayrros integrates alternative and market data into unique product offerings that provide actionable insights in near real-time, utilizing advanced technologies. The company's platform focuses on environmental intelligence and asset observation, delivering critical insights on energy-transition risks and climate impacts. This enables decision-makers in various sectors, including government and investment markets, to evaluate the effects of energy and industrial activities on the environment, thereby facilitating better and faster decision-making. Kayrros continuously expands its solutions to enhance transparency in the global energy markets.

Doctolib

Series F in 2022
Doctolib is an online healthcare booking platform and management software provider based in Paris, France, founded in 2013. The company offers a comprehensive service for healthcare practitioners, enabling them to manage appointments, reduce no-shows, and attract new patients. For patients, Doctolib provides a free and user-friendly online service that allows individuals to easily find local health practitioners and book appointments for medical or dental consultations at any time. By streamlining the appointment process, Doctolib enhances access to healthcare services for both professionals and patients, facilitating better management of consultations and patient interactions.

Specify

Seed Round in 2022
Specify is a Paris-based company founded in 2018 by Valentin Chrétien, Pierre-Antoine Lemaître, Antoine Moreaux, and Louis Chenais, who aimed to transform brand identity management for digital products. The company provides a design data platform that assists organizations in collecting, storing, and automatically distributing design tokens and assets, ensuring consistent brand representation across various platforms. With over 1,000 international teams utilizing its services, Specify has established itself as a leader in the DesignOps and Design Systems category. The company is also an active member of the Design Tokens Community Group, which seeks to create standards for the effective sharing of design system components at scale.

Silvr

Series A in 2022
Silvr is a Paris-based company that transforms the funding landscape for entrepreneurs, particularly in the e-commerce sector. By utilizing digital business data to forecast future revenues, Silvr offers quick, equity-free financing solutions to e-merchants who typically face challenges in securing traditional bank loans. Its platform allows these businesses to access funding in as little as 24 hours, enabling them to invest in growth and marketing initiatives while repaying the funding based on their sales performance. Silvr aims to make financing more accessible and scalable for European entrepreneurs, deploying millions of euros each month to support their growth.

Diaccurate

Grant in 2022
Diaccurate is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, founded in 2012. The company focuses on researching and developing innovative treatments for various medical conditions, including HIV infection, endocrine-resistant metastatic breast tumors, glioblastoma, and refractory acute myeloid leukemia. Diaccurate is dedicated to exploring new frontiers in oncology to create novel therapeutic approaches aimed at combating difficult-to-treat cancers and improving patient outcomes.

Ubble.ai

Convertible Note in 2021
Ubble.ai is a Paris-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in online identity verification through its software as a service platform. The company utilizes a combination of video live streaming, computer vision, and artificial intelligence to provide a seamless and secure identity verification process. Ubble's technology helps businesses combat fraud by enabling them to validate consumers' identities efficiently and in a manner that respects privacy. Through its innovative approach, Ubble aims to simplify the identity verification experience while enhancing security for users and businesses alike.

Egle Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Egle Therapeutics SAS is a biotechnology company founded in 2020 and based in Paris, France. The company specializes in developing immunotherapies aimed at targeting immune suppressor regulatory T-cells (Tregs) to address oncology and autoimmune diseases. Egle Therapeutics is focused on its proprietary pipeline, which includes a series of computationally designed IL-2 variants designed to modulate Tregs by either engaging or disengaging them from tumor environments. Through its innovative approach to Treg modulation, the company aims to enable healthcare professionals to develop new therapies that effectively target these immune suppressor cells, potentially transforming treatment options for cancer and other diseases.

Swile

Series D in 2021
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.

Swan

Series A in 2021
Swan is a Paris-based fintech company founded in 2019 that specializes in embedded finance through its Banking-as-a-Service platform. It enables businesses to create and manage bank accounts, issue cards, and generate IBANs seamlessly using straightforward APIs. Serving more than 60 clients across ten European countries, Swan handles over 200 million euros in transactions monthly. The company is staffed by over 100 employees, led by experts in the fintech sector. As a licensed financial institution regulated by the ACPR, Swan operates as a principal member of Mastercard, positioning itself as a key player in the European financial technology landscape.

