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DeepAR is a technology company specializing in Augmented Reality (AR) solutions. It offers a Software Development Kit (SDK) that enables app developers to integrate AR features, such as 3D face masks, lenses, and visual effects, into their applications. The company's core technology combines advanced face recognition, tracking, and artificial intelligence (AI) with deep learning to deliver these AR experiences.

About You is a German e-commerce company specializing in fashion and technology. It operates as a platform for clothing, shoes, and accessories, offering a personalized and inspiring shopping experience on smartphones. With over 2000 brands, the company aims to digitalize the traditional shopping experience, generating sales of over €461 million in 2018/19. It also provides tech services and brand relations to external partners.

The world’s fastest growing open-source ecommerce platform with billions of dollars transacted.

Infinited Fiber Company Oy is a Finnish textile chemical recycling firm founded in 2016 and based in Espoo, Finland. The company specializes in a patented technology that transforms cellulose-rich materials, such as cotton-rich textile waste, used cardboard, and agricultural byproducts, into high-quality fibers that resemble cotton. This innovative approach addresses the environmental challenge of textile waste by converting materials that would typically be landfilled or incinerated into valuable resources for the textile industry. The technology has received validation from leading fashion brands and is poised for scaling. Infinited Fiber has been recognized for its contributions to sustainability, winning awards and being featured in notable industry listings.

Circ is a textile recycling company based in Danville, Virginia, focused on recovering value from discarded clothing and textiles. Established in 2011, Circ employs proprietary technology to transform polycotton waste back into its original raw materials, including petroleum- and plant-based fabrics. The company aims to meet growing consumer demands for sustainability without sacrificing quality, price, or convenience. By using water as a solvent, Circ efficiently recycles various fibers, such as cotton, polyester, and nylon, and produces virgin-equivalent, market-grade dissolving pulp and petroleum monomers. These materials can be sold to manufacturers at competitive prices, promoting a circular economy in the textile industry and supporting sustainable living practices.

Highsnobiety is an online publication established in 2005 and based in Berlin, Germany. It focuses on trends and news across fashion, art, music, and culture, providing a comprehensive platform for its audience. The content includes daily news updates, weekly feature interviews, and insightful articles that highlight influential designers, graphic artists, and retailers. Highsnobiety caters primarily to a young male demographic, offering coverage on streetwear, sneakers, and lifestyle, and aims to help its readers navigate their personal style while staying culturally relevant.

Ambercycle is a material science company focused on transforming textile waste into new materials for brands and producers. It creates a centralized ecosystem for the recycling of used textiles, including complex fabrics and worn-out garments. Utilizing a molecular regeneration technique, Ambercycle isolates components from intricate textiles to produce raw materials, addressing the challenges associated with recycling such materials. The company's innovative chemical recycling technology converts end-of-life textiles into polymer powder, making the recycling process more cost-effective. This enables apparel businesses to manufacture clothing from renewable feedstocks, thereby reducing waste and contributing to environmental sustainability. Through its efforts, Ambercycle facilitates the integration of recycled materials back into supply chains for both regional and international players.

Meepl specializes in mobile-based body scanning and profiling technology that utilizes human body data to enhance applications within the fashion industry. Their innovative smartphone technology allows for accurate body measurements comparable to high-definition 3D body scanners, requiring only two photographs to create a personalized 3D body avatar. This avatar is integral to a size recommendation system and can be integrated into virtual dressing rooms. By offering these solutions, Meepl enables corporate clients to reduce return rates, digitize their supply chains, and provide an interactive, personalized shopping experience for consumers. The company's approach combines insights from computer vision, artificial intelligence, and data science, supported by a team of experts dedicated to transforming the apparel industry.

Magazino GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in developing and manufacturing mobile robots for the storage and intralogistics sectors. The company offers advanced mobile pick-and-place robots designed for e-commerce warehouses, capable of identifying and localizing individual items using 2D and 3D cameras. These robots operate collaboratively as part of a swarm, utilizing the ACROS (Advanced Cooperative Robot Operating System) to receive and execute orders. Additionally, Magazino provides the App ARC (ACROS Robot Control) for monitoring robot fleets. Their technology aims to simplify and automate daily operations for mail-order companies, warehouses, production lines, and pharmacies, ultimately contributing to the evolution of robotics and the future of logistics.

