Moonstone Venture Capital

We’re thrilled to introduce three startups joining our portfolio, each with remarkable potential and a unique vision for their industry! 🔬 CyanoCapture CyanoCapture is at the forefront of combating climate change through innovative carbon capture technologies. By leveraging the power of cyanobacteria, CyanoCapture is developing sustainable solutions that actively reduce atmospheric CO2, contributing to a greener and more sustainable planet. CyanoCapture’s cutting-edge technology utilizes genetically enhanced cyanobacteria to capture and convert carbon dioxide into valuable byproducts. This breakthrough not only helps in reducing greenhouse gases but also produces useful materials, turning an environmental challenge into an economic opportunity. Through strategic partnerships and a relentless focus on research and development, CyanoCapture is driving forward the future of carbon capture. Their scalable and eco-friendly solutions are designed to be implemented across various industries, providing a versatile tool in the global effort to reduce carbon footprints. 🧑⚕️ InSilicoTrials InSilicoTrials revolutionizes drug development with advanced cloud-based computational modeling and AI solutions. Their platform integrates leading-edge models from global experts, accelerating R&D and regulatory approval for pharmaceutical and biotech firms. By providing easy access to regulatory-compliant reports and eliminating the need for costly in-house resources, InSilicoTrials offers significant time and cost savings while enhancing safety protocols. Collaborations with leading universities and industry partners continuously enhance their model library, ensuring tailored solutions that redefine drug development efficiency and efficacy. 🦠 Airbuild Inc Airbuild is transforming the construction industry with cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices. By integrating advanced materials and innovative design principles, Airbuild is pioneering a new era of eco-friendly building solutions that prioritize environmental impact without compromising on performance. One of the standout innovations from Airbuild is their use of algae bio panels. These panels not only generate clean energy but also sequester carbon and filter wastewater, making them a huge win for the environment. This groundbreaking technology exemplifies Airbuild’s commitment to harnessing nature’s power to create sustainable and efficient building solutions. Airbuild’s projects showcase the potential of sustainable construction. By focusing on renewable materials and energy-efficient designs, they are setting new standards for what it means to build green. 👉 Follow CyanoCapture, InSilicoTrials and Airbuild Inc to learn more about their commitment to fostering cutting-edge innovations that are shaping the future.

🚀 Closing the week with a new post dedicated to three of our outstanding portfolio companies. 🌱 Kelpi Kelpi is tackling the urgent issue of packaging, a major contributor to the plastic pollution plaguing our planet. To make a real impact, Kelpi collaborates with leading global brands to develop customized, sustainable algae-based packaging. These algae not only regenerate marine environments and produce oxygen but also serve as the basis for biopolymers that can be transformed into bioplastic coatings. Reducing plastic use translates to less oil extraction, lower emissions, and decreased pollution in both terrestrial and marine ecosystems. This commitment to sustainability is why Kelpi has earned its B-Corp certification. 🦸♂️ Heero.me Heero is the AI-powered language learning app that's transforming how people master new languages. Designed to be a personal language coach, it uses cutting-edge AI technology to provide real-time feedback and tailor-made learning experiences. Heero goes beyond traditional language learning by focusing on conversational skills. Its AI-driven interface allows users to practice speaking in context, enhancing their ability to navigate real-world conversations confidently. Perfect for learners at any level, Heero adjusts to users' proficiency and learning style, ensuring that they make steady progress at their own pace. Heero is starting a language revolution, unlocking the power of communication and offering users a glimpse into the future of language learning with AI. 🧠 EpilepsyGTx EpilepsyGTx’s mission is to make patients with focal refractory epilepsy seizure-free. The team is developing a portfolio of cutting-edge gene therapies which are based on pioneering research from the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology. 👉 Follow Kelpi, Heero.me and EpilepsyGTx journey and stay updated on their latest advancements and success stories!

