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Amsterdam-based Tebi raises €30 million to serve Europe’s hospitality sector one tap at a time

Amsterdam-based startup Tebi raises €30 million in Series B funding led by CapitalG, bringing total funding to €56 million for European expansion.
Tebi offers an all-in-one operating system for small hospitality businesses, integrating various functions like point-of-sale, payments, reservations, inventory, and bookkeeping.
New hires COO Aki Tas and CCO Patrick Studener join Tebi to help in product refinement and team growth, planning to double the team to 70 members.
Tebi aims to streamline operations for European hospitality SMEs, addressing issues of legacy infrastructure, fragmented tools, and low software adoption rates by offering integrated software solutions.

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Infibeam To Use Proceeds Of INR 700 Cr Rights Issue To Bolster AI Play

Infibeam Avenues plans to raise INR 700 Cr through a rights issue to invest in subsidiaries, AI arm, and pursue future acquisitions.
The rights issue, when completed, will be one of the largest fundraises for Infibeam. It aims to strengthen its capital base for growth.
Proceeds will be used to advance technology development, expand AI capabilities, invest in digital payments, repay loans, and make acquisitions.
Infibeam aims to bolster its AI arm, expand digital payments, and pursue acquisitions with the proceeds, focusing on future growth and development.

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Rapido enters food aggregation industry with a zero-commission food delivery model 'Ownly'

Rapido is venturing into the food delivery industry with 'Ownly', a platform that will operate on a zero-commission model.
Ownly will charge restaurants a flat subscription fee and has partnered with the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI).
Customers using Rapido Ownly can order from listed restaurants with uniform pricing across online and offline channels.
Restaurants will cover delivery fees for orders within a 4 km radius, and delivery costs for orders vary based on order value.

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Univest completes first ESOP buyback worth Rs 1.61 crore

Univest completes its first Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) buyback worth Rs 1.61 crore, allowing early employees to realize returns based on their equity holdings.
The buyback initiative aimed to reward employees who joined during Univest's early stages, focusing on roles across product, technology, marketing, and customer support.
The buyback aligns long-term incentives with Univest's growth trajectory, following the introduction of an ESOP policy in late 2024 and a strategy to retain talent in the fintech sector.
Univest plans to explore future buyback opportunities aligned with upcoming fundraising events, operating from Delhi NCR with a technology-enabled trading and investment platform for retail investors.

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Better Nutrition Projects ₹100 Cr Revenue in FY26–27, Fuelled by 5X Year-on-Year Growth and Rapid Market Adoption

Better Nutrition projects to achieve ₹100 crore in revenue by FY 2026-27 with 5X year-on-year growth and increased market adoption.
The growth is attributed to consumer trust, traction on quick commerce platforms, and recognition post appearance on Shark Tank India Season 4.
Founded by Prateek Rastogi and Aishwarya Bhatnagar, Better Nutrition offers biofortified food products aiming to address nutritional deficiencies in India.
The company has witnessed significant growth, expanded product categories, and achieved monthly revenue jumps following a capital-efficient operating model.

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Adyen Founder’s Hospitality Startup, Tebi, Raises $34 Million

Tebi, a FinTech launched by Adyen co-founder Arnout Schuijff, raised 30 million euros (about $34 million) in a Series B funding round led by CapitalG, Google’s growth fund.
The funding will help Tebi develop its hospitality management platform, offering solutions to unify point of sale, payments, kitchen displays, reservations, inventory, and bookkeeping with an accounting architecture called 'subledgers'.
Tebi aims to streamline workflows in the hospitality industry using artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency and customer experience.
The funding comes at a time when POS technology is evolving to enable payments anywhere on the premises, offering embedded financing and various payment options to boost sales conversions and enhance the shopping experience.

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Emory Healthcare Invests $10M in Guidehealth to Advance AI-Driven Care

Guidehealth, an AI-driven healthcare technology and services company, received a $10M strategic investment from Emory Healthcare to advance AI-driven care.
The funding aims to accelerate Guidehealth's growth, transform patient care, prevent diseases, and enhance access to high-quality, value-based healthcare.
Emory Healthcare and Guidehealth collaborate on proactive, data-driven healthcare to improve health outcomes for over 400,000 individuals by managing chronic conditions through AI-powered platform and Healthguides.
The success of the collaboration includes improving Medicare quality scores and closing care gaps; Guidehealth plans to expand its platform for services such as AI-powered virtual care navigation and personalized care based on individual health needs.

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Wow! Momo raises Rs 85 crore in debt from Stride Ventures

Wow! Momo Foods raises Rs 85 crore in debt funding from Stride Ventures for expansion.
The funding will support Wow! Momo's growth in its core business areas and new segments like FMCG and HORECA.
The company aims to expand to over 100 cities and scale to 1,500 stores in the next three years.
Wow! Momo focuses on unit-level profitability, brand recall, and customer loyalty amidst challenges in the food delivery market.

