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 GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a data analytics platform that utilizes machine learning to predict risks in supply chain networks. By analyzing social media data, Prewave's solution monitors and communicates potential supply chain anomalies, allowing businesses to anticipate upcoming risk events and address sustainability challenges. The company's innovative approach enables organizations to enhance their logistics management and mitigate disruptions through timely and informed decision-making.
Inkitt GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2013 that operates an online community for writers and readers. It provides a platform for authors to share, review, and promote their stories across various genres, including horror, fantasy, romance, sci-fi, and more. Inkitt utilizes a unique data-driven approach to publishing, leveraging crowd wisdom and an algorithm called ReadRank to identify potential bestsellers. The platform allows authors to post their works-in-progress and receive feedback from readers, who can access these manuscripts for free for a limited time. Inkitt also encompasses interconnected applications, including Galatea, which sells optimized stories chapter by chapter, and GalateaTV, which adapts successful e-books into short-form television series. This ecosystem aims to create engaging storytelling experiences across multiple media, with a focus on hyper-personalization through AI to tailor content to individual preferences.
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 GmbH is an online marketplace based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the distribution of refurbished electronic goods. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of products including phones, TVs, tablets, smart watches, laptops, desktops, headphones, consoles, cameras, and kitchen appliances. Refurbed devices undergo a rigorous 40-step renewal process to ensure they look new and function like new. Each device comes with at least a 12-month guarantee. The company aims to provide products that are up to 40% cheaper and 100% more environmentally friendly than brand-new counterparts, making it an attractive option for cost-conscious and eco-friendly consumers.
Resourcify
Series A in 2023
Resourcify GmbH, established in 2015 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in developing and operating a neutral cloud platform for waste management. This platform enables businesses to efficiently manage their waste and recycling operations online, reducing administrative tasks by up to 40% compared to conventional methods. Key features include container pick-up scheduling, real-time collection tracking, documentation management, and legally compliant reporting. Trusted by global corporations such as Cargill and McDonald's, Resourcify aims to facilitate a zero-waste future through digital transformation of recycling processes.
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 GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a data analytics platform that utilizes machine learning to predict risks in supply chain networks. By analyzing social media data, Prewave's solution monitors and communicates potential supply chain anomalies, allowing businesses to anticipate upcoming risk events and address sustainability challenges. The company's innovative approach enables organizations to enhance their logistics management and mitigate disruptions through timely and informed decision-making.
doctorly GmbH is a health technology company based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in a cloud-based practice management platform for healthcare professionals. Founded in 2017, the company offers a comprehensive software-as-a-service solution that streamlines various aspects of medical practice management. Its platform enables digital booking, video conferencing, and the management of electronic health records, enhancing efficiency for doctors while improving patient engagement. Additionally, doctorly provides tools for patient health analysis and integrates with other health industry applications, facilitating seamless connections between healthcare providers and patients. By focusing on innovative digital solutions, doctorly aims to drive meaningful improvements in the healthcare sector on an international scale.
Bliq GmbH, established in 2019 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing application software for gig workers in the transport industry. Its flagship product, Bliq Ride, enables registered drivers to automate their daily tasks by accepting or rejecting orders from multiple platforms simultaneously. The company's mission is to streamline work organization for rideshare and delivery drivers using traffic data, technology, and collective intelligence. As of now, Bliq employs 25 people.
Ledgy is a Zurich-based company founded in July 2017 by Ben Brandt, Timo Horstschaefer, and Yoko Spirig. It specializes in developing a valuation tracking platform that facilitates the management of equity capital and employee participation. The platform simplifies the overview of vesting plans, phantom programs, and numbered shares, effectively digitizing the equity management process. By providing clarity and insights into capital tables, funding rounds, and exit negotiations, Ledgy enhances the ability of entrepreneurs and shareholders to make informed decisions regarding their equity assets.
Prewave GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a data analytics platform that utilizes machine learning to predict risks in supply chain networks. By analyzing social media data, Prewave's solution monitors and communicates potential supply chain anomalies, allowing businesses to anticipate upcoming risk events and address sustainability challenges. The company's innovative approach enables organizations to enhance their logistics management and mitigate disruptions through timely and informed decision-making.
Friday Finance
Series A in 2022
Friday Finance is a financial management platform based in Berlin, Germany, designed for startups and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Europe. Established in 2021, the company aims to simplify B2B finance by offering tools that facilitate the collection, payment, and financing of invoices. Its platform integrates with users' existing bank accounts, providing real-time insights into cash flow while enabling businesses to pay bills, create financial forecasts, and streamline their month-end closing processes. By centralizing various financial functions, Friday Finance enhances control, visibility, and automation for finance teams, ultimately helping businesses save time and operate more efficiently.
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.
Bliq GmbH, established in 2019 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing application software for gig workers in the transport industry. Its flagship product, Bliq Ride, enables registered drivers to automate their daily tasks by accepting or rejecting orders from multiple platforms simultaneously. The company's mission is to streamline work organization for rideshare and delivery drivers using traffic data, technology, and collective intelligence. As of now, Bliq employs 25 people.
Resourcify
Venture Round in 2022
Resourcify GmbH, established in 2015 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in developing and operating a neutral cloud platform for waste management. This platform enables businesses to efficiently manage their waste and recycling operations online, reducing administrative tasks by up to 40% compared to conventional methods. Key features include container pick-up scheduling, real-time collection tracking, documentation management, and legally compliant reporting. Trusted by global corporations such as Cargill and McDonald's, Resourcify aims to facilitate a zero-waste future through digital transformation of recycling processes.
remberg GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, provides a cloud-based Asset-Relationship-Management System designed for manufacturers, service providers, and operators. The company's platform facilitates collaboration among industrial workers, AI systems, and agents throughout the entire lifecycle of assets. It optimizes maintenance processes for industrial machinery by managing the complete service lifecycle, from initial inquiries to work order completion. This integrated approach allows organizations to efficiently handle their systems and equipment in a single, cohesive platform.
