ON THE HOUSE Raises $1.7M Seed Round Led by Purpose Ventures to Expand Social OOH Network
Australian startup ON THE HOUSE announced a $1.7 million seed round led by Purpose Ventures with participation from UniQuest Extension Fund and Startmate. The funding will support the rollout of 50 new digital dispensers across the country, expanding its social out-of-home advertising network that provides free period products in public restrooms.
Zoom Awards $150,000 in Cash Grants to Five Solo Founders
Zoom announced it will award a total of $150,000 in unconditional cash grants, $30,000 each, to five independent solo founders as part of its Zoom Solopreneur 50 initiative. The program aims to support innovative one‑person businesses in the United States.
InDrive Backs Aurora Ventures to Support Women Founders in Emerging Markets
Aurora has launched Aurora Ventures, an early‑stage investment programme for women founders in emerging markets, with financial backing from ride‑hailing unicorn inDrive. The partnership will fund a 2026 pilot portfolio before Aurora Ventures transitions to a formal GP/LP fund, highlighting...
Crazy Mountain Raises $15M Seed Round Led by CAVU Consumer Partners
Hollywood actor George Clooney and co‑founders Rande Gerber and Mike Meldman announced that their non‑alcoholic beer brand Crazy Mountain closed a $15 million seed round. The round was led by CAVU Consumer Partners with participation from Coatue and Discovery Land Company....
Kovon Raises $250K in Pre-Seed Funding Led by TDV Partners
Kovon, a cross-border workforce-mobility platform, announced it raised $250,000 in a pre-seed round led by TDV Partners. The funding will be used to develop its product, expand employer partnerships, and build out its skilling and training ecosystem. The round closes...
Sazerac Makes Strategic Investment in 818 Tequila, Becoming Exclusive US Distributor
Kendall Jenner’s 818 Tequila has secured a strategic investment from Sazerac, one of the world’s largest distillers, which will also serve as the brand’s exclusive sales and distribution partner in the United States. The size of the investment was not...
Pitch Deck: How This Creator-Founded Energy Drink Brand Raised $6 Million
Neutonic, a three-year-old energy drink brand founded by podcaster Chris Williamson and fitness entrepreneur James Smith, announced a $6 million fundraising round to support its expansion into the U.S., U.K., and other international markets. The capital will fuel growth after...
Ideally Raises over $8M USD to Expand Into US and Launch New Product
NZ‑based market research platform Ideally, co‑founded by James Donald, announced it has raised over $8 million USD in a new investment round. The funding will support its expansion into the United States and the launch of its new product, Ideally Canvas,...
Cap Alpha Ventures Leads $3M Series A Round in House of Chikankari
Women‑led ethnic wear brand House of Chikankari raised $3 million in a Series A round led by Cap Alpha Ventures. The funding will be used to expand its product portfolio, strengthen its omnichannel presence, improve working‑capital efficiency, and invest in team expansion...
OpenLight Secures $50M in Extended Series A Funding
OpenLight, a silicon photonics startup, raised an additional $50 million in an extended Series A round, bringing its total funding to $84 million. The round was led by Matter Venture Partners with participation from Acclimate Ventures, Catapult Ventures, and existing backers Xora Innovation,...
Cnuic Raises $3M Pre‑seed Round Led by Tensor Ventures
Edinburgh‑based photonic chip startup Cnuic secured $3 million in pre‑seed funding, led by Tensor Ventures with participation from Blank Space Ventures, Silicon Roundabout Ventures, Phasechange, SANDS and Superlative. The capital will accelerate development of its novel photolithography device for next‑generation photonic...
Opalia Raises $2.3M in First Close of Funding Round Led by Nàdarra Ventures
Canadian cell‑based dairy startup Opalia secured C$3.2 million (≈ $2.3 million) in the first close of a new funding round to scale production and pursue regulatory approval. The round was led by Nàdarra Ventures with participation from Spring Capital, UCeed, Anges Quebec, Investissement Québec, Cycle Momentum...
Foamlab Raises $3.3M Growth Capital to Scale Bacterial Cellulose Foams
Foamlab, a Delft‑based startup developing bacterial cellulose foams as sustainable alternatives to fossil‑based plastics, announced a €3 million ($3.3 million) growth‑capital round. The round was led by ICOS Capital with participation from Value Factory Ventures, DOEN Ventures, Capricorn Industrial Biotech Fund and...
