Speedinvest

Speedinvest, established in 2011, is a European venture capital firm headquartered in Vienna, Austria, with additional offices in Berlin, London, Munich, Paris, San Francisco, and a focus on Central and Eastern Europe. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, typically providing between €0.25 million to €3 million, and takes minority stakes, usually up to 20%. Speedinvest invests in sectors such as deep tech, fintech, industrial tech, marketplaces, consumer tech, and digital health, with a hands-on approach, often taking operational roles in portfolio companies for up to a year. The firm aims to provide more than just capital, offering operational support, growth marketing, HR, US business development, and networking assistance through its in-house Platform+ team.

Marie-Helene Ametsreiter

Partner

Jeroen Arts

Partner

Estelle Botbol

Principal

Daniela Caserotto-Leibert

Venture Partner

Sophia Escheu

Associate

Felix Faltin

Principal

Heinrich Gröller

Partner

Audrey Handem

Senior Associate

Jingchun Hao

Partner

Oliver Holle

CEO, Managing Partner and Managing Director

Lawrence Kilian

Principal, Corporate Development and M&A

Stefan Klestil

Partner

Namratha Kothapalli

Principal

Markus Lang

Partner

Tom Filip Lesche

Partner

Alexis Majos

Principal

Enrique Martínez-Hausmann

Principal

Klaus Matzka

Partner

Wissam Nadreddine

Principal

Wissam Nasreddine

Principal

Florian Obst

Associate

Mathias Ockenfels

General Partner

Mariya Osadchaya-Isa

Principal

Alvaro Perezcano

Senior Associate

Magda Posluszny

Associate

Konstantin Schmeisser

Associate

Leonard Schmid

Senior Associate

Michael Schuster

Founder and Managing Partner, CIO

Andreas Schwarzenbrunner

Principal

Olga Shikhantsova

Partner

Michael Sieghart

CFO, Managing Partner and Managing Director

Sameer Singh

Venture Partner

Evgeny Slavin

Senior Associate

Philip Specht

Senior Associate

Katharine Spooner

Principal

Katharine Spooner

Senior Associate

Philipp Stangl

Investment Manager

Jürgen Wahl

Venture Partner

Werner Zahnt

Founding Partner, Corporate Development

Sophia Escheu

Associate

Maximilian Wilhelm

Senior Associate

Victor Huerbe

Principal

Past deals in Central Europe

Pliant

Series B in 2025
Pliant is a European fintech company based in Berlin, founded in 2020, that specializes in B2B payment solutions. Its modular, API-first platform is designed to streamline spending, improve cash flow, and integrate payments into existing financial workflows, catering particularly to industries with complex payment requirements such as travel and fleet management. Pliant offers services to two main customer segments: businesses seeking to optimize their operational processes through user-friendly applications and APIs, and financial service providers aiming to enhance their credit card offerings via Pliant's embedded finance and white-label solutions. As a licensed e-money institution, Pliant issues Visa-powered credit cards in 11 currencies across more than 30 countries, serving over 3,500 businesses and over 20 partners globally. The platform allows companies to manage expenses and credit limits easily, promoting efficiency and financial flexibility without the need for traditional bank loans.

Prewave

Series B in 2024
Prewave GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, that specializes in developing machine learning solutions for supply chain risk management. Founded in 2017, Prewave's platform utilizes advanced data analytics to analyze social media data, allowing businesses to monitor for potential supply chain anomalies. By predicting upcoming risk events, the platform helps companies enhance their logistics networks and identify sustainability challenges. Through its innovative approach, Prewave aims to provide organizations with insights that enable them to proactively address risks within their supply chains.

Inkitt

Series C in 2024
Inkitt GmbH operates an online community that connects writers and readers, facilitating the sharing and promotion of stories across various genres, including horror, romance, and sci-fi. Founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, the company publishes books using crowd wisdom and data-driven insights to predict future bestsellers. Its core platform, Inkitt, allows authors to share their works in progress and receive feedback from readers, who can access these manuscripts for free for a limited time. In addition to Inkitt, the company also operates Galatea, which sells optimized stories in a chapter-by-chapter format, and GalateaTV, which adapts successful e-books into short-form television series. Inkitt's proprietary ReadRank algorithm identifies high-potential stories, enhancing the overall user experience and driving its publishing success. The company aims to leverage AI for hyper-personalization, tailoring stories to individual reader preferences across multiple media formats.

Tuum

Series B in 2024
Tuum is a cloud-native banking platform that is spearheading the next generation of digital innovation in the financial services industry. Built around a microservices architecture, the platform consists of flexible and independent modules covering all retail and business banking capabilities. The platform is API-based for quick and easy integration and can run on all major cloud providers, as well as on private clouds. Founded by a team of banking and technology experts in 2019, Tuum combines technological excellence with in-depth banking knowledge and packages it into a sophisticated, cutting-edge platform. Tuum currently employs over 60 people with offices in Tallinn, Berlin and Malaga.

Refurbed

Series C in 2023
Refurbed GmbH is an online marketplace based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the sale of refurbished electronic goods. Founded in 2017, the company offers a wide range of products, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, TVs, smartwatches, headphones, consoles, cameras, and kitchen appliances. Refurbed distinguishes itself by providing refurbished devices that are renewed through a meticulous 40-step process, ensuring they look and function like new while being offered at prices up to 40% lower than new items. Additionally, all products come with a minimum 12-month guarantee, making them a more environmentally friendly and cost-effective choice for consumers.

Resourcify

Series A in 2023
Resourcify GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, operates a comprehensive cloud platform designed to streamline waste management and recycling operations for businesses. The platform offers features such as container pick-up and exchange services, waste collection information, and documentation generation, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By digitizing waste management processes, Resourcify enables organizations to efficiently manage, track, and enhance their recycling efforts while significantly reducing administrative burdens and costs—reportedly by up to 40% compared to traditional methods. Trusted by leading companies across various sectors, Resourcify aims to foster a zero-waste future and improve sustainability practices through its innovative solutions, ultimately enhancing recycling rates and revenue from recyclable materials.

TIER Mobility

Convertible Note in 2023
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

Prewave

Series A in 2023
Prewave GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, that specializes in developing machine learning solutions for supply chain risk management. Founded in 2017, Prewave's platform utilizes advanced data analytics to analyze social media data, allowing businesses to monitor for potential supply chain anomalies. By predicting upcoming risk events, the platform helps companies enhance their logistics networks and identify sustainability challenges. Through its innovative approach, Prewave aims to provide organizations with insights that enable them to proactively address risks within their supply chains.

doctorly

Series A in 2023
Doctorly GmbH is a health tech company based in Berlin, Germany, that specializes in a cloud-based practice management platform for healthcare professionals. Founded in 2017, Doctorly offers a comprehensive software-as-a-service solution designed to enhance efficiency and reduce costs for doctors. The platform includes features such as digital booking, video conferencing, electronic health records, and patient health analysis. Additionally, it facilitates seamless integration with other tools and workflows in the healthcare sector, allowing for improved connectivity between doctors and patients. Doctorly aims to drive meaningful change within the healthcare industry by providing innovative digital solutions that streamline practice management.