Vestiaire Collective

Series I in 2021
Vestiaire Collective is a social commerce platform specializing in the buying and selling of luxury pre-owned fashion items. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Paris, the company promotes sustainable fashion by encouraging the circular fashion movement, which aims to reduce overproduction and waste in the industry. Vestiaire Collective boasts a unique inventory of approximately 3 million items, with around 140,000 new listings added weekly, catering to a community of over 7.5 million fashion enthusiasts across 50 countries. The platform offers a curated selection of vintage and luxury clothing, jewelry, accessories, and footwear, enhancing the shopping experience through verified and desirable products. By fostering a highly engaged community, Vestiaire Collective empowers its members to actively participate in a more sustainable fashion economy.

Solstyce

Venture Round in 2021
Solstyce is a Paris-based provider of energy transition and environmental innovation solutions. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including photovoltaic systems, electric mobility solutions, insulation, waterproofing, and carbon performance management. Solstyce aims to address the evolving needs of its clients by providing a one-stop-shop for environmental innovation. With a focus on optimizing energy usage and reducing carbon footprints, the expert team at Solstyce develops cutting-edge solutions tailored to the specific requirements of their clients. From the installation of rooftop solar panels to the implementation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, Solstyce is dedicated to enhancing the sustainability of operations across various sectors.

Gourmey

Seed Round in 2021
Gourmey is a pioneering cultivated meat company based in Paris, France, founded in 2019. It specializes in the development and production of ethical foie gras derived from duck cells, aiming to revolutionize the traditional foie gras industry. By utilizing a lab-based approach, Gourmey cultivates meat without the need for force-feeding or slaughter, ensuring a more humane and sustainable alternative. The company places duck cells in a controlled environment, providing optimal temperature, essential nutrients, and space for growth, which results in a product that prioritizes consumer health, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare.

ManoMano

Series F in 2021
ManoMano is an online marketplace specializing in DIY, home improvement, and gardening products. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Paris, France, the platform serves as a community for home and DIY enthusiasts, facilitating the exchange of tips and advice for various projects. ManoMano connects customers with a network of merchants, enabling them to purchase a wide range of products at competitive prices. In addition to offering a diverse selection of items, the platform provides access to expert assistance, helping users to successfully complete their DIY and gardening endeavors.

Umiami

Seed Round in 2021
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, specializing in plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company develops innovative plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins to create alternatives that closely mimic the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. Through its technological advancements, Umiami seeks to provide consumers with sustainable and appealing food options that align with growing dietary preferences towards plant-based diets.

WeMaintain

Series B in 2021
WeMaintain, established in 2017, is a technology-driven company specializing in elevator maintenance. Headquartered in Paris, London, and Singapore, it combines the expertise of lift engineers with proprietary technology to optimize and streamline maintenance services for building managers. The company's platform provides real-time data and insights, reducing costs, energy consumption, and equipment downtime, while enhancing overall performance.

C12 Quantum Electronics

Grant in 2021
C12 Quantum Electronics is a company based in Paris, Ile-de-France, France, founded in 2019 by Pierre and Matthieu Desjardins. The company focuses on developing reliable quantum processors utilizing carbon nanotubes, which significantly reduce error rates. This technology positions C12 Quantum Electronics as a strong candidate for noisy intermediate-scale quantum applications. In addition to building quantum computers, the company also engages in developing and accelerating experiments related to information processing systems, allowing industrial clients to leverage intermediate-scale quantum applications for enhanced computing capabilities.

C12 Quantum Electronics

Seed Round in 2021
C12 Quantum Electronics is a company based in Paris, Ile-de-France, France, founded in 2019 by Pierre and Matthieu Desjardins. The company focuses on developing reliable quantum processors utilizing carbon nanotubes, which significantly reduce error rates. This technology positions C12 Quantum Electronics as a strong candidate for noisy intermediate-scale quantum applications. In addition to building quantum computers, the company also engages in developing and accelerating experiments related to information processing systems, allowing industrial clients to leverage intermediate-scale quantum applications for enhanced computing capabilities.

