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🚀 Exciting News! 🌟 I am delighted to announce that I have joined the esteemed Startmate First Believers program as an #angel investor with Cohort 7 in 2024. Thank you Ben Simai for getting me involved :) As the founder of NUVC.ai, my mission is deeply rooted in harnessing the power of our 'unicorn algorithm' to forge transformative connections between early-stage investors and founders, while also developing AI-beings to join the #futureofwork for investment. Why angel investing? This venture is a continuation of my commitment to utilizing state-of-the-art tools and technologies. By integrating NUVC.ai’s capabilities, we as #angels equip ourselves with sophisticated quantitative and qualitative analysis tools, enabling us to make investment choices that not only yield high returns but also foster significant societal impact. NUVC.ai stands out by offering cutting-edge insights into the viability and potential of early-stage companies. This allows us to pinpoint the most promising opportunities and actively support their paths to success. Leveraging AI for thorough, data-driven analysis helps align our investments with our vision of spurring prosperity and innovation throughout Australia’s vibrant economy. Love to share the #confidence with all #investors so we can make more investment that is also #matching our thesis & goals through NUVC.ai. Through my involvement in #startmate, I am eager to learn #angelinvesment and put that knowledge into NUVC.ai's AI-being. Together we are able to catalyze the growth of startups that are paving the way for new industries, creating valuable employment opportunities, driving technological advancement, and molding the future economic landscape of Australia. With NUVC.ai as my strategic ally, I look forward to contributing to a prosperous and innovative future. 🌟 #AngelInvesting #EconomicGrowth #Innovation #NUVCai

⏳ The countdown to 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 | 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 | is officially on! 🚀 Venture Day isn't just another tech conference; it's a platform for growth, connection, and inspiration. It's an opportunity to meet like-minded individuals, share ideas, and collectively push the boundaries of what's possible in deep tech. 🎉 This year's theme is "𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲", and the day – June 18th to be exact – is packed with 1:1 meetings, discussions, mingling, and networking between leading investors and deep tech companies from Chalmers Ventures' portfolio. ⭐️ // This is a by-invite-only event // We delve into the heart of deep tech, exploring groundbreaking advancements and the incredible people behind them. Whether your passion lies in science, research, investment, entrepreneurship, or simply reaching out a helping hand, Venture Day 2024 is where our collective journey towards a brighter tomorrow converges. 💫 .... 👋 Here's a sneak peek of what the day has in store: ▪️Nasdaq Stock Market opening ▪️Enlightening panel discussions ▪️1:1 Meetings | Investors & Startups ▪️ Deep Tech Showcases from Chalmers Ventures' great portfolio ▪️ Mingle & networking ▪️ Beers & Burgers ▪️ And much, much more! 👀 Join us in the coming week as we introduce the program in more detail here in our feed. Venture Day sponsors and partners: Vinge | EKN Exportkreditnämnden | Almi Invest | NORMA Advokater | Nordea ________ #deeptech #investments #chalmersventureday #chalmersventures

Aviato: A Rising Star in Private Market Data Aviato (founded in 2021, in San Francisco) is emerging as a leading platform for early-stage startup discovery. By leveraging proprietary data and advanced analytics, Aviato offers a comprehensive solution for sourcing, qualifying, and engaging promising startups. Founders: Eric Zhu, and Harrison Kessel Unlike traditional platforms like Crunchbase, Tracxn, and PitchBook, Aviato goes beyond basic metrics like funding rounds and headcount. It provides unique insights into company performance, including credit card revenue, employee vesting schedules, and talent acquisition patterns, drawing comparisons to SignalFire's internal database. Aviato is well-positioned to capitalize on this opportunity. With a recent $2.3 million seed round from prominent investors like 8VC, Soma Capital, and SoftBank Investment Advisers, the company is rapidly expanding its capabilities. As the demand for efficient startup sourcing and analysis grows within the VC, CVC, and PE ecosystem. While the private market data landscape is crowded with various tools and platforms, Aviato's focus on early-stage startups and its unique data points differentiate it from competitors. The industry is gradually consolidating, with larger firms like EQT Motherbrain leading the charge. However, there's still significant room for specialized platforms like Aviato to thrive. #privatemarkets #venturecapital #softbank #aviato #tracxn #crunchbase #eqt #fundraising #somacapital #investmentmanagement #databases #tools #vctools