Bliq

Series A in 2022
Bliq GmbH, founded in 2019 and based in Berlin, Germany, develops application software tailored for rideshare and delivery drivers. The company's flagship product, the "Bliq Ride" app, enables gig workers in the transport sector to streamline their daily operations by allowing them to accept or reject orders from multiple platforms. By leveraging traffic data and crowd-sourced information, Bliq aims to enhance the productivity and efficiency of its users. With a team of 25 employees, the company continues to focus on supporting the needs of the growing gig economy.

Shapr3D

Series B in 2022
Shapr3D is a 3D multi-platform CAD modeling application designed for Windows, macOS, and iPad Pro, offering a unique and precise 3D modeling experience. Launched in 2015 and headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, the app caters to a diverse range of users, including engineers, industrial designers, jewelry makers, 3D hobbyists, and architects, regardless of their experience level. Its advanced geometric modeling engine combines the capabilities of traditional MCAD software with the user-friendly approach of SketchUp, allowing users to create detailed models directly on their tablets. This innovative tool enables seamless transfer of designs to other software, enhancing productivity for professionals in various fields.

Prewave

Series A in 2022
Prewave GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, that specializes in developing machine learning solutions for supply chain risk management. Founded in 2017, Prewave's platform utilizes advanced data analytics to analyze social media data, allowing businesses to monitor for potential supply chain anomalies. By predicting upcoming risk events, the platform helps companies enhance their logistics networks and identify sustainability challenges. Through its innovative approach, Prewave aims to provide organizations with insights that enable them to proactively address risks within their supply chains.

Ledgy

Series B in 2022
Ledgy is a Swiss company founded in 2017 by Ben Brandt, Timo Horstschaefer, and Yoko Spirig, specializing in a platform for managing equity capital and employee participation. The platform offers a streamlined approach to overseeing vesting plans, phantom programs, and numbered shares, enhancing transparency in the equity management process. By digitizing these elements, Ledgy provides entrepreneurs and shareholders with valuable insights into their capital tables, funding rounds, and exit negotiations, facilitating better decision-making and clarity for all stakeholders involved.

Upvest

Series B in 2022
Upvest GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Vaduz, Liechtenstein, specializes in providing a blockchain application programming interface (API) that allows businesses to create tailored investment experiences for their customers. The company’s single investment API and digital infrastructure enable financial institutions to seamlessly integrate and offer customized investment products, including the ability to configure savings plans and facilitate micro-investing through roundups. Upvest supports a variety of decentralized applications, tokenized platforms, exchanges, and wallet services, connecting them with major open-source protocols such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. The modular design of their offerings ensures that businesses can easily adapt and scale their investment solutions while receiving comprehensive support for licenses and vendor management, as well as back-office operations.

CoachHub

Series C in 2022
CoachHub is a digital learning and coaching platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing personalized video coaching sessions with experienced business coaches, complemented by tailored micro-learning content. The platform is designed to facilitate coaching for employees across various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, financial services, healthcare, and technology, among others. CoachHub's offerings include AI-enabled coaching and data-driven insights that allow organizations to create scalable and measurable coaching programs for their workforce, regardless of department or seniority level. By enabling remote and online coaching, CoachHub ensures that employees can access development opportunities from any location, fostering growth and talent development within organizations.

Friday Finance

Series A in 2022
Friday Finance is a financial management platform tailored for startups and small to medium-sized businesses in Europe. Established in 2021 and based in Berlin, the company aims to simplify B2B finance by offering an integrated solution for collecting, paying, and financing invoices. By connecting with users' existing bank accounts, Friday Finance provides real-time insights into cash flow, enabling businesses to pay bills, create financial forecasts, and streamline month-end processes. The platform enhances control and visibility while automating various financial tasks, allowing modern finance teams to operate more efficiently from a single interface.

Bliq

Series A in 2022
Bliq GmbH, founded in 2019 and based in Berlin, Germany, develops application software tailored for rideshare and delivery drivers. The company's flagship product, the "Bliq Ride" app, enables gig workers in the transport sector to streamline their daily operations by allowing them to accept or reject orders from multiple platforms. By leveraging traffic data and crowd-sourced information, Bliq aims to enhance the productivity and efficiency of its users. With a team of 25 employees, the company continues to focus on supporting the needs of the growing gig economy.

Resourcify

Venture Round in 2022
Resourcify GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, operates a comprehensive cloud platform designed to streamline waste management and recycling operations for businesses. The platform offers features such as container pick-up and exchange services, waste collection information, and documentation generation, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By digitizing waste management processes, Resourcify enables organizations to efficiently manage, track, and enhance their recycling efforts while significantly reducing administrative burdens and costs—reportedly by up to 40% compared to traditional methods. Trusted by leading companies across various sectors, Resourcify aims to foster a zero-waste future and improve sustainability practices through its innovative solutions, ultimately enhancing recycling rates and revenue from recyclable materials.

remberg

Series A in 2022
remberg GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in a cloud-based Asset-Relationship-Management System designed for manufacturers, service providers, and operators. The remberg asset platform facilitates collaboration among industrial workers, AI copilots, and agents throughout the entire lifecycle of assets. It aims to optimize maintenance processes for industrial machinery by managing the complete service lifecycle, from initial inquiries to work order completion. This comprehensive platform enables organizations to efficiently oversee their systems and equipment in a centralized location.

Blloc

Seed Round in 2022
Blloc GmbH is a Berlin-based company that manufactures the BllocZero18, a minimalist smartphone designed to enhance users' digital experience. The company also develops a mobile application that aims to reduce screen time and help users regain control over their digital lives. Through its intuitive design, native widgets, and unified messaging, Blloc's products encourage a more focused and productive relationship with technology. Blloc's offerings are available for purchase online, making them accessible to a wide audience.

Billie

Series C in 2021
Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in providing innovative financial solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services, addressing the order-to-cash challenges faced by businesses. Billie’s platform enables SMEs to manage their working capital more effectively through fully automated invoice financing. Additionally, the company provides a pay-after-delivery product for B2B online merchants, allowing them to secure better payment terms. By leveraging big data analytics and digital processes, Billie facilitates instant financing at the point of sale, helping SMEs streamline their invoicing and payment processes while avoiding hidden fees and excessive paperwork.

TIER Mobility

Series D in 2021
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

Inkitt

Series B in 2021
Inkitt GmbH operates an online community that connects writers and readers, facilitating the sharing and promotion of stories across various genres, including horror, romance, and sci-fi. Founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, the company publishes books using crowd wisdom and data-driven insights to predict future bestsellers. Its core platform, Inkitt, allows authors to share their works in progress and receive feedback from readers, who can access these manuscripts for free for a limited time. In addition to Inkitt, the company also operates Galatea, which sells optimized stories in a chapter-by-chapter format, and GalateaTV, which adapts successful e-books into short-form television series. Inkitt's proprietary ReadRank algorithm identifies high-potential stories, enhancing the overall user experience and driving its publishing success. The company aims to leverage AI for hyper-personalization, tailoring stories to individual reader preferences across multiple media formats.

Schüttflix

Venture Round in 2021
Schüttflix GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Gütersloh, Germany, operates a digital marketplace and delivery platform for bulk construction supplies, including sand, crushed rock, and gravel. The platform serves as a logistics hub for the construction industry, connecting construction companies with suppliers, waste disposal firms, and freight carriers. By facilitating the ordering, tracking, and management of construction materials through its application, Schüttflix aims to minimize downtime and enhance project efficiency for its users.

