FJ Labs is a stage-agnostic investment firm that focuses on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups. Their investments are seed and series A. The investment range of the company is $50,000 to $5,000,000. It invests in Alibaba Group, Beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, Adore Me, and Earnest.

FJ Labs

Prosus is the international internet assets division of Naspers. The global investment group is the largest consumer internet company in Europe, and among the largest technology investors in the world, operating across a variety of platforms and geographies. Prosus is a unique blend of venture capital and operating company that funds, acquires, builds and scales technology businesses. It combines venture capital investing with deep operational experience in the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The company has meaningful investments in Tencent, Mail.ru, Ctrip.com International Limited, and DeliveryHero. Prosus has a primary listing on Euronext Amsterdam (AEX:PRX) and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (XJSE:PRX), and is majority owned by Naspers.

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EQT Ventures is a European VC fund with just over €2.3 billion in total capital raised. EQT Ventures I launched in May 2016, with commitments totaling €566 million and a simple mission - to be the kind of VC the team would have liked to have had on their own startup journeys. Recognizing that building and growing a company takes more than just capital, the EQT Ventures team provides founders with support and advice throughout different stages of growth. EQT Ventures doesn't focus on particular markets or industries, but on bold and ambitious founders who have the grit and determination to build global success stories. EQT Ventures II launched in November 2019, with commitments totaling €660 million. EQT Ventures III launched in 2022, with commitments totaling €1.1 billion, making it the biggest European Venture Capital fund committed to early-stage tech startups. The EQT Ventures team is based across six offices in London, Stockholm, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, Paris, and San Francisco, taking a locals-with-locals approach and supporting founders on the ground. Motherbrain, EQT Ventures'  in-house-developed artificial intelligence (AI) platform, ensures the team has a data-driven approach and has driven more than $100 million in portfolio company investments.

EQT Ventures

DN Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests primarily in Europe and North America. The firm focuses on companies that plan to establish operations on both sides of the Atlantic, and strives to help its companies build international businesses. Founded in 2000, the company has operations in London and Silicon Valley. DN Capital’s previous funds are top performers and the firm is one of the lead investors in companies such as Endeca (sold to Oracle), Shazam (one of the world’s leading mobile app), Auto1 (world's largest used car marketplace), Purplebricks (IPO London) and Quandoo (sold to Recruit).

DN Capital

U-Start is a professional advisory firm structuring club deals for a club of private investors. U-Start works alongside top-tier VC funds to scout and invest agnostically in digital and tech companies across Europe, Israel and the US. U-Start aggregates high-net worth Italian and Swiss families into one of the most comprehensive VC investor club active in the European VC landscape – The U-Start Club. The U-Start Club is a leading elite group of investors with a deep passion for innovation and VC investments. Through U-Start, U-Start Club members gain access and constant exposure to innovation globally. By being part of the U-Start Club, Family Offices and private investors can access the digital and tech space in a more holistic, strategic and conscious way, and can build up an efficient asset allocation.

U-Start

Axel Springer Digital Ventures is Axel Springer Groups' early-stage investment arm in Europe and in the US. The investment focus is on classified ad models / marketplaces, marketing models and companies in the digital publishing space.   Drawing upon the network and resources of one of Europe's leading largest media companies, Axel Springer Digital Ventures wants to be a value-add partner to companies that are complementary or disruptive to Axel Springer's business.  Axel Springer Group, founded in 1946, is Europe’s largest digital publishing house with leading positions in the European print and digital content as well as in the digital marketing and classifieds segments.   Based on the historically strong positions of BILD and DIE WELT in the German newspaper segment, Axel Springer has embarked on a determined growth strategy to digitize and internationalize its business already more than a decade ago. Axel Springer's digital media revenues in more than 40 countries worldwide already contribute almost 70 percent of total revenues today (compared to 2% in 2006).

Axel Springer Digital Ventures

Felix Capital is a venture capital firm for the creative class, operating at the intersection of technology and creativity. Felix Capital focuses on digital lifestyle, investing in authentic brands, platforms and related enabling software technologies.  Felix Capital's mission is to support entrepreneurs with big ideas, to help them build strong category-leading companies that stand out and that move the world forward. The ambition to partner with the best entrepreneurs, the creative agents of change of digital lifestyle.