Blloc GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in manufacturing the BllocZero18, a minimalist smartphone designed to enhance user focus and productivity. The company also develops a mobile application that transforms the home screen experience, aiming to reduce screen time and encourage a more balanced relationship with technology. Through its intuitive design, native widgets, and unified messaging features, Blloc enables users to prioritize important tasks and optimize their digital interactions. Blloc's products are available for purchase online, reflecting its commitment to providing solutions that foster a more mindful and controlled digital life.
Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup focused on reinventing working capital management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers innovative lending products, including pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services. Billie's platform leverages big data analytics and digitalized processes to provide instant financing at the point-of-sale and streamline invoice factoring, helping SMEs manage their outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork. Additionally, Billie assists B2B online merchants in securing better payment terms through a pay-after-delivery product.
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 GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2013 that operates an online community for writers and readers. It provides a platform for authors to share, review, and promote their stories across various genres, including horror, fantasy, romance, sci-fi, and more. Inkitt utilizes a unique data-driven approach to publishing, leveraging crowd wisdom and an algorithm called ReadRank to identify potential bestsellers. The platform allows authors to post their works-in-progress and receive feedback from readers, who can access these manuscripts for free for a limited time. Inkitt also encompasses interconnected applications, including Galatea, which sells optimized stories chapter by chapter, and GalateaTV, which adapts successful e-books into short-form television series. This ecosystem aims to create engaging storytelling experiences across multiple media, with a focus on hyper-personalization through AI to tailor content to individual preferences.
Schüttflix
Venture Round in 2021
Schüttflix GmbH is a digital marketplace and delivery platform based in Gütersloh, Germany, specializing in the delivery of bulk construction materials such as sand, crushed rock, and gravel. Founded in 2018, the company serves as a logistics hub for the construction industry, connecting construction companies, building material suppliers, waste disposal firms, and freight forwarders through its application. The platform facilitates the ordering, tracking, and management of construction materials, allowing users to streamline their operations, reduce downtime, and enhance project efficiency.
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 GmbH is an online marketplace based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the distribution of refurbished electronic goods. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of products including phones, TVs, tablets, smart watches, laptops, desktops, headphones, consoles, cameras, and kitchen appliances. Refurbed devices undergo a rigorous 40-step renewal process to ensure they look new and function like new. Each device comes with at least a 12-month guarantee. The company aims to provide products that are up to 40% cheaper and 100% more environmentally friendly than brand-new counterparts, making it an attractive option for cost-conscious and eco-friendly consumers.
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 based in Berlin, Germany, designed for startups and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Europe. Established in 2021, the company aims to simplify B2B finance by offering tools that facilitate the collection, payment, and financing of invoices. Its platform integrates with users' existing bank accounts, providing real-time insights into cash flow while enabling businesses to pay bills, create financial forecasts, and streamline their month-end closing processes. By centralizing various financial functions, Friday Finance enhances control, visibility, and automation for finance teams, ultimately helping businesses save time and operate more efficiently.
Resourcify
Venture Round in 2021
Resourcify GmbH, established in 2015 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in developing and operating a neutral cloud platform for waste management. This platform enables businesses to efficiently manage their waste and recycling operations online, reducing administrative tasks by up to 40% compared to conventional methods. Key features include container pick-up scheduling, real-time collection tracking, documentation management, and legally compliant reporting. Trusted by global corporations such as Cargill and McDonald's, Resourcify aims to facilitate a zero-waste future through digital transformation of recycling processes.
Friday Finance
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Friday Finance is a financial management platform based in Berlin, Germany, designed for startups and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Europe. Established in 2021, the company aims to simplify B2B finance by offering tools that facilitate the collection, payment, and financing of invoices. Its platform integrates with users' existing bank accounts, providing real-time insights into cash flow while enabling businesses to pay bills, create financial forecasts, and streamline their month-end closing processes. By centralizing various financial functions, Friday Finance enhances control, visibility, and automation for finance teams, ultimately helping businesses save time and operate more efficiently.
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, Inc. is a technology company that develops an online platform designed for enterprise developers to seamlessly discover, integrate, and manage data and services from various providers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Berlin, Germany, Xapix enables the combination of data endpoints into a unified application programming interface (API) while facilitating data mapping across different formats. The platform also supports e-commerce brand leaders by offering tools such as a personal Amazon AI Operations Assistant, which leverages advanced financial and operational analysis to enhance sales and profitability. Additionally, Xapix provides an analytics and brand insights platform that centralizes key data from multiple sources, delivering artificial intelligence-driven recommendations to help digital-first retailers effectively manage and scale their brands across various marketplaces. This comprehensive approach allows businesses to access performance insights and optimize their operations to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
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, specializes in developing a virtual 3D photo studio accessible via web and mobile applications. The company’s platform provides a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface that enables brands, creatives, and businesses to design, arrange, and export professional-quality product images. Zerolens helps its users create compelling marketing visuals, including images for bundles, banners, advertisements, and social media, while also allowing the generation of GIFs for products. Its innovative solution streamlines the photo shooting process, making it easier for users to achieve optimal results for their marketing initiatives.