CoachHub

Series B in 2021
CoachHub is a digital learning and coaching platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing personalized video coaching sessions with experienced business coaches, complemented by tailored micro-learning content. The platform is designed to facilitate coaching for employees across various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, financial services, healthcare, and technology, among others. CoachHub's offerings include AI-enabled coaching and data-driven insights that allow organizations to create scalable and measurable coaching programs for their workforce, regardless of department or seniority level. By enabling remote and online coaching, CoachHub ensures that employees can access development opportunities from any location, fostering growth and talent development within organizations.

Refurbed

Series B in 2021
Refurbed GmbH is an online marketplace based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the sale of refurbished electronic goods. Founded in 2017, the company offers a wide range of products, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, TVs, smartwatches, headphones, consoles, cameras, and kitchen appliances. Refurbed distinguishes itself by providing refurbished devices that are renewed through a meticulous 40-step process, ensuring they look and function like new while being offered at prices up to 40% lower than new items. Additionally, all products come with a minimum 12-month guarantee, making them a more environmentally friendly and cost-effective choice for consumers.

MyClubs

Series B in 2021
myclubs GmbH is a Vienna-based company that operates a subscription-based digital sports membership platform, launched in 2014. The company aggregates sports facilities and offers a wide range of fitness options, including access to over 1,200 exclusive partner gyms, boutique studios, and fitness classes in Austria and Switzerland. This innovative platform enables customers to book various fitness offerings at a fixed price, ensuring flexibility and convenience. Additionally, myclubs GmbH provides tailored corporate fitness solutions that encourage employee participation in fitness activities for clients such as IBM, Deloitte, and Danone. With a commitment to digitalizing the fitness market, myclubs GmbH aims to become a leading sports provider in the Alpine region, enhancing access to quality fitness resources for both individuals and organizations.

Friday Finance

Seed Round in 2021
Friday Finance is a financial management platform tailored for startups and small to medium-sized businesses in Europe. Established in 2021 and based in Berlin, the company aims to simplify B2B finance by offering an integrated solution for collecting, paying, and financing invoices. By connecting with users' existing bank accounts, Friday Finance provides real-time insights into cash flow, enabling businesses to pay bills, create financial forecasts, and streamline month-end processes. The platform enhances control and visibility while automating various financial tasks, allowing modern finance teams to operate more efficiently from a single interface.

Resourcify

Venture Round in 2021
Resourcify GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, operates a comprehensive cloud platform designed to streamline waste management and recycling operations for businesses. The platform offers features such as container pick-up and exchange services, waste collection information, and documentation generation, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. By digitizing waste management processes, Resourcify enables organizations to efficiently manage, track, and enhance their recycling efforts while significantly reducing administrative burdens and costs—reportedly by up to 40% compared to traditional methods. Trusted by leading companies across various sectors, Resourcify aims to foster a zero-waste future and improve sustainability practices through its innovative solutions, ultimately enhancing recycling rates and revenue from recyclable materials.

Friday Finance

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Friday Finance is a financial management platform tailored for startups and small to medium-sized businesses in Europe. Established in 2021 and based in Berlin, the company aims to simplify B2B finance by offering an integrated solution for collecting, paying, and financing invoices. By connecting with users' existing bank accounts, Friday Finance provides real-time insights into cash flow, enabling businesses to pay bills, create financial forecasts, and streamline month-end processes. The platform enhances control and visibility while automating various financial tasks, allowing modern finance teams to operate more efficiently from a single interface.

CoachHub

Series B in 2020
CoachHub is a digital learning and coaching platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing personalized video coaching sessions with experienced business coaches, complemented by tailored micro-learning content. The platform is designed to facilitate coaching for employees across various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, financial services, healthcare, and technology, among others. CoachHub's offerings include AI-enabled coaching and data-driven insights that allow organizations to create scalable and measurable coaching programs for their workforce, regardless of department or seniority level. By enabling remote and online coaching, CoachHub ensures that employees can access development opportunities from any location, fostering growth and talent development within organizations.

Xapix

Seed Round in 2020
Xapix, Inc. operates an online platform that enables enterprise developers to discover, integrate, and manage data and services from various providers. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco with an additional office in Berlin, the company specializes in combining data endpoints into a unified application programming interface (API), facilitating data mapping across different formats. Xapix also offers a suite of tools aimed at e-commerce leaders, including a personal Amazon AI Operations Assistant that supports financial and operational analysis, alerts, and optimizations to enhance sales and profitability. Its analytics platform centralizes essential data and delivers artificial intelligence-driven recommendations, thereby assisting digital-first retailers in acquiring, managing, and scaling their brands through automated product portfolio management. This enables clients to gain performance insights, measure growth, and maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace.

Bitpanda

Series A in 2020
Bitpanda GmbH is a digital assets platform based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2014. The company facilitates the buying and selling of cryptocurrencies, fractional stocks, and precious metals, aiming to simplify access to financial markets for users. Its platform offers features such as low fees, 24/7 trading, real-time settlement, and various payment options, allowing users to manage their investments conveniently. Bitpanda also provides a debit card that enables users to spend their investments like cash, further enhancing the accessibility and usability of digital assets.

zerolens

Seed Round in 2020
Zerolens GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Vienna, Austria, develops a virtual 3D photo studio application available on both web and mobile platforms. This innovative solution assists brands in creating professional images for various marketing purposes, including bundles, banners, ads, and social media content. The software features a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface that allows users to design, arrange, and export high-quality product images efficiently. By simplifying the photo shooting process, Zerolens empowers creatives and businesses to enhance their marketing activities through visually appealing content.

CANDIS

Series B in 2020
CANDIS GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in automated accounting software tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises. The company leverages artificial intelligence to streamline financial processes, including invoice collection, data capture, pre-accounting, and payment management. By integrating with bank accounts, credit cards, and online payment systems, CANDIS provides real-time insights into financial obligations and outstanding invoices, facilitating improved collaboration among finance teams and tax advisors. With a customer base comprising thousands of users, CANDIS is committed to advancing its technology to enhance the efficiency of financial workflows.

doctorly

Seed Round in 2020
Doctorly GmbH is a health tech company based in Berlin, Germany, that specializes in a cloud-based practice management platform for healthcare professionals. Founded in 2017, Doctorly offers a comprehensive software-as-a-service solution designed to enhance efficiency and reduce costs for doctors. The platform includes features such as digital booking, video conferencing, electronic health records, and patient health analysis. Additionally, it facilitates seamless integration with other tools and workflows in the healthcare sector, allowing for improved connectivity between doctors and patients. Doctorly aims to drive meaningful change within the healthcare industry by providing innovative digital solutions that streamline practice management.

Bloom Diagnostics

Series B in 2020
Bloom Diagnostics AG is a Swiss company headquartered in Zurich, with additional offices in Vienna and New York. It specializes in developing innovative diagnostic devices that empower users to monitor, maintain, and enhance their health. The company has created a software-based home test kit that utilizes a small blood sample to provide insights into various health metrics. This tool leverages advanced algorithms and machine learning to deliver real-time feedback on health and blood markers, allowing users to gain valuable information about their well-being. By offering anonymized medical data through its analytics platform, Bloom Diagnostics aims to facilitate personal health management and inform users about their future health trajectories, including fertility projections.