Felix Capital

Global investor in big ideas with the potential for positive impact & exponential growth

Expon Capital

West Quad Ventures invest in startups that aspire to be leaders in their respective category, teams we believe in with an emphasis on what’s good for the world!

West Quad Ventures

AA Sons focuses on raising venture capital for ambitious, fast-growing companies with a desire to 'make the world a better place' in retail, mobility, healthcare, care, fintech and broader tech sectors.

AA Sons

Sofina is an investment company that provides minority investments, private funds, guidance, market knowledge, networking, and investment services. They invests both directly and through Private Equity funds. They provide patient capital and advice to growing companies led by entrepreneurs and families and to support them as a long-term partner with other investors.

Sofina

Estari is a growth equity investor in European sustainability technology leaders. Estari envisions a future for Cities, Food and Work which is positive for people and for our planet. We see a major opportunity to accelerate the economic shift to sustainability by investing in business models enabled by the maturity of technologies. Estari is a purpose-built team, supported by a broad set of operating and strategic partners, with a tailored investment process to identify the most scalable, impactful and financially efficient companies building on these technologies. More information: Estari (www.estarigroup.com).

Estari Group

McRock Capital specializes in growth capital and later-stage investing in intelligent infrastructure companies. It focuses on power, water, oil and gas, transportation, and building efficiency sectors. It seeks to make investments in companies offering Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) software and sensor solutions for grid automation, digital oilfield, advanced manufacturing, and smart city markets. The firm targets large industrial and internet markets and the intersection of sensors and software in large industrial markets and seeks companies involved in innovative software, hardware, and device integrated solutions.  Scott McDonald and Whitney Rockley founded McRock Capital in March 2012. It has its headquarters in Toronto, Ontario with an additional office in Calgary therein.

McRock Capital

Quadia is a regulated investment manager specialized in social and environmental finance. With more than CHF 70 million invested in over 20 companies, Quadia is a leading and pioneering impact investor. Our core investment thesis centers on sustainability as a pillar of risk management and economic valuation. It targets significantly impactful companies which have positioned their products and services to meet a growing demand which is influenced by an irreversible paradigm shift. This paradigm shift is driven by worldwide interdependent social, environmental and economic stakes.

Quadia

Standard Life Aberdeen plc is one of the world’s largest investment companies, created in 2017 from the merger of Standard Life plc and Aberdeen Asset Management PLC. Operating under the brand Aberdeen Standard Investments, the investment arm manages £569.7bn* of assets, making it the largest active manager in the UK and the second-largest in Europe. It has a significant global presence and the scale and expertise to help clients meet their investment goals.

Aberdeen Standard Investments

Prosus Ventures is a venture investing arm of Prosus that invests in technology startups. They identify companies and founders with high potential and the ambition to scale globally correctly. Their goal is to help companies quickly impact the communities where they operate and provide them with tailored support that enables them to be leaders in their chosen markets.

Prosus Ventures

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Dott is a micromobility company that offers shared electric scooters and electric bikes. The company rents electric scooters. The company's bikes are prepared for reliable road grip with wide decks for an optimized center of gravity and double brake systems.

Dott is a European micromobility operator that provides shared e-scooters and e-bikes to cities across Europe and the Middle East. Founded in 2018 by Henri Moissinac and Maxim Romain, the company operates a fleet of over 40,000 e-scooters and 10,000 e-bikes in top cities across Belgium, France, Israel, Italy, Poland, Spain, and the UK as of February 2022.

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Dott is a European micromobility operator that provides shared e-scooters and e-bikes to cities across Europe and the Middle East. Founded in 2018 by Henri Moissinac and Maxim Romain, the company operates a fleet of over 40,000 e-scooters and 10,000 e-bikes in top cities across Belgium, France, Israel, Italy, Poland, Spain, and the UK as of February 2022.
Dott's mission is to free cities with clean rides for everyone by offering an environmentally friendly and efficient mode of transportation. Its e-bikes can reach speeds of up to 25 kph, allowing riders to move across cities without causing congestion or pollution. The company reported a significant milestone in 2021 by launching its e-bike service, which broadened the appeal of its micromobility offerings. At the end of 2021, Dott's riders took 130% more trips compared to 2020.
To ensure responsible operations, Dott conducts all its maintenance, repairs, and logistics in-house through specialist teams. The company aims to extend the lifespan of its vehicles to at least five years and recycle or reuse 100% of the components that cannot be repaired. Additionally, Dott is working toward achieving a 100% electric logistics fleet and utilizing renewable energy in all its operational cities.
In January 2024, Dott announced a preliminary agreement to merge with TIER Mobility, another leading European micromobility operator. The combined entity, operating under both brands, is projected to generate combined revenues of EUR 250 million and support over 125 million trips annually across more than 20 countries. This merger positions the new company as Europe's leading micromobility provider, well-positioned for profitability and supporting the transition to more sustainable transportation.

