Developer of an online fashion platform designed to empower every person to combine their self-expression and responsibility for a sustainable future. The company's platform provides a convenient way to start their shopping experience and discover affordable online retailers to finalize their purchases, enabling consumers to have access to fashion in new personalized ways.
ByBr operates a mobile application that facilitates the connection between consumers and brands through a simple interface that allows users to either type or scan brand names or logos. The app provides immediate access to localized official information, including websites, social media links, contact details, and messaging options, allowing for effortless interaction. Additionally, ByBr serves as an online platform for influencer and brand marketing, enabling brands to discover and collaborate with influential creators worldwide. This marketplace streamlines the process of communication and campaign management, while also ensuring secure payment methods for both brands and influencers. ByBr aims to enhance consumer engagement with brands and provide a seamless experience for users and marketers alike.
We eliminate the need to ask for reimbursements or to pay upfront, simply by allowing others to transact on your behalf.
ShopMe operates a VAT refund platform that digitizes the VAT refund process for tourists, retailers, airports, and governments across Europe. The platform offers a streamlined solution for item validation and ensures quick payouts, leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) technology to simplify the validation process. By enhancing efficiency, ShopMe enables all stakeholders involved to complete VAT refunds in a more timely manner, thus improving the overall experience for tourists and businesses alike.
Bitz introduces a digital coin, powered by the blockchain, to replace plastic tokens at festivals and others social events. By digitizing plastic and paper tokens, Bitz creates an easier, faster and more secure experience while paying at events. Crafted as a free and open payment platform, Bitz distributes digital tokens to users and delivers the latest tech in analytics and business intelligence to organizers.
TransferHero offers carbon reducing and carbon offsetting, shared, airport transfer solutions. The company is founded to help travelers pay less for their airport transfer by working closely with airports, airlines and taxi companies. TransferHero is a sustainable “shared” airport transfer service platform, that offers to its users, through a simple app, to book a ride, utilizing the unused sharing potential of airport transfers.
Safeguard Token is a prominent player in the safety-tech sector, focusing on enhancing occupational safety management. Founded in 2015, the company has developed a tested safety system designed to prevent work-related injuries and safety threats. This system facilitates the management of safety practices at an operational level and provides clients with accumulated safety data to streamline their safety management processes. By leveraging this data, Safeguard Token aims to predict various types of workplace accidents and hazardous situations, thereby improving overall safety and enabling effective accident prevention. With a strong team behind its innovative solutions, Safeguard Token is poised to make significant advancements in workplace safety.
Uvisio specializes in personal sun protection solutions through its innovative wearable UV dosimeter, which monitors individual sun exposure throughout the day. This device alerts users when they are nearing their maximum safe sun exposure, helping to prevent overexposure and associated health risks. Complementing the dosimeter is a mobile application that assesses users' risk profiles based on their skin types and sun exposure histories. The application provides tailored sun protection recommendations, estimates safe exposure times according to UV index levels, and reminds users when to reapply sunscreen. By combining technology and personalized insights, Uvisio aims to enhance sun safety and promote healthier outdoor activities.
Sensfix B.V., founded in 2018 and based in Amsterdam, develops a technology-agnostic platform designed for asset management across various infrastructure applications, such as streetlights, buildings, bank ATMs, and city gas systems. Its IoT-connected platform allows machines to autonomously schedule and manage their repair and maintenance needs while ensuring transparent decision-making among all stakeholders. By digitizing workflows and implementing a machine-initiated real-time ticketing system, Sensfix aims to enhance the efficiency of operations. The platform leverages IoT sensors to facilitate instantaneous connections between assets, owners, and service personnel, enabling self-scheduling, self-dispatch, and self-ticketing services. This enterprise SaaS solution is reported to reduce the operational and maintenance costs of physical assets by 30% and achieve a repair success rate on the first visit while minimizing repair failures to less than 1%.
Cabture BV is a company that specializes in digital advertising and user engagement experiences through in-cab and taxi tablets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Cabture provides commercial vehicles with media and technology products, including interactive screens mounted on the front seat headrests. These tablets allow passengers to access news, advertisements, and information about local attractions, such as museums and events, transforming taxis into mobile advertising platforms. By capitalizing on the often-overlooked travel time, Cabture helps taxi companies enhance their profitability by attracting business from restaurants, hotels, and other local enterprises. The company's services aim to improve passenger experiences while simultaneously generating revenue for transportation providers in a competitive market.
Safeguard B.V. has preventing workplace injuries with Blockchain and AI.
KlippaCast connects to any POS system and extracts transactional data making the data accessible in an online dashboard. It also digitizes transactional receipts and is able to transfer them to the smartphones of your customers in the blink of an eye. KlippaCast can add features to your digital receipts enabling retailers to be innovative, ecofriendly, retarget customers and increase customer loyalty in an omnichannel strategy.
FinBase, founded in 2012 by financial planner Rick Wassenaar and business economist Maarten Luiken, aims to make financial advice accessible, effective, and affordable for all consumers. The company launched its first consumer financial advice portal, MijnGeldzaken.nl, in 2013, promoting the idea of ensuring financial health across the Netherlands. FinBase develops a consumer financial advice platform that offers personal financial insights, combining aspects of financial management, planning, and advice. This platform enhances communication regarding financial matters, helping clients gain a clearer understanding of their personal finances and facilitating better decision-making.
Vision Tech Lab is a software development company specializing in cybersecurity. It has developed a distributed deception platform that aims to reduce exposure to cyber threats. This platform leverages artificial intelligence technology to identify internal attackers and disrupt their methods, enhancing overall security for its clients. By focusing on innovative approaches to cyber defense, Vision Tech Lab addresses the growing challenges in the cybersecurity landscape, providing effective solutions to safeguard sensitive information.