Adionics

Seed Round in 2021
Adionics is a technology company based in Paris, France, specializing in desalination and saline water valorization. Founded in 2012, the company develops innovative solutions to selectively remove salts from brine, seawater, and other salty waters. Its flagship technology, AquaOmnes, effectively separates salt from water, while Flionex is a selective extractant composition designed for the extraction of lithium salts. Adionics focuses on providing its services to various sectors, including municipal water, power, oil and gas, and chemicals. The company is also engaged in research and development to enhance its processes, particularly in the area of lithium recycling from batteries, aiming to deliver efficient, economical solutions with minimal environmental impact.

Matera

Series B in 2021
Matera, incorporated in 2017 and based in Paris, France, operates an online condominium management platform designed to simplify the lives of co-owners in residential properties. The platform facilitates the management of buildings by automating administrative and accounting tasks, generating necessary documents and bills based on the specific co-ownership agreements. By securely providing access to these resources online, Matera enables co-owners to independently manage their buildings without relying on traditional property management services. The company also offers legal and accounting support, further enhancing the self-management capabilities of its users.

Sun'R

Venture Round in 2021
Sun'R is a Paris-based company focused on the development, construction, and operation of photovoltaic energy production plants. It operates a portfolio of rooftop-mounted photovoltaic projects with a total capacity of 10 MWp. The firm employs a diverse team of engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists who create in-house technologies for operational management and optimization. Sun'R is dedicated to advancing renewable energy solutions by leveraging its expertise in energy generation and storage technologies tailored to specific environmental needs.

Biophytis

Grant in 2021
Biophytis SA is a clinical-stage biotechnology company headquartered in Paris, France, dedicated to developing therapeutics aimed at slowing the degenerative processes associated with aging and enhancing functional outcomes for patients with age-related diseases. The company is focused on activating key biological resilience pathways that may protect against the effects of various biological and environmental stresses linked to these diseases. Biophytis's lead drug candidate, Sarconeos (BIO101), is an orally administered small molecule designed for treating neuromuscular conditions such as sarcopenia and Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Additionally, its second candidate, Macuneos (BIO201), targets retinal diseases, including age-related macular degeneration and Stargardt disease. The company has established a collaboration agreement with AFM-Telethon to further the development of Sarconeos. Since its founding in 2006, Biophytis has aimed to position itself as a leader in the emerging field of aging science by providing innovative therapies for patients with limited treatment options.

Biophytis

Post in 2021
Biophytis SA is a clinical-stage biotechnology company headquartered in Paris, France, dedicated to developing therapeutics aimed at slowing the degenerative processes associated with aging and enhancing functional outcomes for patients with age-related diseases. The company is focused on activating key biological resilience pathways that may protect against the effects of various biological and environmental stresses linked to these diseases. Biophytis's lead drug candidate, Sarconeos (BIO101), is an orally administered small molecule designed for treating neuromuscular conditions such as sarcopenia and Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Additionally, its second candidate, Macuneos (BIO201), targets retinal diseases, including age-related macular degeneration and Stargardt disease. The company has established a collaboration agreement with AFM-Telethon to further the development of Sarconeos. Since its founding in 2006, Biophytis has aimed to position itself as a leader in the emerging field of aging science by providing innovative therapies for patients with limited treatment options.

OpenClassrooms

Series C in 2021
OpenClassrooms, founded in 2007 and based in Paris, France, is an online education platform that has emerged as one of Europe’s leading education-to-employment services. With 355,000 students in over 140 countries, it offers a wide range of vocational training programs through more than 600 online courses and 55 curricula in high-demand fields such as coding, IT, product management, and UX design. The institution is accredited by the French state and provides Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s level diplomas recognized by the Board of Education in Paris. OpenClassrooms employs a competency-based educational model that combines high-quality online coursework with personalized mentorship, project-based learning, and career coaching. Additionally, the company collaborates with numerous corporate clients to enhance their training offerings, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the job market with a job guarantee upon completion of their programs.

Ornikar

Series C in 2021
Ornikar SAS is an online driving school based in Paris, France, established in 2014. The company aims to make obtaining a driving license more affordable, straightforward, and efficient. Ornikar utilizes a network of state-qualified instructors to provide mobile driving lessons at reduced costs, catering to the needs of current and future generations. By offering quality training tools and tailored options, including support for first-time car buyers and young driver insurance, Ornikar enhances access to driving education and promotes traffic law understanding. The company's mission focuses on making the learning process more enjoyable and accessible, thereby facilitating greater mobility for its customers.

