With $37M Raised to Date, GORGIE Accelerates Retail Growth and Community Adoption to Lead a New Era of Energy Wellness

NEW YORK, April 29, 2025 — GORGIE, the wellness-forward energy drink brand disrupting the $20B+ energy category, today announced the close of its $24.5 million Series A funding round, led by Notable Capital, an existing seed investor, bringing total funding to $37 million since launch. Coefficient Capital and individual investors and board members Jason Cohen and Yossi Nasser also participated and supported the round. The raise follows a year of extraordinary growth and marks a pivotal moment as the company scales to over 1,900 Target stores nationwide this summer.

Launched in 2023 by two-time entrepreneur Michelle Cordeiro Grant, GORGIE brings a fresh approach to the energy drink shelf with a clean, modern product centered on wellness, inclusivity, and community. From concept to shelf in just six months, GORGIE has rapidly emerged as a category leader, driving new avenues of growth against billion-dollar incumbents and capturing the attention of both retailers and consumers.

The brand has grown 5x year-over-year for 2024, driven by a loyal and highly engaged customer base. On average, customers reorder every 8 days, with GORGIE products now shipping to every U.S. state on a biweekly basis.

In 2024, GORGIE has reached some incredible milestones:

• #1 fastest growing energy brand in the US natural channel
• 20%+ category growth contribution in the US natural channel
• #1 inflator energy brand at a key national natural channel retailer
• 45%+ category growth contribution at a key national natural channel retailer
• 1st energy drink smoothie at Erewhon, and a top brand in energy and all sparkling beverage at the retailer
• Over 1.6 billion organic social impressions driven by a thriving creator community

“This is what disruption looks like,” said Michelle Cordeiro Grant, Founder & CEO of GORGIE. “We built GORGIE to change the way people think about energy—something functional, yes, but also joyful, healthy, and community-powered. Our rapid growth proves the demand for a brand that brings together performance and wellness without compromise and puts community at the forefront.”

GORGIE is based on good-for-you ingredients including green tea caffeine, L-Theanine and Vitamins B6 and B12. Proudly formulated without aspartame, sucralose, or erythritol. It’s available online at www.getgorgie.com and in thousands of retail doors nationwide, including Kroger, Sprouts, Albertsons, HEB, select Whole Foods Market Stores across the northeast, and Erewhon to name a few. Starting on June 1, GORGIE will expand to 1,900 Target locations, where it will launch a new Pink Lemonade flavor exclusive to Target.

The company’s Series A was led by Notable Capital, whose support helped scale other iconic consumer brands, including Airbnb, Affirm, Peloton, Quince, and TikTok. In 2017, Notable was also an early backer of Cordeiro Grant’s first startup, LIVELY, which was subsequently acquired by Japanese brand Wacoal.

“Few brands reach this level of velocity and resonance this early,” said Hans Tung, Managing Partner at Notable Capital and GORGIE board member. “GORGIE is executing with precision and intent in a category overdue for change. It’s defining where the next generation of energy drinks is headed—toward wellness and ‘better for you’ products created by women, built for everyone.”

GORGIE amplifies the connection between community and commerce through scaled follower-forward campaigns and high-impact collaborations with top creators who share its mission of redefining energy through wellness. Through collaborations with influencers such as Jaclyn Hill’s Orange Twist flavor and Jordyn Jones’ Cherry Lime campaign, GORGIE taps into authentic voices that bring the brand to life across platforms, always including a robust community engagement component. These creator-led drops are more than endorsements – they’re cultural moments that drive real conversion, online and in-store, while reinforcing GORGIE as the wellness energy drink built for the next generation.

About GORGIE

Founded by Michelle Cordeiro Grant in 2022, GORGIE is a next-generation wellness energy brand built to power all-day energy with clean ingredients and bold flavor. Its products are Non-GMO Project Verified, NSF Contents Certified, Gluten Free, Vegan, and Kosher, with a green score on the Yuka health scanner app. GORGIE is proudly built by women, for everyone – with a mission to make wellness feel fun, inclusive, and energizing from shelf to sip.

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Platform arms home–service contractors with transparent pricing and data–rich insights.

SEATTLE, April 29, 2025 — EDEN, a pioneering digital sales enablement platform in the home services industry, announced a $3.7 million funding round led by Climactic, alongside other investors including Better Ventures and C2 Ventures. EDEN is building the next-generation sales funnel for the $400 billion U.S. home–services market—enabling contractors to turn every sale into the perfect sale using instant pricing and a wealth of home-specific data.

