The Leadsbrew Intel: Issue 7

Author

Akhil MK
June 05, 2023

Welcome to the Leadsbrew Intel Newsletter - Your agency’s weekly dose of curated opportunities from emerging startup brands. Also a warm welcome to the new subscribers who have joined us this week. Let's dive in!

1.HelloBetter

Berlin, Germany

Industry: Mental Health Care

News: German DTx Startup HelloBetter Adds $7M to Fund Its US Expansion Plans

Insights: HelloBetter, a digital mental health platform has raised $7 million in Series A funding. As more people turn to online platforms for mental health support, there is an opportunity for marketing services to help companies like HelloBetter reach their target audience and increase their visibility in the market. Although HelloBetter entered the US market last year, they found it highly competitive. With $7 million in recent funding, HelloBetter has the chance to fuel its growth.

Website: hellobetter.de

Headcount: 51-200

2. Ecorobotix

Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland

Industry: Farming

News: Swiss agritech startup Ecorobotix raises $52 million in new funding

Ecorobotix has recently obtained substantial funding, opening up an opportunity to provide marketing services tailored to their upcoming product launch and market entry strategies. This financial support will significantly expedite Ecorobotix's expansion into both new and existing markets, as well as facilitate the development of new products. They have already made progress in their North American sales by acquiring customers in Canada.

Agritech trade shows and industry events offer valuable opportunities for Ecorobotix to showcase their technology and connect with potential customers and partners.

Website: ecorobotix.com

Headcount: 51-200

3. Oura

Oulu, Finland

Industry: Wellness and Fitness Services

News: Wearable company Oura acquires digital identification startup Proxy

Insights: This acquisition suggests that Oura is expanding its offerings beyond just wearables and into the digital identification space. This presents an opportunity for marketing services to help Oura promote its new digital identification capabilities to potential customers. Additionally, the acquisition may indicate that Oura is looking to broaden its customer base and reach new markets, which could also benefit from marketing services to help target and engage these new audiences.

Website: ouraring.com

Headcount: 501-1000

4. Thread

Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

Industry: Software Development

News: Shark Tank star investing in Grand Forks-based tech company | The Mighty 790 KFGO

Insights: Thread is an enterprise-scale autonomous data collection for delivering precise asset inspection insight. The Shark Tank star and billionaire Kevin O'Leary is investing $2.5 million in the Grand Forks-based tech company. This signals that the company is likely experiencing growth and may be looking to expand its reach.

Headcount: 51-200

5. Lucem Health

North Carolina, United States

Industry: Software Development

News: Mayo Clinic is betting big on AI in healthcare

Insights: Lucem Health, a Mayo Clinic spinoff startup, has raised $7.7M Series A for Its Clinical AI Deployment Platform. They have also launched Lucem Health Reveal, a suite of solutions aimed at helping providers deliver more proactive care. This new offering could benefit from marketing efforts to generate awareness among healthcare providers, highlight its unique features and benefits, and drive adoption.

Website: lucemhealth.com

Headcount: 11-50

6. River

California, United States

Industry: Software Development

News: Bitcoin (BTC) Lightning Network-Focused Tech Firm River Raises $35M via Series B

Insights: River, a Bitcoin-focused tech firm that has raised $35 million in Series B funding. River is focused on the Lightning Network, a technology that allows for faster and cheaper Bitcoin transactions. They have been pretty active with their participation in events(refer to LinkedIn) and have an inactive youtube channel. Maybe an opportunity for video agencies?

Headcount: 11-50

7.Eskuad

Georgia, United States

Industry: Software Development

News: Tech startup Eskuad raises $1.65M to fund growth

Insights: Eskuad a tech startup that provides a platform for businesses to manage their workforce has raised $1.65 million. Their CEO mentioned “Our first order of business is expanding our team with top-notch talent in business development, ensuring we have the expertise to drive our platform to new heights,” If your agency specializes in supporting early-stage companies, the current stage of River presents an opportunity to offer marketing services.

