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Issue #9: Meet Your New Digital Bodyguard

It's time to choose Mine

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Upside Team
December 21, 2023

We’re back! I've missed our vibrant conversations and I’m thrilled to reconnect with you all as we explore exciting new companies in this latest edition of Upside. Today we’re diving into an Israeli cyber security company, along with a few other hidden gems that we think will have significant impacts on our future society.

Spotlight

Take Back What’s Yours, With Mine: Your New Digital Footprint Bodyguard

In an era where online data breaches and privacy concerns are increasingly common, Mine offers a smart data assistant designed to help people discover and manage their online data footprint. Founded in 2019, by Gal Golan, Gal Ringel, and Kobi Nissan the tool allows users to easily identify where their personal information is stored across various online platforms and facilitates the process of reclaiming or managing this data. The tool has amassed over 4 million users, as the demand for cyber security and data privacy becomes ever more important… hence why in just 4 short years they’ve raised $42.5M, most of which was accumulated a few weeks ago through a $30M series B. 

The flow of money into Mine highlights the significance of its potential to revolutionize the way we approach online privacy and data security. For the average internet user, understanding and controlling where personal data resides can be a daunting task. Mine simplifies this process, making digital privacy more accessible to everyone. By enabling users to minimize their online exposure, Mine actively contributes to reducing the risk of data breaches and identity theft. This proactive approach to data management is not just a personal benefit but also has broader implications for online security standards. As more people become aware of and utilize such tools, Mine could drive a significant shift in how online businesses handle user data, potentially leading to a more secure and privacy-conscious digital environment.

Quick Bites

Openinvest receives undisclosed funding from Tayside Group  

OpenInvest is a disruptive financial firm that offers asset and portfolio management, consulting, investment advice, and financial planning. Their goal is to break down barriers, share knowledge and empower everyday people with the tools and connections to top rated investment advisors. Openinvest has quickly attracted the attention of major players like Blackrock, J.P. Morgan Asset Management and Schroders.

Durable cements $14M to build bots and other AI tools for small businesses in service industries

Durable is a startup based out of Vancouver, Canada that has built an AI website creator and number of other AI-powered tools to help small business owners plan, create and run business apps more easily. They have raised $14 million, a Series A that it will be using to continue expanding its platform and customer base.

Prevu secures 6 million in series A funding

New York based Prevu is the owner of a real estate technology platform that aims to help homebuyers save money. The company's digital platform provides a homebuying experience with control, transparency, and savings when purchasing a home, allowing homebuyers to receive a commission rebate of their purchase price with a seamless, end-to-end buying experience and the expert advice of a dedicated salaried agent, allowing customers to save on commission while buying and selling real estate property.

PolicyMap raises 3 million in series A

PolicyMap is a leading data and mapping platform that specializes in providing comprehensive geographic data to a wide range of professionals, from policymakers to academic researchers. By offering easy access to high-quality data and powerful mapping tools, PolicyMap empowers users to make informed decisions, fostering a deeper understanding of communities and driving impactful changes in various sectors across the globe.

Peptris receives 1 million in pre-seed from Speciale Invests

Peptris is at the forefront of revolutionizing the pharmaceutical industry with its cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI)-powered approach to drug discovery. By harnessing the power of AI, Peptris accelerates the development of new, potentially life-saving medications, making a significant impact in the healthcare sector and potentially improving patient outcomes worldwide.

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