daphni ESG recap Hi folks, The last few weeks have been packed with ESG announcements regarding daphni, and we thought it would be a good idea to do a quick recap for you (in case you missed one, or two of them). If you didn’t know, March was the B Corp month. An opportunity for the global community of over 8,000 B Corps to join together and celebrate everything it means to be a B Corp. Of course, that wasn’t the only reason for all these announcements, but we’re always proud to be part of this big family since being certified B Corp back in 2022.  Let’s get bac ..read more

Big news in da house! We hope you folks are ready, cause we don’t have just 1 but 2 big announcements this week! Da family is expanding VERY quickly with the arrival of Dema.ai and Airthium to our portfolio Decarbonizing global industry? This is the big challenge that Andrei Klochko and Franck Lahaye took up with Airthium in 2016. Thanks to a revolutionary heat pump capable of heating between 150°C and 500°C, using existing heat and therefore consuming less energy.  It’s not magic, it’s just super-smart! A disruptive innovation, based on the Stirling engine, that d ..read more

Social and environmental impact is becoming the norm Hi folks, You knew about the CAC40 index that highlights the largest stock market valuations. The French Tech Next40/120 that support the best of French startups. Today, it’s the IMPACT 40/120 index that is making its entrance Developed by the Mouvement Impact France, of which daphni has been a part for a year, the goal is to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable world. Why did daphni decide to join this movement? We asked Damien Didier, our Head of Sustainability at daphni: “We joined the Impact Fran ..read more

Welcome Kolet in da family Drumroll, please! Kolet just closed a €5M seed round, to revolutionize Internet access worldwide, and most of all, make it affordable. Travelers, we’re talking to you!  Who hasn’t been afraid of overcharging their Internet bill package while exploring the world? No more risk from now! With Kolet, enjoy Internet access in over 130 countries at competitive price, all with just one eSIM. Bringing back equality in internet accessibility worldwide while also paving the way for a more sustainable future (by reducing the environmental impact of billions of phy ..read more

Unveiling Rainbow... Big news daphni is introducing Rainbow, our brand-new endowment fund! This new step is not just a mere extension of our work; it’s a promise to continue spreading hope, joy, and positive change. With the launch of Rainbow, we aim to structure and amplify our collective impact in the most colorful and impactful way possible. But why Rainbow, you may ask? Because, just like the vibrant spectrum of colors in a rainbow, it symbolizes diversity, unity, and the beauty that arises when we all come together for a common cause. The first fundraisi ..read more

Dastore, almost 2 years! In 2022, daphni & Carrefour joined forces to support the next generation of impact driven entrepreneurs to build the Future of Commerce. After 2 exciting years, we are super proud to back 13 companies across the world (USA, Sweden, UK, Germany & France) in various verticals: Supply Chain Optimization, Energy Storage, Carbon Accounting, Circular Economy, Customer Relationship Management, New Consumer Habits and Content Marketing. By combining daphni’s VC track record with Carrefour’s assets and retail experienc ..read more

Animaj : When AI meets entertainment Hi folks, Ever wondered about the common thread between Nestor and Animaj? They’re not just businesses; they’re integral parts of our everyday lives. Meet Sixte de Vauplane, a serial entrepreneur on a mission to launch businesses that stand the test of time, leaving a lasting impact on people’s lives. Picture this: it all began during Sixte’s college years. Between the second and third year at Centrale, the entrepreneurial bug bit him hard. In 2015, Sixte, along with his visionary partners Benoît and Joseph, co-founded Nestor finally acquired by Elior Gro ..read more

Underdog opens its first store in Nantes Hi folks, In a world where 25 million home appliances meet a tragic end each year in France, Claire Bretton, Léa de Fierkowsky and Laura Chavigny decided to act for good! Underdog is born. Picture this: an old warehouse in Nantes, where appliances get a second life. It has become the HQ of this dream team. Washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, fridges, freezers, wine cellars, ovens… So many appliances destined to be thrown away, are finally diagnosed, repaired and tested by professionals with 20 years of ..read more

Wanna listen to a rockstar? Hi folks, New year, new resolutions! For us at daphni, the start of this new year marks the launch of our very first English podcast episode To kick off this new series, Joy Howard took the mic – and god knows she’s used to it as she was a real rock star in her previous life Alongside two new co-hosts, Olivia Mark and Roxanne Crossley, both partners at daphni, let’s deep dive into Joy’s journey! So how does starting out in a rock band lead to becoming VP Marketing in larges ventures such as Johnson & Johnson, Coca Cola, Converse All S ..read more

The Future is Community-Powered Hi folks, At daphni, we’re not just about venture-capital; we’re also about community. Our VC-as-a-Platform model thrives on the collective brilliance of the Daphnipolis, our 350-strong members composed of entrepreneurs, investors and experts. Why? Because we believe in the transformative power of collaboration and knowledge exchange. In our ongoing mission to find the next big innovations, we’ve supported community-focused disruptors like Hubcycle, Geev, Back Market or Shine. Today, we look at the DNA of successful community models, and ..read more