#49 The Power of Network Effects ✨
Women voices raising, Revolut's bank license and delegating efforts
👋 Hi, I’m Anais, cofounder of Amela. Every Monday, we publish a weekly round up of insights + learning recs for European techs, from a diverse & inclusive perspective. Follow or share along to learn more about starting and investing in tech companies.
hi all,
Last week, was interesting one to say the least. We witnessed history with the Paris Olympic Games. It was the first time the event had a 50/50 gender split.
This was not just a win for sports but a win for equality. Seeing Celine Dion return to the stage reminded me of resilience. She showed us that with determination, you can overcome challenges and shine again.
This is clearly not a political news outlet but I can see a strong tendency in the world where we finally start to see women’s representation in leadership roles. Whether it is the Kamala Harris candidacy or the venezuelan opposition party led by Maria Corina Machado, it’s inspiring to see more women using their voices to influence change.
Without further due I’d like to share with you some of the resources/news of the week:
📖 The Big Book of Venture Capital - Q2 2024
🔒 Revolut Secures UK Bank License
🚨Q2 2024 Information Security Report Unveiled
📈 Start Delegating: A Guide for Small Business Owners
💡 Sameer Singh on Scaling, Metrics, and the Role of Investors
🚀 Finding Product-Market Fit: Superhuman's Approach
Furthermore, I’d also like to share that I am consciously starting to utilize my voice on LinkedIn to share more stories of the women in our community as well as resources for startup founders.
Until next week
x Anaís
News
All about technology in Europe and the world 🌐
📖 The Big Book of Venture Capital - Q2 2024 📊
This latest edition offers an in-depth analysis of the VC landscape, highlighting key trends, major deals, and emerging sectors that captured investor interest this quarter. It provides a comprehensive overview of funding rounds, spotlighting top-performing firms and the dynamic changes in market valuations. This essential read for investors and founders alike reveals the evolving priorities within the venture capital ecosystem. Download here.
🔒 Revolut Secures UK Bank License 🇬🇧
Revolut has just been granted a UK banking license, marking a major milestone in its expansion plans. This new status allows Revolut to offer a broader range of financial services, including traditional banking products like savings accounts and loans. As the fintech giant continues to reshape the financial landscape, this move further solidifies its position as a key player in the global banking sector. Read more.
🚨Q2 2024 Information Security Report Unveiled 🔐
PitchBook’s latest report provides a detailed analysis of the information security sector for Q2 2024. Highlighting key trends and investment flows in startups, the report sheds light on the growing emphasis on cybersecurity as threats evolve. From emerging technologies to notable investments, discover the latest insights driving the information security landscape and how firms are gearing up to tackle future challenges. Read more.
Investments
From 22nd to 28th of July. Find a 💜 next to the raises of the teams with at least one woman in the founding team.
🇩🇰 AgroBiomics secures €4M to enhance its agtech solutions. This funding will support the Danish startup in developing innovative agricultural technologies. Congrats Mathilde! 💜
🇳🇱 Payt secures €5.5M to fuel its European expansion to support in scaling its accounts receivable platform.
🇪🇸 Exoticca secures €60M in a Series D round to expand its tour packages platform. This investment will enable the travel startup to enhance its offerings and increase its global presence.
🇨🇭 NetFabric secures €2M to advance its network infrastructure solutions. Congrats Marlene! 💜
🇫🇷 Micropep secures $29M in a Series B round to advance its biotechnology for enhancing plant growth.
🇦🇹 Syntropic Medical secures €1.1M to develop treatments for drug-resistant depression. Congrats Sandra! 💜
🇸🇪 Maurten secures €20M to expand its sports fuels across new markets. This funding will support in scaling its innovative hydrogel technology.
🇬🇧 FuturePlus secures €2.7M in a seed round to enhance its ESG management platform. Congrats Alexandra! 💜
🇬🇧 Fractile secures €15M in funding to develop better hardware for AI inference.
🇬🇧 Addionics secures $39M in a Series B round to advance its battery technology, aimed at enhancing the performance and reducing the costs of batteries for electric vehicles.
