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Jason Kelce, former American soccer champion and celebrated podcaster, has found a new path off the field. Today, he is proudly investing in the growth of Ole Smoky Moonshine, an up-and-coming spirits brand.

PayFit, a company specializing in payroll management, has just been ranked number one among Paris's most innovative companies by British magazine Techround.

Evoriel (ex-Nexity ADB), a company specializing in services for homeowners, has just unveiled Impact, its new identity dedicated to energy renovation. This new initiative responds to the challenges posed by the French Climate Energy and Climate and Resilience Acts.

Chrono24 has established itself as an absolute benchmark in luxury watch sales. This was not lost on Monegasque Formula 1 icon Charles Leclerc.

The online platform for the sale of second-hand goods expands its offer by integrating a new category dedicated to electronic devices.

Back Market, a company present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, is taking this opportunity to celebrate a decade of refurbished technology, while highlighting the necessary restoration of this Parisian monument.

Clario, world leader in remote data collection technologies for clinical trials, continues to make its mark on the pharmaceutical sector with its decentralized and hybrid solutions.

Aily Labs, pioneer of an AI-powered business intelligence application for global enterprises, has just announced the rollout of the Aily Agent, the latest innovative feature now available via the Aily Labs mobile app.

The global market for "Satellites-as-a-Service" (SataaS) is expected to reach $15.2 billion by 2033.

Air India, the Indian airline, has selected IBS Software, the world leader in SaaS solutions for the travel industry, to digitally transform its air freight operations.

HawkEye, world leader in defense technology for radio frequency (RF) data and analysis, is present in the Millesime Altaroc Odyssey 2021.

According to HTF Market Intelligence, the childcare market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.1% to 2030. Cadence Education, a company featured in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, is one of the main players.

To meet strong customer demand, Butternut Box, a company featured in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, is building a new facility in Poland to produce fresh, healthy meals for dogs.

For the first time, the size of the global antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) market exceeded $10 billion last year, reaching an estimated $11.29 billion, according to Grand View Research. This trend is set to continue in the years ahead, with an estimated value of nearly $30 billion by 2028, according to market intelligence firm Evaluate.

The partnership between IRIS and PAGS will enable English schools to access special needs for children with neurological problems.

IRIS Software, a company featured in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2022, has announced the integration of Amazon Business into its IRIS Financials purchasing system. This integration will enable over 5,000 UK schools to purchase supplies directly from Amazon Business via their IRIS Financials system, removing many time-consuming manual steps.

The Visma Group achieved 2.54 billion euros in ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue) in the second quarter of 2024. Positive momentum continues with expansion into new markets and profitable growth.

Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2023, the Visma Group has announced its first investment in Italy, with the purchase of the Fiscozen company.

Visma, one of Europe's leading cloud software providers, has just acquired the digital learning platform most widely used in Danish elementary school.

team.blue, the company founded by Jonas Dhaenens in Belgium, is heading for a valuation of almost five billion dollars.

Australian patients can now access AI-driven technology from Israeli company AIVF as part of their fertility journey.

Adaptive Shield, a company featured in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, and Deloitte are teaming up to help organizations establish a robust SaaS security posture and prevent the data theft that thrives with the adoption of cloud-based services.

While Back Market and Bouygues Telecom announced a partnership a month ago, since July 11 the two players have been offering 2 new, even more affordable telephone packages.

The technology and eco-responsible farms company was ranked 5th out of 500 companies for its $160 million fundraising drive in 2023.

Biofourmis has just signed a strategic partnership agreement with GE HealthCare. The aim is to improve continuity of care after hospitalization by offering complete solutions for the home.

Rodenstock, the German ophthalmic lens manufacturer, has just been awarded a double label: the Engagé RSE label (confirmed level), and the Responsability Europe label issued by AFNOR (a French organization playing a key role in the development and dissemination of technical standards).

corpuls, a leading medical technology company present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, stands out for its commitment to innovation and patient safety. Founded with a vision focused on life, the company has rapidly positioned itself as a pioneer in the development of advanced solutions for emergency care and pre-hospital medicine.

Spendesk and EcoVadis have joined the prestigious French Tech Next 40 ranking, which lists the 40 most successful French companies and future leaders of international standing. They both feature in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021.

Overjet has shown itself to be the world leader in dental AI with the largest fundraising in the sector.

By acquiring the Champion brand, Authentic Brands Group confirms its desire to expand its portfolio of sports brands.