Chatbot builder providing communication services to e-tailers capturing two-way communication and machine learning capabilities in one.
Bundleboon offers parents exclusive brands and personalized outfits that they could never have found themselves. Because they use personal stylists who choose all outfits, they save the hassle of the drama in the fitting rooms. Instead, you can now open a unique box full of specially selected outfits together with your child. They think that experience is the most important, so we make every box extra special with small surprises so that it is an unforgettable experience for both child and parent!
Dolphin BI is a crypto-asset investment analysis platform based on a smart-contract. It enables users (Subscribers, Authors and Experts) to establish efficient collaboration in order to enhance ICO investment analysis. The platform consists of apps/widgets and corresponding data providers which can be developed by independent Author users and plugged into the platform. The platform combines advantages of data visualization, automatic analysis (machine learning) and expert analysis approaches. Reputation of Expert users and voting influence of Subscribers users are calculated in an auditable smart-contract which has a transparent update policy. Reward in DOBI tokens is distributed to Author and Expert users according to their contribution to the platform.
Stampwallet, founded in 2014 in Curacao, is a digital wallet company that provides a marketing tool for timely transactions. The platform offers real-time data analysis on customer behavior and transaction data, helping businesses drive traffic and enhance customer engagement. It can seamlessly integrate with various point-of-sale systems, vending machines, car washes, gas stations, and other loyalty programs, allowing businesses to effectively retain their customers. With aspirations for global reach, Stampwallet has established partnerships with agents worldwide and aims to position Curacao as a tech hub in the Caribbean. The company was recognized with the Curacao Innovation Award in 2016, reflecting its commitment to innovation and growth in the digital payment space.
Virtual Broker Group operates a digital platform tailored for insurance brokers, aiming to streamline their operations in a rapidly evolving market. The company's management platform is designed to alleviate the administrative burdens faced by brokers, allowing them to focus more on their core business activities. By emphasizing portability and versatility, Virtual Broker Group supports brokers in navigating emerging insurance markets effectively. Through its innovative solutions, the company enhances the efficiency and productivity of insurance professionals, positioning them to better serve their clients in a competitive landscape.
Schluss is an application designed to provide users with a secure environment for storing and managing their personal data. It serves as a digital safe house where individuals can safely keep text, images, and videos, ensuring that only they possess the key to their information. The platform empowers users to maintain control over their personal data by allowing them to decide who can access their information, whether it be individuals, companies, or organizations. By prioritizing user privacy and data protection, Schluss facilitates a safe and customizable approach to personal information sharing on the internet.
Bagpoint is a platform that offers comprehensive baggage services designed to enhance the travel experience for passengers. It provides an end-to-end luggage service through a web-based application, allowing travelers to have their baggage retrieved and delivered directly to their final destination. Additionally, Bagpoint has developed a Remote Bag Drop system, which can be implemented by various partners such as hotels, cruises, and train stations, all of which are strategically positioned to reach a high volume of travelers. By integrating these solutions, Bagpoint aims to streamline the baggage delivery process for all stakeholders involved, ensuring a seamless and efficient service.
SharePeople B.V. is a Netherlands-based company founded in 2017 that operates a risk-sharing platform aimed at social networks. The platform specifically provides income protection for independent professionals, allowing entrepreneurs to secure affordable access to incapacity income. In addition to financial support, SharePeople incorporates elements of personal development, creating an engaging experience for its users.
When you start a project, you know it will get infected with errors, setbacks and other mishaps that drive up costs and push back dates. In three proven steps they bring you well underway to structural health of your project portfolio and up to 18% performance improvement.
Salestack is a data-driven sales acceleration platform focused on improving lead generation for businesses. It streamlines the prospecting process, enabling entrepreneurs and sales representatives to select, qualify, and warm up leads more efficiently. By automating the identification of ideal prospects, Salestack saves users significant time on prospecting—up to 90%—while offering a personalized approach to lead engagement. The platform not only helps in generating warmed-up leads but also facilitates tracking and monitoring of sales and marketing activities, allowing businesses to predict sales territories and targets effectively. In addressing the common frustrations associated with prospecting, Salestack aims to enhance the overall sales experience and drive revenue growth for its clients.
Onh develops unique management solutions focusing on people, work methodologies, and better control over outsourced work.
A platform that provides proactive support and predictive diagnostics based on condition monitoring, helping companies that use connected devices and industrial IoT to replace emergency calls with scheduled maintenance visits to avoid asset damage Supporton monitors and streamlines the operations and maintenance of connected devices. Utilizing a novel Augmented Reality Assisted Support (ARAS), the solution leads to a more optimized workforce, increased AEP, asset life extension, streamline operations and maintenance (through proactive and predictive support) and improved spares management of connected devices.
Pakkie is the next generation marketplace for secondhand goods. A place where buyers and sellers of this generation are empowered to trade with real people in (local) communities, be inspired by relevant ad-free feeds, and all in one seamless experience.
Budgently is a mobile application and personal finance platform.
A technology platform for the future of e-commerce. Feli aims to get online purchasing ready for the 2020s. That means moving away from product listings and toward contextual user interactions. Taking a tabula rasa view, Feli provides sophisticated e-commerce technology on an easy-to-integrate, scalable and customisable platform.
