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Growl is developing a wall-mounted connected boxing bag that projects coaches and workout metrics while tracking punches and posture with cameras, sensors, and accelerometers. The Austin- and Paris-based startup plans to offer gamified boxing alongside yoga, Pilates, and strength classes, with preorders expected to open in April 2025 and first deliveries a year later. The device is slated to cost about $4,500, with a content subscription, and Growl has raised $4.75 million in seed funding.

Dec 2024 · TechCrunchNews article

French startup Storio installs and manages battery storage for commercial and industrial sites with solar panels. It partners with battery suppliers and civil engineering companies, then uses its software to remotely optimize energy storage and release, including charging from the grid during off-peak hours and supplying power for grid stabilization. Storio says customers share profits with the company and estimates installations can deliver a return on investment in five or six years.

Oct 2024 · TechCrunchNews article

French startup Kelvin uses computer vision and machine learning to help companies assess homes’ energy efficiency. Its software analyzes satellite imagery and photos and videos gathered through a remote inspection tool, detecting features such as radiators, doors, boilers, and ventilation units; early assessments are accurate within 5% of traditional assessments. Kelvin has raised €4.7 million, with Racine² leading the round and Bpifrance providing a non-dilutive investment.

Jun 2024 · TechCrunchNews article

French startup Naboo operates a marketplace that helps companies plan team seminars, combining venue bookings with catering, activities and transportation. The company recently raises $8 million (€7.5 million) and works with 2,500 venues and 500 partners; clients include Carrefour, Saint-Gobain, Orange and Renault. Naboo is developing an AI browsing feature that matches requests to venues using criteria such as bedroom count, travel time and amenities.

Feb 2024 · TechCrunchNews article