Step Pharma

Series B in 2021
Step Pharma, incorporated in 2014 and based in Paris, France, focuses on developing innovative drugs for immunosuppressive therapies aimed at treating autoimmune diseases. As a spin-off of the Imagine Institute, the company emerged from research led by Pr. Alain Fischer on genetic immunodeficiencies. It operates as a joint venture with Sygnature Discovery, which provides integrated drug discovery resources, and Kurma Partners, a prominent investor in European healthcare and biotechnology. Step Pharma's proprietary small molecule therapeutics utilize a novel class of oral nucleotide synthesis inhibitors that target cytidine triphosphate synthase 1. This approach allows for the selective modulation of immune cell populations, such as T and B cells, enhancing treatment efficacy and therapeutic outcomes for patients with autoimmune conditions.

OncoDiag

Grant in 2021
OncoDiag is a biotechnology company based in Normandy, France, specializing in the development of non-invasive diagnostic tests aimed at the early detection of cancers. Its flagship product, Urotest, is a urine test designed for the diagnosis and monitoring of bladder cancer. Additionally, the company is advancing its pipeline with Colodiag, which focuses on the early detection of colorectal cancer. OncoDiag's portfolio also includes a tissue-based test for predicting non-evolutive localized prostate cancer. By offering these innovative diagnostic solutions, OncoDiag aims to enhance the capabilities of healthcare professionals in cancer diagnosis and management.

Arianee

Seed Round in 2021
Arianee SA, founded in 2018 and based in Paris, France, specializes in providing digital certifications for products using blockchain technology. The company has developed an Ethereum-compatible platform that aims to revolutionize the authentication process for branded products through a universal open-source protocol. This platform enables the creation of a secure, immutable ledger that records all aspects of a product's creation and sales, ensuring transparency and trust among brands, owners, and third-party retailers. By leveraging non-fungible tokens (NFTs), Arianee facilitates direct and ongoing interactions between brands and consumers, enhancing the digital experience associated with products, experiences, and communities.

SESAMm

Series B in 2021
SESAMm is a fintech company that focuses on harnessing big data and artificial intelligence to enhance investment strategies. The company utilizes advanced natural language processing and machine learning techniques to analyze vast amounts of web articles and communications, generating analytics and investment signals. SESAMm offers two primary platforms: TextReveal, which specializes in text analysis, and SignalReveal, a quantitative data science platform that supports the entire alpha research process. With a team of approximately 90 professionals located in major financial hubs including Paris, New York, Tokyo, and London, SESAMm collaborates with prominent hedge funds, banks, and asset management firms globally. The company's mission is to provide insights that facilitate sustainable and responsible investment decisions, assisting clients in effective asset management across both fundamental and quantitative applications.

Aleia

Seed Round in 2021
Aleia is an IT firm based in Paris, France, established in 2020. The company specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-based platform that supports individuals and organizations in creating, deploying, and managing AI applications. Aleia's platform provides an open, secure, and industrialized solution that accelerates AI projects by enabling users to extract, prepare, and process data efficiently. This allows for the design, optimization, and deployment of machine learning workflows, facilitating the transition from experimentation to production. By leveraging its technology, Aleia aims to enhance the performance of AI projects and streamline their implementation.

Ekimetrics

Venture Round in 2020
Ekimetrics is a global consulting firm based in Paris, France, specializing in industrialized corporate data science solutions. The company combines consulting expertise with advanced data science and technology to enhance clients' performance and profitability. Ekimetrics focuses on building tailored solutions that deliver significant impact in areas such as data transformation, marketing performance, customer intelligence, pricing strategies, and process optimization. By deploying actionable insights through a team of skilled data scientists, Ekimetrics empowers organizations to improve their marketing and operational effectiveness while fostering ethical and conscious practices in data and artificial intelligence.

GrAI Matter Labs

Venture Round in 2020
GrAI Matter Labs, based in Paris with additional offices in Eindhoven and Silicon Valley, specializes in the development of ultra-low power, programmable neuromorphic computing technology that is inspired by biological neural networks. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on enhancing sensor analytics and machine learning capabilities across various devices within the Internet of Things (IoT). Its innovative processors are designed to enable autonomous navigation for vehicles, robots, and drones, as well as to integrate intelligent AI into smart homes, smartphones, and wearable health monitoring devices. GrAI Matter Labs aims to deliver efficient and responsive AI solutions that optimize energy use and enhance operational performance, thereby contributing to a future where technology seamlessly assists human activities in real time.