Starting this year, Mars and Unreasonable Group will be working with 15 fast-growing companies on five continents supporting sustainability and the Net Zero by 2050 goal. Among the companies selected is 80 Acres Farms, also featured in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021.

Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2022, IRIS Software, a global provider of accounting and payroll software solutions, has announced the acquisition of Swipeclock, a US technology leader specializing in workforce management solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. With its WorkforceHub and ApplicantStack cloud platforms, Swipeclock joins IRIS' product portfolio, accelerating innovation and expanding IRIS' integrated Human Capital Management (HCM) offering.

Visma, the European leader in cloud software, unveils solid growth figures for Q1 2024, with a gain of 150,000 new customers and eight completed acquisitions, and now relies on record annual recurring sales of 2.4 billion euros.

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Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2022, MiQ positions itself as a world leader in advertising campaign optimization, working closely with marketers and communications agencies.

Unlearn, a pioneering artificial intelligence company focused on creating digital twins* of clinical trial participants, has just announced another crucial milestone in its journey with a $50 million Series C funding round. Led by Altimeter Capital and with the participation of existing investors such as Radical Ventures, Wittington Ventures, Mubadala Capital, Epic Ventures and Necessary Venture Capital, this new round of funding propels Unlearn to new heights in its mission to radically transform clinical research through AI.

Spendesk, the European leader in enterprise expense management, has just finalized the acquisition of Okko, a French company specializing in purchasing management. This merger positions Spendesk as the first European solution to fully integrate purchasing and expense management for SMEs and ETIs.

Vitaprotech, a leading player in the field of electronic security solutions in Europe and present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, has just confirmed the signing of a landmark share and asset purchase agreement with Identiv (Nasdaq: INVE), valued at $145 million. This strategic transaction propels Vitaprotech to the position of world leader in cybersecurity solutions for professional, sensitive and government sites.

Opteven, European leader in mechanical breakdown cover, is opening a site in Le Puy-en-Velay with a telephone assistance platform. 100 employees will be recruited on permanent contracts, with no evening or weekend work. With sales of €278 million by 2022, Opteven has 850 employees in 5 European countries. A promising development.

HG Capital and General Atlantic stand out in the PEI 300 institutional ranking for their impressive fundraising. HG Capital, which specializes in financing software publishers, has raised over $51 billion since January 2018. For its part, General Atlantic, the world leader in Growth Equity, has raised $48.6 billion in 5 years.

Founded in 2017, Afresh's solution uses artificial intelligence to reduce food waste. It has already saved 3.5M kg of waste and 140M gallons of water. On average, stores are seeing a 25% drop in food waste and a nearly 4% increase in sales.

Bentley will launch its first electric car with Mobileye's autonomous driving technology in 2026. Thanks to the SuperVision system, equipped with 11 cameras, the vehicle will be able to evolve in partially autonomous mode, then become fully autonomous with updates. A cutting-edge collaboration for the future of driving.

Bubble launches the "Bubble Developer Awards 2023" to reward the talents of its community. Three categories are open for entries until June 24: Bubble Mentor, Trailblazer and Community Champion.

French unicorn Spendesk, featured in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, is one of the 50 FinTech50 companies for 2023. Specializing in SaaS software for expense management, it operates in France, the USA and Germany. With over 3,000 customers and 70,000 users, Spendesk has processed over €10 billion in expenses.

Vinted, 4th e-commerce site in France in Q3 2023 with 4.6M unique visitors per day and 16M per month, ahead of Leclerc and Cdiscount. Featured in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, the second-hand platform is behind Amazon, Le Bon Coin and Booking.com. Confirmed growth since 01/07/2021

In early 2022, Apax Partners merged Herjavec Group and Fishtech Group to form a cybersecurity giant, Cyderes, ranked No. 1 worldwide by Cyber Defense Magazine. With 6 operations centers and a large team, Cyderes offers solutions to optimize risk management and ensure compliance. This merger combines Fishtech's expertise in MDR and Herjavec's in SIEM.

Back Market has avoided releasing 1 million tonnes of CO2 into the atmosphere thanks to its appliance recycling. The French unicorn stresses that this figure excludes games consoles, based on the ADEME study. With 480 employees, Back Market has been operating in 13 countries since its creation in 2014.

With the proliferation of debris and the growing number of satellites in orbit, space surveillance is becoming crucial to avoid collisions. Leolabs has inaugurated its 11th radar station in the Azores, providing essential coverage in Europe. The company's customers include the US Army and Starlink. Space remains a major security issue.