🚀 Proud to announce our participation in Cubbit's latest raise, together with top-tier international VCs, aimed at revolutionizing data storage with the first geo-distributed cloud enabler. Why is this a game-changer? Cubbit's innovative technology significantly reduces the cloud carbon footprint, utilizing 25-50% fewer IT resources, extending hardware lifespan, and cutting electronic waste. Moreover, companies and service providers can now build their own geo-distributed S3 cloud storage, reclaiming sovereignty over their data, infrastructure, and costs. 👉 Discover more in their press release: https://hubs.li/Q02GJ9H70

🚀 Hey! We have exciting news at Moonstone! We’re thrilled to announce that Moonstone has welcomed a new valuable addition to our team over the past couple of months. Please join us in welcoming Vittorio Tatangelo as our newest team member! Vittorio will be spearheading efforts to scout amazing startups and bring even more value to the startups within Moonstone's portfolio. With his extensive experience and passion for innovation, Vittorio is set to make a significant impact on our mission to empower and support startups on their journey to success. His enthusiasm and expertise will undoubtedly enhance our ability to nurture and grow the incredible talent within our portfolio. Welcome aboard, Vittorio! 🌖 Together, we are poised to achieve great things and continue to drive innovation in the startup ecosystem!

☄️ Despite the intense heat, we’re ready to present three more startups from Moonstone’s portfolio! 📲 YOUTH HealthTech In the face of an irreversible demographic aging trend and rising demand for longevity products, preventative screenings are becoming increasingly important: demand for preventative screening is expected to reach $590B worldwide in 2029. However, it still takes more than 3 weeks to get a single preventative checkup and 75% of people face late diagnoses. Youth Health's innovative app provides a comprehensive health checkup in less than 2 minutes using data collected from smartphone sensors and AI (no extra hardware): by analyzing light reflection patterns on a person's face video, voice recordings, and eye pictures the app identifies 20+ biomarkers across 7+ organs. By investing 1 minute per week in a digital health screening you can track your Metabolic, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Cognitive, Mental, and Dermatologic health status (and even more…)! 🌐 Atlantix Introducing Atlantix, a platform that provides e-commerce related services to producers, entrepreneurs, and consumers through a unique meritocracy-based system! In a world where distances between people and businesses have diminished yet remain robust, Atlantix aims to revolutionize governance models with a hybrid platform blending marketplace and social media functionalities, providing its user community with the framework of a digital city where e-commerce enterprises are managed! 🧓🏻 Vilma Adopting a healthy lifestyle can prevent certain chronic diseases, and we believe that fostering community engagement is key to achieving this. Vilma is specifically designed as a social learning and wellbeing platform, catering to individuals over 50 who are committed to self-improvement, social interaction, and new experiences. On Vilma, members have the opportunity to participate in in-person, remote, or small group lessons and courses. With interactive sessions, hands-on learning, and top-tier instructors, Vilma is gaining recognition from governments, insurance providers, and healthcare professionals alike. 👉 Follow YOUTH HealthTech, Atlantix and Vilma for more information on their journey!

✨ At Moonstone, we are committed to supporting visionary entrepreneurs who will tackle the challenges of the coming decades. Together with Chiara Castelli and Jacopo Mele, co-founders of Moonstone, we are excited to welcome three key members to our new Board of Directors. Their diverse backgrounds and generational perspectives will help guide our initiatives. Lodovico Sella, a FinTech specialist from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, is the youngest member and will bring his innovative and forward-thinking ideas. Alongside him, we are honored to have Gianni Letta, a distinguished journalist and former Undersecretary of State to the Presidency of the Council, whose profound knowledge and experience will greatly enrich our journey. Completing the Board is Eleonora Mantovani, Principal at PROfounders Capital and co-founder of the investment syndicate Elementary, bringing her perspective and extensive insights on the Venture Capital sector. 🚀 We firmly believe that the collective experiences and insights from our board members will empower Moonstone to effectively pursue our mission.

✨ Proud to have peoplerank in our portfolio! peoplerank is on a mission to bring transparency to relationships through reviews, and they're doing it with their new beta version, specifically designed for founders and investors. Excited to see how this innovative platform will transform the way we build and maintain professional connections!

