Bolt
Private Equity Round in 2023
Bolt Technology OÜ is a transportation platform based in Tallinn, Estonia, that provides ride-hailing, micromobility, and food delivery services. Founded in 2013, Bolt operates a smartphone application that allows users to book taxis directly, selecting options based on price and quality ratings, while also tracking the driver's arrival in real time. The platform aims to enhance urban mobility by offering a reliable and accessible alternative to traditional transportation methods, contributing to reduced traffic congestion and pollution in cities. With over 50 million customers across more than 40 countries, Bolt is recognized as one of the fastest-growing startups globally, striving to create a future with less reliance on car ownership.
Booksy
Venture Round in 2023
Booksy is a prominent booking platform that connects beauty, wellness, and health professionals with local customers, facilitating hundreds of millions of appointments annually. Founded in Poland in 2014, Booksy operates in multiple countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Spain, and France. The company's mobile-first SaaS solution, Booksy Biz, is tailored for small business owners and offers essential tools for attracting new clients, managing appointments, handling payments, and fostering customer loyalty. Through the Booksy Marketplace, millions of consumers can discover, schedule, and manage appointments with various service providers such as stylists, barbers, and estheticians. The platform employs machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance user experience by analyzing buying patterns and optimizing scheduling.
TransferGo
Secondary Market in 2022
TransferGo Ltd., established in 2012 and headquartered in London, specializes in international money transfers. It offers affordable, secure, and swift personal and commercial money transfer services, primarily targeting migrant workers sending funds to their families abroad. The company operates as a licensed and authorized payment institution, regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and supervised by Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC). TransferGo charges a fixed fee per transaction, along with a currency conversion fee ranging from 0.6% to 1.5%. Its digital account-to-account business model enables users to transfer money overseas with same-day delivery, making it an efficient and cost-effective solution for both individuals and businesses.