Wardah Inam, CEO of Overjet, joins the top 5 of Incisal Edge's ranking, rewarding influential figures in dentistry. Founded in 2017 at Harvard Innovation Labs, Overjet combines AI and dentistry. With a multidisciplinary team, they are developing precision dental AI to support dentists. Objective: to facilitate quality dental care.

Databricks, the American unicorn specializing in data storage and analysis using artificial intelligence technologies, acquires MosaicML for $1.3 billion. Founded 3 years ago, MosaicML offers generative AI models for industrial companies. With a valuation in excess of $38 billion, Databricks is enjoying strong growth and is making a number of strategic acquisitions.

Mobileye, valued at $17 billion, is teaming up with Polestar to integrate its autonomous driving technology into the future Polestar 4 SUV in 2024. With its "Driver on Board" system, Mobileye promises autonomous driving on freeways and in other environments. A major breakthrough in the automotive sector.

Qonto strengthens its position by acquiring Penta, its German competitor, to become a major player with 900 employees and 300,000 customers. In particular, this operation strengthens Qonto's presence in Germany, a complex market. No redundancies are planned, and the company aims to have 2,000 employees by 2025, while concentrating on its 4 key markets.

Proparco invests $10 million in a green bond to finance Sun King in Africa. Symbiotics managed the financing for this growing initiative. Together, they seek to improve access to solar energy in Africa, where millions of people still lack electricity.

Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, Ole Smoky Distillery has seen its sales grow by 160% over 3 years, enabling it to enter the Inc.5000 ranking for the 4th year running. Robert Hall, CEO, is proud of this achievement and emphasizes the importance of the team, innovation and customer loyalty. Ole Smoky diversifies with Tanteo Tequila.

The merged Herjavec and Fishtech group offers a wide range of IT security services, with over 600 professionals in 6 global centers. This union will provide cutting-edge expertise in security and cloud, strengthening the competitive position in the industry.

Back Market, present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, obtains B Corp certification rewarding social and environmental performance. This will reinforce its expansion in the United States, with an office in New York. A key step for this French unicorn, already well established across the Atlantic.

Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, Incode achieved sales in excess of 31 million euros in 2022, up 154% on 2021. Thanks to its advanced algorithms and expertise in biometrics, Incode simplifies and secures identification, reinforcing digital trust and protecting against threats.

Gamma Technologies announces a partnership with Hopium for its Machina hydrogen-powered sedan, on show in October 2022. Gamma's simulation platform is used to optimize vehicle operation. The software provides a library of components for modeling test data. A promising partnership for the future of the automobile.

CommerceIQ has doubled its revenues by 2022, and doubled its customer base and workforce, with 100% growth. The Californian unicorn strengthened its presence in the US, UK and India, made key acquisitions and launched new products. A successful year for the company.

Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has targeted sales of over one billion euros in 2022, an increase of 58% compared to 2021. With a portfolio of over 50 renowned brands, ABG stands out for its rapid growth and strategic approach focused on long-term value creation.

Intel subsidiary Mobileye, a specialist in driver assistance systems, has teamed up with Porsche to integrate the "Navigate-on-Pilot" function into its luxury vehicles. Thanks to 11 cameras, these cars will be able to navigate, change lanes and overtake automatically. Valued at $17 billion, Mobileye reported sales of $565 million in Q4 2021.

Beewise, a company featured in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, has just been included in the "CB Insights AI 100" 2023 Agriculture ranking. With Beehome, the world's first autonomous beehive, Beewise reduces bee mortality by 80%.

Deloitte's Karine Szegedi predicts massive growth in the pre-owned luxury watch market, thanks to generations Y and Z. With potential sales of 35 billion Swiss francs by 2030, an increase of 75%, this market will soon represent a significant share of the overall watch sector. Key players, such as Chrono24, will contribute to its growth.

In October 2022, French Tech announced a "Sobriety Commitment" bringing together commitments for a more responsible digital ecosystem. Following on from the Green20 program, this initiative aims to position French Tech as a leader in the ecological transition.Altaroc Odyssey 2021 companies Qonto and Ecovadis are among the first signatories.

Sierra Space, present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, has been successfully growing vegetables in Earth orbit since 2014. Thanks to an innovative system, the team will soon be harvesting its first salad in space. A major advance in defying gravity and the lack of fertile soil.

Dstny acquires German cloud specialist Easybell, strengthening its presence in Germany. With around 2,000 partners, Easybell offers a solid digital approach. This strategic acquisition enables Dstny to consolidate its position in the European market and integrate top-level talent. A key step in the company's growth.