Schüttflix

Venture Round in 2020
Schüttflix GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Gütersloh, Germany, operates a digital marketplace and delivery platform for bulk construction supplies, including sand, crushed rock, and gravel. The platform serves as a logistics hub for the construction industry, connecting construction companies with suppliers, waste disposal firms, and freight carriers. By facilitating the ordering, tracking, and management of construction materials through its application, Schüttflix aims to minimize downtime and enhance project efficiency for its users.

Bitpanda

Venture Round in 2020
Bitpanda GmbH is a digital assets platform based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2014. The company facilitates the buying and selling of cryptocurrencies, fractional stocks, and precious metals, aiming to simplify access to financial markets for users. Its platform offers features such as low fees, 24/7 trading, real-time settlement, and various payment options, allowing users to manage their investments conveniently. Bitpanda also provides a debit card that enables users to spend their investments like cash, further enhancing the accessibility and usability of digital assets.

Planetly

Seed Round in 2020
Planetly is a Berlin-based company that provides software solutions for carbon management, enabling organizations to analyze, reduce, and offset their carbon footprints. The platform offers comprehensive insights into carbon emissions by collecting and processing data from various departments within a business. This analysis helps companies identify effective strategies for reducing emissions in a pragmatic manner. Planetly serves a diverse range of sectors, including banking, insurance, professional services, manufacturing, retail, and information technology. By promoting transparency and actionable strategies, Planetly aims to equip businesses with the tools necessary to fulfill their environmental responsibilities and contribute to addressing the climate crisis.

FinCompare - Smarter Business Finance

Series A in 2020
FinCompare was founded by Stephan Heller and is a fintech startup that helps businesses to find, compare, and close the financing solutions. Via the online platform, companies can access a wide range of financing options. They can independently compare offers from well-known banks, fintechs, and alternative financial services providers in Germany and close the financing. The company also offers a convenient one-stop destination for all financing questions relating to the company. FinCompare financing solutions including corporate loan, factoring, company leasing/hire purchase, warehouse financing, fine trading/purchase financing, and mezzanine capital. It simplifies the financing process with its digital application process and can thus provide your company financing. The company allows SMEs to receive and compare various offers for loans. FinCompare was founded in October 2016 by Stephan Heller and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

ready2order

Seed Round in 2020
ready2order is a fintech platform designed to support small and medium-sized businesses by offering a comprehensive digital cash-register application. Launched in 2015, the platform has successfully simplified operations for over 10,000 entrepreneurs, helping them manage various aspects of their businesses, including cash book maintenance, employee management, sales tracking, inventory management, and compliance with regulations. As ready2order expands into the German market, it aims to enhance the capabilities of small businesses, allowing them to navigate the complexities of self-employment and economic challenges more effectively. The company's mission focuses on empowering entrepreneurs with smart software solutions, enabling them to focus on their core passions while reducing administrative burdens. Through collaboration with experts in tax consulting, business, and law, ready2order strives to create tools that foster independence and clarity for small business owners, ultimately enhancing their operational freedom and economic potential.

Gronda

Venture Round in 2020
Gronda GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Wattens, Austria, operates the world's largest online community for culinary professionals, including chefs, waiters, and baristas. The platform, which serves users in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy, empowers chefs to showcase their culinary creations, connect with a global audience, and monetize their recipes. Gronda aims to preserve culinary knowledge by enabling chefs to document and share their work, inspiring future generations and fostering innovation within the culinary industry. Key features of the platform include chef portfolios for building an online presence, recipe sharing to inspire millions, and community-building tools that connect chefs and food enthusiasts. With over 1.1 million chefs worldwide and more than 170,000 creations shared, Gronda has established itself as a vital resource in the culinary landscape, receiving high ratings from its users.

CoachHub

Series A in 2019
CoachHub is a digital learning and coaching platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing personalized video coaching sessions with experienced business coaches, complemented by tailored micro-learning content. The platform is designed to facilitate coaching for employees across various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, financial services, healthcare, and technology, among others. CoachHub's offerings include AI-enabled coaching and data-driven insights that allow organizations to create scalable and measurable coaching programs for their workforce, regardless of department or seniority level. By enabling remote and online coaching, CoachHub ensures that employees can access development opportunities from any location, fostering growth and talent development within organizations.

remberg

Seed Round in 2019
remberg GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in a cloud-based Asset-Relationship-Management System designed for manufacturers, service providers, and operators. The remberg asset platform facilitates collaboration among industrial workers, AI copilots, and agents throughout the entire lifecycle of assets. It aims to optimize maintenance processes for industrial machinery by managing the complete service lifecycle, from initial inquiries to work order completion. This comprehensive platform enables organizations to efficiently oversee their systems and equipment in a centralized location.

TIER Mobility

Series B in 2019
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

Inkitt

Series A in 2019
Inkitt GmbH operates an online community that connects writers and readers, facilitating the sharing and promotion of stories across various genres, including horror, romance, and sci-fi. Founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, the company publishes books using crowd wisdom and data-driven insights to predict future bestsellers. Its core platform, Inkitt, allows authors to share their works in progress and receive feedback from readers, who can access these manuscripts for free for a limited time. In addition to Inkitt, the company also operates Galatea, which sells optimized stories in a chapter-by-chapter format, and GalateaTV, which adapts successful e-books into short-form television series. Inkitt's proprietary ReadRank algorithm identifies high-potential stories, enhancing the overall user experience and driving its publishing success. The company aims to leverage AI for hyper-personalization, tailoring stories to individual reader preferences across multiple media formats.

Billie

Series B in 2019
Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in providing innovative financial solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services, addressing the order-to-cash challenges faced by businesses. Billie’s platform enables SMEs to manage their working capital more effectively through fully automated invoice financing. Additionally, the company provides a pay-after-delivery product for B2B online merchants, allowing them to secure better payment terms. By leveraging big data analytics and digital processes, Billie facilitates instant financing at the point of sale, helping SMEs streamline their invoicing and payment processes while avoiding hidden fees and excessive paperwork.

aucobo

Series A in 2019
Aucobo GmbH, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in the production of smartwatches designed specifically for industrial use. These devices enhance communication among employees and streamline processes on the shop floor. By providing real-time pick-up instructions and feedback functions, Aucobo's smartwatches enable manufacturers to gather high-quality data, improving operational efficiency. The technology facilitates effective machine operation and monitoring through a mobile application, connecting various systems to reduce media discontinuity and eliminate unnecessary tasks. Ultimately, Aucobo aims to boost the productivity of both machines and personnel in industrial settings.

EstateGuru

Venture Round in 2019
Estateguru is a leading Pan-European marketplace that facilitates property-backed loans for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) while providing investment opportunities for a global investor base. The platform creates a digital and borderless ecosystem for real estate financing, connecting various service providers, SMEs, and investors in a single marketplace. By doing so, it offers a unique service that bypasses traditional banks and financial institutions, allowing for seamless cross-border transactions. Estateguru enhances returns for investors and expands borrowing options for businesses by managing short-term asset-backed property finance. With a team of 117 professionals from 21 nationalities, the company operates from locations including Berlin, Manchester, Helsinki, Yerevan, Tallinn, Riga, and Vilnius.

zerolens

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Zerolens GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Vienna, Austria, develops a virtual 3D photo studio application available on both web and mobile platforms. This innovative solution assists brands in creating professional images for various marketing purposes, including bundles, banners, ads, and social media content. The software features a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface that allows users to design, arrange, and export high-quality product images efficiently. By simplifying the photo shooting process, Zerolens empowers creatives and businesses to enhance their marketing activities through visually appealing content.