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Cymbra aims at improving productivity in supermarkets. With our solution, the storemanager doesn’t have the need to spend time on day-to-day operations. We achieve this with a network of sensors, smart software and apps. This provides the storemanager with real-time insight in store operations. The storemanager has more time for providing service to customers and is able to focus on bringing the store to the next level.
clevergig is a workforce management platform designed to meet the staffing needs of bars, restaurants, and hotels requiring temporary staff. The software facilitates efficient scheduling by matching available workers with open shifts, allowing businesses to maintain operational flexibility. By enabling clients to create an on-demand workforce, clevergig empowers workers to choose jobs that fit their preferences and schedules. The platform aims to streamline the planning process, ensuring that the right personnel are assigned to the appropriate services and locations swiftly.
SchedJoules is the most comprehensive managed public calendar service in the world, with more than 560K calendars in the categories Holidays, Sports, Weather, Finance and TV. Join some of the best calendar apps out there that rely on SchedJoules to offer complete, accurate and reliable calendars to their users.
Vamp.io is a company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that specializes in designing and developing open-source, container-based software solutions. Founded in 2014, the company offers a platform that enhances the deployment and management of software through features such as A-B testing, canary releases, and auto-scaling. Vamp.io's technology allows for the seamless integration with popular container orchestration systems like Kubernetes, Docker, and Mesosphere DC/OS. By enabling DevOps and business teams to deploy new software versions to a small percentage of users initially, the platform facilitates performance measurement and optimization before scaling up to full deployment. This approach ensures stable, risk-free releases without downtime, ultimately improving software quality and accelerating delivery times.
twingz development GmbH, based in Vienna, Austria, specializes in predictive analytics and intelligent monitoring solutions aimed at optimizing energy consumption for households and businesses. The company utilizes meter data from electricity meters to identify the activities of appliances and machinery, providing valuable insights to B2B clients including insurance and energy companies. twingz offers several products such as eCoach, which helps users monitor energy use, eButler, which sends optimization recommendations through an app, and screedButler, designed for efficient planning in the construction sector. The company's technology incorporates elements of the Web of Things and the Internet of Things, catering to both consumer and business markets, as well as energy and telecommunications firms. Founded in 2012, twingz employs a skilled team focused on technology and market development in Vienna and Amsterdam.
MyStay is a guest experience platform designed to strengthen the relationship between hotels and their guests, ultimately enhancing revenue and guest satisfaction. The platform allows for quick check-ins, provides offline maps, and facilitates constant communication between guests and hotel staff through a chat feature. Additionally, it enables guests to order and rate hotel services during their stay, while also offering post-check-out services such as farewell messages and lost and found assistance. By leveraging a virtual assistant tool, MyStay guides users throughout their entire stay, enabling hotels to respond to feedback in real time, promote their services digitally, and gain insights into guest behavior. This comprehensive approach allows hotels to deliver personalized care and improve overall guest experiences.
theConstruct BV specializes in a virtual reality design review platform tailored for the real estate and architecture sectors. Founded in 2015 and based in Amsterdam, the company offers theViewer, a platform that allows users to upload architectural designs and create immersive VR experiences. This enables architects and real estate professionals to conduct virtual tours, collaborate with colleagues, and share their projects with clients, all without requiring prior VR experience. The platform supports various 3D model formats, facilitating a seamless integration of designs into the virtual space. By enhancing the visualization of unbuilt properties, theConstruct aims to simplify the design review process and improve client engagement.
Parkeagle finds all nearby available parking spaces and shows them on a map. It builds a network of smart wireless sensors that communicates directly to its users’ cars and mobile phones. This information guides drivers to available parking spaces. The features of the parking sensor are wireless, low power, long lifetime, battery powered, robust for all kinds of weather conditions, and two variants. For cities, the company provides detailed and real-time parking occupancy data. The data enables its users to optimize parking capacity, to increase parking revenues, and to support parking enforcement. Parkeagle is a Netherlands-based company that was founded in 2016.
Cabture BV is a company that specializes in digital advertising and user engagement experiences through in-cab and taxi tablets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Cabture provides commercial vehicles with media and technology products, including interactive screens mounted on the front seat headrests. These tablets allow passengers to access news, advertisements, and information about local attractions, such as museums and events, transforming taxis into mobile advertising platforms. By capitalizing on the often-overlooked travel time, Cabture helps taxi companies enhance their profitability by attracting business from restaurants, hotels, and other local enterprises. The company's services aim to improve passenger experiences while simultaneously generating revenue for transportation providers in a competitive market.
Careibu is a web-based platform based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that connects students with individuals seeking various home services. Founded in 2009, Careibu offers a range of services including babysitting, cleaning, elderly assistance, and help with daily tasks such as grocery shopping and household chores. The platform also caters to people with disabilities and disorders, providing them with support and guidance. By enabling students to offer their services, Careibu facilitates community engagement while addressing the needs of those requiring assistance in their daily lives.
Accerion, operating under the trade name of Unconstrained Robotics B.V., is a Dutch company founded in 2015 that specializes in navigation technology for mobile robotics and automated vehicles. The company develops autonomous positioning sensor technology designed to guide robots and vehicles in dynamic environments. Accerion's positioning module sensor allows for seamless integration into automated systems, enabling navigation both indoors and outdoors without the need for external infrastructure. This technology aims to facilitate the advancement of fully autonomous robots, which are expected to play a significant role across various industries, enhancing automation and efficiency in sectors such as warehousing and manufacturing. Through its innovative solutions, Accerion seeks to establish itself as a global leader in the field of autonomous robotics.
Quicargo Technologies Ltd. operates a logistics marketplace that connects shippers with carriers who have available cargo space in real-time. Founded in 2015 and initially based in Israel, the company relocated to the Netherlands in 2016 and is now headquartered in Amsterdam. Quicargo's platform aims to enhance efficiency in the road freight industry by reducing the number of empty trucks on the road, which contributes to lower CO2 emissions and alleviates traffic congestion. The service is fully operational in the Netherlands and has expanded into Germany and Belgium. With a team of 25 employees, Quicargo enables shippers to save on freight costs by utilizing nearby empty capacity while helping transporters maximize their loading space and increase profitability.
