San Francisco-based Trucks VC has backed the London electric scooter brand to fund its expansion into the US market.
"Lack of proper regulation is dangerous for the UK public and frustrating for us. However, we've had incredible market traction in the US and we're excited to be launching in Los Angeles."
Addition led the Series A round to support product development, hiring and global expansion.
"Thanks to an industry-leading team, decades of combined experience and a best-in-class product offering, PQShield has quickly emerged as a front runner and true authority in post-quantum cryptography for hardware and software, a field with enormous market potential. PQShield is already helping to define the future of information security, and we are excited to support their ongoing growth."
The funding round was led by 24Haymarket to support growth in the industrial intelligence sector.
"Even in its infancy, MAIO demonstrated how quickly industrial companies can start their journey to achieving sustainability, reducing energy consumption, material waste and better use of resources. As MAIO has matured, it has accelerated this process, providing the software infrastructure needed to achieve transparency of the manufacturing processes and running of remote assets. Transparency comes from the insights generated from the data collected, which provides the baseline to start making improvements. This investment goes a long way to helping our current and future customers achieve their transformation goals."
The payment technology platform expanded its latest financing round with participation from new strategic investors.
"GPS is an innovative technology company, and we believe their unique position at the heart of the global payments ecosystem ideally positions them to power the next generation of financial services. With the deep network and experience MissionOG brings to the table, we look forward to being a trusted and valued partner of Joanne and the entire team."
The Norfolk-based start-up raised the capital from Anglia Capital Group and New Anglia Capital to support its environmental monitoring technology.
"When WATR pitched to our members they were immediately impressed by the mission to improve water conditions around the world. Businesses with a focus on sustainability are increasingly seeing success in gaining early-stage funding as more of our members seek to invest in companies which are having a positive impact on the environment. We wish WATR every success for the future and look forward to seeing them go from strength to strength"