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Meight secures €3.4m in funding led by Cusp Capital to automate transport management in Europe
Cusp Capital led Meight’s €3.4m seed round fueling Meight’s expansion across Europe and accelerating the development of the market’s fastest cloud-based transport system.
Cusp Capital featured in KfW Capital's ESG Report 2023 (in German)
At Cusp Capital, we believe ESG is a key driver of sustainable growth. We contributed a case study to KfW Capital's ESG Report 2023 highlighting our structured approach to ESG reporting and the best practices we establish with our portfolio companies. Read our case study on slide 31/32 (in German).
Regulatory-tech startup Recyda secures €6.3m - Startup Insider interview with co-founder Vivian Loftin (in German)
In this episode of Startup Spotlight, Jan Thomas interviews Vivian Loftin, co-founder and CEO of Recyda, about their solution to assess and optimize packaging recyclability, helping companies meet increasing EU sustainability standards. Vivian shares insights into Recyda’s data-driven approach using AI, recent €6.3m Series A funding led by Cusp Capital, and the company's vision for expanding their platform and exploring the U.S. market.
Recyda raises €6.3m Series A for packing management platform
Recyda has secured €6.3m in funding. Cusp Capital led their Series A round.
Investing in compliance: A new era of category-defining software solutions for efficient governance
The article highlights how increasing regulatory complexity, especially in the EU, has turned compliance into a core business function, essential for driving growth and meeting industry standards. It argues that AI-driven automation is crucial for managing these demands, with the success of digital compliance solutions hinging on trusted outcomes to unlock value and reduce risks.
Unlocking ESG value: 27 case studies of hands-on collaboration between VCs and their portfolio companies
In this booklet, VentureESG presents 27 case studies, including Cusp Capital, showcasing value-add portfolio work across various geographies, stages, and maturity levels. It provides a comprehensive business case for integrating ESG into portfolio and platform strategies, sharing best practices and encouraging other VC funds to follow suit.
HERO Software secures €40m Series B to become the operating system of tradesmen SMEs across Europe
HERO Software, the leading SaaS platform for tradesmen SMEs in the DACH region, has closed a €40 million Series B financing round. The round was led by Eight Roads Ventures, with existing investor Cusp Capital also participating again. (Article in German)
Venture Capital in NRW Report - An analysis of the local investor ecosystem (in German)
Our report (in German) provides an overview of the current VC scene in NRW and its development over the past 25 years.
Adding value: 13 best practice examples of ESG portfolio support from VentureESG member funds
In a comprehensive article, our partners VentureESG highlight examples from thirteen funds, including Cusp Capital, showcasing how VCs assist with ESG lapses identified in due diligence, regulatory compliance, and designing action plans to integrate ESG into company growth.
Podcast Interview with Jan Sessenhausen (in German)
In the latest VC Talk episode by Startup Insider Jan Sessenhausen talks about Cusp Capital's journey and our investment focus.
Interview with Christian Winter (in German)
Christian Winter was interviewed by Janine Heidenfelder from VentureCapital Magazin on Cusp Capital’s investment theses, ESG, and his view on the current market sentiment.
Interview with Dr. Carolin Althoff (in German)
Dr. Carolin Althoff was interviewed by Janine Heidenfelder from VentureCapital Magazin on the current situation of our portfolio companies, the VC landscape in NRW, and her view on the impact of AI on the VC industry.
Talking to VIDA about Digital Sustainability
In our latest founder interview, VIDA CEO Dr. Tobias Engelmeier shares how their map-based software helps investors tackle climate risks and drive sustainable infrastructure. Plus, Dr. Carolin Althoff explains how VIDA embodies the fusion of digitization and sustainability.
Acto raises €3.7m for sales decision intelligence platform
Acto's platform empowers sales teams in wholesale, logistics, and B2B consumables with active decision intelligence on top of internal legacy technology and external data.
Talking to HERO about ISOS
In our latest founder interview, we spoke with Michael Kessler of HERO Software. Starting as a lead-gen tool for tradespeople, HERO pivoted in 2017 to develop a cloud-based ERP solution. Now a DACH industry leader, Michael shares insights on their journey and what’s next for the company.
European innovations and principles will shape the digital infrastructure of the future
When Europe is on the cusp of its OSS trajectory – as it is – the region is on the cusp of leading infrastructure software.
Online offerings for lower-income consumers are a trillion Euro opportunity.
Mostly ignored by many services and products today, a for lower-income consumers online a golden decade lies ahead.
Digital and sustainability will join forces to disrupt markets and the way people live.
Companies at the intersection of digital and sustainability will shape what Carlota Perez calls "the golden age of the digital revolution".
Industry-Specific Operating Systems (#ISOS) will empower a new era of SME businesses.
The third wave of integrated software flips the SME-Enterprise power dynamic on its head.
We love working with Marty Neumeier's "Onliness Statement".
The pen is mightier than the sword. Picking it up to forge your Onliness Statement you may change to truly be radically different.
Interview with Jan Sessenhausen (in German)
Jan Sessenhausen was interviewed by Janine Heidenfelder for the latest edition of VentureCapital Magazin. He comments on current market sentiment and shares valuable tips and tricks for founders on running a business in economically challenging times.