Dipper is a company based in Enschede, the Netherlands, specializing in the development of 3D simulation software. The firm offers comprehensive solutions for data processing, specifically targeting applications in urban planning, natural resource management, and airport safety. Dipper provides advanced tools for 3D mapping and lidar processing, creating a rich experience for users in various sectors that require accurate and detailed spatial information.
Aiden helps companies make the transition from a product based to a customer based digital strategy. Aiden help them move from advertising to assisting and advising — and to start rebuilding their customer relationships. Our platform integrates seamlessly with existing systems.
SEALEAU has invented a revolutionary technology that creates a circular water economy: It converts saline wastewater into valuable products - clean water and minerals - with zero waste production and zero cost. They can desalinate ocean water sustainably, while recovering significant amounts of raw materials to power heavy industry. The technology is the result of two successful EU-funded projects. SEALEAU received First Prize at the 1st Innovation Competition on Maritime Economy, “Blue Growth”, for its innovative contribution to the maritime economy.
Skace is a technology company that specializes in enhancing employee engagement and productivity through its AI-driven performance management application. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to facilitate frequent and honest feedback among employees, helping organizations to better understand their workforce dynamics. By fostering a culture of open communication, Skace aims to provide actionable insights that drive improvements in workplace culture and overall business performance. The company's innovative approach combines advanced conversational user interfaces with a focus on employee experience, positioning it as a valuable tool for businesses seeking to optimize their internal operations.
24sessions is the digital way to meet your customers face-to-face. Our technology for video meetings includes automated meeting scheduling, reviews and recordings to help you deliver personal customer interaction at scale. 24sessions is used by enterprises such as ING, Aegon & S&P and was named one of the 10 best B2B startups in Europe by Google, McKinsey and Rocket Internet.
SEALEAU has invented a revolutionary technology that creates a circular water economy: It converts saline wastewater into valuable products - clean water and minerals - with zero waste production and zero cost. They can desalinate ocean water sustainably, while recovering significant amounts of raw materials to power heavy industry. The technology is the result of two successful EU-funded projects. SEALEAU received First Prize at the 1st Innovation Competition on Maritime Economy, “Blue Growth”, for its innovative contribution to the maritime economy.
The company 3D By Flow was founded in 2014 by Floris Hoff, industrial product designer with more than 4 years experience in 3D Printing. In FabLab Maastricht he worked as a volunteer in maintaining the 11 3D printers and make them better. Floris graduated in the development of the unique granulate extruder which makes it possible to print with granulate, powder and paste. This makes it possible to print 10x faster and cheaper and to use recycled plastic.
Dashmote B.V. is a company based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, with additional offices in New York and Vienna. Founded in 2014, Dashmote specializes in developing a platform that leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision to analyze visual content from social media. The platform provides services such as visual trend analysis and brand intelligence, enabling brands to gain insights into consumer behavior by understanding where, when, and what users are posting online. By extracting valuable information from images and text, Dashmote helps clients make informed decisions based on emerging trends and consumer preferences.
ShopAds is a platform-independent advertising solution that enables online retailers to monetize their traffic through online advertising. It enables online retailers to market their ad inventory to brands through its services. The company helps brands conduct their campaigns across the network that makes ShopAds an intermediary between brands and online retailers. It was established in 2014 by Marieke Vollering. ShopAds is headquartered in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland.
Sellify is a social selling startup based in Westerpark, Amsterdam, that operates an online crowd-selling platform. This platform allows users to share products on their social media accounts, helping entrepreneurs expand their customer reach. Sellify offers customers exclusive discounts and provides them with a commission for each sale made through their shared links. By leveraging social networks, Sellify aims to enhance the sales potential for businesses while rewarding users for their promotional efforts.
LiateR is an innovative company based in Amsterdam, founded in 2014, that specializes in enhancing the retail experience for apparel and accessories through advanced digital media technology. It provides an interactive sales solution that utilizes gesture control, voice recognition, and augmented reality, allowing consumers to virtually try on and purchase clothing. LiateR enables retailers to attract both online and in-store traffic, increase brand awareness, and maximize sales revenue across various locations. The platform gathers user data, such as age, gender, and preferences, to deliver personalized shopping experiences, including tailored product suggestions and special offers. This customer-centric approach allows retailers to create a seamless and engaging shopping environment that meets the unique needs of each individual, thereby revolutionizing the traditional retail experience.
TryLikes B.V, an advertising company, provides customer experience, employee happiness, and queue management measuring solutions. Its products include, Trylikes The Button, Trylikes real-rtime VoC, and Trylikes smart store for real-time measurement and analysis of perception data of customers and employees. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
SEALEAU has invented a revolutionary technology that creates a circular water economy: It converts saline wastewater into valuable products - clean water and minerals - with zero waste production and zero cost. They can desalinate ocean water sustainably, while recovering significant amounts of raw materials to power heavy industry. The technology is the result of two successful EU-funded projects. SEALEAU received First Prize at the 1st Innovation Competition on Maritime Economy, “Blue Growth”, for its innovative contribution to the maritime economy.