Refurbed

Seed Round in 2019
Refurbed GmbH is an online marketplace based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the sale of refurbished electronic goods. Founded in 2017, the company offers a wide range of products, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, TVs, smartwatches, headphones, consoles, cameras, and kitchen appliances. Refurbed distinguishes itself by providing refurbished devices that are renewed through a meticulous 40-step process, ensuring they look and function like new while being offered at prices up to 40% lower than new items. Additionally, all products come with a minimum 12-month guarantee, making them a more environmentally friendly and cost-effective choice for consumers.

Xapix

Seed Round in 2019
Xapix, Inc. operates an online platform that enables enterprise developers to discover, integrate, and manage data and services from various providers. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco with an additional office in Berlin, the company specializes in combining data endpoints into a unified application programming interface (API), facilitating data mapping across different formats. Xapix also offers a suite of tools aimed at e-commerce leaders, including a personal Amazon AI Operations Assistant that supports financial and operational analysis, alerts, and optimizations to enhance sales and profitability. Its analytics platform centralizes essential data and delivers artificial intelligence-driven recommendations, thereby assisting digital-first retailers in acquiring, managing, and scaling their brands through automated product portfolio management. This enables clients to gain performance insights, measure growth, and maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace.

CoachHub

Seed Round in 2018
CoachHub is a digital learning and coaching platform based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing personalized video coaching sessions with experienced business coaches, complemented by tailored micro-learning content. The platform is designed to facilitate coaching for employees across various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, financial services, healthcare, and technology, among others. CoachHub's offerings include AI-enabled coaching and data-driven insights that allow organizations to create scalable and measurable coaching programs for their workforce, regardless of department or seniority level. By enabling remote and online coaching, CoachHub ensures that employees can access development opportunities from any location, fostering growth and talent development within organizations.

Fraugster

Series B in 2018
Fraugster, established in 2014, is a German-Israeli company headquartered in Leeds, UK. It specializes in designing and building advanced anti-fraud systems, using artificial intelligence and behavioral analytics to predict and prevent fraudulent attacks in real-time. The company's platform mimics human analyst thought processes, enabling clients to minimize cyber threats, reduce fraudulent transactions, and increase conversion rates. Additionally, Fraugster offers Fraugster Academy, providing educational courses in areas such as coding and forensic profiling.

TIER Mobility

Series A in 2018
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

TIER Mobility

Seed Round in 2018
TIER Mobility GmbH is a Berlin-based shared micro-mobility provider founded in 2018, specializing in electric kick scooters, e-bikes, and e-mopeds for local commuting. The company aims to transform urban mobility by offering users a convenient way to access light electric vehicles through its application software, which allows them to locate and book available scooters. TIER is dedicated to promoting climate neutrality and reducing urban dependence on cars, contributing to a more sustainable and livable environment. Through its proprietary Energy Network, TIER strives to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of its services, thereby supporting cities in their efforts to improve mobility solutions.

Playbrush

Convertible Note in 2018
Playbrush GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Vienna, Austria, develops innovative smart devices that enhance the tooth brushing experience for children. The company’s flagship product is a colorful smart toothbrush attachment that transforms any manual toothbrush into a gaming controller. This device allows users to control interactive mobile games through their brushing movements, making oral hygiene routines engaging and enjoyable. Playbrush incorporates personalized feedback, statistics, and rewards to promote effective brushing habits. In addition to the attachment, the company offers a suite of games, a data monitoring application for parents, and regular supplies of toothbrushes and toothpaste. Playbrush products are available online and through various retailers in Australia, the United Kingdom, and other international markets.

CANDIS

Series A in 2018
CANDIS GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in automated accounting software tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises. The company leverages artificial intelligence to streamline financial processes, including invoice collection, data capture, pre-accounting, and payment management. By integrating with bank accounts, credit cards, and online payment systems, CANDIS provides real-time insights into financial obligations and outstanding invoices, facilitating improved collaboration among finance teams and tax advisors. With a customer base comprising thousands of users, CANDIS is committed to advancing its technology to enhance the efficiency of financial workflows.

indoo.rs

Seed Round in 2018
indoo.rs GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Brunn am Gebirge, Austria, specializes in indoor mapping, localization, and routing technology. The company offers a mobile SDK that provides real-time positioning and navigation updates within indoor spaces, utilizing a combination of Wi-Fi, sensor fusion, iBeacon technology, and dead-reckoning algorithms to achieve accuracy down to 2 meters. indoo.rs enables developers and app agencies to easily integrate indoor navigation capabilities into their applications, offering features such as routing, analytics, and white-label solutions. Its technology supports various applications, including wayfinding in airports and shopping malls, location-based advertising, and asset tracking in manufacturing. Additionally, indoo.rs provides consultancy, training, and professional services to assist developers in utilizing its SDK and customizing solutions for specific needs. The company operates as a subsidiary of Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.

FinCompare - Smarter Business Finance

Series A in 2018
FinCompare was founded by Stephan Heller and is a fintech startup that helps businesses to find, compare, and close the financing solutions. Via the online platform, companies can access a wide range of financing options. They can independently compare offers from well-known banks, fintechs, and alternative financial services providers in Germany and close the financing. The company also offers a convenient one-stop destination for all financing questions relating to the company. FinCompare financing solutions including corporate loan, factoring, company leasing/hire purchase, warehouse financing, fine trading/purchase financing, and mezzanine capital. It simplifies the financing process with its digital application process and can thus provide your company financing. The company allows SMEs to receive and compare various offers for loans. FinCompare was founded in October 2016 by Stephan Heller and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Habitalix

Seed Round in 2018
Habitalix GmbH, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing real estate management software aimed at efficiently managing private properties and apartment buildings. The company's platform provides comprehensive services including rental management, tax control, cost monitoring, support for construction projects, monthly billing, and the analysis and implementation of new legal provisions relevant to the real estate sector. Through its software, Habitalix empowers property owners with essential information and insights, enabling them to make informed decisions regarding their real estate assets.

Prewave

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Prewave GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, that specializes in developing machine learning solutions for supply chain risk management. Founded in 2017, Prewave's platform utilizes advanced data analytics to analyze social media data, allowing businesses to monitor for potential supply chain anomalies. By predicting upcoming risk events, the platform helps companies enhance their logistics networks and identify sustainability challenges. Through its innovative approach, Prewave aims to provide organizations with insights that enable them to proactively address risks within their supply chains.

CodeBerry Programming School

Funding Round in 2018
CodeBerry Programming School, founded in 2016 by András P. Tóth, Dávid Veszelovszki, László Békéssy, and Ádám Freisinger, is an online educational platform based in Budapest, Hungary, specializing in computer programming courses. The school provides a variety of web programming lessons, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Node.js, and Git. CodeBerry's platform is designed to make coding accessible to individuals of all skill levels, offering lessons in their native language and featuring interactive assignments. This approach allows learners to acquire programming skills from scratch, even without prior experience.