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Beyond the Hype: Scaling Product-Market Fit in the Real World

Many startups face challenges scaling after finding Product-Market Fit (PMF) due to various pitfalls including premature scaling, ignoring unit economics, loss of focus, team and culture challenges, and underestimating infrastructure.
Scaling PMF requires methodical execution, continuous learning, and pragmatism. It involves re-evaluating PMF as the market evolves, analyzing retention, NPS, and CSAT, and addressing churn.
Sustainable growth comes from well-designed growth loops focusing on onboarding optimization, engagement triggers, and referral mechanisms. Virality and organic growth are key for long-term success.
To scale alongside the product, organizations need to focus on hiring smart, defining processes, investing in infrastructure, and leveraging customer success as a growth engine. Strategic expansion into adjacent markets should be approached with testing and adaptation.

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Exclusive: WLDD Acquires Creative Studio Imagined

Digital marketing startup WLDD has acquired Bengaluru-based creative marketing startup Imagined Studio in an all-cash deal.
Imagined employees will join WLDD, with cofounder Ritvik Varghese working in an advisory role.
WLDD cofounder Arihant Jain mentioned that the acquisition brings AI, technology, and design capabilities to WLDD.
Imagined, founded in 2024, offers services like 3d design, motion design, and video production to enterprises.

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London-based Maze launches with €21.8 million for its AI agents that prevent cloud security breaches

London-based startup Maze secures €21.8 million in Series A funding for its AI agents that prevent cloud security breaches.
The funding round was led by Theory Ventures, along with participation from Cherry Ventures and Tapestry VC.
Maze's AI agents work to investigate, triage, and resolve vulnerabilities, aiming to give security teams the tools they need to combat evolving cybersecurity threats.
The company, founded in 2024, has already deployed its AI agents with organizations like Fortune 200 companies and high-growth technology firms.

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No excuse for deception in email fundraising

Many political fundraising emails are being received daily from various Democratic-leaning organizations, leading to inbox overload.
Despite attempts to stand out, some organizations resort to deceptive tactics in their emails to attract attention.
The practice of using trickery in fundraising emails is deemed unethical and should not be followed, even if it may yield results.
It is emphasized that while mystery and surprise can be effective ways to engage recipients, deception should never be employed for fundraising purposes.

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FinanceKey Raises $3.4 Million to Expand Automated Enterprise Treasury System

Finnish FinTech company FinanceKey raised $3.4 million in a seed funding round to expand its AI-powered enterprise treasury system.
The funding will be used for product development, team growth, and market expansion across Europe.
FinanceKey's platform automates payment processes, connects banking and ERP systems, and provides real-time cash visibility for finance professionals.
The platform has automated over 1.5 billion euros in payments to date and is seeing traction with multinational enterprises.

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Surprise! We’re extending the Startup Battlefield 200 deadline — 7 days left to apply

The deadline to apply for Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 has been extended by 7 days due to high demand.
Participants now have the opportunity to join a competitive startup program offering various benefits like free exhibit space, all-access passes, exposure to investors, and the chance to pitch on the Disrupt stage.
The extension gives applicants a second chance to compete for significant opportunities such as equity-free prize money and access to exclusive events.
Interested applicants must apply by June 16 at 11:59 p.m. PT to participate in the Startup Battlefield 200 and seize the opportunity to showcase their innovations.

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4 Ways to Decide On Your Annual Nonprofit Fundraising Events

When planning annual fundraisers for non-profit organizations, starting with fundraising goals and budget allocation is crucial.
Analyzing past event data helps in determining the most successful types of fundraisers and aligning them with financial objectives.
Considering supporter preferences and participation levels aids in selecting events that resonate well with donors and attract higher attendance.
Leveraging your non-profit's strengths, like volunteer recruitment or corporate partnerships, can guide the selection of suitable fundraising events.
Taking into account the timing of fundraisers in relation to other campaigns can optimize fundraising efforts and donor engagement.
Factors like event cost, return on investment, attendee feedback, and donor demographics should influence event selection decisions.
Events such as auctions, golf tournaments, walks/runs, and virtual fundraisers offer diverse options based on organizational strengths and community demographics.
Utilizing data from CRM systems and feedback surveys can aid in identifying the most popular and profitable fundraising events for future planning.
Upon selecting events, strategic planning and adaptability are essential to ensure successful execution and accommodate any unforeseen challenges.
Continuous evaluation and adjustment of fundraising strategies are recommended for sustained growth and supporter engagement in non-profit fundraising efforts.

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