“Since our inception in 2021, EDEN has been laser-focused on creating a win-win for contractors and homeowners, starting with a simple online purchase experience that doubles close rates,” said Ben Phillips, co-founder and CEO of EDEN. “We’ve been seeing lots of interest in the field and we’re really excited to build on that with this raise.”

The EDEN Instant Quote uses a proprietary U.S. building–stock database to pinpoint the unique fingerprint of each home, producing precise load calculations, tailored equipment matches, instant pricing and rebate breakdowns—giving contractors a seamless, high-trust way to close more jobs.

“What separates EDEN is its accuracy and depth of information,” said Jeremy Kliemann, President of Kliemann Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning in Tacoma, WA. “It’s one of the highest conversion rates on any of our lead sources.”

Since its official launch in 2024, EDEN Instant Quote has helped contractors sell over $9 million in equipment installation sales.

“Today’s HVAC and home services landscape is changing at a rapid pace, but the way those systems are sold has barely changed since the invention of A/C,” said Josh Felser, co-founder and managing partner of Climactic. “EDEN helps the industry leapfrog in the same way we’ve seen real estate and car sales advance in recent years. By making it easier for contractors to offer energy-efficient solutions, EDEN is creating more sustainable homes and a healthier planet. We see a massive opportunity for EDEN to become the customer conversion funnel of record for all home contractors —big and small.”

About EDEN

EDEN’s mission is to empower contractors across the home services industry with innovative technology that helps them grow their businesses and provide exceptional customer experiences. Founded in 2021, the Seattle-based startup provides a digital sales enablement platform that enables contractors to streamline their sales, increase close rates, and promote high-efficiency systems. EDEN supports both contractor success and sustainability, benefiting homeowners and the environment alike. For more information, visit https://www.e-denhomes.com/. 

MEDIA CONTACT:
Heather Ripley
Ripley PR
865-977-1973
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POTOMAC, Md., April 29, 2025 — Startup founders navigating the complex world of fundraising now have a powerful ally in My NEXT Raise, an innovative platform built to revolutionize how startups secure capital. After a highly successful beta phase, the platform is officially launching with sophisticated tools and services designed to prepare founders for the fundraising process from start to finish.

Building Smarter Fundraising Solutions for Entrepreneurs

Created specifically for founders, My NEXT Raise leverages advanced technology to address the most common challenges in fundraising. The platform offers an AI-powered data room to organize your legal documents and share with investors, tools for financial modeling and management, a runway calculator, an equity dilution calculator, a pitch deck creator, an investment finder that help startups to identify investors tailored to their industry and funding stage, and founder/funder events and VC office hours events connecting founders and investors.

“My NEXT Raise was built with startup founders in mind,” said Anthony Millin, Founder of NEXT powered by Shulman Rogers and Co-Founder of My NEXT Raise. “We understand the pain points of raising capital, and this platform is our answer to those challenges. We’ve centralized the tools and services founders need to best prepare for and execute a successful raise. And in combination with NEXT’s fixed-fee Seed Financing Package, founders now have access to a complete end to end legal and fundraising solution supported by seasoned legal advisors that is accessible and affordable to all.”

Designed for Founders, By Founders

The challenges of fundraising are well known, but My NEXT Raise has created a solution that eliminates inefficiencies and allows founders to focus on scaling their businesses. From first seed rounds to Series A and beyond, the platform provides essential tools to make the right impression on investors and provides founders with the tools to secure funding faster.

“As founders, we know just how hard it is to juggle building your company while running a fundraising process,” Millin added. “With My NEXT Raise, we’ve provided a pathway for founders to get the most out of their fundraising process.”

Support From Clients and Partners

“My NEXT Raise not only equips founders with the resources and information needed to prepare for a fundraise but also creates invaluable opportunities through individualized introductions,” said Aubrey Ottenstein, Founder of Hilltop. “I recently secured an investment through a connection made during a My NEXT Raise event. Their support goes beyond guidance; they truly champion your success!”

The platform’s partners echo this sentiment, highlighting the collaborative power of My NEXT Raise’s tools and mission.

“When we learned about the My NEXT Raise mission, we immediately wanted to get involved,” said Roman Lobas, Head of Partnerships at Fuelfinance. “At Fuelfinance, we see the critical role a solid financial plan plays in successful fundraising. Having helped hundreds of startups raise funds from tier 1 VCs, we’re excited to support more founders on this pivotal step.”