Livestorm

Series B in 2020
Livestorm is a Paris-based company that specializes in developing a video communication tool aimed at enhancing audience engagement. Founded in 2016, Livestorm offers a browser-based platform that allows teams to organize online events seamlessly from any device. The platform includes features for creating custom landing pages, sending promotional emails and reminders, and hosting interactive online events with integrated chat, polls, and Q&A functionalities. Additionally, it provides an advanced analytics dashboard to analyze event performance. Through these capabilities, Livestorm empowers businesses to effectively incorporate video into various forms of communication, facilitating the attraction, engagement, and education of their audience.

Braintale

Debt Financing in 2020
Braintale is a Paris-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing and distributing innovative diagnostic and prognostic tools specifically for brain-injured patients. The company's digital medical care platform is designed for hospitals to effectively analyze MRI reports, providing accessible solutions that meet the needs of healthcare professionals and patients alike. Braintale’s products are grounded in over 15 years of clinical development, focusing on predicting patient outcomes, particularly for those in comas due to severe traumatic brain injuries, cardiac arrests, or hemorrhagic strokes. By facilitating easier diagnoses, Braintale aims to enhance patient care in critical settings, ultimately improving the prognosis for individuals with severe brain injuries.

TISSIUM

Debt Financing in 2020
TISSIUM is a medical device company headquartered in Paris, France, focused on the development and commercialization of innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, provide strong adhesion to tissues, and enable rapid wound closure in the body's dynamic environments. TISSIUM leverages advanced research and intellectual property from renowned laboratories, including those of Robert Langer at MIT and Jeff Karp at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Its technology platform includes a proprietary family of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers, which are tailored for tissue reconstruction across various clinical applications. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by leading healthcare investors and aims to address unmet clinical needs through its groundbreaking approach to wound management.

Brevo

Series B in 2020
Brevo is a developer of a cloud-based digital marketing platform designed to assist businesses in enhancing customer engagement. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company provides an all-in-one suite that caters specifically to the marketing needs of small and medium-sized businesses, particularly in challenging markets. Brevo's platform covers the entire marketing process, from newsletter creation to analysis and reporting tools, as well as targeting modules. This enables businesses, e-commerce sellers, and agencies to foster customer relationships through comprehensive digital marketing campaigns, transactional messaging, and marketing automation, setting it apart from solutions aimed at enterprise-level clients.

Swan

Seed Round in 2020
Swan is a Paris-based fintech company founded in 2019 that specializes in embedded finance through its Banking-as-a-Service platform. It enables businesses to create and manage bank accounts, issue cards, and generate IBANs seamlessly using straightforward APIs. Serving more than 60 clients across ten European countries, Swan handles over 200 million euros in transactions monthly. The company is staffed by over 100 employees, led by experts in the fintech sector. As a licensed financial institution regulated by the ACPR, Swan operates as a principal member of Mastercard, positioning itself as a key player in the European financial technology landscape.

Medaviz

Series A in 2020
Medaviz is an online platform founded in 2014 and headquartered in Paris, France, that connects patients with healthcare professionals for immediate medical advice. The platform allows users to contact general practitioners, pediatricians, gynecologists, and psychologists at any time, facilitating access to necessary assistance for various medical issues and emergencies. By enabling direct communication between patients and doctors, Medaviz aims to streamline the process of obtaining medical guidance and support.

SideROS

Debt Financing in 2020
SideROS is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on developing innovative treatments for cancer. Founded in 2019, it specializes in research on iron-targeting chemical compounds aimed at attacking persister cancer cells, which are resistant to conventional therapies and often lead to metastasis and relapse. The company's primary candidate, ironomycin, disrupts iron homeostasis in these cells, inducing cell death through a process known as ferroptosis. By targeting the unique vulnerabilities of persister cancer cells, SideROS aims to provide new therapeutic options for patients facing challenging cancer cases.

