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Haaven Raises €1.1M to Revolutionize Homebuilding, African Startups Secure $187M in Funding

Amsterdam-based Haaven raises €1.1 million pre-seed to reinvent the way we build homes. African startups scored $187 million in funding in May. Plus, exclusive: Healthcare AI startup Regard raises a Series B round from VC firm Oak HC/FT. Also, 5 UK FinTech startups on track to gain unicorn status in 2024.Sources:https://www.eu-startups.com/2024/06/amsterdam-based-haaven-raises-e1-1-million-pre-seed-to-reinvent-the-way-we-build-homes/https://techpoint.africa/2024/06/11/techpoint-digest-854/https://www.businessinsider.com/healthcare-ai-startup-regard-series-b-funding-oak-hc-ft-2024-6https://ibsintelligence.com/ibsi-news/5-uk-fintech-startups-on-track-to-gain-unicorn-status-in-2024/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Amsterdam-based Haaven raises €1.1 million pre-seed to reinvent the way we build homes(00:03:52) African startups scored $187 million in funding in May(00:06:03) Exclusive: Healthcare AI startup Regard just raised a Series B round from VC firm Oak HC/FT(00:08:21) 5 UK FinTech startups on track to gain unicorn status in 2024

Bluedot Raises Funding for AI Meeting Recordings, Nigerian Startups Compete in Pitch2Win

London-based Bluedot secures €560K to solve the privacy puzzle in AI recorded meetings. 15 Nigerian startups named finalists of $10k Pitch2Win competition. Plus, navigating startup success in Europe and the rise of venture debt financing for startups.Sources:https://www.eu-startups.com/2024/06/london-based-bluedot-raises-e560k-to-solve-the-privacy-puzzle-in-ai-recorded-meetings/https://disruptafrica.com/2024/06/10/15-nigerian-startups-named-finalists-of-10k-pitch2win-competition/https://siliconcanals.com/news/startups/navigating-startup-success-in-europe/https://www.financialexpress.com/business/sme-startups-see-rise-in-venture-debt-financing-3519971/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) London-based Bluedot raises €560K to solve the privacy puzzle in AI recorded meetings(00:03:29) 15 Nigerian startups named finalists of $10k Pitch2Win competition(00:06:00) Navigating startup success in Europe: speed, strategy, and the single market(00:08:46) Startups see rise in venture debt financing

Startups Tackle Climate Change and Support Palestinian Tech Sector

A startup in Berkeley is decarbonizing the air to solve global warming. Global tech experts are supporting Palestinian startups and their cause. Mesa Quantum wins the 8th Annual Veteran Startup Showcase. Bengaluru hosts ACS Ignite 2024 for deep science startups.Sources:https://www.hindustantimes.com/technology/seeing-silicon-a-startup-in-berkeley-is-decarbonising-air-to-solve-global-warming-101717874873568.htmlhttps://www.thenationalnews.com/business/2024/06/09/global-tech-experts-are-supporting-palestinian-start-ups-and-cause/https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/718199484/mesa-quantum-wins-8th-annual-veteran-startup-showcase-startup-developing-advanced-sensors-for-improved-atomic-clockshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bengaluru/deep-science-startups-get-platform-to-pitch-ideas/articleshow/110828237.cmsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Seeing Silicon | A startup in Berkeley is decarbonising air to solve global warming(00:02:58) How global tech experts are supporting Palestinian start-ups and cause(00:06:17) Mesa Quantum Wins 8th Annual Veteran Startup Showcase: Startup Developing Advanced Sensors for Improved Atomic Clocks(00:09:20) Deep science startups get platform to pitch ideas | Bengaluru News

India’s Thriving Startup Ecosystem and UN Recognition for Kazakh EdTech Startup

Indian startups flock home in a sign of a thriving economy. Kazakh startup achieves UN's digital public good status. Plus, meet three tech startups protecting our seas on World Ocean Day. Also, explore the innovations shaping the future of education by ed-tech startups.Sources:https://www.deccanchronicle.com/business/indian-startups-flock-home-a-sign-of-thriving-economy-897939https://astanatimes.com/2024/06/kazakh-startup-project-achieves-uns-digital-public-good-status/https://thenextweb.com/news/world-ocean-day-tech-startups-protecting-our-seashttps://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1198101-ed-tech-startups-innovations-shaping-the-future-of-educationOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Indian Startups Flock Home: A Sign of Thriving Economy(00:03:26) Kazakh Startup Project Achieves UN’s Digital Public Good Status(00:06:32) World Ocean Day: Meet 3 tech startups protecting our seas(00:10:18) Ed-tech startups: Innovations shaping the future of education

Nara Space Recognized as Top Climate Startup, New CleanTech Accelerator Launched

Nara Space selected as IPEF's top-100 climate startups. Green energy enthusiasts, a new CleanTech Accelerator targets startups in Romania and SEE. Also, discover the top 10 best African countries for startups in 2024. Plus, the Touristech Startup Fest is back, showcasing innovative projects in the tourism sector.Sources:https://www.kedglobal.com/aerospace-defense/newsView/ked202406070007https://www.romania-insider.com/cleantech-accelerator-energy-startups-romania-see-2024https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/markets/top-10-best-african-countries-for-startups-in-2024/gvr327vhttps://www.traveldailynews.com/mice-industry/touristech-startup-fest-2024-call-open-for-disruptive-startups-in-the-travel-tech-sector/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Nara Space selected as IPEF's top-100 climate startups(00:02:58) Green energy: New CleanTech Accelerator targets startups in Romania and SEE(00:06:34) Top 10 best African countries for Startups in 2024(00:09:23) Touristech startup Fest 2024 call