Heather Lawver, Founder/CEO of Ceemo, praised the platform as well, stating, “At Ceemo, we’ve seen firsthand how challenging the fundraising process can be. That’s why we’re proud to be part of My NEXT Raise, combining Ceemo’s branding and pitch deck expertise with this incredible set of tools. With over $200 million raised by our clients, we know how important it is to tell your story right, and My NEXT Raise helps to get that job done.”

The emphasis on integrity and collaboration was highlighted by Erika Bahr, CEO of Daxe, who said, “It’s rare to find a partner so aligned with our values of integrity and open communication. We’re proud to work with My NEXT Raise and excited to continue building together.”

Get Started Today 

Startup founders can explore all of the free resources My NEXT Raise has to offer, designed to help entrepreneurs experience the platform’s full value before committing.

Visit www.mynextraise.com to sign up and discover tools designed to assist you in turning your startup vision into a fully funded reality.

About NEXT and Shulman Rogers

My NEXT Raise is developed by NEXT, the startup-focused division of Shulman Rogers, P.A., a full-service law firm based in the DC region. Recognized by LegalWeek as one of the best startup law firms in the nation for five consecutive years, NEXT offers specialized expertise to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their growth.

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LOS ANGELES, April 29, 2025 — VidAU AI, a trailblazer in AI-powered video advertising, has secured a new round of funding round led by Nuohai Venture Capital. Building on its Pre-A round in September 2024 with Nuohui Investment and earlier support from River Jin Technology, this investment marks a pivotal milestone for the company. With this capital, VidAU aims to solidify its position as the leading AI agent for video advertising, making it easier than ever for brands and marketers to produce captivating video creatives that resonate with audiences worldwide.

The funding will accelerate VidAU’s expansion across product innovation, global markets, and talent acquisition. From shoppable videos and personalized product storytelling to interactive experiences, the platform will be designed to drive instant engagement and real-time purchases. As content-led commerce continues to grow, VidAU is positioning brands at the heart of this transformation through innovative AI technology.

These innovations are expected to boost viewer engagement by 50% and lift campaign effectiveness by 30%, with early feedback suggesting a 20% increase in user satisfaction within six months. VidAU will also expand into high-growth markets like North America and Europe, targeting a 50% surge in regional users and a 30% rise in its global customer base. To support this growth, VidAU will onboard new AI and engineering experts, accelerating feature development by 35% and enhancing platform stability, which could improve user satisfaction by 15%.

Updates to tools like digital avatars and multilingual voice overs will streamline video creation, potentially increasing active users by 25% and doubling conversion rates, while fresh creative styles like cinematic animations may drive a 20% uptick in premium subscriptions. By 2025, VidAU projects a 300% revenue increase, a 200% rise in users, and a 65% boost in customer satisfaction globally.

Innovative AI Tools Set to Transform Video Creation for Brands

At the heart of VidAU’s mission are CEO Joanna Chan and co-founder Andy Liu, who envision video as a transformative force for businesses of all sizes. Chan emphasizes that this funding brings them closer to making video ads a game-changer, stating that, “This investment is about empowering every business, big or small, with standout video content.” Liu complements this by focusing on the customer journey, noting, “We’re turning video into a direct path in the consumer funnel, straight from interest to purchase.” With this latest round of funding, their vision is turning into reality, as VidAU scales up its tools to meet the growing demand for seamless, sales-driven video creation.

Bringing this vision to life, VidAU’s strength lies in its practical AI offerings, designed to deliver real value to users. The platform makes video creation fast and seamless, turning a product link into a polished, multilingual video in just minutes. Data-driven insights and A/B testing help users optimize their campaigns for maximum results. Creative flexibility is central to the experience. With options ranging from lifelike digital avatars to casual, user-generated content styles, all accessible through an intuitive interface. VidAU’s commitment to ethical AI practices, strong security, and user-friendly design has earned the trust of industry leaders like Anker, Miniso, and eBay, ensuring its tools remain powerful, reliable, and easy to use.

VidAU AI: Pioneering the Future of Video-Driven E-Commerce

Looking ahead, VidAU is positioning itself to lead the charge in content-driven e-commerce, a sector poised to account for 17% of global online sales by 2025. By seamlessly blending video engagement with instant purchasing opportunities, the company is not just adapting to trends but actively shaping the future of how brands connect with consumers. Liu underscores this forward-thinking approach, saying, “We’re building the tools that define what’s next in e-commerce.”