• In 2015 being selected into elite hardware accelerator Startupboothcamp HightTechXL in Netherlands; • On the list of 100 MOST PERSPECTIVE EUROPEAN START-UP of Project New Europe 100 organised by Res Publica together with Google and the Visegrad Fund in cooperation with Financial Times; • Finalist of CENTRAL EUROPEAN STARTUP AWARDS 2016 in category Startup of the Year. A group of adventurers, entrepreneurs and nature lovers working in engineering, design, development, media, fashion and business management. This rainbow of professionals is a result of the process of developing Gotoky. They figured out that many different profiles were necessary for its success on a global market.
The company 3D By Flow was founded in 2014 by Floris Hoff, industrial product designer with more than 4 years experience in 3D Printing. In FabLab Maastricht he worked as a volunteer in maintaining the 11 3D printers and make them better. Floris graduated in the development of the unique granulate extruder which makes it possible to print with granulate, powder and paste. This makes it possible to print 10x faster and cheaper and to use recycled plastic.
Sensoraide is a technology company focused on enhancing agricultural productivity through the use of Internet of Things technologies. It offers a remote monitoring platform that helps farmers optimize their yields and improve the quality of their products while conserving resources. The company's solutions include specialized sensor network hardware that can be easily deployed to measure various environmental parameters, with data transmitted wirelessly to the cloud. Users can access both real-time and historical data via user-friendly visuals on desktop or mobile devices, along with customizable analytics and reports. Additionally, Sensoraide provides an alert notification system that sends updates via SMS and email when conditions deviate from optimal levels, allowing farmers to prevent crop failures and reduce expenses effectively.
Pel3o is here to deliver on 3D printers’ failed promise, making 3D printing highly scalable and therefore finally viable for mass production. They managed to leapfrog current 3D printing technologies and can now print an object that would take a couple of hours to print on your old-school 3D printer in a matter of seconds.
Bundle, founded in 2014 and based in Amsterdam, provides a streamlined solution for organizing photos from camera rolls into visually appealing shared galleries. The company aims to simplify the often chaotic experience of managing digital images, allowing users to keep their photos organized and accessible. Bundle has received $300K in seed funding from angel investors and the Startupbootcamp accelerator, supporting its growth and development. The executive team consists of experienced entrepreneurs with a strong background in startups and digital technology.
Viggo is a company specializing in cloud-based hospitality media services tailored for the hotel industry. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Amstelveen, Netherlands, Viggo enhances in-room televisions, transforming them into smart TVs that provide guests with access to hotel information, local services, and various entertainment options. The system facilitates guest interaction with hotel services, allowing them to order room service, request fresh towels, make restaurant reservations, and check flight information, all through an intuitive interface. Viggo’s platform supports popular applications such as YouTube, Skype, and Netflix, and offers additional applications based on hotel preferences. Their mobile app helps guests navigate back to the hotel and discover nearby dining and entertainment venues, while also enabling hotels to share relevant content directly with guests.
Matricore has come up with an innovative solution that enables researchers and surgeons to successfully apply the full spectrum of biomaterials in combination with cells or other available biomaterials, like inductive particles, coatings and hydrogels. The Matricore scaffolds are standardized and stackable; allowing a fast, easy and reproducible fabrication of tissue constructs. By prefabricating scaffold layers prior to combining them with cell seeding or other materials they can standardize production of scaffold material and combine a very large range of biomaterials in a way previously impossible. Complex tissue constructs can be made by combining different cell types in consecutive layers. Furthermore, the shape of the overall tissue construct can be customized to fit a patient specific geometry.
MultiSense B.V. specializes in developing advanced biometric identification and authentication software solutions. Founded in 2015 and based in Amsterdam, the company offers a range of technologies that include face recognition, fingerprint signatures, voice and speaker recognition, as well as global positioning system (GPS) and near-field communication (NFC) capabilities. MultiSense's innovative approach integrates multiple biometric factors to enhance security and user identification for various sectors, including insurance, financial services, and government institutions. The company was established by former members of the Israeli security forces, bringing expertise in technology and security to its operations.
Tespack Ltd. offers mobile energy solutions in Finland. It offers ultra-light batteries, solar panels, smartpacks, backpacks, city smartpacks, outdoor smartpacks, and portable chargers. The company ships its products to Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Monaco, Montenegro, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Ireland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. It also sells its products through distributors and retailers, as well as online. Tespack Ltd. was founded in 2013 and is based in Helsinki.
A third of the world’s CO2 emissions come from new buildings. But they don’t have to. The choices we make today impact how our world will look 50 years from now. We don’t have to compromise to live sustainably. We just have to be serious about the choices we make. Sustainer Homes uses clever design and innovative technology to solve the problem of building sustainable for both you and the world. Sustainer Homes builds houses and offices based on an innovative wooden module that is easy to make and customise, but built to last. Whether you want an off grid sustainable bungalow or holiday home, or a full size office in a repurposed warehouse, we can make it happen without compromising the world or your bottom line.
StuComm is a developer of a communication platform aimed at enhancing student success by providing a streamlined solution for educational institutions. The platform addresses the common challenge of effectively informing students about important study-related information, such as timetables, study results, news, and teacher absences. By utilizing a student-specific app, the platform enables institutions to deliver timely updates and gather feedback on courses, lectures, and exams. This approach allows students to access relevant educational information conveniently and efficiently, without the need to navigate multiple platforms. Overall, StuComm's solution fosters improved communication between institutions and students, supporting a more connected and informed educational experience.
trakkies is your ambient intelligence platform. connect people, places objects. trakkies creates intelligent environments around you, that react and interact, creating a seamless link from the physical to digital worlds. trakkies enable people, places and objects through an integrated platform, to connect to the world around them. In this electronic environment trakkies enables objects to have an internet identity and generate actionable data. The system of intelligent nodes (sensors), gateways, the cloud and software, provides automatic or human decision support. The journey may start anywhere, but typically includes education and advice, consultancy, business case creation, prototyping, field validation, full scale production, and implementation of hardware and software ecosystems, brought together through ongoing systems & services. find out more: www.trakkies.com, get in touch! : info@trakkies.com - Graduated from Startupbootcamp Smart City & Living - Graduated from the European Space Agency Business Incubator - European Satellite Navigation Competition 2014; GNSS Living Lab Price
Nestegg Biotech leverages 3D printing and mechanical engineering for new solutions in the biomedical field. The company is based in Huntsville, Alabama.