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 technology company based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in a cloud-based practice management platform for healthcare professionals. Founded in 2017, the company offers a comprehensive software-as-a-service solution that streamlines various aspects of medical practice management. Its platform enables digital booking, video conferencing, and the management of electronic health records, enhancing efficiency for doctors while improving patient engagement. Additionally, doctorly provides tools for patient health analysis and integrates with other health industry applications, facilitating seamless connections between healthcare providers and patients. By focusing on innovative digital solutions, doctorly aims to drive meaningful improvements in the healthcare sector on an international scale.
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 is a digital marketplace and delivery platform based in Gütersloh, Germany, specializing in the delivery of bulk construction materials such as sand, crushed rock, and gravel. Founded in 2018, the company serves as a logistics hub for the construction industry, connecting construction companies, building material suppliers, waste disposal firms, and freight forwarders through its application. The platform facilitates the ordering, tracking, and management of construction materials, allowing users to streamline their operations, reduce downtime, and enhance project efficiency.
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 software company specializing in intelligent carbon management. It provides a platform that automates the process from data collection to reduction strategies and offsetting measures, helping businesses gain transparency into their carbon footprint and take pragmatic action against climate change. Planetly serves various sectors including banking, insurance, manufacturing, retail, and IT, assisting them in analyzing, reducing, and offsetting their organizational carbon footprints.
FinCompare - Smarter Business Finance
Series A in 2020
FinCompare GmbH is a fintech startup based in Berlin, Germany, that provides a financing platform tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded in October 2016 by Stephan Heller, the company enables businesses to access a wide array of financing options, including corporate loans, factoring, leasing, warehouse financing, and mezzanine capital. Through its online platform, FinCompare allows users to independently compare offers from various banks, fintechs, and alternative financial services providers, simplifying the financing process with a digital application system. This one-stop destination for financing questions empowers SMEs to make informed decisions, facilitating their ability to secure loans from reliable lenders while enhancing risk management.
ready2order
Seed Round in 2020
ready2order is a fintech company that specializes in developing a digital cash-register application aimed at reducing administrative burdens for small and medium-sized businesses. Launched in 2015 as a hobby project, the platform has since streamlined operations for over 10,000 entrepreneurs by offering a comprehensive Point of Sale system. The company is focused on expanding its services to include payment solutions and banking, with particular emphasis on the German market, which presents significant growth potential. By integrating features such as cash book management, data security, employee management, and inventory control, ready2order empowers small businesses to optimize their operations and make informed decisions. The company strives to support entrepreneurs in navigating the complexities of self-employment, allowing them to concentrate on what matters most—their passion and customer service.
Gronda
Venture Round in 2020
Gronda GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Wattens, Austria, operates the world's largest online community dedicated to professionals in the gastronomy, hotel, and catering industries. The platform serves chefs, waiters, baristas, and other industry professionals across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy. Gronda empowers chefs by providing a space to showcase their culinary creations, connect with a global audience, and monetize their recipes. The platform not only facilitates recipe sharing and knowledge exchange but also aims to preserve culinary traditions for future generations. With over 1.1 million chefs engaged, Gronda has established itself as a vital hub for culinary innovation, allowing members to build portfolios, share diverse recipes, and foster connections within a vibrant community. The platform features a vast collection of more than 170,000 shared creations and enjoys a high user satisfaction rating, reflecting its significance in enriching the global culinary landscape.
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, provides a cloud-based Asset-Relationship-Management System designed for manufacturers, service providers, and operators. The company's platform facilitates collaboration among industrial workers, AI systems, and agents throughout the entire lifecycle of assets. It optimizes maintenance processes for industrial machinery by managing the complete service lifecycle, from initial inquiries to work order completion. This integrated approach allows organizations to efficiently handle their systems and equipment in a single, cohesive platform.
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 GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2013 that operates an online community for writers and readers. It provides a platform for authors to share, review, and promote their stories across various genres, including horror, fantasy, romance, sci-fi, and more. Inkitt utilizes a unique data-driven approach to publishing, leveraging crowd wisdom and an algorithm called ReadRank to identify potential bestsellers. The platform allows authors to post their works-in-progress and receive feedback from readers, who can access these manuscripts for free for a limited time. Inkitt also encompasses interconnected applications, including Galatea, which sells optimized stories chapter by chapter, and GalateaTV, which adapts successful e-books into short-form television series. This ecosystem aims to create engaging storytelling experiences across multiple media, with a focus on hyper-personalization through AI to tailor content to individual preferences.
Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup focused on reinventing working capital management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers innovative lending products, including pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services. Billie's platform leverages big data analytics and digitalized processes to provide instant financing at the point-of-sale and streamline invoice factoring, helping SMEs manage their outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork. Additionally, Billie assists B2B online merchants in securing better payment terms through a pay-after-delivery product.
Aucobo GmbH, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in the development of industrial smartwatches aimed at enhancing communication and efficiency on the shop floor. These smartwatches facilitate improved machine operation and monitoring through a mobile application, allowing for seamless information exchange among employees. This technology helps manufacturers streamline processes, generate high-quality data, and boost productivity for both machinery and personnel. Additionally, the watches provide logistics support by delivering immediate pick-up instructions and enabling real-time feedback, ultimately connecting various systems to reduce media discontinuity and eliminate unnecessary work. Aucobo's solutions are designed to empower workers and optimize operational efficiency in industrial settings.