🇱🇺 GCore secures $60M in its first investment round to enhance its edge AI solutions.
🇩🇪 deepc secures €11.9M to enhance its AI-driven medical imaging solutions. This funding aims to support diagnostics and treatment planning in the healthcare sector. Congrats Julia! 💜
🇨🇭 Lakera secures $20M to safeguard large language models (LLMs) and enhance cybersecurity measures for businesses.
Opportunities and Events
Open calls and events for entrepreneurs
📅🇩🇪 Event: Women in Product Berlin #25: Summer Product Chit-Chats (July 31)
Join the Women in Product Berlin #25 meetup for a summery evening of networking and meaningful conversations. This event is designed for women working in product management to share stories, insights, and experiences in a relaxed setting. It's a great opportunity to build professional connections, find mentors, and foster friendships within the community. Register here.
📅🇳🇱 Event: FoodHack Amsterdam: Sustainable Supply Chains (August 14)
Join the FoodHack Amsterdam meetup to discuss sustainable supply chains in the food and beverage industry. Learn about technological innovations and collaborations that can drive sustainability. This event is ideal for food business startups, procurement professionals, investors, and like-minded individuals. Register here.
📅🇬🇧 Event: Techspo London 2024 (August 29-30)
Join Techspo London 2024, a two-day technology expo showcasing the next generation of technology and innovation. The event brings together developers, marketers, and tech enthusiasts to explore advancements in mobile, internet, adtech, martech, and SaaS technologies. Network with industry leaders, attend informative sessions, and discover cutting-edge products and solutions. Register here.
📅🇩🇪 Event: AVOMIND Connect: Founders & Friends Berlin Meetup #2 (July 31)
Join the AVOMIND Connect: Founders & Friends Meetup #2 in Berlin. This event is perfect for founders and professionals looking to network, share experiences, and explore collaboration opportunities in a relaxed setting. Engage with like-minded individuals and build valuable connections to support your entrepreneurial journey. Register here.
📝 Application: SIE Catalyst V Program 2024 (Apply by July 29)
Join the SIE Catalyst Program 2024, designed to support and accelerate the growth of female-led startups. This program to drive more capital to diverse teams, provides mentorship, networking opportunities, and tools for funding to help women entrepreneurs scale their businesses. It's an ideal platform for innovators looking to make a significant impact in their industries. Learn and apply here.
📝 Application: Disruptive AI 2024 (Apply by August 20)
Join Disruptive AI 2024, an initiative premier event focusing on the latest advancements in artificial intelligence and their transformative impact on various industries. This initiative offers personalized mentorship, investment opportunities, recognition, networking opportunities and access to accelerated growth. Network with industry leaders and explore cutting-edge AI technologies and solutions. Apply here.
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Recommendations
Articles, videos, and other resources to learn
📈 Start Delegating: A Guide for Small Business Owners
This article offers a comprehensive guide on effective delegation for small business owners. Learn how to optimize your team’s strengths, streamline workflows, and free up your time to focus on strategic growth. This resource provides practical tips and strategies to enhance productivity and leadership, ensuring that you can manage your business more efficiently. Discover the keys to successful delegation and boost your business’s performance. Read more.
💡Sameer Singh on Scaling, Metrics, and the Role of Investors
In the episode, Sameer Singh, Venture Partner at Speedinvest, delves into the concept of network effects, defining them and discussing how to measure and scale them effectively. He shares about the importance of tracking specific metrics for network effect products, insights on defensibility and economies of scale in AI-driven companies and the pervasive FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) in venture capital. The episode provides valuable perspectives on evaluating network effects and the strategic roles investors should play.
🚀 Finding Product-Market Fit: Superhuman's Approach
Check out this article on how Superhuman developed a powerful engine to discover product-market fit. Learn about the innovative methods and frameworks they used to refine their product and achieve rapid growth. This resource is a must-read for entrepreneurs looking to understand and implement effective strategies for aligning their product with market needs. Read more.
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