This landmark funding sets VidAU on a path to revolutionize video advertising. Whether you’re a marketer, creator, or business leader, now is the time to explore what VidAU can do for you. Visit VidAU today and discover how its AI-driven solutions can help you craft standout video content that drives results, in minutes.

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SAN FRANCISCO, April 28, 2025 — Ballistic Ventures, the venture capital firm dedicated exclusively to funding and incubating entrepreneurs and innovations in cybersecurity, today announced that several members of its team will speak at the 2025 RSA Conference (RSAC), taking place in San Francisco from April 28-30. RSAC is one of the world’s largest and most influential cybersecurity events, drawing global leaders, practitioners, policymakers, and investors.

Ballistic invites RSAC attendees to join and engage during the following featured sessions:

Monday, April 28 from 2:20 – 3:10 PM
The Future of Tech Policy: Balancing Innovation, Security, and Regulation
Ballistic General Partner Ted Schlein will moderate a discussion with Gen. Paul Nakasone (ret.), Strategic Advisor to Ballistic, OpenAI Board Member, and the former Director of the NSA and U.S. Cyber Command, and Chris Krebs, the nation’s first Director of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). The talk will explore how public policy can keep pace with emerging technologies while safeguarding national security and encouraging innovation.

Tuesday, April 29 from 1:15 – 2:05 PM
The State of Venture Capital and Private Equity in Cybersecurity
Ballistic General Partner Barmak Meftah will join fellow cybersecurity investors Greg Clark of Crosspoint Capital, Jason Risch of Greylock Partners, and Chenxi Wang of Rain Capital for a candid conversation on where capital is flowing, the changing macro environment, and what makes a cyber startup fundable in today’s climate.

Tuesday, April 29 from 3:30 – 4:20 PM
RSAC Launch Pad
Meftah will return to the stage alongside Sarah Guo of Conviction Partners and Enrique Salem of Bain Capital to evaluate live pitches from early-stage cybersecurity startups. The panel will offer real-time feedback and funding advice for the next generation of cyber entrepreneurs.

Wednesday, April 30 from 9:40 – 10:30 AM
RSAC Keynote – Cybersecurity Year-in-Review and the Future Ahead
Ballistic General Partner Kevin Mandia will take the RSA keynote stage alongside Ballistic Venture Partner Nicole Perlroth, bestselling author and former New York Times lead cybersecurity reporter. Together, they’ll break down the past year’s most significant cyber intrusions, threat actor evolutions, and the trends shaping the global security landscape.

“In a year defined by nation-state threats, emerging risks around AI, and growing cyber-regulatory scrutiny, RSAC 2025 provides a critical forum for cross-sector dialogue,” said Meftah. “We’re proud to help lead the conversation alongside our peers, public sector partners, and founders building the future of cybersecurity.”

This announcement follows Ballistic news on Friday that Phil Venables, one of the cybersecurity industry’s most respected leaders and the former Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of Google Cloud, has joined the firm as a Venture Partner. Venables brings decades of experience shaping security programs at some of the world’s most influential organizations, including Google Cloud, Goldman Sachs, and Deutsche Bank. His addition underscores Ballistic’s deep commitment to advancing innovation and resilience in cybersecurity.

About Ballistic Ventures
Ballistic Ventures is a venture capital firm solely dedicated to early-stage cybersecurity and cyber-related companies. The partners have spent their entire careers defending against every cyber threat conceivable. Members of the firm have founded, operated, and funded over 100 successful cybersecurity firms – including Abnormal Security, AlienVault, ArcSight, Fortify, Mandiant, and Shape Security – led over 10,000 security professionals globally, and have 40+ years of experience in venture capital. The Ballistic portfolio includes Aembit, Alethea, ArmorCode, AuthMind, Codezero, Concentric AI, GetReal, Gomboc AI, Mimic, Noma, Nudge Security, Oligo, Pangea, Perygee, Reach, SpecterOps, Talon (PANW), Veza, and WitnessAI. Our experience provides entrepreneurs impactful support from people focused on the same mission. Our networks and relationships open doors for our founders. Learn more at ballisticventures.com.