EstateGuru
Venture Round in 2019
EstateGuru is a leading Pan-European marketplace that specializes in facilitating property-backed loans for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and offering investment opportunities to a global investor base. The company aims to create a digital and borderless ecosystem for real estate financing across Europe and beyond. By connecting various service providers, SMEs, and investors, EstateGuru provides a unique, seamless, and cross-border digital service that differentiates it from traditional financial institutions. The platform enhances investment returns for investors while expanding access to financing for borrowers, effectively bypassing conventional banking channels. Headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, EstateGuru employs a diverse team of 117 professionals across multiple locations, including Berlin, Manchester, Helsinki, Yerevan, Riga, and Vilnius.
zerolens
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Zerolens GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Vienna, Austria, specializes in developing a virtual 3D photo studio accessible via web and mobile applications. The company’s platform provides a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface that enables brands, creatives, and businesses to design, arrange, and export professional-quality product images. Zerolens helps its users create compelling marketing visuals, including images for bundles, banners, advertisements, and social media, while also allowing the generation of GIFs for products. Its innovative solution streamlines the photo shooting process, making it easier for users to achieve optimal results for their marketing initiatives.
Adverity GmbH is a technology company that specializes in developing a web-based marketing reporting and analytics platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, Adverity offers a solution that collects, normalizes, and analyzes data from various marketing applications, media tools, and databases. The platform features an API-like connector builder that facilitates data integration and a transformation engine that ensures the creation of clean and accurate datasets. By enabling businesses to blend disparate data from marketing, advertising, and sales, Adverity provides a centralized source of truth for evaluating business performance. The platform automates reporting through shareable dashboards, optimizes marketing campaigns, and enhances data governance, allowing marketing teams to make informed decisions efficiently. Adverity serves notable clients, including Unilever, Bosch, and IKEA, underscoring its relevance in the marketing analytics landscape.
Refurbed
Seed Round in 2019
Refurbed GmbH is an online marketplace based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the distribution of refurbished electronic goods. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of products including phones, TVs, tablets, smart watches, laptops, desktops, headphones, consoles, cameras, and kitchen appliances. Refurbed devices undergo a rigorous 40-step renewal process to ensure they look new and function like new. Each device comes with at least a 12-month guarantee. The company aims to provide products that are up to 40% cheaper and 100% more environmentally friendly than brand-new counterparts, making it an attractive option for cost-conscious and eco-friendly consumers.
Xapix, Inc. is a technology company that develops an online platform designed for enterprise developers to seamlessly discover, integrate, and manage data and services from various providers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Berlin, Germany, Xapix enables the combination of data endpoints into a unified application programming interface (API) while facilitating data mapping across different formats. The platform also supports e-commerce brand leaders by offering tools such as a personal Amazon AI Operations Assistant, which leverages advanced financial and operational analysis to enhance sales and profitability. Additionally, Xapix provides an analytics and brand insights platform that centralizes key data from multiple sources, delivering artificial intelligence-driven recommendations to help digital-first retailers effectively manage and scale their brands across various marketplaces. This comprehensive approach allows businesses to access performance insights and optimize their operations to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
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 specializing in anti-fraud solutions. Headquartered in Leeds, UK, the company designs and builds advanced security systems powered by artificial intelligence and behavioral analytics. Fraugster's platform anticipates and prevents fraudulent attacks in real-time, helping businesses minimize cyber threats and maximize revenues. Additionally, Fraugster Academy offers educational courses to enhance knowledge in fraud prevention and cybersecurity.
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.
Playbrush
Convertible Note in 2018
Playbrush GmbH is an innovative company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2014, that specializes in developing smart devices designed to enhance dental hygiene for children. The company's flagship product, Playbrush, is an attachment that converts any manual toothbrush into a gaming controller, allowing users to engage in interactive mobile games while brushing their teeth. This transformation turns the mundane task of brushing into an exciting adventure, where users can control various activities through their brushing movements. Playbrush provides personalized feedback, statistics, and rewards, making the experience both enjoyable and effective. The company markets its products online and through various retailers in Australia, the United Kingdom, and other international markets, also offering a range of games and a monitoring application for parents to track their children's brushing habits.
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.
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 is a technology research and development company based in Brunn am Gebirge, Austria, specializing in indoor mapping, localization, and routing technology. Established in 2010, the company develops a mobile SDK that facilitates real-time indoor positioning and navigation, utilizing a combination of Wi-Fi, sensor fusion, and iBeacon technology alongside dead-reckoning algorithms to achieve accuracy within 2 meters. indoo.rs provides a comprehensive indoor navigation framework, including tools for developers to create applications that locate users in various indoor environments such as airports and shopping malls. Its offerings include a white-label map application, measurement tools for buildings, and routing services, along with support and training for developers. The technology enables organizations to enhance customer experiences through indoor analytics, navigation solutions, and location-based services, making it a valuable resource for app developers, agencies, and businesses seeking to optimize their indoor navigation capabilities.
FinCompare - Smarter Business Finance
Series A in 2018
FinCompare GmbH is a fintech startup based in Berlin, Germany, that provides a financing platform tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded in October 2016 by Stephan Heller, the company enables businesses to access a wide array of financing options, including corporate loans, factoring, leasing, warehouse financing, and mezzanine capital. Through its online platform, FinCompare allows users to independently compare offers from various banks, fintechs, and alternative financial services providers, simplifying the financing process with a digital application system. This one-stop destination for financing questions empowers SMEs to make informed decisions, facilitating their ability to secure loans from reliable lenders while enhancing risk management.
Habitalix
Seed Round in 2018
Habitalix GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in developing real estate management software aimed at efficiently managing private properties and apartment buildings. Founded by Patrick Lari in 2016, the company provides a digital platform that facilitates various aspects of property management, including rental processing, tax control, cost monitoring, and support for construction measures. Its software also includes features for monthly billing and offers analysis to help property owners navigate new legal provisions in the real estate sector. By equipping property owners with essential tools and insights, Habitalix aims to streamline decision-making and enhance operational efficiency in real estate management.