While we ourselves have been holding our breath for our beta release (which has been delayed, we admit – but we're working on it!), we're back with some amazing news🙌 imii has been accepted to the GoodTech Ventures Spring Accelerator – a programme helping socially minded entrepreneurs grow their business and scale their impact 🔥 Marrying our business metrics with the desired positive impact has been one of our core focuses from day 0 of building imii, and we're really excited to see how the programme helps us on this journey. Wish us luck! ___________________________________________________ Founded by Jane Fisher and Alexandra Miltsin, Imii is an AI-powered pocket assistant designed to help immigrants thrive in their new home countries. By offering personalised guidance on housing, banking, healthcare, and more, Imii transforms the daunting process of relocation into an adventure filled with opportunities and support. Learn more about how Imii is revolutionising the relocation experience and join us in supporting this impactful venture. 👉 Read the full announcement via the link in the comments👇 #TechForGood #Innovation #AI #ImmigrantSupport #GoodTechVentures

Shaping the Future of Polish Innovation: Insights from COBIN Angels 2023/2024 Report We're excited to share key findings from COBIN Angels' latest report on the Polish angel investment landscape. We are encouraged by the growth and maturation of this vital part of our innovation ecosystem. Key Highlights: ↗ Growing Investor Base: 44% of angels are now aged 31-40, indicating a new wave of younger investors entering the market. ↗ Increasing Commitment: 97% of angels plan to maintain or increase their investment activity in the coming year. ↗ Impact of AI: 75% of startups believe AI will significantly change the investment landscape, presenting new opportunities and challenges. ↗ Sector Focus: E-commerce, food tech, and fashion lead in attracting angel investments, reflecting evolving market trends. These trends underscore the dynamic nature of Poland's startup ecosystem and the crucial role of angel investors in nurturing early-stage innovations. At AIP Seed, we're committed to supporting this growth, bridging the gap between visionary ideas and transformative realities. We believe that fostering a strong angel investment community is key to driving real change through innovation. How do you see the role of angel investors evolving in shaping Poland's technological future? For full access to this insightful report and to dive deeper into the data, follow the link in the comments. #AngelInvesting #StartupEcosystem #InnovationCatalyst #PolishTech

Last week I moderated an insightful webinar on "Securing Funding for Australian Deep Tech Startups"! Our amazing panel featured Phil Morle, Partner at Main Sequence Ventures, Aubrey Keller, Investment Director at Temasek and Julia Reisser, Co-founder of Uluu Key takeaways: 🔹 Resilience in Deep Tech: Despite recent funding challenges, deep tech investment continues to grow steadily. Startups are showing resilience, and we're seeing renewed investor interest. 🔹 Hot Sectors: AI & Generative AI: Transforming robotics, material discovery, and more. Climate Tech: Ongoing innovation in decarbonization and sustainable solutions. Quantum Computing & Industrial Biotech: Australia is positioning itself as a leader in these areas. 🔹 What VCs Look For: Strong Teams: Right people at the right time, especially those who can scale and adapt. Clear Go-to-Market Strategies: Understanding your commercialization path is crucial. Partnerships: Leveraging collaborations to accelerate growth and reduce risks. Techno-Economics & Capital Efficiency: Demonstrating a viable path to profitability without excessive capital requirements. 🔹 Advice for Founders: Tell a Compelling Story: Make complex ideas accessible and exciting. Build Your Network: Engage with advisors, investors, and industry partners early on. Stay Open to Feedback: Adaptability and coachability can make a significant difference. Understand the Global Landscape: Know your competitors and what sets you apart internationally. A huge thank you to our panelists and everyone who participated. The deep tech landscape is evolving rapidly, and it's exciting to be part of the journey. Kylie Little Sophie Ritchie Arjun Agarwal 🚀 Imogen Hunter Rachel Smith Annabelle O'Donnell Giulia Colaci Gabby Lee-Sinclair #DeepTech #StartupFunding #Innovation #Investment #Entrepreneurship