Sloyd Secures €3M Funding for AI-Powered 3D Design, Payhawk Plans M&A Expansion, Aleph Farms Faces Layoffs, SmartLoC Raises €1.8M for B2B Payments

Oslo-based Sloyd revolutionizes 3D design with €3 million in seed funding. Payhawk aims for a U.S. expansion through mergers and acquisitions. Aleph Farms announces layoffs in the alternative protein industry. German startup SmartLoC raises €1.8 million to transform B2B payments in international trade.Sources:https://www.eu-startups.com/2024/06/oslo-based-sloyd-bags-e3-million-to-speed-up-3d-design-for-creators-and-gaming-companies/https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/national-international/payhawk-a-1-billion-corporate-card-startup-plans-ma-shopping-spree-to-boost-its-u-s-footprint/5481772/https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/hkdwxv0nahttps://siliconcanals.com/crowdfunding/smartloc-raises-1-8m/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Oslo-based Sloyd bags €3 million to speed up 3D design for creators and gaming companies(00:03:10) Payhawk, a $1 billion corporate card startup, plans M&A shopping spree to boost its U.S. footprint(00:06:06) Cultivated meat startup Aleph Farms lays off 30% of staff(00:09:51) German startup SmartLoC raises €1.8M in to transform B2B Payments in international trade

Cisco Launches $1bn AI Fund, Synthara Raises €10.5m for Embedded Computing

Cisco unveils a $1 billion fund to invest in AI startups. Zurich-based Synthara secures €10.5 million to expand the embedded computing market. Plus, CcHub launches the "Let's Build, Africa" market-entry program for African startups. Also, sports tech startup Spiideo targets '100% AI automation' in broadcasting.Sources:https://www.verdict.co.uk/cisco-1bn-fund-ai-startups/https://www.eu-startups.com/2024/06/zurich-based-synthara-raises-e10-5-million-to-expand-the-embedded-computing-market/https://disruptafrica.com/2024/06/05/cchub-launches-lets-build-africa-market-entry-programme-for-african-startups/https://thenextweb.com/news/startup-spiideo-automating-sports-broadcasting-aiOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Cisco unveils $1bn fund to invest in AI startups(00:02:38) Zurich-based Synthara raises €10.5 million to expand the embedded computing market(00:05:28) CcHub launches “Let's Build, Africa” market-entry programme for African startups(00:08:34) Sports tech startup targets '100% AI automation' in broadcasting

Tenable in Talks to Acquire Eureka, Ofload Raises $31M for Carbon Emissions Tracking

Tenable is in advanced negotiations to acquire cyber startup Eureka. Logistics startup Ofload raises $31 million for carbon emissions tracking. Plus, HR technology startup Carv raises $10 million. Berlin-based re:cap secures €13.5 million Series A funding for its SaaS platform.Sources:https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/sj09ws2vrhttps://www.smartcompany.com.au/startupsmart/news/logistics-startup-ofload-raises-31-million-carbon-emissions-tracking-platform/https://aithority.com/machine-learning/amsterdam-based-hr-technology-startup-carv-raises-10m/https://www.eu-startups.com/2024/06/berlin-based-recap-raises-e13-5-million-series-a-to-release-own-saas-platform-for-investors-and-businesses/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Tenable in advanced negotiations to acquire cyber startup Eureka(00:04:20) Logistics startup Ofload raises $31m for carbon emissions tracking(00:06:32) HR technology Startup Carv Raises $10M(00:09:56) Berlin-based re:cap raises €13.5 million Series A to release own SaaS platform for investors and businesses

Banc of California Supports Startups, Zoho Invests in Rural Development

Banc of California launches Build@Banc program to support startups. Zoho invests in rural development with support for manufacturing startups. Plus, Bcas secures €17 million to fuel international expansion plans. Also, ABB Robotics launches startup challenge to boost robotics and AI.Sources:https://labusinessjournal.com/deals/banc-of-california-courts-startups/https://www.techiexpert.com/zoho-invests-in-rural-development-with-support-for-manufacturing-startups/https://www.eu-startups.com/2024/06/madrid-based-student-finance-edtech-bcas-bags-e17-million-to-fuel-its-international-expansion-plans/https://www.designnews.com/automation/abb-robotics-launches-startup-challenge-to-boost-robotics-and-aiOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Banc of California Courts Startups(00:02:34) Zoho Invests in Rural Development with Support for Manufacturing Startups(00:05:57) Madrid-based student finance edtech Bcas bags €17 million to fuel its international expansion plans(00:09:21) ABB Robotics Launches Startup Challenge to Boost Robotics and AI

Agnikul’s Milestone Launch and Saudi Arabia’s Cosmic Aspirations

Agnikul Cosmos achieves a significant milestone in the Indian spacetech ecosystem with the successful launch of the Agnibaan Sub-Orbital Technology Demonstrator. Saudi Arabia's ambitious vision for space exploration propels the Kingdom to become a formidable player in the global arena. Plus, exciting developments in the startup ecosystem in Bangladesh and 100X.VC's investments in 17 early-stage startups.Sources:https://startupnews.fyi/2024/06/02/agnikul-ceo-on-challenges-learnings-the-future-of-the-startup/https://arab.news/vesjwhttps://www.tbsnews.net/economy/stocks/startups-go-public-soon-bsec-modernising-ipo-rules-866086https://www.lokmattimes.com/business/100xvc-invests-27-million-in-17-early-stage-startups/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Agnikul CEO On Challenges, Learnings & The Future Of The Startup(00:03:01) Saudi startups take lead in MENA funding space(00:06:10) Startups to go public soon as BSEC modernising IPO rules(00:09:07) 100X.VC invests $2.7 million in 17 early-stage startups