TrusTrace operates a traceability as a service platform designed to enhance transparency and compliance in the fashion supply chain. Founded in 2016 and based in Stockholm, Sweden, with an additional location in Coimbatore, India, the company offers a suite of tools to support product traceability and environmental management. Its primary offerings include T-Tracem, which tracks products from fiber to garment; T-CET, a customer engagement tool; I-CAT, which helps manage the environmental footprint; T-VeM for vendor management; T-BlockS, a blockchain solution for enhanced traceability and collaboration; and T-EMS, an evidence management tool. TrusTrace's technology enables global brands and suppliers to standardize the collection, digitization, and sharing of reliable supply chain data, allowing them to substantiate product claims and ensure regulatory compliance effectively.

Magazino GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in developing and manufacturing mobile robots for the storage and intralogistics sectors. The company offers advanced mobile pick-and-place robots designed for e-commerce warehouses, capable of identifying and localizing individual items using 2D and 3D cameras. These robots operate collaboratively as part of a swarm, utilizing the ACROS (Advanced Cooperative Robot Operating System) to receive and execute orders. Additionally, Magazino provides the App ARC (ACROS Robot Control) for monitoring robot fleets. Their technology aims to simplify and automate daily operations for mail-order companies, warehouses, production lines, and pharmacies, ultimately contributing to the evolution of robotics and the future of logistics.

PAIR Finance GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in digital debt collection services, primarily serving various industries including telecommunications, financial services, e-commerce, and energy. The company leverages artificial intelligence, behavioral analytics, and data science to transform receivables management into a sustainable and customer-focused process. With a platform designed for efficient claims management, PAIR Finance enables businesses to communicate digitally with defaulting customers, facilitating quicker settlement of open debts. The firm has established partnerships with over 600 companies and employs more than 250 professionals, positioning itself as a leader in AI-based debt collection in Europe. PAIR Finance is backed by notable private equity investor Pollen Street and aims to enhance risk management for its clients while driving revenue growth.

Ivyrevel AB is an online retailer based in Stockholm, Sweden, specializing in women's clothing, shoes, and accessories. Founded in 2012, the company offers a diverse range of products, including jackets, dresses, tops, skirts, pants, swimwear, shoes, and various accessories. Ivyrevel's design philosophy is influenced by urban contrasts and aims to empower strong, independent women. The brand's collections are characterized by polished, extroverted styles that feature feminine silhouettes and bold visual details, catering to a contemporary audience. Ivyrevel primarily engages with its customers through popular social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat, emphasizing a strong online presence to showcase its fashion offerings.

FashionTrade.com is an online wholesale marketplace that facilitates connections between fashion brands and retailers, streamlining the buying and selling process in the global fashion industry. By leveraging advanced cloud-based technology specifically designed for the B2B sector, FashionTrade enhances efficiency, reduces costs, and improves profit margins for its users. The platform responds to the industry's increasing shift towards digital solutions, allowing brands and retailers to scale their operations effectively. Through a data-driven approach and strategic collaborations, FashionTrade has created a scalable and accessible platform that aims to revolutionize traditional practices in the fashion wholesale market.

KICKZ AG, founded in 1993 and based in Munich, Germany, operates as an online retailer specializing in sneakers and urban fashion accessories. As a subsidiary of Zalando SE, KICKZ AG has established itself as a leading retailer in basketball and streetwear, offering a diverse range of products including footwear, apparel, and accessories for men, women, and children. The company features a selection of retro and limited lifestyle sneakers, caps, and streetwear, as well as backpacks, basketball gear, zippers, hoodies, and shoes from premium brands.

Buying Show GmbH is an online platform founded in 2015 and based in Berlin, Germany. It allows users to register for free and connect with various brands and retailers around the world. The platform facilitates the negotiation and management of orders with multiple retailers and enables users to create and customize digital showrooms. Additionally, it offers comprehensive information on new and exclusive product collections. Established by fashion industry professionals with over 20 years of experience, Buying Show aims to modernize the fashion sector by leveraging technology to streamline sales cycles, reduce lead times, and enhance customer outreach, even for smaller teams.

Fashwell specializes in visual search solutions for eCommerce, utilizing advanced deep learning algorithms to identify fashion and furniture products within images. Their platform seamlessly integrates into various platforms, enhancing user experience by facilitating easy product discovery, thereby boosting conversion rates, creating new revenue streams, and increasing user engagement for their global client base.