Website: eskuad.com

Headcount: 11-50

8.Hippocratic AI

San Francisco, California, USA

Industry: Software Development

News: ChatGPT, GPT-4, burnout and generative AI: Healthcare workforce

Insights: Hippocratic AI, which positions itself as the first large language model specifically designed for healthcare, has raised $50 million in seed funding and recently emerged from stealth mode. Marketing services can assist in identifying and forging strategic partnerships, facilitating joint marketing efforts, and leveraging the expertise and networks of these partners to expand the reach and impact of Hippocratic AI's technology. As Hippocratic AI plans to undergo FDA reviews for its AI models, marketing services can assist in ensuring regulatory compliance and developing messaging that addresses the safety and ethical considerations of using AI in healthcare.

Website: hippocratic.ai

Headcount: 0-10

9. dcbel

Montreal, Canada

Industry: Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

News: Volvo invests in bidirectional EV charging startup

Insights: Volvo's recent investment in a bidirectional EV charging startup dcbel signals a growing interest in electric vehicles and sustainable transportation. The funding will be allocated to dcbel's R&D and go-to-market endeavors. The bidirectional charging technology could benefit from marketing services to raise awareness and educate consumers on its potential benefits.

Website: dcbel.energy

Headcount: 51-200

10. Eyetelligence

Arnhem, Netherlands

Industry: Information Services

News: AI-based eye disease detection startup EyeTelligence raises $12 million USD from investors

Insights: Eyetelligence is a AI-based eye disease detection startup. The company is expanding into the US market with the rebranding 'Optain'. Marketing agencies can pitch market entry strategies to Optain as they launch in the US. This can include developing marketing campaigns tailored to the US market and implementing effective communication channels to reach healthcare professionals, clinics, and potential partners. Optain could also leverage the expertise of a marketing agency to maximize its presence at industry conferences, trade shows, and events.

Headcount: 0-10

11. Planera

Pleasanton, California, USA

Industry: Information Services

News: Construction software startup Planera raises $5.4M in seed round

Insights: Planera a construction software startup has recently raised $5.4 million in seed funding. Planera's software is designed to help construction companies manage their projects more efficiently. This suggests that there may be a need for marketing services to help Planera reach potential clients in the construction industry and communicate the benefits of their software.

Headcount: 11-50

12. Artly

Seattle, Washington, USA

Industry: Software Development

News: Coffee Meets AI: Seattle Startups Serve Up Robotic Baristas

Insights: Artly manufactures Robot Baristas. The fact that they're planning to open 10 more locations throughout the West Coast in 2023 presents an opportunity to pitch marketing services that support the expansion efforts. You could pitch marketing campaigns that create buzz in new markets, generate awareness of Artly's presence, and drive foot traffic to the new locations.

Headcount: 11-50

13. GlassDome

Washington, USA

Industry: Retail

News: GlassDome raises $X in Series A funding for EV battery software

Insights: Glassdome, a software platform for industrial optimization and compliance, announced an $8.6M Series A to help manufacturers, including EV battery makers, improve efficiency and meet changing regulatory requirements. The announcement comes on the heels of the SEC's proposal to enhance GHG disclosures and new EU battery policies that call for stronger sustainability, recycling, and labeling. Glassdome's other industry initiatives include pharmaceutical Data Integrity projects and recordkeeping for Good Manufacturing Practices.

Website: glassdomes.com

Headcount: 11-50

14. Brivo

Maryland, United States

Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting

News: Brivo Lands $92M in Equity Investment for Cloud Physical Security

Insights: Brivo , a SaaS company that offers centralized security management systems for global enterprises, has secured a significant amount of equity investment. With the investment received, Brivo plans to bolster sales and marketing efforts, expedite product development, enhance support and operational functions, and assess potential strategic acquisitions. Additionally, Brivo aims to utilize the additional funding to further expand its presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Asia Pacific region. They are hiring for multiple marketing and sales roles.