Access Group, via its subsidiary Access Construction, wins "Company of the Year 2023" and "ERP Solution of the Year 2023" at the Construction Computing Awards 2022. With its broad portfolio of solutions, the company is also named "UK Tech Company of the Year" at the UK Tech Awards 2023.

The 80 Acres Farms plant, a pioneer in sustainable agriculture, meets the growing demand for fresh local produce. Using innovative methods, it produces 300 times more than traditional agriculture on a similar surface area, while reducing water consumption and waste. An investment that creates 150 jobs.

80 Acres Farms collaborates with Siemens to integrate technological innovations. 80 Acres vertical farms run on 100% renewable energy and use 97% less water. After 5 sites in Ohio, new farms will open in Kentucky and Georgia, with R&D centers planned in Arkansas and the Netherlands.

Payfit and Pennylane join forces to automate the transfer of payroll journal entries to accounting. The aim of this collaboration is to simplify management for French entrepreneurs and SMEs, by eliminating time-consuming and error-prone tasks. This integration promises to improve the day-to-day lives of users and facilitate the management of their businesses.

Vinted, 4th most visited e-commerce site in France in the 1st half of 2023 according to FEVAD, after Amazon, Le Bon Coin and Cdiscount, but ahead of Booking.com. Nearly 47.8 million web users visited the Top 20 sites each month.

Cloud data storage specialist Vast Data raises $118 million, valuing the company at $9.1 billion. Its co-founder stresses the importance of high-quality data for AI. With customers such as Pixar and Verizon, Vast Data expects to triple its sales by 2023.

Sierra Space and Blue Origin join forces to create the Orbital Reef space station, opening up new prospects for research and space tourism. Dream Chaser, developed by Sierra Space, will provide transport to low-Earth orbit. Orbital Reef is expected to accommodate a crew of at least eight, boosting economic development in space.

Visma reports sales growth of 17% in Q4 2023, reaching 651 million euros. With 1.7 million customers, the company, valued at 19 billion euros, achieved sales of 2.4 billion euros in 2023. The European leader in cloud software acquired Chaintrust, with co-investment fromAltaroc.

o9 Solutions, an AI software platform provider, is once again ranked among America's 5000 fastest-growing private companies. With 330% sales growth between 2018 and 2021, the company is launching a suite of solutions for tracking sustainability and the environmental and social impact of supply chains.

Lutech, the Italian IT consulting company, is to acquire Atos Italia to become a leader in digital transformation. With 6 business sectors and 1,600 employees, Atos Italia is well known on the Italian market. This strategic transaction for Apax, owner of Lutech since 2021, will strengthen their position in a constantly evolving market.

EcoVadis raises $500 million with Astorg and BeyondNetZero. Altaroc Odyssey 2021 joins the company via General Atlantic 2021. Founded in 2007, EcoVadis offers a SaaS tool for evaluating the CSR footprint of suppliers. The fundraising will support the company's global growth, with over 95,000 customers, particularly in Asia, through targeted acquisitions.

Vitaprotech, specialist in security for sensitive sites, acquires Neo InSys in Montigny-le-Bretonneux. Present at the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, Vitaprotech designs solutions for industry and nuclear power plants. With over 400 employees in France and abroad, this acquisition strengthens Vitaprotech's position in Europe.

Mobileye, an Israeli company present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, has teamed up with Valeo to integrate its high-definition radar technology. The radar, with a range of 300 meters, accurately detects pedestrians, vehicles and obstacles. Mobileye also equips 110,000 ZEEKR 01 vehicles with its SuperVision technology for autonomous driving at speeds of up to 130 km/h.

In Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, Authentic Brands Group acquires Boardriders, valuing the company at $29 billion. The group adds Quiksilver, Roxy and DC Shoes to its portfolio of renowned brands. This acquisition promises growth potential in e-commerce and retail on a global scale. Authentic Brands Group is showing significant growth, doubling its sales by 2022.

Databricks and Gusto join the Forbes Cloud 100 2023 ranking. Databricks, 2nd, offers an AI platform valued at $38 billion. Gusto, 26th, offers an HR solution for SMEs, valued at $9.5 billion. The jury is headed by CEOs of cloud companies. A success story for these IT companies.

The dermal filler market is expected to grow by an average of 7.5% between 2023 and 2033, from $5 billion in 2021 to $6.7 billion by 2031. Vivacy, a Rhône-Alpes-based company founded by Waldemar Kita, is a world leader in this field, with sales exceeding 64 million euros in 2022.