Tripmakery

Venture Round in 2018
Tripmakery is an online booking platform that specializes in group accommodations across Europe. Founded in 2015 by Robert Sasse and Ajmal Said in Vienna, it provides an easy-to-use web application for users seeking to book large group stays, with a database of 60,000 group hotels. The platform is designed to automate the booking process for groups of various sizes, from ten to fifty travelers, facilitating seamless arrangements for destinations such as Berlin and Barcelona. Tripmakery also offers quotes from multiple accommodation providers, allowing users to compare options and access detailed information about various travel destinations. The company is supported by venture capital firms and industry veterans, including the founders of one of Germany's largest hotel booking platforms.

Payworks

Series B in 2018
Payworks is a provider of advanced Point of Sale (POS) payment gateway technology, headquartered in Germany with additional offices in the UK, the US, and Poland. The company specializes in enabling developers of POS solutions to seamlessly integrate card payment functionality into their applications, facilitating secure processing of EMV, contactless, and mobile wallet transactions. Payworks' cloud-based platform is designed to make card acceptance at the POS efficient and cost-effective, enhancing the payment experience for businesses. The company serves leading acquirers and payment providers worldwide and was acquired by Visa in July 2019.

Medicus AI

Seed Round in 2018
Medicus AI GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, that specializes in an artificial intelligence-based platform designed to transform complex health data into clear, understandable information. The platform enables users to interpret their medical reports and health data through personalized visualizations, offering insights into biometric data, health profiles, family history, medications, and various test results. By enhancing patient communication and facilitating remote monitoring, Medicus AI empowers individuals to actively engage in their health and well-being decisions. The company serves diagnostic labs and health insurance sectors, having been incorporated in 2015. Through its consumer applications and enterprise software, Medicus AI aims to augment the roles of healthcare providers while making health information more accessible to users.

Billie

Series A in 2017
Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in providing innovative financial solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services, addressing the order-to-cash challenges faced by businesses. Billie’s platform enables SMEs to manage their working capital more effectively through fully automated invoice financing. Additionally, the company provides a pay-after-delivery product for B2B online merchants, allowing them to secure better payment terms. By leveraging big data analytics and digital processes, Billie facilitates instant financing at the point of sale, helping SMEs streamline their invoicing and payment processes while avoiding hidden fees and excessive paperwork.

Aircloak

Venture Round in 2017
Aircloak GmbH is a technology company based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2012. It specializes in developing software solutions that facilitate the legal sharing and monetization of sensitive datasets while ensuring compliance with EU General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). The company's applications focus on fidelity analytics and data masking, enabling sectors such as urban planning, medical research, and geological data monetization to utilize sensitive user data safely. Aircloak's technology features automatic, on-demand anonymization, which allows organizations, including financial services and communication providers, to gain secure insights into sensitive data without compromising privacy.

Inkitt

Seed Round in 2017
Inkitt GmbH operates an online community that connects writers and readers, facilitating the sharing and promotion of stories across various genres, including horror, romance, and sci-fi. Founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, the company publishes books using crowd wisdom and data-driven insights to predict future bestsellers. Its core platform, Inkitt, allows authors to share their works in progress and receive feedback from readers, who can access these manuscripts for free for a limited time. In addition to Inkitt, the company also operates Galatea, which sells optimized stories in a chapter-by-chapter format, and GalateaTV, which adapts successful e-books into short-form television series. Inkitt's proprietary ReadRank algorithm identifies high-potential stories, enhancing the overall user experience and driving its publishing success. The company aims to leverage AI for hyper-personalization, tailoring stories to individual reader preferences across multiple media formats.

MyClubs

Seed Round in 2017
myclubs GmbH is a Vienna-based company that operates a subscription-based digital sports membership platform, launched in 2014. The company aggregates sports facilities and offers a wide range of fitness options, including access to over 1,200 exclusive partner gyms, boutique studios, and fitness classes in Austria and Switzerland. This innovative platform enables customers to book various fitness offerings at a fixed price, ensuring flexibility and convenience. Additionally, myclubs GmbH provides tailored corporate fitness solutions that encourage employee participation in fitness activities for clients such as IBM, Deloitte, and Danone. With a commitment to digitalizing the fitness market, myclubs GmbH aims to become a leading sports provider in the Alpine region, enhancing access to quality fitness resources for both individuals and organizations.

Tripmakery

Seed Round in 2017
Tripmakery is an online booking platform that specializes in group accommodations across Europe. Founded in 2015 by Robert Sasse and Ajmal Said in Vienna, it provides an easy-to-use web application for users seeking to book large group stays, with a database of 60,000 group hotels. The platform is designed to automate the booking process for groups of various sizes, from ten to fifty travelers, facilitating seamless arrangements for destinations such as Berlin and Barcelona. Tripmakery also offers quotes from multiple accommodation providers, allowing users to compare options and access detailed information about various travel destinations. The company is supported by venture capital firms and industry veterans, including the founders of one of Germany's largest hotel booking platforms.

Playbrush

Venture Round in 2017
Playbrush GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Vienna, Austria, develops innovative smart devices that enhance the tooth brushing experience for children. The company’s flagship product is a colorful smart toothbrush attachment that transforms any manual toothbrush into a gaming controller. This device allows users to control interactive mobile games through their brushing movements, making oral hygiene routines engaging and enjoyable. Playbrush incorporates personalized feedback, statistics, and rewards to promote effective brushing habits. In addition to the attachment, the company offers a suite of games, a data monitoring application for parents, and regular supplies of toothbrushes and toothpaste. Playbrush products are available online and through various retailers in Australia, the United Kingdom, and other international markets.

Upvest

Seed Round in 2017
Upvest GmbH, founded in 2017 and based in Vaduz, Liechtenstein, specializes in providing a blockchain application programming interface (API) that allows businesses to create tailored investment experiences for their customers. The company’s single investment API and digital infrastructure enable financial institutions to seamlessly integrate and offer customized investment products, including the ability to configure savings plans and facilitate micro-investing through roundups. Upvest supports a variety of decentralized applications, tokenized platforms, exchanges, and wallet services, connecting them with major open-source protocols such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. The modular design of their offerings ensures that businesses can easily adapt and scale their investment solutions while receiving comprehensive support for licenses and vendor management, as well as back-office operations.

Refurbed

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Refurbed GmbH is an online marketplace based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the sale of refurbished electronic goods. Founded in 2017, the company offers a wide range of products, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, TVs, smartwatches, headphones, consoles, cameras, and kitchen appliances. Refurbed distinguishes itself by providing refurbished devices that are renewed through a meticulous 40-step process, ensuring they look and function like new while being offered at prices up to 40% lower than new items. Additionally, all products come with a minimum 12-month guarantee, making them a more environmentally friendly and cost-effective choice for consumers.

Mikme

Seed Round in 2017
Mikme GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Vienna, Austria, specializes in the production of wireless recording microphones designed for content creators. The company’s flagship product allows users to capture singing, playing, drumming, and speaking with studio-grade audio quality. The Mikme Wireless Recording Microphone connects seamlessly with the free Mikme Recording App, enabling users to record, edit, and share high-quality audio and video content directly from their smartphones. This innovative approach eliminates the need for a separate receiver, allowing users to capture sound at the source and synchronize it with video effortlessly. Mikme GmbH aims to enhance the creative process for users by providing tools that facilitate the easy creation and sharing of audio and video content.