Elegoo Raises Nine‑figure RMB in Series B+ Round Backed by DragonBall Capital and Others
Elegoo, the Shenzhen‑based 3D printer maker, completed a Series B+ funding round worth a nine‑figure RMB sum. The round was backed by Meituan’s DragonBall Capital, Shenzhen Capital Group, Hillhouse Investment, Yintai Group, Panorama Capital, Mornway Capital and Shenzhen HTI Group....
BlackPeak Capital Invests $7.7M in Croatia’s Fasal Bio to Scale Renewable Materials Platform
BlackPeak Capital has closed a €7 million ($7.7 million) investment in Croatian renewable materials startup Fasal Bio, supporting the global rollout of its Naturion™ platform. The funding, the final commitment from BlackPeak’s SE Growth Equity Fund I, will be used to expand production...
Tuyyo Acquires Nemi and Todo Verde in Strategic Merger
Tuyyo Foods has merged with Nemi Snacks and Todo Verde, combining three minority‑owned Latin‑American food brands under the Tuyyo name. The deal, announced on April 23 2026, aims to cut costs, expand product categories and accelerate growth through shared resources and supply‑chain...
Verretex Raises CHF 800,000 From Innosuisse for Glass‑fibre Recycling Project
Swiss glass‑fibre recycling specialist Verretex announced it has secured CHF 800,000 (≈US$1.02 million) in project funding from Innosuisse, the Swiss innovation agency. The grant will support the development of upcycled short recycled glass fibres for reinforcement‑grade thermoplastic composites in partnership with EPFL...
UNIVITY Raises €27M ($31.6M) Series A to Build VLEO 5G Connectivity Demo
French satellite startup UNIVITY announced a €27 million ($31.6 million) Series A round led by Blast Club, Expansion Venture Capital and Bpifrance’s Deep Tech fund. The funding will be used to expand the team and launch the uniShape 5G connectivity demo in very‑low‑Earth‑orbit,...
Nox Mobility Raises $2.2M in Pre‑seed Round
Nox Mobility, a Berlin‑based private night‑train operator, announced it has closed a €2 million (≈$2.2 million) pre‑seed funding round to accelerate recruitment, build a full‑scale interior mock‑up and prepare for its first services in 2027. The capital will also fund refurbishment of...
Westman Atelier Secures $15M Fresh Funding From Prelude Growth Partners and Imaginary Ventures
Colour cosmetics brand Westman Atelier, founded by makeup artist Gucci Westman, raised $15 million in a new funding round led by existing investors Prelude Growth Partners and Imaginary Ventures, according to an SEC filing. The round brings the company's total...
Caper Raises $2.5M Seed Round to Launch Food Newsletter
Caper, a New York‑based food and hospitality media startup, announced a $2.5 million seed funding round, enabling it to launch its newsletter and website with eight full‑time staff. The round, raised in the autumn, will fund its subscription, advertising and events...
Run The Jewels' Juice Runners Raises $2M Seed Round
Juice Runners, the ready‑to‑drink brand from hip‑hop duo Run The Jewels, closed a seed funding round raising $2 million. The capital will fund new product development, production expansion and national rollout in the United States. The round was completed in April...
HOCCO Ice‑Cream Raises $12.5M From Sauce.VC
HOCCO Ice‑Cream, an Indian ice‑cream maker, raised ₹100 crore ($12.5 M) from venture capital firm Sauce.VC as part of its Series C round, valuing the company at ₹2,500 crore. The funding will be used to expand capacity, distribution, branding and marketing, with the company...
The Hosteller Secures ₹150 Crore ($18.3M) Series B Funding Led by PROMAFT Partners
India’s hostel chain The Hosteller announced a ₹150 crore ($18.3M) Series B round led by PROMAFT Partners and V3 Ventures, with participation from ITI Growth Opportunities Fund and Merisis Wealth Trust. The funding will support expansion to 25,000 beds and the...
Pernod Ricard India Foundation and NSRCEL Disburse $115k in Grants to 10 Circular Economy Startups
NSRCEL, the IIM Bangalore incubator, partnered with Pernod Ricard India Foundation to conclude its third Circular Economy Incubation Programme, disbursing $115k in grants to ten startups focused on climate‑smart agriculture, plastic and glass circularity. The programme provided mentoring, industry linkages...