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 Lyft is a technology company that provides an on-demand ride-hailing platform connecting passengers with drivers. The company operates a mobile app that allows users to request rides from nearby drivers using their personal vehicles. Lyft's primary offering is private rides, enabling passengers to book individual trips for transportation. In addition to rides, the company expanded into food and package delivery services in recent years.
 
 
 
 
 Lyft's business model relies on leveraging its network of independent contractor drivers who utilize the platform to accept ride requests. The company charges a commission on each completed trip, with the remaining fare going to the driver. Lyft has implemented various features within its app to streamline the ride experience, such as upfront pricing for passengers and in-app tipping for drivers.
 
 
 
 
 Lyft's technology facilitates the ride-hailing process by matching nearby available drivers with passenger requests, optimizing for factors like proximity and demand. The app leverages GPS tracking to provide real-time updates on driver locations and estimated arrival times. Passengers can rate drivers after each trip, contributing to the platform's safety measures.
 
 
 
 
 In terms of market presence, Lyft operates primarily in the US and Canada. As of March 2024, the company held a 24% market share in the US rideshare industry, trailing behind its larger competitor, Uber. Lyft's observed sales saw a 3% year-over-year increase in March 2024, though they have yet to surpass pre-pandemic levels.
 
 
 
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 Swvl is a global technology provider offering enterprise and government mobility solutions. The company's platform serves as an alternative to public transportation, enabling individuals who cannot access or afford private options to conveniently book rides on private buses and vans through a proprietary app. Swvl's parallel mass transit systems empower users to commute safely, efficiently, and in an environmentally friendly manner, with varied payment options available.
 
 
 
 
 As of July 2024, Swvl secured a significant 5-year contract worth up to USD 6.3 million with e&amp; Egypt, a leading telecom operator in the country. This partnership reinforces Swvl's presence in the Egyptian market and solidifies its position as a frontrunner in the mobility industry. Additionally, Swvl acquired Volt Lines in March 2024, marking its fourth acquisition since August 2023, following the acquisitions of Door2door, ViaPool, and Shotl in previous months.
 
 
 
 
 In May 2022, Swvl announced plans to reduce its headcount by 32%, focusing on roles that had been automated through investments in engineering, product development, and support functions. This restructuring effort aimed to achieve cash flow positivity by 2023. Swvl made its debut on the Nasdaq Stock Market on April 1, 2022, after merging with the blank-check company Queen's Gambit Growth Capital.
 
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Lime is a micromobility company offering shared electric bikes and scooters for short-term rentals in over 280 cities across nearly 30 countries. The company has been at the forefront of the micromobility revolution, providing a sustainable and emission-free transportation alternative for short-distance travel within urban areas. Its proprietary electric vehicles are designed and built in-house, ensuring longevity, safety, and operational efficiency.
In the first half of 2023, Lime reported gross bookings of USD 250 million, a 45% increase compared to the same period in 2022. The company achieved an adjusted EBITDA profitability of USD 27 million and an unadjusted profitability of USD 20.6 million during this period, reflecting a 45% margin improvement over the previous year. With its improved vehicle lifespans averaging five years and reduced operational costs, Lime has successfully optimized its unit economics.
Lime's strategic acquisition of Uber's Jump bikes and scooters in May 2020 solidified its position as the largest micromobility company globally. This move not only expanded Lime's operational reach but also provided a financial lifeline during the Covid-19 pandemic, enabling the company to weather the crisis and emerge stronger.

