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🎄 Christmas is the perfect time to show your team just how much you value them. But what really makes employees feel appreciated during the festive season? From bonuses and time off to thoughtful gestures that go beyond the usual, we've shared some practical ideas and HR advice to help businesses get it right. Because when it comes to morale and retention, the small, genuine touches often matter most. Have a read - the link is in the comments and let us know: how does your company celebrate the season? 🎁

This week, we’re celebrating three incredible companies that embody hard work, adaptability, and a vision for the future – and have secured the funding to match. 1️⃣ Next Sense has snapped up €11.5M in Series A funding to tackle one of the real estate industry’s biggest challenges: decarbonisation. With cutting-edge smart building technology, they’re reducing energy use by up to 40% per project. A huge step forward for sustainability – well done to Ferdinand Grapperhaus and the team. 2️⃣ Nowadays (YC S23), founded by powerhouse sisters Anna Sun and Amy Yan, this YC alum is transforming event planning with AI. Fresh off a $2M seed round, Nowadays automates venue and vendor sourcing, making it easier than ever to organize large-scale events. With big names like Google and Amazon already on board, we can't wait to see them grow! 3️⃣ Elin.ai is addressing the mental health crisis facing Gen Z with their AI-powered app. Their €1M pre-seed round will help expand internationally and enhance their support tools for issues like anxiety and eating disorders. A vital mission - keep it up Jan Romportl, Petr Stanislav and Jiri Horacek. We love seeing startups making such a positive impact! Congratulations all! 💪 #startups #fundingnews #techinnovation

🚀 Looking for your next big challenge in tech? Becca Combe, our Lead Recruiter, is headhunting for two exceptional roles that could be your perfect fit: 🔍 Senior ML Infrastructure Engineer – SF - Up to $300K - Multiple positions available - Must have: 5+ years of building scalable, high-performance distributed systems and contribute to cutting-edge AI tooling and GPU programming and optimisation (CUDA a plus). - Experience with NATS, vLLM, and SG Lang preferred. 🔍 Founding Member of Technical Staff (Back-end/Systems Engineering) – NYC - Up to $250K - Sponsorship available - O1, H1B Transfer, TN only - Help shape the back-end of a high-growth startup. - Must-have: Expert-level Rust, experience with databases like ClickHouse, distributed systems, Kubernetes, and tackling 0-1 projects. Both roles are with innovative companies on the frontier of ML and systems engineering. Curious? Reach out to Becca Combe for more info!

We wish all our US colleagues all over the world a very Happy Thanksgiving. It's been quite the year, a roller coaster some might say, but we are always up for a moment to recognise all that we have to be grateful for. We hope you have a great holiday. #HappyThanksgiving

🚀 Big congratulations to Apideck on securing a $7.5M Series A funding round! 🎉 Apideck is transforming the world of API integrations with its Unified API platform, which simplifies complex connections across different software applications, making it easier and more cost-efficient for B2B software and fintech companies to manage customer data securely. Their platform supports over 150 connectors across various industries, from HRIS to e-commerce, and offers a unique no-data-storage approach for improved security and budget control. Now, with the addition of AI capabilities, Apideck is set to harness real-time data processing through emerging large language models (LLMs). Read more in the comments! #funding #apideck #api #SaaS #techinnovation #AI #growth

We get super inspired by the resilience and impact of start-ups solving real-world problems. This week we've put together a list of 8 game-changers who are tackling issues that matter to many of us. In this week's article (link in the comments) we give an overview of each business and why we are excited about them! Unitary – Keeping online spaces safer through AI-driven content moderation. Overstory – Using AI to prevent deforestation and protect critical infrastructure. Health In Her HUE – Bridging healthcare gaps for women of color. Coolgradient – Reducing data center energy consumption for a sustainable future. poolside – Enhancing developer productivity with AI-powered tools. Multiverse Computing – Bringing quantum computing to real-world applications. Cerebras Systems – Pushing the limits of AI with the world’s largest chip. Persona – Prioritizing digital identity security with customizable solutions. #TechStartups #TechInnovation

Yesterday, we observed Remembrance Sunday in the UK, and today we join our colleagues and partners in the USA in honouring Veterans Day. Across both nations, poppies are worn as symbols of remembrance and respect, honouring those who have served and sacrificed.

Congratulations to Turing College on securing a €2.5 million grant to support their mission in transforming tech education 🚀 Founded with a bold vision, Turing College is on a mission to bridge the gap between traditional education and the practical skills demanded by today’s tech industry. Known for their hands-on approach, they’ve helped countless students gain real-world skills in fields like data science, product management, and software development, partnering with top tech companies to ensure their programs stay industry-relevant. We are looking forward to watching Turing College continue to empower the next generation of tech talent.

🚀 Exciting News from Creative Capital Ventures Group! Lisbon and London-based Creative Capital Ventures (CCV) has just launched an €18M fund dedicated to powering early-stage innovation across tech, digital media, and consumer products! With a goal to reach €50M by early 2025, CCV is focused on backing high-growth sectors through both financial investment and hands-on support via their venture studio, Pivotal. 🌱 This new fund marks a major opportunity for European startups driving disruptive tech and immersive experiences. We can’t wait to see the impact on the startup scene! Link in comments for full article. #TechStartups #StartupFunding #TechFunding #FundingNews #FundsforStartups

🚨 New Security Guidance for Startups! In an insightful article on Computer Weekly, Alex Scroxton, Security Editor, explores the UK’s latest initiative, Secure Innovation. Backed by the NCSC, NPSA, and the Five Eyes alliance, this guidance is tailored for tech startups facing targeted cyber threats and industrial espionage risks. With practical advice on securing supply chains and fostering a security-first mindset, it’s a timely resource for emerging tech companies aiming to protect their ideas and growth. Over 500 organisations have already put these strategies to work—could yours be next? 🔗 Catch the full article - link in comments. #Startup #SecurityGuidance #UKStartups #CyberSecurity