In an innovative project, Idoven and AstraZeneca are working together to improve early diagnosis of cardiovascular disease using artificial intelligence. The aim of this partnership is to identify patients at risk of heart failure in a matter of minutes, thereby facilitating appropriate remote monitoring. A major step forward in the fight against these diseases.

The process of commissioning the Vineyard Wind 1 offshore wind farm in the USA has begun, with a capacity of 806 MW. The $3 billion investment will power more than 400,000 homes and reduce CO2 emissions. Each turbine, the largest in the western world, will play a major role in the energy transition.

Operator T-Mobile gains 760,000 subscribers in the USA in Q2 2023 thanks to its low-price plans and 5G services. With a churn rate of 0.77%, it outperforms AT&T and Verizon. Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, the company posts sales of $19.20 billion.

Vegamour, featured in Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, designs natural, high-performance hair care products. Its plant-based ingredients are tested and free from hazardous chemicals. The British brand favors sustainable sourcing and collaborates with communities to create quality products that respect nature.

Carbon project company Sylvera raises €50.6 million in 2021. Founded in 2020 and based in London, it offers an environmental analysis platform. Sylvera helps companies achieve carbon neutrality by providing detailed reports. This new round of funding supports its expansion in the United States.

Based in Stockholm, Cary Group is a European leader in automotive glass repair. With sales of 360 million euros by 2022, it is acquiring J Huggins and Son, a major player in the UK. The merger is designed to strengthen their position in the UK market and set new standards for quality and service.

Payfit announces a partnership with KPMG to automate payroll management for very small businesses. This offer includes support from KMPG consultants on various HR topics. At the same time, the unicorn is setting up union bodies, a rare practice in French Tech. An evolution towards a more mature and balanced model is underway.

Sierra Space, a subsidiary of Sierra Nevada Corporation, closes a $290 million fundraising round, adding to the $1.7 billion already raised since its creation in 2021.

A pioneer in ESG and valued at $1.1 billion, Choco is voted Start-up of the Year 2023. The platform aims to reduce global food waste by facilitating orders between restaurateurs and suppliers. Its innovative application saves an average of 1.27 kg of waste per week, while improving kitchen efficiency.

Sun King, a major player in solar energy, acquires PayGo Energy to promote clean cooking appliances in disadvantaged regions. The transition to clean cooking offers significant benefits: reduced carbon emissions, improved health and gender equality. Polluting cooking fuels cause 3.2 million premature deaths a year.

Sierra Space partners with Redwire to facilitate pharmaceutical research in space. Redwire will develop biotechnology facilities for Sierra Space's LIFE space platform, accelerating drug production. These advances promise more efficient and sustainable versions. Deliveries scheduled for Q4. Space microgravity projects attract many companies.

Chess.com, leader in online chess games, joins the top 100 most influential companies in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021. With over 140 million members and 57 million monthly active users, Chess.com ranks 114th among the most visited websites.

Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, Marlink signs a new multi-year agreement with Eutelsat to benefit from extended satellite capacity. As the world's leading operator of satellite communications for the navy, Marlink will benefit from extended navigation areas. Markets for maritime broadband connectivity are booming.

Present in the Vintage Altaroc Odyssey 2021, Infraneo, recently acquired by Seven2, announces the acquisition of Technipipe. Specializing in services for pipeline operators, Technipipe strengthens Infraneo's expertise in the energy sector. This operation marks the external growth of the French engineering group, which specializes in soil and structural engineering.

Marlink strengthens its position with the acquisition of HRS in Greece, meeting the needs of shipowners. It contributes to the fight against plastic pollution by equipping the "Plastic Odyssey " expedition. Marlink also integrates SpaceX's Starlink service to expand its maritime connectivity offer. A key step forward for the market leader.

80 Acres Farms inaugurates its largest vertical farm at 18,500m2 in Florence, Kentucky, representing an investment of $95 million. This installation, the company's 9th, is 3 times larger than the previous one, offering healthy, sustainable food delivered in a single day. A technological breakthrough for the agriculture of the future.

European companies backed by Private Equity funds achieve average annual growth of 7%, twice as high as those backed by Private Equity. Gain.pro highlights opportunities in the Technology, Media, Telecommunications, Financial Services, Science, Healthcare, Industry, Materials and Energy sectors. European investors must therefore remain vigilant in their quest for growth.

Marlink has received certification from Bureau Veritas for its XChange platform, essential for managing onboard data and strengthening ship cybersecurity in the face of growing cyberthreats. The management and protection solutions offered by Marlink meet the needs of shipowners in an ever-changing digital environment.

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