Prewave
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Prewave GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a data analytics platform that utilizes machine learning to predict risks in supply chain networks. By analyzing social media data, Prewave's solution monitors and communicates potential supply chain anomalies, allowing businesses to anticipate upcoming risk events and address sustainability challenges. The company's innovative approach enables organizations to enhance their logistics management and mitigate disruptions through timely and informed decision-making.
Adverity GmbH is a technology company that specializes in developing a web-based marketing reporting and analytics platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, Adverity offers a solution that collects, normalizes, and analyzes data from various marketing applications, media tools, and databases. The platform features an API-like connector builder that facilitates data integration and a transformation engine that ensures the creation of clean and accurate datasets. By enabling businesses to blend disparate data from marketing, advertising, and sales, Adverity provides a centralized source of truth for evaluating business performance. The platform automates reporting through shareable dashboards, optimizes marketing campaigns, and enhances data governance, allowing marketing teams to make informed decisions efficiently. Adverity serves notable clients, including Unilever, Bosch, and IKEA, underscoring its relevance in the marketing analytics landscape.
Tripmakery
Venture Round in 2018
Tripmakery is an online booking platform that specializes in facilitating group accommodations across Europe. Launched in 2015 by Robert Sasse and Ajmal Said in Vienna, the platform boasts a comprehensive database of 60,000 group hotels, making it a leader in the niche of large group bookings. Tripmakery simplifies the travel planning process by allowing users to compare quotes from multiple accommodation providers, ensuring they find the best options for their needs. Whether organizing trips for small gatherings of ten or larger groups of fifty, Tripmakery automates the booking process, providing detailed information on various travel destinations and enabling users to secure discounts on accommodations. The company is supported by venture capital firms and industry veterans, enhancing its position within the competitive landscape of travel booking.
Payworks is a technology company specializing in next-generation Point of Sale payment gateway solutions. Headquartered in Germany, with additional offices in the UK, the US, and Poland, Payworks offers a cloud-based platform that enables developers to seamlessly integrate card payment functionality into their applications. This technology allows businesses to securely process EMV, contactless, and mobile wallet transactions efficiently at the Point of Sale. By providing its services to leading acquirers and payment providers worldwide, Payworks aims to enhance the payment experience for merchants and customers alike. The company was acquired by Visa in July 2019, further solidifying its position in the payment technology landscape.
Medicus AI
Seed Round in 2018
Medicus AI GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in an artificial intelligence-driven platform that translates complex health data into accessible and understandable formats. Founded in 2015, the company develops software that empowers users to comprehend their medical reports and health information through personalized visualizations. The platform integrates a wide range of health data, including biometric information, vital signs, health profiles, family histories, and results from various medical tests. Medicus AI serves diagnostic labs and health insurance providers, aiming to facilitate effective patient communication and enhance the roles of healthcare professionals through innovative tools for data visualization and remote monitoring. By providing personalized health insights and well-being coaching, the company strives to enable individuals to make informed decisions regarding their health and wellness.
Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup focused on reinventing working capital management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers innovative lending products, including pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services. Billie's platform leverages big data analytics and digitalized processes to provide instant financing at the point-of-sale and streamline invoice factoring, helping SMEs manage their outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork. Additionally, Billie assists B2B online merchants in securing better payment terms through a pay-after-delivery product.
Aircloak
Venture Round in 2017
Aircloak GmbH is a technology company that specializes in data protection solutions, primarily focusing on fidelity analytics and data masking. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, the company develops software that allows for the safe and legal sharing or monetization of sensitive datasets while ensuring compliance with EU General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). Aircloak's applications are utilized in various sectors, including urban planning, medical research, and the monetization of geological data. The company's technology features automatic, on-demand anonymization, enabling organizations in financial services and communications to gain flexible and secure insights from sensitive data while maintaining user privacy.
Inkitt GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2013 that operates an online community for writers and readers. It provides a platform for authors to share, review, and promote their stories across various genres, including horror, fantasy, romance, sci-fi, and more. Inkitt utilizes a unique data-driven approach to publishing, leveraging crowd wisdom and an algorithm called ReadRank to identify potential bestsellers. The platform allows authors to post their works-in-progress and receive feedback from readers, who can access these manuscripts for free for a limited time. Inkitt also encompasses interconnected applications, including Galatea, which sells optimized stories chapter by chapter, and GalateaTV, which adapts successful e-books into short-form television series. This ecosystem aims to create engaging storytelling experiences across multiple media, with a focus on hyper-personalization through AI to tailor content to individual preferences.
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 facilitating group accommodations across Europe. Launched in 2015 by Robert Sasse and Ajmal Said in Vienna, the platform boasts a comprehensive database of 60,000 group hotels, making it a leader in the niche of large group bookings. Tripmakery simplifies the travel planning process by allowing users to compare quotes from multiple accommodation providers, ensuring they find the best options for their needs. Whether organizing trips for small gatherings of ten or larger groups of fifty, Tripmakery automates the booking process, providing detailed information on various travel destinations and enabling users to secure discounts on accommodations. The company is supported by venture capital firms and industry veterans, enhancing its position within the competitive landscape of travel booking.
Playbrush
Venture Round in 2017
Playbrush GmbH is an innovative company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2014, that specializes in developing smart devices designed to enhance dental hygiene for children. The company's flagship product, Playbrush, is an attachment that converts any manual toothbrush into a gaming controller, allowing users to engage in interactive mobile games while brushing their teeth. This transformation turns the mundane task of brushing into an exciting adventure, where users can control various activities through their brushing movements. Playbrush provides personalized feedback, statistics, and rewards, making the experience both enjoyable and effective. The company markets its products online and through various retailers in Australia, the United Kingdom, and other international markets, also offering a range of games and a monitoring application for parents to track their children's brushing habits.