Comet Meetings

Series B in 2020
Comet Meetings is a Paris-based business specializing in modern meeting venues. It aims to enhance productivity, creativity, and well-being during corporate gatherings by offering customizable spaces designed with a focus on customer experience. Comet caters to companies seeking to host one-day meetings, providing high-quality facilities at a competitive price point.

Pixium Vision

Post in 2020
Pixium Vision SA is a bioelectronics company based in Paris, France, focused on developing innovative implantable medical devices aimed at restoring vision for individuals blinded by the degeneration of photoreceptor cells in the retina. The company’s flagship product, the PRIMA System, is a bionic vision system designed to improve visual acuity and enhance the independence of patients. Pixium Vision also works on the Intelligent Retinal Implantable System (IRIS1), which is currently undergoing clinical trials, and is developing two subsequent generations, IRIS2 and IRIS3, each designed to provide improved visual capabilities through advanced technologies. Founded in 2011 as a spin-out from the Vision Institute and Université Pierre et Marie Curie, Pixium collaborates with prestigious institutions such as Stanford University and Moorfields Eye Hospital to further its research and development efforts in retinal implant systems.

Honing Biosciences

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Honing Biosciences SAS is a bio-therapeutics company based in Paris, France, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing and enhancing cell-based therapies aimed at treating cancer and other chronic diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary molecular CellTune technology, which enables the creation of tunable cell therapeutics that control the dynamic delivery of proteins to patients. This innovative approach allows for precise regulation of protein expression at the cell surface and the secretion of therapeutic agents such as enzymes, cytokines, and antibodies. By adapting the delivery of these therapeutic proteins to the clinical evolution of patients, Honing Biosciences enhances the efficacy of treatments while minimizing the adverse effects associated with earlier generations of therapies. The company’s platform has significant applications across various types of cell-based therapies, including immunotherapy and treatments for autoimmunity.

Owkin

Series A in 2020
Owkin, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company that specializes in developing software aimed at improving treatment outcomes for patients, particularly in oncology. Established in 2016, with headquarters in New York and an office in Paris, Owkin employs AI tools to enhance drug discovery and accelerate clinical trials while safeguarding patient privacy through federated learning. The company offers several products, including Owkin Lab for therapeutic data connection, Owkin Loop for validated and packaged models, and a comprehensive software stack. Owkin's portfolio includes 30 live models, with an additional 40 in development, focusing on identifying new drug candidates and elucidating the mechanisms behind treatment efficacy. Co-founded by Thomas Clozel, a clinical research doctor, and Gilles Wainrib, a machine learning expert, Owkin has raised over $255 million and achieved unicorn status due to its innovative approach in addressing unmet medical needs and optimizing the drug development process.

Swile

Series C in 2020
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.

Owkin

Series A in 2020
Owkin, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company that specializes in developing software aimed at improving treatment outcomes for patients, particularly in oncology. Established in 2016, with headquarters in New York and an office in Paris, Owkin employs AI tools to enhance drug discovery and accelerate clinical trials while safeguarding patient privacy through federated learning. The company offers several products, including Owkin Lab for therapeutic data connection, Owkin Loop for validated and packaged models, and a comprehensive software stack. Owkin's portfolio includes 30 live models, with an additional 40 in development, focusing on identifying new drug candidates and elucidating the mechanisms behind treatment efficacy. Co-founded by Thomas Clozel, a clinical research doctor, and Gilles Wainrib, a machine learning expert, Owkin has raised over $255 million and achieved unicorn status due to its innovative approach in addressing unmet medical needs and optimizing the drug development process.

B-Hive Engineering

Venture Round in 2020
B-Hive Engineering is an engineering and operational consulting company based in Mulhouse, France, with additional operations in Lyon, Paris, and Montréal, Canada. Founded in 2017, the company specializes in providing technical assistance and project management services across various sectors, including chemistry, petrochemistry, energy, food, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, automotive, rail, aeronautics, and civil engineering. B-Hive Engineering focuses on delivering support throughout the study and design phases of projects, ensuring efficient solutions to clients' operational challenges. By offering expertise in urban planning, structural engineering, and infrastructure development, the company plays a crucial role in facilitating advancements in industry, transportation, and construction.