Sipwise

Venture Round in 2017
Sipwise GmbH is an Austrian technology provider based in Brunn am Gebirge, specializing in the design, development, and integration of carrier-grade next-generation communication platforms (NGCP). The company offers a range of products, including sip:providerCE, a software system for VoIP services, and sip:providerPRO, an appliance aimed at service providers for residential and business VoIP services. Sipwise also provides professional consultancy, training programs, and various system assessment services to evaluate deployed systems and network architecture. Their project planning and deployment services encompass network preparation, hardware and software configuration, and custom integration. Additionally, Sipwise offers customer migration services and thorough documentation reviews to assist clients in transitioning to new systems. As of May 2018, Sipwise operates as a subsidiary of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise S.A.

Diagnosia

Seed Round in 2017
Diagnosia is a medical software company that focuses on supporting physicians in clinical decision-making at the point of care. The company's evidence-based diagnostic platform assists medical professionals by providing essential information on drug interactions, adverse drug reactions, and alternative treatment options. This functionality aims to enhance the quality of medical treatment by helping doctors select the most appropriate medications for their patients. Diagnosia's software is utilized in over 70 hospitals and healthcare facilities across both public and private sectors, and its mobile application is recognized as the most widely used doctor's app in Austria.

FinCompare - Smarter Business Finance

Seed Round in 2017
FinCompare was founded by Stephan Heller and is a fintech startup that helps businesses to find, compare, and close the financing solutions. Via the online platform, companies can access a wide range of financing options. They can independently compare offers from well-known banks, fintechs, and alternative financial services providers in Germany and close the financing. The company also offers a convenient one-stop destination for all financing questions relating to the company. FinCompare financing solutions including corporate loan, factoring, company leasing/hire purchase, warehouse financing, fine trading/purchase financing, and mezzanine capital. It simplifies the financing process with its digital application process and can thus provide your company financing. The company allows SMEs to receive and compare various offers for loans. FinCompare was founded in October 2016 by Stephan Heller and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

CodeBerry Programming School

Seed Round in 2017
CodeBerry Programming School, founded in 2016 by András P. Tóth, Dávid Veszelovszki, László Békéssy, and Ádám Freisinger, is an online educational platform based in Budapest, Hungary, specializing in computer programming courses. The school provides a variety of web programming lessons, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Node.js, and Git. CodeBerry's platform is designed to make coding accessible to individuals of all skill levels, offering lessons in their native language and featuring interactive assignments. This approach allows learners to acquire programming skills from scratch, even without prior experience.

Bikemap

Venture Round in 2017
Bikemap GmbH is an online bicycle route application founded in 2007 and based in Vienna, Austria. The platform serves a global community of over 2.3 million users across 100 countries, enabling cyclists to discover, plan, and share cycling routes. Users have contributed more than 4 million cycling routes, making it a comprehensive resource for finding the best paths for cycling. The application offers navigation and tracking services, allowing users to export their routes as GPX or KML files and connect GPS devices to import ride data. Bikemap also provides a Premium subscription that grants access to offline mapping and routing features, enhancing the user experience for those who wish to explore cycling destinations.

Pikd

Seed Round in 2017
Pikd GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Vienna, Austria, specializes in developing software that utilizes artificial intelligence to filter and organize video content. The company's technology leverages sensor and image data to identify specific moments within videos, allowing users to search for and access targeted content efficiently. Pikd offers several tools, including the Content Categorizer for video classification, the Content Sourcing Tool to assist editors in finding relevant material, and a Video Editing Tool for seamless content creation. Additionally, the company's platform employs machine learning to automate tasks across various industries, enabling clients to gain insights and improve workflows.

CANDIS

Venture Round in 2017
CANDIS GmbH, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in automated accounting software tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises. The company leverages artificial intelligence to streamline financial processes, including invoice collection, data capture, pre-accounting, and payment management. By integrating with bank accounts, credit cards, and online payment systems, CANDIS provides real-time insights into financial obligations and outstanding invoices, facilitating improved collaboration among finance teams and tax advisors. With a customer base comprising thousands of users, CANDIS is committed to advancing its technology to enhance the efficiency of financial workflows.

Fraugster

Series A in 2017
Fraugster, established in 2014, is a German-Israeli company headquartered in Leeds, UK. It specializes in designing and building advanced anti-fraud systems, using artificial intelligence and behavioral analytics to predict and prevent fraudulent attacks in real-time. The company's platform mimics human analyst thought processes, enabling clients to minimize cyber threats, reduce fraudulent transactions, and increase conversion rates. Additionally, Fraugster offers Fraugster Academy, providing educational courses in areas such as coding and forensic profiling.

Billie

Seed Round in 2016
Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in providing innovative financial solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services, addressing the order-to-cash challenges faced by businesses. Billie’s platform enables SMEs to manage their working capital more effectively through fully automated invoice financing. Additionally, the company provides a pay-after-delivery product for B2B online merchants, allowing them to secure better payment terms. By leveraging big data analytics and digital processes, Billie facilitates instant financing at the point of sale, helping SMEs streamline their invoicing and payment processes while avoiding hidden fees and excessive paperwork.

Payworks

Series A in 2016
Payworks is a provider of advanced Point of Sale (POS) payment gateway technology, headquartered in Germany with additional offices in the UK, the US, and Poland. The company specializes in enabling developers of POS solutions to seamlessly integrate card payment functionality into their applications, facilitating secure processing of EMV, contactless, and mobile wallet transactions. Payworks' cloud-based platform is designed to make card acceptance at the POS efficient and cost-effective, enhancing the payment experience for businesses. The company serves leading acquirers and payment providers worldwide and was acquired by Visa in July 2019.

Bitmovin

Series A in 2016
Bitmovin Inc specializes in online streaming solutions and server encoding systems, focusing on enhancing the performance and delivery of video content. Founded in 2012, the company offers a cloud-based transcoding platform known as bitcodin, which supports adaptive streaming formats like MPEG-DASH and Apple HLS. Its product suite includes BITDASH, optimized clients for various platforms, and LIBDASH, an official ISO/IEC MPEG-DASH reference software. Additionally, Bitmovin provides an Encoding API for real-time content encoding, a Player for delivering video to devices, and Analytics tools to improve viewer engagement through actionable insights. With offices in San Francisco and Klagenfurt, Austria, Bitmovin also engages in consulting and standardization services related to multimedia technologies, leveraging a strong connection to academic research in the field. The company has formed a strategic partnership with Intertrust Technologies Corporation and is backed by notable investors.

Tradico

Seed Round in 2016
Tradico AG, based in Ruggell, Liechtenstein, specializes in providing bank-independent financial services that facilitate working capital for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in global trade. The company operates an online platform that allows clients to quickly assess payment terms, finance their inventory, and settle supplier invoices without the need for traditional banking processes. By leveraging a straightforward registration process and an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, Tradico enables suppliers and buyers to complete transactions efficiently and reliably. This approach allows buyers to extend their payment timelines while ensuring suppliers receive prompt payments, thus streamlining the financing of trade transactions. As of June 2019, Tradico operates as a subsidiary of Bank Frick & Co. Aktiengesellschaft.

Shapr3D

Seed Round in 2016
Shapr3D is a 3D multi-platform CAD modeling application designed for Windows, macOS, and iPad Pro, offering a unique and precise 3D modeling experience. Launched in 2015 and headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, the app caters to a diverse range of users, including engineers, industrial designers, jewelry makers, 3D hobbyists, and architects, regardless of their experience level. Its advanced geometric modeling engine combines the capabilities of traditional MCAD software with the user-friendly approach of SketchUp, allowing users to create detailed models directly on their tablets. This innovative tool enables seamless transfer of designs to other software, enhancing productivity for professionals in various fields.