Refurbed
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Refurbed GmbH is an online marketplace based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the distribution of refurbished electronic goods. Founded in 2017, the company offers a range of products including phones, TVs, tablets, smart watches, laptops, desktops, headphones, consoles, cameras, and kitchen appliances. Refurbed devices undergo a rigorous 40-step renewal process to ensure they look new and function like new. Each device comes with at least a 12-month guarantee. The company aims to provide products that are up to 40% cheaper and 100% more environmentally friendly than brand-new counterparts, making it an attractive option for cost-conscious and eco-friendly consumers.
Mikme GmbH is a manufacturer based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in wireless recording microphones that deliver studio-grade audio quality. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for content creators, allowing them to capture singing, playing, drumming, and speaking with exceptional clarity. Mikme's flagship product, the Mikme Wireless Recording Microphone, connects seamlessly to the free Mikme Recording App, enabling users to record, mix, edit, and share audio and video content directly from their smartphones. This integration allows for instant synchronization of high-quality audio with smartphone video, streamlining the content creation process for users.
Adverity
Seed Round in 2017
Adverity GmbH is a technology company that specializes in developing a web-based marketing reporting and analytics platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, Adverity offers a solution that collects, normalizes, and analyzes data from various marketing applications, media tools, and databases. The platform features an API-like connector builder that facilitates data integration and a transformation engine that ensures the creation of clean and accurate datasets. By enabling businesses to blend disparate data from marketing, advertising, and sales, Adverity provides a centralized source of truth for evaluating business performance. The platform automates reporting through shareable dashboards, optimizes marketing campaigns, and enhances data governance, allowing marketing teams to make informed decisions efficiently. Adverity serves notable clients, including Unilever, Bosch, and IKEA, underscoring its relevance in the marketing analytics landscape.
Sipwise
Venture Round in 2017
Sipwise GmbH is an Austrian technology company specializing in the design, development, and integration of carrier-grade next-generation communication platforms (NGCP). Based in Brunn am Gebirge, Austria, it offers a range of software solutions, including sip:providerCE for individuals and sip:providerPRO for service providers, enabling the initiation of SIP-based VoIP services. The company provides comprehensive professional consultancy, support services, and training programs focused on the administration and troubleshooting of its NGCP. Additionally, Sipwise offers system assessment, project planning, deployment services, and integration testing to ensure seamless functionality and interoperability within telecom environments. Its expertise extends to customer migration services and thorough documentation reviews, all aimed at enhancing the productivity and profitability of its clients while reducing operational costs. Sipwise operates as a subsidiary of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise S.A.
FinCompare - Smarter Business Finance
Seed Round in 2017
FinCompare GmbH is a fintech startup based in Berlin, Germany, that provides a financing platform tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded in October 2016 by Stephan Heller, the company enables businesses to access a wide array of financing options, including corporate loans, factoring, leasing, warehouse financing, and mezzanine capital. Through its online platform, FinCompare allows users to independently compare offers from various banks, fintechs, and alternative financial services providers, simplifying the financing process with a digital application system. This one-stop destination for financing questions empowers SMEs to make informed decisions, facilitating their ability to secure loans from reliable lenders while enhancing risk management.
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.
Bikemap
Venture Round in 2017
Bikemap GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Vienna, Austria, operates an online bicycle route application that serves a global community of cycling enthusiasts. The platform enables users to discover, plan, and share cycling routes, leveraging a network of over 2.3 million users across 100 countries. With more than 4 million shared cycling routes, Bikemap provides comprehensive navigation services that help cyclists find optimal routes from point A to point B. The application also allows users to track their rides, explore popular cycling routes nearby, and export their routes in formats such as GPX or KML. Additionally, Bikemap offers a Premium subscription that grants access to offline maps and advanced routing features, enhancing the cycling experience for its members.
Pikd GmbH, established in 2014 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria, specializes in developing software that utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze and filter video content. The company's technology leverages sensor and image data to identify significant moments within videos, facilitating targeted searches for specific content. Pikd offers a range of tools, including the Content Categorizer for video classification, the Content Sourcing Tool to assist editors in locating relevant material, and a Video Editing Tool for content creation. Their platform employs machine learning to automate various tasks, enhancing productivity across different sectors by enabling users to efficiently manage and edit video content.
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 specializing in anti-fraud solutions. Headquartered in Leeds, UK, the company designs and builds advanced security systems powered by artificial intelligence and behavioral analytics. Fraugster's platform anticipates and prevents fraudulent attacks in real-time, helping businesses minimize cyber threats and maximize revenues. Additionally, Fraugster Academy offers educational courses to enhance knowledge in fraud prevention and cybersecurity.
Billie GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Berlin, Germany, is a fintech startup focused on reinventing working capital management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company offers innovative lending products, including pre-financing of invoices and online factoring services. Billie's platform leverages big data analytics and digitalized processes to provide instant financing at the point-of-sale and streamline invoice factoring, helping SMEs manage their outgoing invoices efficiently without hidden fees or excessive paperwork. Additionally, Billie assists B2B online merchants in securing better payment terms through a pay-after-delivery product.
Payworks is a technology company specializing in next-generation Point of Sale payment gateway solutions. Headquartered in Germany, with additional offices in the UK, the US, and Poland, Payworks offers a cloud-based platform that enables developers to seamlessly integrate card payment functionality into their applications. This technology allows businesses to securely process EMV, contactless, and mobile wallet transactions efficiently at the Point of Sale. By providing its services to leading acquirers and payment providers worldwide, Payworks aims to enhance the payment experience for merchants and customers alike. The company was acquired by Visa in July 2019, further solidifying its position in the payment technology landscape.