Fairly Staffing Raises Undisclosed Investment From Accelerate Fund IV
Edmonton-based dental gig platform Fairly Staffing announced today that it has received an investment from the Alberta Enterprise Corporation-backed Accelerate Fund IV. The undisclosed amount will be used to expand its presence across Canada. The fund typically invests up to...
StarLight Therapeutics Secures $2.0M Seed Funding
European venture studio AQYLA BioVentures launched its first programme, STARLIGHT Therapeutics, which secured €1.8 million (approx $2.0 million) in seed funding. The round supports the development of retinal disease therapies and was announced as part of AQYLA's new biotech venture studio model.
Schnuck Markets Provides $5,000 Equity‑free Funding to Each of 10 Local Startups in Springboard Cohort
Schnuck Markets Inc. launched the second cohort of its Springboard emerging business accelerator, placing ten local brands in 15 St. Louis stores for a four‑week trial. Each participating company received $5,000 in equity‑free funding from Schnucks, with the trial running...
Happy Plant Protein Raises $2.0M Pre‑seed Round Led by Nordic Foodtech VC
Finnish food‑tech startup Happy Plant Protein announced it has closed a €1.8 million (~$2.0 million) pre‑seed round, led by Nordic Foodtech VC with participation from Butterfly Ventures and a Business Finland grant. The funding will be used to develop and license its...
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Concurrent Investment Advisors Invests Minority Stake in Montesa Wealth Management
Concurrent Investment Advisors, a hybrid RIA platform, has taken a minority stake in Montesa Wealth Management, a new firm launched by former Merrill Lynch advisor A.J. Montesa. The investment supports Montesa’s launch on Concurrent’s platform, adding to its network of...
Blue Vector Completes Pre‑A5 Funding Round Led by Jinding Capital
Blue Vector, the low‑altitude economy enterprise behind the Skyla eVTOL, announced on April 10 that it closed a Pre‑A5 financing round. The round was led by Jinding Capital with participation from CICC Capital and additional investment from HIGHLIGHT Capital. Proceeds will...
Barron Trump's Startup Sollos Raises $1M in Private Placement
Barron Trump, a 19‑year‑old NYU student, is launching Sollos, a ready‑to‑drink yerba mate brand. The company raised $1 million through a private placement, according to SEC filings, and plans to debut its pineapple‑coconut flavored drink in May. Sollos will focus on...
Masters’ Union Launches Rs 100 Crore MU Ventures Fund for Under‑25 Founders
India’s business school Masters’ Union announced the launch of MU Ventures, a Rs 100 crore ($12 million) early‑stage investment fund targeting entrepreneurs under 25. The fund will invest between Rs 5 lakh and Rs 50 lakh per startup and offers mentorship, co‑working space, and partnerships with Amazon,...
Livid Raises $10M to Build an Ad-Free Video Hosting Alternative
Livid announced a $10 million funding round from the original team behind a major live‑streaming service. The capital will be used to expand its ad‑free video hosting platform for creators and small businesses, including new tools such as the Livid...
ElGoat Secures $266,000 Seed Round From Trigon
Saudi sportstech startup ElGoat announced the close of a $266,000 seed funding round led by Trigon, valuing the company at $2.66 million. The capital will be used for product development, user acquisition, and regional expansion across the MENA sports gaming...
Romanian Audiobook Platform Voxa Raises €4M ($4.7M) Led by Catalyst Romania
Romanian audiobook and e‑book streaming platform Voxa announced it has raised over €4 million ($4.7 million) in a funding round led by local investment fund Catalyst Romania. The capital will fund Voxa’s expansion across the Balkans, strengthen its position in Hungary, and...
Fermtech Raises $3.3M in Funding Round Led by Elbow Beach
UK food‑tech startup Fermtech secured £2.5 million ($3.3 million) to scale its Koji Cocoa ingredient. The round was led by Elbow Beach, with participation from Carbon 13 and Empirical Ventures. The funding will be used to commercialise the climate‑friendly cocoa alternative.