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NEW YORK, April 28, 2025 — Northwind Group, a Manhattan-based real estate private equity firm and debt fund manager, announced the origination of a $45 million senior first-mortgage loan for the acquisition and predevelopment of 300 East 42nd Street, an 18-story office building located in Midtown East submarket of Manhattan. The loan will bridge the property’s conversion into a mixed-use asset with 135 multifamily rental units in addition to a long-term leased office component.

The loan was originated by Northwind Debt Fund III, the firm’s latest closed-ended vehicle focused on real estate credit investments in major gateway urban markets. Northwind structured a competitive and quick financing solution. Since the beginning of the year, Northwind Group has originated approximately $400 million in new loans, building on the platform’s strong performance in 2024, when it closed more than $1.1 billion across its credit platform.

The acquisition and conversion of 300 East 42nd Street are being led by a group of seasoned New York City-based developers, with whom Northwind has a longstanding lending relationship.

Located at the corner of 42nd Street and 2nd Avenue, the property spans a full blockfront just steps from Grand Central Station and the United Nations. The conversion plan takes advantage of the building’s as-of-right zoning and efficient floor plates that support residential layouts without requiring additional light and air shafts. The mid-section of the building, which is already vacant and not subject to tenant buyouts, will be converted to residential use. The upper and lower floors, currently occupied by a roster of diplomatic tenants, will remain as office space. The asset will feature dedicated lobbies and elevator banks for the residential and office components, enabling a clean separation of uses. The project is expected to benefit from the 467-m tax abatement program, which incentivizes residential conversions and supports mixed-income housing.

Ran Eliasaf, Founder and Managing Partner of Northwind Group, commented, “We identified an opportunity to originate this loan at a favorable basis, representing a 75% discount to the prior ownership’s cost basis for a project that is zoned as-of-right, with no need to relocate tenants, and a clean path to conversion capitalizing on the experience we gained lending on similar assets in NYC. The building’s layout is naturally suited for residential use with three sides of light-and-air as the asset spans the full Second Avenue block from 42nd to 41st Street. At the same time, the remaining office component continues to generate consistent long-term cash flow leased to diplomatic tenants. Given its proximity to Grand Central and other transit hubs, employment centers, schools, hospitals, and the UN, the property is wellpositioned to meet residential demand in a supply-constrained market. Northwind is proud to be at the forefront of financing office to residential conversion projects in NYC unlocking much-needed new rental supply”.

The financing was arranged by Morris Betesh at Arrow Real Estate Advisors.

About Northwind Group
Founded in 2008 by Ran Eliasaf, Northwind Group is a Manhattan-based real estate private equity firm specializing in debt investments through discretionary, closed-ended funds. The firm has successfully executed over $5.6 billion in real estate transactions across more than 320 properties. For further information, go to www.northwind-group.com.

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AUSTIN, Texas, April 28, 2025 — Escalate Capital Partners, a leading private credit and growth equity investment firm with $1.3 billion of invested capital, today announced the successful closing of its fifth fund, Escalate Capital V, LP (Fund V), bringing in $350 million of committed capital. Limited partners in Fund V include J.P. Morgan Investment Management, TD Bank, Cadence Bank, Regions Bank, and Truist Community Capital, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Truist Bank.

Austin-based Escalate Capital has completed its first two investments from Fund V, representing $35 million of committed capital. Consistent with Escalate Capital’s investment focus, Fund V invests in rapidly growing later-stage companies in the technology, software, services, and healthcare sectors across the United States. It builds on the company’s 20-year record of supporting more than 140 venture capital and growth equity-backed companies across those sectors.

“We are pleased to close Fund V with capital commitments from existing and new limited partners,” said Chris Julich, general partner of Escalate Capital. “This fund positions us to continue to support transformative companies in critical growth industries with flexible capital solutions and a collaborative, long-term approach.”

Tony Schell, co-founder and general partner of Escalate Capital, added, “As we celebrate our 20th anniversary in 2025, we’re excited to work with innovative late-stage companies and provide them with the financing solutions they need to scale. Fund V is key to meeting this objective.”

Escalate Capital also announced the promotions of Travis Wood to partner and Larry Bradshaw to chief operating officer and chief financial officer.  Wood joined Escalate Capital in 2019 and is responsible for sourcing and managing investments. Bradshaw joined the firm in 2005 and oversees compliance and back-office operations.