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 Getaround is a peer-to-peer car sharing platform that connects car owners with individuals seeking rental vehicles. It operates a digital marketplace where owners can list their personal vehicles for rent on an hourly or daily basis. Renters have the convenience of accessing nearby cars through Getaround's mobile app, unlocking the vehicle using their smartphone without the need for a key exchange.
 
 
 
 
 Getaround's innovative technology includes the patented Getaround Connect device installed in listed cars. This device allows for contactless access, enabling renters to unlock the car directly from the app. It also provides insights into the vehicle's location, trip details, fuel levels, and security. The company's business model does not involve purchasing or maintaining a dedicated fleet of rental cars.
 
 
 
 
 Getaround allows car owners to monetize their underutilized personal vehicles, earning hundreds or even thousands of dollars per month by renting them out when not in use. The platform offers a diverse range of vehicle types, including sedans, SUVs, trucks, and specialty cars like Teslas. Rental costs can vary widely, starting from as low as USD five per hour for basic models to over USD 400 per day for luxury vehicles.
 
 
 
 
 Getaround provides comprehensive insurance coverage for both owners and renters during active trips. While the company takes a 40% commission from rental revenue, it handles various operational aspects, such as identity verification, damage protection, and customer support.
 
 
 
 
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 In March 2023, Getaround announced an expanded partnership with the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish over 100 dedicated car share locations across the city. This initiative aims to enhance mobility options, reduce traffic congestion, and promote sustainability by encouraging car sharing, particularly in underserved neighborhoods.
 
 
 
 
 Getaround has also collaborated with the City of Las Vegas, introducing dedicated parking spaces for its shared vehicles near transit hubs, downtown areas, and the Las Vegas Strip. Such partnerships with municipal authorities demonstrate the company's efforts to integrate seamlessly into urban transportation ecosystems.
 
 
 
 
 Additionally, Getaround offers a &quot;Drive with Uber&quot; program in select cities like Boston, San Francisco, and Atlanta. This partnership allows individuals without personal vehicles to book eligible cars from Getaround's platform and use them for rideshare services like Uber, providing a supplemental income opportunity.
 
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Bird is a micromobility company that operates shared electric scooter and bicycle services across cities worldwide. Its core offering involves deploying fleets of e-scooters and e-bikes that customers can rent through a mobile app for short urban trips as an alternative to driving or public transit. Bird's scooters are equipped with electric motors and can be unlocked and paid for via the company's app.
In its early years, Bird rapidly expanded into hundreds of cities by leveraging a dockless model where scooters could be parked anywhere. However, the company faced challenges with unit economics, as the relatively inexpensive scooter models had short lifespans and were prone to damage from heavy usage. Bird later transitioned to a model utilizing more durable, purpose-built scooters designed for longer lifecycles.
Despite being a pioneer in the shared micromobility space, Bird consistently struggled with profitability. In November 2022, the company admitted overstating its shared scooter revenue for at least two years due to improperly recording uncollected balances, requiring restatements of its 2020 and 2021 financials. Bird's cash crunch ultimately led to layoffs, market exits, and a bankruptcy filing in December 2023 to facilitate a sale of its US assets while its Canadian and European operations continued normally.
Prior to its bankruptcy, Bird reported having facilitated over 300 million trips globally as of December 2023, offsetting an estimated 90 million pounds of carbon emissions. In September 2022, Bird acquired rival Spin for USD 19 million, collectively operating across 350 cities at that time.

Bird

Short-term car rental platforms, often in the form of a marketplace, that allow users to rent a car by the hour, on-demand.

Platforms that facilitate carpooling on-demand, allowing drivers and passengers to organize shared rides with one another. Also includes those that offer pre-arranged car pooling services but excludes van and bus sharing services.

Platforms that connect passengers with personal drivers on-demand, for dedicated rides.

Platforms that gives commuters access to transportation options such as bikes, scooters, segways, etc. that are designed for short distances, typically under 5 miles. The segment includes bike and scooter sharing services excluding hailing services.

Platforms that offer multi-passenger/pooled shuttle buses or vans on-demand or a fixed schedule, including van and bus sharing

Solutions such as ride and car sharing promote efficient use of resources

Technological innovations into urban mobility systems such as micromobility

IoT provides apps with real-time information to facilitate ride hailing and other shared transport methods

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