Bitmovin Inc is a multimedia company specializing in online streaming solutions and video infrastructure for over-the-top (OTT) services. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Klagenfurt, Austria, Bitmovin develops a range of products including a cloud-based transcoding-as-a-service platform, optimized MPEG-DASH clients, and an encoding API for real-time content encoding. Their offerings also include a video player that enhances viewer experience across various streaming devices and analytics tools designed to boost viewer engagement through actionable data. Bitmovin's roots trace back to the Alpen-Adria-University Klagenfurt, from which many of its experts originate, and the company continues to engage in research and standardization in multimedia, particularly within the ISO/IEC MPEG framework. With a focus on delivering high-quality streaming experiences, Bitmovin caters to online media companies globally, helping them optimize video quality and reduce loading times for their audiences.
Sipwise
Venture Round in 2016
Sipwise GmbH is an Austrian technology company specializing in the design, development, and integration of carrier-grade next-generation communication platforms (NGCP). Based in Brunn am Gebirge, Austria, it offers a range of software solutions, including sip:providerCE for individuals and sip:providerPRO for service providers, enabling the initiation of SIP-based VoIP services. The company provides comprehensive professional consultancy, support services, and training programs focused on the administration and troubleshooting of its NGCP. Additionally, Sipwise offers system assessment, project planning, deployment services, and integration testing to ensure seamless functionality and interoperability within telecom environments. Its expertise extends to customer migration services and thorough documentation reviews, all aimed at enhancing the productivity and profitability of its clients while reducing operational costs. Sipwise operates as a subsidiary of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise S.A.
indoo.rs
Venture Round in 2016
indoo.rs GmbH is a technology research and development company based in Brunn am Gebirge, Austria, specializing in indoor mapping, localization, and routing technology. Established in 2010, the company develops a mobile SDK that facilitates real-time indoor positioning and navigation, utilizing a combination of Wi-Fi, sensor fusion, and iBeacon technology alongside dead-reckoning algorithms to achieve accuracy within 2 meters. indoo.rs provides a comprehensive indoor navigation framework, including tools for developers to create applications that locate users in various indoor environments such as airports and shopping malls. Its offerings include a white-label map application, measurement tools for buildings, and routing services, along with support and training for developers. The technology enables organizations to enhance customer experiences through indoor analytics, navigation solutions, and location-based services, making it a valuable resource for app developers, agencies, and businesses seeking to optimize their indoor navigation capabilities.
JimDrive
Seed Round in 2016
JimDrive GmbH is an automobile club based in Stuttgart, Germany, that specializes in online towing and roadside assistance services for its members across Europe. Established in 2015, the company offers a comprehensive auto-service booking platform through a mobile application, allowing users to easily and instantly book assistance when needed. In addition to towing services, JimDrive provides protection against illness and accidents during travel for a year, enhancing the overall safety and convenience for its members. Currently, the company is undergoing reorganization.
Medicus AI
Angel Round in 2016
Medicus AI GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in an artificial intelligence-driven platform that translates complex health data into accessible and understandable formats. Founded in 2015, the company develops software that empowers users to comprehend their medical reports and health information through personalized visualizations. The platform integrates a wide range of health data, including biometric information, vital signs, health profiles, family histories, and results from various medical tests. Medicus AI serves diagnostic labs and health insurance providers, aiming to facilitate effective patient communication and enhance the roles of healthcare professionals through innovative tools for data visualization and remote monitoring. By providing personalized health insights and well-being coaching, the company strives to enable individuals to make informed decisions regarding their health and wellness.
Playbrush
Seed Round in 2016
Playbrush GmbH is an innovative company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2014, that specializes in developing smart devices designed to enhance dental hygiene for children. The company's flagship product, Playbrush, is an attachment that converts any manual toothbrush into a gaming controller, allowing users to engage in interactive mobile games while brushing their teeth. This transformation turns the mundane task of brushing into an exciting adventure, where users can control various activities through their brushing movements. Playbrush provides personalized feedback, statistics, and rewards, making the experience both enjoyable and effective. The company markets its products online and through various retailers in Australia, the United Kingdom, and other international markets, also offering a range of games and a monitoring application for parents to track their children's brushing habits.
Bikemap
Seed Round in 2016
Bikemap GmbH, founded in 2007 and based in Vienna, Austria, operates an online bicycle route application that serves a global community of cycling enthusiasts. The platform enables users to discover, plan, and share cycling routes, leveraging a network of over 2.3 million users across 100 countries. With more than 4 million shared cycling routes, Bikemap provides comprehensive navigation services that help cyclists find optimal routes from point A to point B. The application also allows users to track their rides, explore popular cycling routes nearby, and export their routes in formats such as GPX or KML. Additionally, Bikemap offers a Premium subscription that grants access to offline maps and advanced routing features, enhancing the cycling experience for its members.
Tripmakery
Seed Round in 2016
Tripmakery is an online booking platform that specializes in facilitating group accommodations across Europe. Launched in 2015 by Robert Sasse and Ajmal Said in Vienna, the platform boasts a comprehensive database of 60,000 group hotels, making it a leader in the niche of large group bookings. Tripmakery simplifies the travel planning process by allowing users to compare quotes from multiple accommodation providers, ensuring they find the best options for their needs. Whether organizing trips for small gatherings of ten or larger groups of fifty, Tripmakery automates the booking process, providing detailed information on various travel destinations and enabling users to secure discounts on accommodations. The company is supported by venture capital firms and industry veterans, enhancing its position within the competitive landscape of travel booking.
indoo.rs
Venture Round in 2015
indoo.rs GmbH is a technology research and development company based in Brunn am Gebirge, Austria, specializing in indoor mapping, localization, and routing technology. Established in 2010, the company develops a mobile SDK that facilitates real-time indoor positioning and navigation, utilizing a combination of Wi-Fi, sensor fusion, and iBeacon technology alongside dead-reckoning algorithms to achieve accuracy within 2 meters. indoo.rs provides a comprehensive indoor navigation framework, including tools for developers to create applications that locate users in various indoor environments such as airports and shopping malls. Its offerings include a white-label map application, measurement tools for buildings, and routing services, along with support and training for developers. The technology enables organizations to enhance customer experiences through indoor analytics, navigation solutions, and location-based services, making it a valuable resource for app developers, agencies, and businesses seeking to optimize their indoor navigation capabilities.