CeraCarbon is one of the 10 disrupting innovations on smart materials which are worldwide selected out of 5.000 for the smart materials bootcamp at the brightlands Chemelot Campus! CeraCarbon is a new material, it is wear resistant Carbon-Fiber CeraCarbon fork tubes for motorcycle and bicycle hydraulic front forks replace the heavy steel which results is saving 75 % weight. Their Ceracarbon frontfork innertubes combine sheer lightness, reliable strength and low friction into a ultimate solution. CeraCarbon innertube is a all-purpose application suitable for most frontforks and fitable for most aftermarket cartridge systems. The CeraCarbon front fork is the first very high level application, other applications are in development
NovioPonics BV, established in 2014 and based in Sittard, the Netherlands, specializes in the development, production, and sale of additives for crop protection and hydroponics solutions within the horticulture sector. The company focuses on creating sustainable alternatives for crop protection through innovative products, such as a thermos-reversible hydrogel that optimizes pesticide usage by minimizing waste and reducing environmental impact. Additionally, NovioPonics serves as an incubator for early-stage technologies, collaborating with scientists to transform promising ideas into viable products. This process includes proof of concept development, intellectual property filing, and preparing technologies for larger investments, while also fostering entrepreneurial skills among scientists to navigate the business landscape.
Tiamet 3D specializes in the development of advanced 3D printing materials designed for both business and professional applications. The company focuses on producing high-performance filament that serves as a drop-in replacement for standard materials, enabling consumer-grade 3D printers to achieve enhanced strength and durability. Tiamet offers a diverse range of products, including biodegradable PLA and specialized materials suitable for aerospace applications, thereby expanding the capabilities of conventional 3D printing technology. This approach allows users to generate performance parts with improved characteristics, promoting wider usage and innovation in various industries.
You thought riding a bike in Amsterdam would be all fun and games. That was before it broke down. Bike shops are far away, they're closed outside office hours, and charge as if they're fixing your car. They know how frustrating it is to find a flat tire or a broken chain and not have the time to go and repair it somewhere. Plus, broken bikes are not meant to be moved around.
Hy2Care BV is a business start-up of the University of Twente, the Netherlands. It is Hy2Care’s ambition to introduce into the market the first cure for Osteoarthritis, the injectable hydrogel.
Osteoarthritis is the 4th leading cause of mobility associated disability and affects more than 100 million patients in the Western world, who are all in need for an effective treatment.
It is the aim of Hy2Care to change the future for patients suffering from osteoarthritis.
SAP2Plus is a manufacturer of innovative absorbent polymers, specializing in a patented technology that allows for the absorption and retention of significant amounts of liquid relative to its mass. Unlike traditional absorbent materials, SAP2Plus utilizes a unique liquid-based formulation rather than grains, enhancing its efficiency and application. The company's products are designed to provide fluid regulation and absorbent solutions across various global industries, catering to diverse business needs. The development process involves a specialized UV technology, further distinguishing SAP2Plus in the market for super absorbent polymers.
Proctor2Me, a web based proctoring system for ‘easy safe online exams’. While taking an online Harvard course one of the founders was asked to fly in for his exam to Boston, which made him decide test taking for MOOCs should be solved using a webcam and smartphone solution.
Undagrid B.V. operates a cloud-based platform to connect devices with each other and the Internet. Its solutions are used to locate baggage carts and cargo trailers at airport aprons; provide temperature, humidity, and irrigation information in greenhouses and farmer fields; and supplies landlords of apartment blocks with boilers, heating ventilation, and air-conditioning statuses. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Zeist, the Netherlands.
Ukky is an iOS and Android application that helps parents create visual stories of their children growing up. It allows its users to turn their photos, videos, and texts into memory books and share them with their loved ones. The application also enables children to rediscover how they have spent their childhood through the eyes of their parents. Ukky was launched in 2013 and is based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Leapfunder aims to help startups to find early stage financing. Our main product is the Leapfunder convertible note, a standard approach through which early stage companies can be financed. Via Leapfunder anyone can become an Angel investor. A meaningful investment can start from EUR 1,000 or even smaller. Leapfunder is a Dutch company, based in Amsterdam. The founders jointly have decades of experience with early stage investing. Leapfunder does not give investment advice.
SendCloud BV is a software service provider based in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in streamlining the shipment process for online and offline retailers. Founded in 2012, the company offers a platform that integrates webshops with multiple shipping carriers, allowing retailers to manage their shipping operations efficiently. By automating various steps in the shipping process, SendCloud enables webshop owners to save significant time and reduce costs, with average savings of over 30% in time and approximately one euro per package. The platform is designed for easy implementation, requiring minimal setup time from the retailer. SendCloud partners with prominent shipping carriers such as DHL, PostNL, and Bpost to provide transparent and cost-effective shipping solutions.