Vestiaire Collective

Venture Round in 2020
Vestiaire Collective is a social commerce platform specializing in the buying and selling of luxury pre-owned fashion items. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Paris, the company promotes sustainable fashion by encouraging the circular fashion movement, which aims to reduce overproduction and waste in the industry. Vestiaire Collective boasts a unique inventory of approximately 3 million items, with around 140,000 new listings added weekly, catering to a community of over 7.5 million fashion enthusiasts across 50 countries. The platform offers a curated selection of vintage and luxury clothing, jewelry, accessories, and footwear, enhancing the shopping experience through verified and desirable products. By fostering a highly engaged community, Vestiaire Collective empowers its members to actively participate in a more sustainable fashion economy.

TwicPics

Seed Round in 2020
TwicPics is a technology company founded in 2018 and based in Paris, France, specializing in URL-based image processing software. The company develops a platform that automates the optimization of images and videos for websites and applications, ensuring that content is tailored for various devices, screen sizes, and network conditions. By delivering resized and device-adapted images in real-time, TwicPics enhances visual quality and web performance while also reducing the carbon footprint associated with digital content. This innovative approach not only accelerates page loading times but also positively impacts key performance indicators such as conversion rates, user engagement, and search engine optimization. The company's services are utilized by both major brands and startups to streamline workflows and create eco-friendly websites.

Extrality

Seed Round in 2020
Extrality is a technology company based in Paris, Ile-de-France, France, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing a platform that utilizes machine learning to provide rapid numerical simulations. This platform is designed to simplify the process of conducting artificial intelligence-powered simulations, enabling engineers to quickly assess critical parameters such as aerodynamics, fluid dynamics, and thermal properties of products. By maintaining high levels of physical accuracy, Extrality's solutions help manufacturers in industries such as aerospace, transport, and energy significantly reduce their time-to-market, enhancing efficiency and innovation in product development.

ManoMano

Series E in 2020
ManoMano is an online marketplace specializing in DIY, home improvement, and gardening products. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Paris, France, the platform serves as a community for home and DIY enthusiasts, facilitating the exchange of tips and advice for various projects. ManoMano connects customers with a network of merchants, enabling them to purchase a wide range of products at competitive prices. In addition to offering a diverse selection of items, the platform provides access to expert assistance, helping users to successfully complete their DIY and gardening endeavors.

LumApps

Series C in 2020
LumApps is a developer of a social and collaborative intranet platform designed to enhance employee engagement and communication within organizations. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tassin, France, with additional offices in major cities such as San Francisco, New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo, LumApps provides a centralized hub for accessing corporate resources, personalized content, and social communities. The platform is fully integrated with major collaborative suites, including Google G Suite and Microsoft Office 365, allowing employees to access corporate news, work applications, and social interactions seamlessly. By breaking down communication silos, LumApps aims to foster healthier work relationships and improve collaboration among employees, thereby supporting companies in their digital transformation efforts.

Specify

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Specify is a Paris-based company founded in 2018 by Valentin Chrétien, Pierre-Antoine Lemaître, Antoine Moreaux, and Louis Chenais, who aimed to transform brand identity management for digital products. The company provides a design data platform that assists organizations in collecting, storing, and automatically distributing design tokens and assets, ensuring consistent brand representation across various platforms. With over 1,000 international teams utilizing its services, Specify has established itself as a leader in the DesignOps and Design Systems category. The company is also an active member of the Design Tokens Community Group, which seeks to create standards for the effective sharing of design system components at scale.

TISSIUM

Series B in 2019
TISSIUM is a medical device company headquartered in Paris, France, focused on the development and commercialization of innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, provide strong adhesion to tissues, and enable rapid wound closure in the body's dynamic environments. TISSIUM leverages advanced research and intellectual property from renowned laboratories, including those of Robert Langer at MIT and Jeff Karp at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Its technology platform includes a proprietary family of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers, which are tailored for tissue reconstruction across various clinical applications. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by leading healthcare investors and aims to address unmet clinical needs through its groundbreaking approach to wound management.

ACINQ

Series A in 2019
Founded in 2014 and based in Paris, France, ACINQ is a startup focused on developing products and services for the Bitcoin ecosystem. The company specializes in blockchain technology that facilitates high throughput, instant payments, and low transaction fees. ACINQ's solutions aggregate incoming payments and enable periodic transaction dispatches to recipients' wallets. This approach allows clients to enjoy instant, low-cost payment options and receive funds as they would through traditional cash transactions, enhancing the efficiency and convenience of financial exchanges within the Bitcoin network.