Anatwine Limited is a cloud-based software provider that specializes in solutions for online fashion retailers and brands. Founded in 2013 and based in Cheltenham, United Kingdom, Anatwine offers a platform that facilitates the integration of sales and product demand between brands and retailers. This enables retailers to select and launch a diverse product range on their websites, enhancing their stock mix. The company's services include product onboarding, merchandising, media management, delivery and returns management, order documentation, analytics, and customer account management. By connecting brands with retailers through a single integration, Anatwine fosters collaboration and innovation, ultimately aiming to improve sales performance and customer experience in the online retail space.

Le New Black is the #1 B2B E-commerce platform for international fashion brands and retailers. Working with over 10,000 buyers and 250 brands including AMI Paris, Kenzo, Lanvin, Lemaire, Le Mont Saint-Michel, Paul & Joe, Jacquemus, Paco Rabanne, Etudes Studio, Stutterheim, Baum und Pferdgarten etc... It provides a powerful set of tools for smarter lead & sales management : Ipad app for offline order taking, online B2B showroom for 24/7 retailers access and order management via a web interface. Brand’s productivity immediately raises up to 25%, their wholesale process is 3x faster. Le New Black is also a wholesale marketplace that helps the brands to get more visibility, increase their buyers and their wholesale revenue.

AMAZE is curated by leading fashion industry experts and engineered by noted software designers. AMAZE is free to download on iOS and Android. Go ahead, be inspired, be AMAZED.

Tradebyte Software GmbH, based in Ansbach, Germany, specializes in providing Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions tailored for the e-commerce market. Established in 2009, the company offers a range of products that facilitate the interconnection of manufacturers, brands, and retailers. Its offerings include TB.One, a cloud-based solution for managing e-commerce channels; TB.Market, a marketplace solution that acts as a hub for content and order data; TB.PIM, which manages product data and workflows; and TB.Consult, which provides e-commerce strategy services. Tradebyte addresses the challenges of digital transformation in commerce, helping online shops, vendors, suppliers, and manufacturers connect within the digital supply chain. The company operates both in Germany and internationally, positioning itself as a vital player in the European Fashion and Lifestyle retail sector.

nugg.ad GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in multichannel audience targeting and smart data management for digital advertising. Founded in 2006, it serves a diverse clientele that includes online sales houses, publishers, agencies, advertisers, and data providers. The company offers a Smart Audience Platform that employs real-time machine learning to create customized target groups, enabling effective digital advertising across display, video, and mobile channels. nugg.ad's innovative approach focuses on predictive behavioral targeting, enhancing user data with socio-demographic and lifestyle insights while prioritizing data privacy. The company is committed to industry standards of data protection and has received recognition for its products, including the ePrivacyseal. With offices in several European cities, nugg.ad positions itself as a leader in the field of Predictive Targeting.

Fashwell specializes in visual search solutions for eCommerce, utilizing advanced deep learning algorithms to identify fashion and furniture products within images. Their platform seamlessly integrates into various platforms, enhancing user experience by facilitating easy product discovery, thereby boosting conversion rates, creating new revenue streams, and increasing user engagement for their global client base.

Anatwine Limited is a cloud-based software provider that specializes in solutions for online fashion retailers and brands. Founded in 2013 and based in Cheltenham, United Kingdom, Anatwine offers a platform that facilitates the integration of sales and product demand between brands and retailers. This enables retailers to select and launch a diverse product range on their websites, enhancing their stock mix. The company's services include product onboarding, merchandising, media management, delivery and returns management, order documentation, analytics, and customer account management. By connecting brands with retailers through a single integration, Anatwine fosters collaboration and innovation, ultimately aiming to improve sales performance and customer experience in the online retail space.

Metrigo GmbH, established in 2011 and based in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in data-driven solutions for display advertising campaigns. The company operates a demand side platform (DSP) that facilitates real-time bidding, ad serving, and data management. Metrigo's platform is designed to integrate advertisers' data and business metrics fully, allowing for the development of customized bidding strategies. In addition to these services, Metrigo provides access to various inventory marketplaces, enhancing its clients' advertising capabilities. As of 2015, Metrigo operates as a subsidiary of Zalando SE.

MyBrands provides online retail for designer clothes. The company offers reduced prices on branded and designer fashions for men and women.