The Black Angel Group is proud to announce our investment in Sona (getsona.com), an AI-driven platform revolutionizing frontline workforce management, which closed a $27.5M Series A! We were drawn to Sona for several key reasons: 🌎 Experienced Team: Sona is led by a former founder who successfully exited a $3.5 billion company. The team and its investors have experience scaling companies globally, which will be helpful as Sona expands into North America. 💾 Market Opportunity: Sona is targeting the enterprise-scale frontline workforce management market, where a significant portion of the workforce, about 56% in the UK, US, and EU still grapples with outdated management tools like paper, spreadsheets, and legacy systems. These antiquated systems lead to a considerable mismanagement of labor, costing employers between 25% and 50% of their revenue in some cases. This presents a significant opportunity for Sona to become a market leader in the workforce software management space targeting a large and underserved segment of frontline enterprises. 💡 Product Innovation: Sona is changing the way frontline enterprises manage their workforce by providing an all-in-one, AI-driven solution. Their push to capture core backend systems helps Sona land and expand, ultimately creating a long range data advantage. A huge shoutout to Asif Moosani for bringing us this exciting opportunity. Our collective of angel investors are excited to join Felicis, Northzone, Gradient Ventures, Speedinvest, and Antler in backing the team as they tackle this underserved market and bring much-needed innovation to the frontline workforce management landscape. Watch this space! #venturecapital #startup #WorkforceManagement #AI #Investment #FutureOfWork #Innovation #Tech

🚀 Ready to up your investment game? 📣 Join VentureCrowd for an insightful webinar with Connie Mckeage and Sean Gregory, hosted by CEO Steven Maarbani. 🗓️ Date: 20 June 2024 🕔 Time: 5:30 PM AEST Why do some private companies become unicorns and others just don’t? Tonight, I’m pumped for my fireside chat with industry legends Connie McKeage (Founder & former CEO of OneVue, sold to Press for $115M) and Sean Gregory (former PwC Australia Executive Board Member and Deals Leader) to find out what they look for and where the hottest opportunities in the market are right now. Expect insights into market trends creating high-growth opportunities, strategies to identify top startup and scaleup opportunities, key criteria to evaluate early-stage startups, and the impact of generative AI on future unicorns. 🔗 Register Now: https://bit.ly/4e6BNCi #Investment #Webinar #StartupInvestment #GenerativeAI #VentureCrowd #HighGrowth #PrivateEquity

Funding in Europe may be dipping. But deeptech companies are leading their industries with the region’s growing talent pool. Pete Benedetto, Europe regional lead for Catalyst, shares the latest insights from our global mid-year VC snapshot: 💡 Europe is leading the charge in AI talent, with standout successes like ElevenLabs, pioneers in voice AI, and ICEYE, leading the “NewSpace” movement from Poland—both showcasing the region’s immense potential. 📉 Despite a decline in active investors, Europe’s startup landscape remains dynamic — impressive deeptech companies like Ireland’s XOCEAN, which just raised 30M GBP, and Italy’s D-Orbit, which raised $100M, continue to grow. 🚀 Türkiye’s success stories, including Peak Games’ $1.8B acquisition, fintech successes like Figopara and iyzico, and the bootstrapped success of Codeway and Papara are setting the stage for future growth. 🌍 While Spain and Italy have less VC investment compared to the UK, Germany, and France, they’ve been steadily gaining momentum in recent years with standout successes like Factorial and Bending Spoons. Curious about VC trends in your region? Dive into our global mid-year snapshots: https://lnkd.in/eXyRxfks #VentureCapital #EndeavorCatalyst #Entrepreneurship Endeavor Spain Endeavor Italy Endeavor Türkiye

Mid - year report from Endeavor Catalyst