Sipwise

Venture Round in 2016
Sipwise GmbH is an Austrian technology provider based in Brunn am Gebirge, specializing in the design, development, and integration of carrier-grade next-generation communication platforms (NGCP). The company offers a range of products, including sip:providerCE, a software system for VoIP services, and sip:providerPRO, an appliance aimed at service providers for residential and business VoIP services. Sipwise also provides professional consultancy, training programs, and various system assessment services to evaluate deployed systems and network architecture. Their project planning and deployment services encompass network preparation, hardware and software configuration, and custom integration. Additionally, Sipwise offers customer migration services and thorough documentation reviews to assist clients in transitioning to new systems. As of May 2018, Sipwise operates as a subsidiary of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise S.A.

indoo.rs

Venture Round in 2016
indoo.rs GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Brunn am Gebirge, Austria, specializes in indoor mapping, localization, and routing technology. The company offers a mobile SDK that provides real-time positioning and navigation updates within indoor spaces, utilizing a combination of Wi-Fi, sensor fusion, iBeacon technology, and dead-reckoning algorithms to achieve accuracy down to 2 meters. indoo.rs enables developers and app agencies to easily integrate indoor navigation capabilities into their applications, offering features such as routing, analytics, and white-label solutions. Its technology supports various applications, including wayfinding in airports and shopping malls, location-based advertising, and asset tracking in manufacturing. Additionally, indoo.rs provides consultancy, training, and professional services to assist developers in utilizing its SDK and customizing solutions for specific needs. The company operates as a subsidiary of Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.

JimDrive

Seed Round in 2016
JimDrive GmbH, based in Stuttgart, Germany, is an automobile club that offers online towing and roadside assistance services to its members across Europe. Established in 2015, the company operates an instant auto-service booking platform, accessible through a mobile application. This platform allows users to book towing and roadside assistance services quickly and efficiently. In addition to towing, JimDrive provides protection against illness and accidents while traveling for a year, enhancing the overall safety and convenience for its members. Currently, JimDrive is undergoing reorganization.

Medicus AI

Angel Round in 2016
Medicus AI GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, that specializes in an artificial intelligence-based platform designed to transform complex health data into clear, understandable information. The platform enables users to interpret their medical reports and health data through personalized visualizations, offering insights into biometric data, health profiles, family history, medications, and various test results. By enhancing patient communication and facilitating remote monitoring, Medicus AI empowers individuals to actively engage in their health and well-being decisions. The company serves diagnostic labs and health insurance sectors, having been incorporated in 2015. Through its consumer applications and enterprise software, Medicus AI aims to augment the roles of healthcare providers while making health information more accessible to users.

Playbrush

Seed Round in 2016
Playbrush GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Vienna, Austria, develops innovative smart devices that enhance the tooth brushing experience for children. The company’s flagship product is a colorful smart toothbrush attachment that transforms any manual toothbrush into a gaming controller. This device allows users to control interactive mobile games through their brushing movements, making oral hygiene routines engaging and enjoyable. Playbrush incorporates personalized feedback, statistics, and rewards to promote effective brushing habits. In addition to the attachment, the company offers a suite of games, a data monitoring application for parents, and regular supplies of toothbrushes and toothpaste. Playbrush products are available online and through various retailers in Australia, the United Kingdom, and other international markets.

Bikemap

Seed Round in 2016
Bikemap GmbH is an online bicycle route application founded in 2007 and based in Vienna, Austria. The platform serves a global community of over 2.3 million users across 100 countries, enabling cyclists to discover, plan, and share cycling routes. Users have contributed more than 4 million cycling routes, making it a comprehensive resource for finding the best paths for cycling. The application offers navigation and tracking services, allowing users to export their routes as GPX or KML files and connect GPS devices to import ride data. Bikemap also provides a Premium subscription that grants access to offline mapping and routing features, enhancing the user experience for those who wish to explore cycling destinations.

Tripmakery

Seed Round in 2016
Tripmakery is an online booking platform that specializes in group accommodations across Europe. Founded in 2015 by Robert Sasse and Ajmal Said in Vienna, it provides an easy-to-use web application for users seeking to book large group stays, with a database of 60,000 group hotels. The platform is designed to automate the booking process for groups of various sizes, from ten to fifty travelers, facilitating seamless arrangements for destinations such as Berlin and Barcelona. Tripmakery also offers quotes from multiple accommodation providers, allowing users to compare options and access detailed information about various travel destinations. The company is supported by venture capital firms and industry veterans, including the founders of one of Germany's largest hotel booking platforms.

indoo.rs

Venture Round in 2015
indoo.rs GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Brunn am Gebirge, Austria, specializes in indoor mapping, localization, and routing technology. The company offers a mobile SDK that provides real-time positioning and navigation updates within indoor spaces, utilizing a combination of Wi-Fi, sensor fusion, iBeacon technology, and dead-reckoning algorithms to achieve accuracy down to 2 meters. indoo.rs enables developers and app agencies to easily integrate indoor navigation capabilities into their applications, offering features such as routing, analytics, and white-label solutions. Its technology supports various applications, including wayfinding in airports and shopping malls, location-based advertising, and asset tracking in manufacturing. Additionally, indoo.rs provides consultancy, training, and professional services to assist developers in utilizing its SDK and customizing solutions for specific needs. The company operates as a subsidiary of Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.

Inkitt

Seed Round in 2015
Inkitt GmbH operates an online community that connects writers and readers, facilitating the sharing and promotion of stories across various genres, including horror, romance, and sci-fi. Founded in 2013 and based in Berlin, the company publishes books using crowd wisdom and data-driven insights to predict future bestsellers. Its core platform, Inkitt, allows authors to share their works in progress and receive feedback from readers, who can access these manuscripts for free for a limited time. In addition to Inkitt, the company also operates Galatea, which sells optimized stories in a chapter-by-chapter format, and GalateaTV, which adapts successful e-books into short-form television series. Inkitt's proprietary ReadRank algorithm identifies high-potential stories, enhancing the overall user experience and driving its publishing success. The company aims to leverage AI for hyper-personalization, tailoring stories to individual reader preferences across multiple media formats.

Cloudo

Seed Round in 2015
Cloudo s.r.o., based in Bratislava, Slovakia, offers a mobile application that enhances user productivity by consolidating access to various cloud applications. The platform allows users to quickly open files stored in Dropbox, assign tasks to team members in Asana, and search across multiple applications, all from a single interface. This streamlined approach enables users to organize their digital resources efficiently and manage their tasks effectively, ultimately improving their overall workflow.

EstateGuru

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Estateguru is a leading Pan-European marketplace that facilitates property-backed loans for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) while providing investment opportunities for a global investor base. The platform creates a digital and borderless ecosystem for real estate financing, connecting various service providers, SMEs, and investors in a single marketplace. By doing so, it offers a unique service that bypasses traditional banks and financial institutions, allowing for seamless cross-border transactions. Estateguru enhances returns for investors and expands borrowing options for businesses by managing short-term asset-backed property finance. With a team of 117 professionals from 21 nationalities, the company operates from locations including Berlin, Manchester, Helsinki, Yerevan, Tallinn, Riga, and Vilnius.
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