About Escalate Capital Partners

Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Escalate Capital Partners is a leading private credit and growth equity firm targeting rapidly growing later-stage companies in technology, software, services, and healthcare. With more than $1.3 billion of invested capital, Escalate Capital delivers tailored financing solutions to support entrepreneurial management teams in achieving their growth objectives. For more information, visit www.escalatecapital.com.

Media Contact:
Margaret Kirch Cohen
Newton Park PR, LLC
847-507-2229
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SPOKANE, Wash., April 28, 2025 — Gestalt, a leading innovator in AI-powered digital pathology solutions, announced the completion of a $7.5 million Series A financing. The round was led by Cowles Ventures, TVF Funds, Inland Imaging Investments, KickStart Funds, and prominent angel investors from the Pacific Northwest.

Gestalt’s PathFlow® platform is used by leading healthcare, academic medical centers, and research organizations. Customers implement PathFlow as their preferred solution because it integrates seamlessly into their existing laboratory information systems, enabling faster, more accurate diagnoses and improving access to expert consultation, education, and research—regardless of location.

“PathFlow is transforming pathology by leveraging robust digital workflows and AI algorithms to support scoring of key biomarkers. This enables organizations to accurately match patients to known therapies and generate rich datasets for research and new drug development,” said Dan Roark, CEO, Gestalt. “Our technology is designed to improve patient outcomes by enabling faster, more accurate diagnoses and broadening access to clinical expertise.”

This new funding will facilitate broader market adoption and increased profitability. The capital will be used to expand the company’s customer base, enhance AI capabilities, and pursue FDA clearance. This comes at a critical moment, with rising cancer rates and a declining number of practicing pathologists intensifying the need for scalable, digital-first diagnostic solutions.

“We are incredibly grateful for the continued support from our investors,” Roark added. “This funding allows us to expand on the solid foundation we’ve built. We’ve already streamlined how pathologists navigate fragmented systems by creating PathFlow, a unified platform for viewing pathology cases digitally and collaborating with leading experts in real-time without the need to ship specimens.  Now, we’ll accelerate innovation and scale our reach to meet the growing demands of modern pathology.”

Gestalt is at the forefront of a critical shift in diagnostic medicine, helping transform pathology from a manual, microscope-based process to a scalable digital solution leveraging artificial intelligence tools — like the digital transitions already seen in radiology and cardiology.

The company’s platform not only improves diagnostic speed and precision which is critical for cancer patients who can wait for days to weeks or more for a diagnosis, but also unlocks AI-powered insights that enable:

• Biomarker scoring to support the optimization of patient-therapy matching,
• Image and data analysis for disease progression studies,
• And the interoperability that enables pathologists access to valuable aides and insights that streamline their workflows, highlight areas of positivity and reduce missed diagnoses.

With this Series A funding, Gestalt remains committed to expanding its impact through the deployment of its’ PathFlow software in healthcare, making high-quality, scalable pathology solutions more accessible to clinicians and researchers worldwide.

About Gestalt 
Gestalt Diagnostics is a Spokane-based company dedicated to revolutionizing pathology through digital solutions. Founded in 2017, Gestalt provides advanced technology, proven digital expertise, and artificial intelligence to enable pathologists to diagnose diseases faster and more efficiently. The company’s PathFlow platform is at the forefront of digital pathology innovation, offering significant improvements in diagnostic accuracy and workflow efficiency.

To learn more, visit www.gestaltdiagnostics.com and follow @Gestalt on LinkedIn.

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SINGAPORE, 28 april 2025 — Thunes, de Smart Superhighway voor geldoverdracht over de hele wereld, kondigt trots de succesvolle afronding van haar Serie D-financiering van $150 miljoen aan, de grootste in zijn geschiedenis, met een aanzienlijke waardestijging ten opzichte van de vorige financieringsronde. In weerwil van het feit dat de omstandigheden op de kapitaalmarkten tot de meest uitdagende van de afgelopen tijd worden gerekend, werd deze mijlpaal in recordtijd bereikt.

Thunes verwelkomt trots Apis Partners en Vitruvian Partners, twee toonaangevende participatiemaatschappijen die allebei wereldwijd erkenning genieten om hun diepgaande expertise in financiële dienstverlening en opkomende markten.

Thunes is nu winstgevend en behoudt een sterke groeidynamiek. Het bedrijf wil dit kapitaal gebruiken om haar expansie in de Verenigde Staten te versnellen, ondersteund door de recente verwerving van licenties in 50 Amerikaanse staten, onder voorbehoud van goedkeuring door de regelgevende instanties.