GitButler Secures $17M Series A Funding Led by A16z
Developer workflow startup GitButler Inc. announced a $17 million Series A round led by a16z, with Fly Ventures GmbH and A.Capital Ventures also participating. The funding will accelerate product development and expand its platform that simplifies Git workflows for developers.
D2C Insider Super Angels Leads Pre-Seed Round in Kids Brand Filli & Me, Raising $0.18M
Indian D2C kids accessories brand Filli & Me raised Rs 1.5 crore ($0.18 M) in a pre‑seed round led by D2C Insider Super Angels, with participation from other angel investors. The mixed equity‑debt funding will support product development, brand building, and expansion of...
Aspect Aerospace Secures $2.4M Funding From US Space Force and SOSV
Aspect Aerospace, a University of South Alabama spin‑off, announced it has secured $2.4 million in funding to develop circuit‑board‑sized satellites for VLEO. The financing includes a $1.9 million grant from the U.S. Space Force and a $500,000 pre‑seed investment from venture‑capital firm...
Afreshed Acquires German Competitor Etepetete to Expand in DACH Region
Austrian organic food rescue-box startup Afreshed announced the acquisition of German rival etepetete, gaining nationwide presence in Germany. The deal, whose price was not disclosed, marks Afreshed’s first step into the German market and expands its logistics network.
CarniStore Raises $12.2M Strategic Minority Investment From Emirates Growth Fund
UAE‑based e‑commerce platform CarniStore announced a $12.2 million strategic minority investment from Emirates Growth Fund. The funding will be used to scale its premium protein operations, expand product verticals and accelerate regional expansion. EGF will also support the founders on governance...
Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Education Awards $4.9M in Grants to 45 Student‑founded Ventures
The Federal Ministry of Education announced the disbursement of ₦2.25 billion (≈$4.9 million) in equity‑free grants to 45 student‑founded startups across Nigeria. The Student Venture Capital Grant Bootcamp provides up to ₦50 million per venture, aiming to sustain early‑stage innovation amid a slowdown...
Unicorn India Ventures Leads $1.5M Pre‑Series A Round in Agritech Startup Cropcoin
Agritech startup Cropcoin raised $1.5M in a pre‑Series A round led by Unicorn India Ventures, with participation from Climate Angels. The funding will support expansion from 10 to 66 districts across Bihar and Jharkhand. The round follows a $300K raise last...
Electronics-Only Quick Commerce Startup Epik Raises $1M Led by Info Edge Ventures
Indian quick‑commerce startup Epik secured $1 million in a pre‑seed round led by Info Edge Ventures, with participation from angel investors. The Bengaluru‑based company will use the funds to expand its fulfillment infrastructure, product catalogue, and demo‑operations network across cities. Founded...
SOUS Raises $4.3M Seed Round Led by Seed +Speed Ventures
Amsterdam-based AI growth platform SOUS announced it closed a $4.3M seed round, led by Seed +Speed Ventures with participation from PeakBridge, Altitude, Gekko Capital and angel investors. The funding will be used to expand its product and engineering teams, further...
Rumin8 Raises $3M From Kiwi Investors to Expand in New Zealand
Australian agtech startup Rumin8 announced it has closed a $3 million seed round led by New Zealand investor AgriZeroNZ, with participation from Harvest Road Group, Aware Super Sentient WA Growth Fund and Prelude Ventures. The funding will support the company’s...
Burma Burma Raises $4.6M in Private Funding Round, Valuing the Chain at $60M
India's specialty restaurant chain Burma Burma announced a private funding round that raised ₹38 crore ($4.6 M), led by existing investor Negen Capital with new investors Endurance Capital and Coheron Wealth. The round values the company at approximately ₹500 crore ($60 M) and will...
Nopalera Secures $4M Funding Round Led by Morgan Stanley's Next Level Fund
San Antonio‑based beauty brand Nopalera raised $4 million in a funding round led by Morgan Stanley’s Next Level Fund and co‑led by L’Attitude Ventures, with participation from several other investors. The capital will accelerate retail expansion and product growth across its...
Australian Gaming Magazine CONTINUE Raises $70,000 on Kickstarter
Australian gaming magazine CONTINUE, founded by former Kotaku Australia editor Mark Serrels and journalist Jackson Ryan, launched a Kickstarter campaign that raised over $70,000 in a week, surpassing its $25,000 goal. The funds will support the production of the first...