Inkitt GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2013 that operates an online community for writers and readers. It provides a platform for authors to share, review, and promote their stories across various genres, including horror, fantasy, romance, sci-fi, and more. Inkitt utilizes a unique data-driven approach to publishing, leveraging crowd wisdom and an algorithm called ReadRank to identify potential bestsellers. The platform allows authors to post their works-in-progress and receive feedback from readers, who can access these manuscripts for free for a limited time. Inkitt also encompasses interconnected applications, including Galatea, which sells optimized stories chapter by chapter, and GalateaTV, which adapts successful e-books into short-form television series. This ecosystem aims to create engaging storytelling experiences across multiple media, with a focus on hyper-personalization through AI to tailor content to individual preferences.
EstateGuru
Pre Seed Round in 2015
EstateGuru is a leading Pan-European marketplace that specializes in facilitating property-backed loans for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and offering investment opportunities to a global investor base. The company aims to create a digital and borderless ecosystem for real estate financing across Europe and beyond. By connecting various service providers, SMEs, and investors, EstateGuru provides a unique, seamless, and cross-border digital service that differentiates it from traditional financial institutions. The platform enhances investment returns for investors while expanding access to financing for borrowers, effectively bypassing conventional banking channels. Headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, EstateGuru employs a diverse team of 117 professionals across multiple locations, including Berlin, Manchester, Helsinki, Yerevan, Riga, and Vilnius.
Invesdor Österreich (Finnest GmbH)
Seed Round in 2015
Finnest GmbH is an online crowdfunding platform founded in 2014 and headquartered in Vienna, Austria. The company focuses on providing established small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with alternative access to the capital market, enabling investors to participate in private placements of financially sound businesses. Finnest has developed a unique approach that combines corporate financing with crowd-investing, utilizing a reverse blind auction system where investors propose investment offers and set their own annual interest rates. This method incorporates elements from traditional book-building mechanisms used in corporate bonds, along with marketing and loyalty effects typical of crowd financing. Finnest primarily assists investors from Austria, Germany, and Switzerland in offering qualified subordinated loans to selected companies in Austria and Germany. In 2019, Finnest became a subsidiary of Invesdor Oy.
Bitmovin
Seed Round in 2014
Bitmovin Inc is a multimedia company specializing in online streaming solutions and video infrastructure for over-the-top (OTT) services. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Klagenfurt, Austria, Bitmovin develops a range of products including a cloud-based transcoding-as-a-service platform, optimized MPEG-DASH clients, and an encoding API for real-time content encoding. Their offerings also include a video player that enhances viewer experience across various streaming devices and analytics tools designed to boost viewer engagement through actionable data. Bitmovin's roots trace back to the Alpen-Adria-University Klagenfurt, from which many of its experts originate, and the company continues to engage in research and standardization in multimedia, particularly within the ISO/IEC MPEG framework. With a focus on delivering high-quality streaming experiences, Bitmovin caters to online media companies globally, helping them optimize video quality and reduce loading times for their audiences.
Sipwise GmbH is an Austrian technology company specializing in the design, development, and integration of carrier-grade next-generation communication platforms (NGCP). Based in Brunn am Gebirge, Austria, it offers a range of software solutions, including sip:providerCE for individuals and sip:providerPRO for service providers, enabling the initiation of SIP-based VoIP services. The company provides comprehensive professional consultancy, support services, and training programs focused on the administration and troubleshooting of its NGCP. Additionally, Sipwise offers system assessment, project planning, deployment services, and integration testing to ensure seamless functionality and interoperability within telecom environments. Its expertise extends to customer migration services and thorough documentation reviews, all aimed at enhancing the productivity and profitability of its clients while reducing operational costs. Sipwise operates as a subsidiary of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise S.A.
Payworks
Seed Round in 2013
Payworks is a technology company specializing in next-generation Point of Sale payment gateway solutions. Headquartered in Germany, with additional offices in the UK, the US, and Poland, Payworks offers a cloud-based platform that enables developers to seamlessly integrate card payment functionality into their applications. This technology allows businesses to securely process EMV, contactless, and mobile wallet transactions efficiently at the Point of Sale. By providing its services to leading acquirers and payment providers worldwide, Payworks aims to enhance the payment experience for merchants and customers alike. The company was acquired by Visa in July 2019, further solidifying its position in the payment technology landscape.
Usersnap
Seed Round in 2013
Usersnap GmbH is a company based in Perg, Austria, that offers a web-based feedback platform designed to enhance communication within web projects. The platform facilitates the exchange of visual and annotated feedback among developers, customers, and quality assurance engineers, thereby bridging the communication gap between these parties. Usersnap's tools enable software companies, including those in the SaaS sector, to collect actionable user feedback through various channels such as NPS, CSAT, feature requests, and quality assurance. By streamlining the process of gathering and managing customer preferences and bug reports, Usersnap helps clients improve their products and services, ultimately fostering better customer engagement and satisfaction. The company also has offline locations in the United States and the Czech Republic.