DashTag B.V., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, specializes in developing innovative solutions for athletes, particularly in soccer. The company's flagship product, Dash, is a wearable sensor designed for easy use by soccer players, allowing them to track their performance metrics such as Pace, Power, Endurance, and Intensity. This data is wirelessly synced with the DashTag app, providing players with immediate access to personalized statistics after each game or practice. Additionally, DashTag offers a sports bot that delivers insights into performance and enables communication among players through a messaging platform. The solution also includes features for measuring various sprint intensities and provides comparative analysis and challenges, enhancing the overall experience for amateur team sports.
• In 2015 being selected into elite hardware accelerator Startupboothcamp HightTechXL in Netherlands; • On the list of 100 MOST PERSPECTIVE EUROPEAN START-UP of Project New Europe 100 organised by Res Publica together with Google and the Visegrad Fund in cooperation with Financial Times; • Finalist of CENTRAL EUROPEAN STARTUP AWARDS 2016 in category Startup of the Year. A group of adventurers, entrepreneurs and nature lovers working in engineering, design, development, media, fashion and business management. This rainbow of professionals is a result of the process of developing Gotoky. They figured out that many different profiles were necessary for its success on a global market.
Muzze is a smart audiotour app that lets curators make, change and add audiostop for exhibitions using iBeacons in a very easy way, and also very fast because everything is done in-app at a fraction of the cost of a real audiotour because it doesn't require any investment as people bring their own device.
ATO-GEAR develop wearable technologies for health and sports applications centered around the belief that better exercise means a better life. Their heritage of research and patent portfolio span multiple domains and technology positions, but they have a keen initial focus on the running market. Their first product ARION brings the coaching experience to the world of wearables. Pressure sensitive insoles slip into your existing running shoes and connect you to your running technique in a way that has never been possible before. Every runner has goals and dreams, and adjusting your running technique can help you achieve them. ARION allows you to take control and rebuild your own running technique to achieve your goals, to improve your performance, to reduce your injury risk and ultimately to unleash your inner athlete.
Bizzy Labs, a division of StartMonday Technology Corp, specializes in candidate selection solutions primarily for the retail and hospitality sectors. Established in 2016 and based in Vancouver, Canada, Bizzy offers a unique platform that utilizes 15-second video introductions to enhance the hiring process. Its video-led mobile and web applications, known as the Bizzy ATS, allow employers to get a better sense of candidates' personalities and skills, streamlining the selection process. The company is also developing an open blockchain solution to facilitate the sharing of verifiable career histories. Bizzy aims to establish "Apply with Bizzy" as a global standard for job applications, partnering with job sites, HR tools, and agencies to connect employers with high-quality candidates more effectively. Revenue is generated primarily through licensing services.
Tom Kabinet Internet B.V., founded in 2014 and based in Laren, the Netherlands, operates a secondhand ebook marketplace. The platform allows users to buy, read, and sell ebooks, offering a diverse collection at affordable prices, starting from €2 each. This business model promotes the circulation of digital literature while providing readers with cost-effective access to a wide range of titles.
Avular b.v. specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of professional unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems. Founded in 2014 and based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, the company offers a modular UAV platform called AvularScout, tailored for various professional applications and industrial tasks. Their products include tools for crop monitoring and decision-making, aimed at assisting farmers, as well as solutions for industrial service providers focusing on maintenance planning, leak detection, and non-destructive testing measurements. Avular is recognized for its innovative approach and multi-disciplinary team, which fosters collaboration across various technological fields, positioning the company at the forefront of UAV technology advancements.
Bibak is a non-profit organization based in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, dedicated to enhancing land security through advanced landmine detection technologies. Founded in 2000 by Lorenn Ruster and Selene Biffi, Bibak develops a modular sensor pod that integrates a metal detector, ground penetrating radar, and vapor sensors to identify various types of landmines, including those made from metal, plastic, and wood. By providing these innovative detection solutions, Bibak aims to assist communities in effectively addressing the threats posed by landmines, ultimately fostering safer environments for their inhabitants.
SpinControl Gearing, commonly referred to as SpinCo, operates from Florida, USA, and the Brainport region of the Netherlands, renowned for its high-tech innovations. The company has developed and patented an energy-saving gear technology designed to enhance the performance of various products across multiple sectors, including industrial equipment, motor vehicles, marine, and aerospace. This innovative "Green Gear Technology™" aims to significantly reduce energy consumption and emissions, aligning with critical global objectives for sustainability. By improving efficiency in mechanical systems regardless of the power source or fuel type, SpinCo's technology offers long-term environmental and economic benefits, positioning it for substantial growth in the market.
Manus was showing off its current working prototype at the E3 games conference earlier this month (as seen in the below video). One technical challenge it’s working on is getting the electronics to play nice with the stretchable fabric it’s using for the glove. van den Brink says it’s hoping to have a dev kit version of the glove ready in the next “two to three months”, which will cost $280. The consumer version won’t be ready until next year, either Q1 or Q2, he says — with the retail price-tag for that pegged at around $200. It’s building at cost initially, aiming to make a margin when/if the market for the product scales.
UniCare
Seed Round in 2014
Unicare has developed a new type of personal health care programme that empowers women to live free from incontinence and be in charge of their life again. Their smart kit helps women conquer incontinence in only 3 months. It consists of a stealthy wearable device, immaculately incorporated in the underwear, a personalized healing program, and an on-the-go app. It's a gift of care.
Star Engines is a pioneering start-up based in Ede, Netherlands, focused on redefining the combustion engine. The company has developed a patented 3D rotary engine inspired by the Wankel engine, which boasts a compact size, lightweight design, and exceptional performance. This innovative engine design is applicable across various sectors, with the Jerr.e engine being the first in their product line, followed by the upcoming Gen-e model. Additionally, Star Engines is venturing into the development of a portable charger for electric vehicle batteries, providing a backup power source for users in emergencies. The company is actively seeking partnerships, dealership opportunities, and investments to expand its market reach and technological capabilities.