✨ Here we go, introducing three more incredible startups from Moonstone's portfolio! ⚡️ PLANCKIAN Let’s dive into the future of energy with Planckian! They push the boundaries of quantum by developing breakthrough designs for unconventional computing architecture efficiently exploiting energy dynamics. With a foundation built on a decade of cutting-edge advances in the research field of quantum batteries, Planckian merges quantum physics and materials science to develop high-controllable and scalable architectures for quantum technologies. 🚺 THIS UNIQUE This Unique is a femtech startup dedicated to fighting the stigma and taboos surrounding women's relationship with their bodies, and in particular, with menstruation. To address these issues, This Unique provides a range of services and products. Among them are fully compostable, plastic-free pads made from 100% organic cotton. Many organizations and companies have embraced This Unique's products, integrating them into their workplaces to champion the well-being of women and girls. Furthermore, This Unique actively fosters constructive dialogue on typically silenced topics, sharing invaluable insights to promote authentic awareness of the menstrual experience. 🌱 AGRIRED Have you ever heard of aquaponic technologies? If not, then you'll be interested to know who Agrired is! Based in Italy, Agrired is a pioneering farm dedicated to entirely plant-based food and fish production, utilizing aquaponic cultivation technologies. These innovative methods minimize water usage while maximizing efficiency. Spanning over 8,000 square meters of covered area, Agrired boasts 8 greenhouses equipped with specialized photovoltaic systems, powering the water systems sustainably. Furthermore, it houses a dedicated scientific hub for research and development, alongside logistics and service areas. Agrired aims to become one of the largest aquaponic industrial plants in Europe! 👉 Follow Planckian, This Unique and Agrired to learn more about their mission!

We like to stay grounded, but some milestones deserve to be shared and celebrated 😁 We are happy to celebrate the mention of a few members from our portfolio in the Forbes Italia 100 Under 30 list. 👏 Let's give a round of applause to: • Chiara Schettino and Filippo Toni from Rosso • Federico Brunelli, Federico Di Carlo, and Vittorio Gargiulo from Hotiday • Stefano Cappello from Limenet • Gaia Salizzoni and Vittoria Brolis from Hale Here is the full list: https://lnkd.in/dswY45bG Their dedication and hard work have truly paid off, and we are immensely proud to have them as part of our portfolio. ✨ Here's to many more achievements to come!

Are you ready to meet three other startups from Moonstone's portfolio? 🩸 HERE WE FLO Here We Flo, a trailblazing brand dedicated to sustainable Period Care, Bladder Care and Sexual Wellness, committed to eco-friendly practices and social impact. Here We Flo stands out for its organic bamboo pads and liners, free from harsh chemicals and petroleum plastics. With a focus on sustainability, biodegradability, and community support, Here We Flo is reshaping the period care industry with its innovative and planet-conscious approach. 💬 TEXTYESS TextYess, a cutting-edge platform revolutionizing customer engagement through AI-powered solutions. TextYess is driven by an innovative approach to boosting eCommerce conversion rates and providing a conversational shopping experience that resonates with customers. TextYess's AI Shopping-Assistant transforms the standard buying experience into a more interactive and personalized journey, resulting in significantly enhanced customer interactions, increased sales growth and conversion rates. 👨🎤 MIDLY Midly is a community-based platform revolutionizing the interaction between artists and fans. It aims to make it possible for fans to directly engage with their favourite artists through Top Fan rewarding mechanisms and digital fan clubs, while artists can thrive in their music careers in a fresh, unconventional manner, without solely relying on extensive in streaming listenership. By connecting their Midly profile to Spotify, users can accumulate points and climb their favorite artist's Top Fan rank while enjoying their preferred tracks. This seamless integration fosters a deeper connection between artists and fans, enhancing the overall music experience. 👉 Follow Here We Flo, TextYess and Midly for more updates on their adventures!