Archives by author Victoria Tota

Find out all about Vestiaire Collective, France's second-hand nugget!

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Have you heard of Vestiaire Collective, the French nugget that has revolutionized the second-hand fashion industry? The company is one of the world's leading sellers and buyers of second-hand luxury and designer goods. It has raised several rounds of financing, most recently 178 million euros from the Kering group. [...]

Aircall, the French Tech of cloud telephony for businesses

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Have you heard of Aircall, the French company specializing in cloud telephony? Having become a unicorn in 2021, it boasts over $100 million in annual recurring revenues and claims to be a centaur. Let's take a closer look at this start-up with an exceptional track record. Aircall, the cloud telephony specialist Founded in 2014, the company [...]

NW Groupe: focus on France's first unicorn of the energy transition

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NW Groupe has established itself as a pioneer and business model in the field of energy transition in France. At a time when environmental awareness is more crucial than ever, NW Groupe is resolutely at the forefront of change, propelling the country towards a more sustainable and promising energy future. Focus on the company [...]

Talend startup now valued at $2.4 billion following its acquisition by Qlik

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In the ever-changing world of technology and data, innovative startups are finding ways to transform the way we work and manage information. The compelling story of Talend, a company specializing in data integration, is a striking example. From its humble beginnings to its recent acquisition by Qlik for the [...]

Who are the 29 French unicorns?

Welcome to the fascinating world of French unicorns, those innovative startups that have managed to achieve a valuation of at least $1 billion. In this article, we'll explore these gems of French entrepreneurship, who have won over investors and positioned themselves as major players in their respective fields. Prepare to be [...]

Financial super app Lydia joins the unicorn club after raising $103 million in funding

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Lydia, the French fintech with 6 million users, aims to become the main account for 10 million Europeans by 2025. The app, which is not a neobank, is challenging traditional banks and has surpassed the billion-dollar valuation mark. Lydia: from a payment app to a financial super app "I'll make you a [...]

Alan, the 100% digital health insurance unicorn, valued at 2.7 billion euros

Have you heard of Alan, the 100% digital health insurance? Little known, it is nevertheless giving the traditional players in the sector a run for their money. Its latest fund-raising round of €183 million has valued the French start-up at €2.7 billion. Alan: the platform transforming health insurance Did you know? In France, [...]

CrowdSec, the company redefining the fight against cyberthreats, raises €14 million

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In the ever-changing digital age, one company stands out for its ability to anticipate and counter online threats: CrowdSec. This innovative company is transforming the way we approach IT security. With 14 million euros raised in 2022, CrowdSec is consolidating its [...]

Digital photography champion Meero achieves billion-dollar valuation

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Meero, the digital photography company that has revolutionized the market, has just reached an extraordinary milestone with a valuation in excess of one billion dollars. Founded with passion and determination, this French start-up has become a true champion in the professional photography sector, thanks to its innovative services and bold vision. [...]