ULU B.V., founded in 2014 and based in Amsterdam, develops mobility applications and telematics solutions aimed at enhancing vehicle performance and customer interactions for mobility service providers (MSPs). The company's offerings include a mobile application that facilitates communication between users and their customers, allows for navigation, parking management, and trip registration, as well as provides real-time vehicle data through telematics devices. ULU serves a diverse clientele, including leasing, dealership, and insurance companies, as well as businesses and individual consumers. It operates under the names Cartracker in the Netherlands and Fleetify in the United Kingdom, providing fleet management software designed to improve efficiency for business fleets. The company also designs and manufactures connected hardware, software, and cloud services tailored to the automotive industry, with additional offices in London, Ljubljana, and Shenzhen.
BeaconLab provides location-specific information services and analytics aimed at helping businesses develop customized applications. Their offerings include Mesh iBeacons, a mobile application, a customizable website, and an online control panel that integrates with a detailed analytics platform. This technology enables organizations, particularly in retail, museums, and events, to implement indoor navigation, personalized discounts, location-based coupons, and push notifications. By utilizing BeaconLab's services, businesses can gain insights into user behavior through comprehensive data analysis, facilitating lead generation and increased sales. Headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom, BeaconLab also operates in the Netherlands.
InvoiceSharing B.V. is a financial services marketplace based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, that specializes in free electronic invoicing solutions. Founded in 2009, the platform allows clients to send and receive electronic invoices at no cost, while also facilitating the integration of billing and financial systems. Key features include free validation, storage, and conversion of invoice lines to cost accounting lines. InvoiceSharing connects various accounting and invoice scanning software, enabling seamless electronic invoice distribution between systems. While the core services are offered for free, the company generates revenue through the sale of premium products and provides white label versions of its platform to banks and software companies. The platform aims to reduce costs and improve cash flow for businesses by streamlining invoice management processes.
Creditable Ltd. provides cloud-based software designed to assist clients in managing financial services for their employees, specifically through wage advance and loan schemes. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, the company serves a diverse range of markets, including the United States, United Kingdom, South Africa, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, Ireland, Mexico, and the Netherlands. Creditable enables credit unions, lenders, businesses, and individuals to facilitate loans efficiently, aiming to make credit more affordable, accessible, and transparent. The organization seeks to transform societal perceptions and behaviors surrounding credit, with leadership from Sechaba Ngwenya, a former banker dedicated to promoting fair lending practices.
Leapfunder aims to help startups to find early stage financing. Our main product is the Leapfunder convertible note, a standard approach through which early stage companies can be financed. Via Leapfunder anyone can become an Angel investor. A meaningful investment can start from EUR 1,000 or even smaller. Leapfunder is a Dutch company, based in Amsterdam. The founders jointly have decades of experience with early stage investing. Leapfunder does not give investment advice.
Bundle, founded in 2014 and based in Amsterdam, provides a streamlined solution for organizing photos from camera rolls into visually appealing shared galleries. The company aims to simplify the often chaotic experience of managing digital images, allowing users to keep their photos organized and accessible. Bundle has received $300K in seed funding from angel investors and the Startupbootcamp accelerator, supporting its growth and development. The executive team consists of experienced entrepreneurs with a strong background in startups and digital technology.
Undagrid B.V. operates a cloud-based platform to connect devices with each other and the Internet. Its solutions are used to locate baggage carts and cargo trailers at airport aprons; provide temperature, humidity, and irrigation information in greenhouses and farmer fields; and supplies landlords of apartment blocks with boilers, heating ventilation, and air-conditioning statuses. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Zeist, the Netherlands.
Iristrace BV, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Amsterdam, offers a cloud-based solution designed to enhance quality, service excellence, and compliance across various sectors, including retail, hospitality, healthcare, and industrial maintenance. The Iristrace platform enables managers and business owners to create customizable control forms, checklists, and audits, facilitating effective workflow management and resource mobilization. By subscribing to this Software as a Service (SaaS) platform, teams can collaborate on quality standards, compliance programs, and safety procedures, allowing for rapid responses to incidents and exceptions. The user-friendly interface permits business experts to design and implement controls without requiring IT expertise, streamlining data collection and reporting processes. Iristrace’s mobile app enhances employee agility, providing real-time information to management and stakeholders. This solution reduces reliance on traditional methods, such as email and spreadsheets, leading to improved compliance, reduced costs, and a better customer experience. Numerous leading companies leverage Iristrace to mitigate business risks and optimize operations across multiple locations.
Skytree B.V., based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializes in developing air purification systems that effectively capture and extract carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The company's technology allows for the storage and release of CO2 at a household level, enabling its reuse in various domestic applications, such as enhancing plant growth or carbonating beverages. Skytree’s systems cater to several markets, including aquariums, urban greenhouses, air purification, and water treatment. By focusing on direct air capture, Skytree facilitates the utilization of CO2 for greenhouse crop fertilization and other industrial and personal uses, contributing to sustainable environmental practices.
ProctorExam, founded in 2014 and based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializes in online proctoring services that facilitate remote examination conditions. The company offers a range of tailored solutions, including screen sharing, live proctoring, and comprehensive recording and review options that incorporate webcam and mobile capabilities. ProctorExam's services aim to create a secure testing environment similar to traditional classrooms while leveraging modern technology to enhance convenience and reduce costs. The company's innovative approach addresses the challenges posed by online education and exam integrity, enabling individuals to take tests from any location without the need to visit a physical testing center. Additionally, ProctorExam develops a mobile application to further support its proctoring services.