Deze fondsen zullen het Direct Global Network van Thunes verder versterken, dat momenteel meer dan 130 landen, meer dan 80 valuta en meer dan 550 directe integraties omvat en betalingen in realtime in complexe en exotische markten mogelijk maakt.  Nu grensoverschrijdende betalingen aanzwellen tot een markt van $ 150 biljoen, bevindt Thunes zich in een goede positie om verder een groeiend aandeel te veroveren.

Door middel van geavanceerde technologie, toonaangevende compliancenormen en een naadloze klantervaring, blijft Thunes diverse betaalsystemen, waaronder traditionele, digitale en opkomende valuta, interoperabel maken. Binnen een visie om de “volgende miljard eindgebruikers” in opkomende markten te omvatten, beoogt Thunes de go-to oplossing te zijn voor snelle, veilige en kosteneffectieve grensoverschrijdende betalingen, door miljarden wallets en duizenden partners wereldwijd met elkaar te verbinden.

Floris de Kort, CEO van Thunes, verklaart: “De laatste financieringsronde van Thunes is een duidelijke bevestiging van onze strategie en ons streven naar duurzame groei. Onze prestaties, gekenmerkt door een omzet van $150 miljoen en een positieve EBITDA, tonen aan dat we in staat zijn om een evenwicht te vinden tussen snelle expansie en financiële voorzichtigheid, zelfs in een tumultueuze markt. Met dit nieuwe kapitaal kunnen we ons Direct Global Network uitbreiden, ook in de Verenigde Staten, technologische innovatie stimuleren, van artificiële intelligentie tot de interoperabiliteit van ecosystemen voor digitale activa, en voortreffelijke waarde leveren aan de leden van ons eigen netwerk. In een uitdagende financieringsomgeving zetten onze vorderingen en veerkracht een nieuwe standaard voor de sector.”

Matteo Stefanel, Managing Partner & medeoprichter van Apis Partners, gaf volgend commentaar: “Thunes heeft een revolutie teweeggebracht in wereldwijde grensoverschrijdende betalingen door robuuste technologie naadloos te integreren met een gedisciplineerde financiële strategie die vertrouwen inboezemt. De indrukwekkende groei van het bedrijf en de positieve EBITDA-prestaties, zelfs in deze ongekende tijden, bevestigen duidelijk het vertrouwen van de leden en hun vermogen om effectief schaalvergroting te verwezenlijken. We hebben het opmerkelijke traject van Thunes nauwlettend gevolgd en zijn voortdurend onder de indruk van de innovatieve aanpak, operationele striktheid en strategische toekomstgerichtheid van het team. Thunes’ streven naar uitmuntendheid herdefinieert sectorreferenties en legt de lat hoog voor betrouwbaarheid en prestaties in wereldwijde betalingen. Tot slot zijn we bijzonder trots op het werk dat Thunes verricht om de toegang tot betaalbare financiële diensten voor de volgende miljard gebruikers in opkomende markten te versnellen, maar ook dat Apis in de verderzetting van dit traject een kleine rol mag spelen.”

Tassilo Arnhold, Partner bij Vitruvian Partners, verklaart: “We zijn trots met het visionaire team van Thunes samen te werken bij het uitbouwen van een transformatief platform dat op effectieve wijze traditioneel bankieren, mobiele wallets en digitale activa overkoepelt in een eengemaakt oplossing. Bij Vitruvian Partners hechten we veel waarde aan strategische visie, veerkracht en inzet voor innovatie. In elk aspect van haar activiteiten is Thunes hiervan een voorbeeld bij uitstek. Ze geven op consistente wijze blijk dat ze in staat zijn complexe marktomstandigheden te beheersen en tegelijkertijd nieuwe standaarden qua efficiëntie en transparantie te stellen. We zijn enthousiast Thunes te kunnen steunen in hun missie om voortdurend de sectorreferenties te bepalen en te overtreffen, om zo de toekomst van wereldwijde grensoverschrijdende betalingen opnieuw te definiëren.”

De serie D-fondsenwerving van Thunes benadrukt haar financiële kracht en operationele uitmuntendheid. Het bedrijf zit nu klaar in de startblokken om de standaarden voor wereldwijde grensoverschrijdende betalingen te herdefiniëren, door nieuwe wegen te banen voor groei en innovatie in een snel evoluerend fintech-landschap.

Bij deze transactie trad Proton Partners op als financieel adviseur.