Website: brivo.com

Headcount: 201-500

15. Qualifi

California, United States

Industry: Software Development

News: Tech startup Qualifi lands $4.5M in growth capital

Insights: Qualifi, a software company enabling on-demand phone interviews with AI/ machine learning/automation, has secured $4.5 million in growth capital to expand its business. This signals that the company is looking to grow and scale its operations. Qualifi's focus on providing financing solutions for small and medium-sized businesses presents an opportunity for marketing services to help the company reach potential customers.

Website: qualified.com

Headcount: 51-200

16. AnotherBlock

Stockholm, Sweden

Industry: Musicians

News: Web3 music startup AnotherBlock raises $4.3m in latest funding round

Insights: AnotherBlock, the web3 music startup, has raised $4.3 million in its latest funding round. This signals that the company is expanding and may require marketing services to reach a wider audience and increase brand awareness. AnotherBlock aims to create a decentralized music industry that empowers artists and fans. This innovative approach to the music industry may require marketing services to educate potential customers and build trust in the platform. AnotherBlock's CEO, Alex Mitchell, has stated that the company is focused on creating a fairer music industry. This mission-driven approach may resonate with consumers who are looking for ethical and socially responsible companies. Marketing services can help AnotherBlock communicate its values and attract customers who share its vision.

Website: anotherblock.io

Headcount: 11-50

17. Union AI

Washington, United States

Industry: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

News: Workflow orchestration startup Union AI, which created Flyte, lands $19.1M

Insights: Union AI is a startup that offers an open-source cloud-native automation platform for AI and data workflows. Union AI has developed the Flyte open-source tool for building workflow automation platforms for data, machine learning, and analytics. Pitch marketing services that focus on creating thought leadership content, such as blog articles, whitepapers, and webinars, to establish Union AI as a trusted source of knowledge and expertise in the field of AI and data workflows. They are also a silver sponsor for the upcoming Toronto Machine Learning Society (TMLS) Conference.

Website: unionaire.com

Headcount: 11-50

18. Hooks

Montevideo, Uruguay

Industry: Cybersecurity

News: Cybersecurity Startup Hooks $5 Million Seed Round from Regional Investor

Insights: Hook Security, a cybersecurity startup, has secured a $5 million seed round. The cybersecurity industry is highly competitive, and marketing services can help the company differentiate themselves from their competitors and establish themselves as a leader in the market. The founder Zachary Eikenberry said the startup has raised this recent round of funding to keep up with inbound demand and growth. He also mentioned said the $5 million investment will be used to maintain the startup’s “3X+ growth rate heading into 2024”. They also have a growth marketing team.

Website: hooksecurity.co

Headcount: 0-10

19. ANYbotics

Zurich, Switzerland

Industry: Automation Machinery Manufacturing

News: Swiss startup gains $50 million for four-legged inspection robot

Insights: ANYbotics, a Swiss startup that makes four-legged robots for industrial inspection has raised $50 million. This signals a need for marketing services to help the startup promote their innovative product and reach potential customers. The robot is designed for use in industries such as oil and gas, mining, and construction, which presents an opportunity for marketing services to target these specific industries and create tailored messaging to appeal to their needs. They are hiring for marketing and sales roles.

Website: anybotics.com

Headcount: 51-200

20. Spinframe

Yokne’am Illit, Israel

Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

News: Unable to determine as the webpage is in Hebrew and the language model is not trained to understand Hebrew.

Insights: Spinframe is a startup in the vehicle-inspection systems industry. Spinframe's monitoring platform is widely implemented in the automotive industry, serving customers like Volkswagen, car rental companies, and dealerships. The news quotes that “The investment funds will be utilized by Spinframe to develop new and unique capabilities of Spinframe's platform, as well as to deliver a robust pipeline to implement solutions with new customers globally.” This could mean an opportunity to pitch marketing initiatives to expand Spinframe's reach and access new customer segments.

Headcount: 11-50

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