Wifirst

Private Equity Round in 2019
Wifirst is a telecom operator based in Paris, France, that specializes in providing high-performance wireless internet and connectivity services for various enterprises across Europe and Africa. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on meeting the increasing demand for internet usage through its robust network infrastructure. Wifirst offers a diverse array of services, including wireless internet, fiber optic installations, managed LAN solutions, and firewall services, as well as internet protocol television and voice-over-internet protocol offerings. With a commitment to enhancing digital transformation, Wifirst operates hundreds of thousands of secure and intuitive connected spaces, ensuring that its clients remain connected in an evolving digital landscape.

Checkmyguest

Venture Round in 2019
Checkmyguest is a rental management company based in Paris, France, specializing in short-term rentals and mobility leases. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on transforming commercial premises into seasonal rental accommodations, allowing property owners to optimize profitability. Checkmyguest offers a comprehensive service that manages the entire rental process, from the initial study phase to full operation. In addition, the company provides a reservations tracking service and enhances the appeal of properties through professional photography, ensuring that accommodations attract future guests.

HostnFly

Series A in 2019
HostnFly is a company based in Paris, France, founded in 2016, that specializes in optimizing revenue for seasonal rentals on platforms like Airbnb. The company provides comprehensive management services for property owners, overseeing all logistics associated with rental properties. This includes creating advertisements, selecting guests, and managing housekeeping and maintenance. HostnFly employs advanced algorithms to enhance income potential from rental apartments while guaranteeing stable rental income for property owners. By streamlining the rental process, HostnFly aims to make it more convenient for clients to manage their properties effectively.

Ornikar

Series B in 2019
Ornikar SAS is an online driving school based in Paris, France, established in 2014. The company aims to make obtaining a driving license more affordable, straightforward, and efficient. Ornikar utilizes a network of state-qualified instructors to provide mobile driving lessons at reduced costs, catering to the needs of current and future generations. By offering quality training tools and tailored options, including support for first-time car buyers and young driver insurance, Ornikar enhances access to driving education and promotes traffic law understanding. The company's mission focuses on making the learning process more enjoyable and accessible, thereby facilitating greater mobility for its customers.

Pili

Series A in 2019
PILI Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, that specializes in the research and manufacturing of bio-fabricated colors using microorganisms. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on developing enzymes and fermentation biotechnologies that transform sugar into renewable and durable dyes and pigments. By offering a sustainable alternative to traditional toxic and non-recyclable inks, PILI aims to replace petrochemical and vegetable-based colorants with organic dyes produced at an industrial scale. The company's innovative approach not only promotes sustainable development but also enables businesses to reduce costs while utilizing environmentally friendly materials.

ManoMano

Series D in 2019
ManoMano is an online marketplace specializing in DIY, home improvement, and gardening products. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Paris, France, the platform serves as a community for home and DIY enthusiasts, facilitating the exchange of tips and advice for various projects. ManoMano connects customers with a network of merchants, enabling them to purchase a wide range of products at competitive prices. In addition to offering a diverse selection of items, the platform provides access to expert assistance, helping users to successfully complete their DIY and gardening endeavors.

Neurallys

Seed Round in 2019
Neurallys is a Paris-based company that specializes in developing and producing medical devices focused on neurology and neurosurgery. The company has created an intelligent sensor that communicates with a smartphone to monitor intracranial pressure in patients suffering from hydrocephalus. This innovative device aims to enhance patient comfort and provides neurosurgeons with an effective tool for monitoring and managing the condition. By facilitating better follow-up care, Neurallys' technology seeks to improve the overall quality of treatment for individuals affected by this pathology.

Doctolib

Series E in 2019
Doctolib is an online healthcare booking platform and management software provider based in Paris, France, founded in 2013. The company offers a comprehensive service for healthcare practitioners, enabling them to manage appointments, reduce no-shows, and attract new patients. For patients, Doctolib provides a free and user-friendly online service that allows individuals to easily find local health practitioners and book appointments for medical or dental consultations at any time. By streamlining the appointment process, Doctolib enhances access to healthcare services for both professionals and patients, facilitating better management of consultations and patient interactions.
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