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OptiSigns anuncia su expansión Europea

OptiSigns ha abierto una nueva oficina en Munich, Alemania y ha añadido liderazgo clave para apoyar mejor a los clientes de la UE OptiSigns es una empresa líder en señalización digital en Norteamérica, con más de 30.500 clientes en 121 … Read the full press release

OptiSigns annonce son expansion européenne

OptiSigns a ouvert un nouveau bureau à Munich, en Allemagne, et a recruté des dirigeants clés pour mieux soutenir les clients de l’UE OptiSigns est la principale entreprise de signalisation numérique en Amérique du Nord, avec plus de 30 500 … Read the full press release

OptiSigns kündigt europäische Expansion an

OptiSigns hat ein neues Büro in München, Deutschland eröffnet und Führungskräfte hinzugefügt, um EU-Kunden besser zu unterstützen OptiSigns ist das führende Digital-Signage-Unternehmen in Nordamerika mit über 30.500 Kunden in 121 Ländern, die ihre Hardware und Software zur Anzeige von Beschilderungen … Read the full press release

OptiSigns Announces European Expansion

OptiSigns has opened a new office in Munich, Germany and added key leadership to better support EU customers OptiSigns is the leading digital signage company in North America, with over 30,500 customers in 121 countries using their hardware and software … Read the full press release

KfW Report Highlights Use of Patents and Trademarks as Collateral in SMEs, With Potential for Growth in Germany

  (IN BRIEF) A moderate percentage of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany own patents or trademark rights, with 9% holding trademarks and 3% owning patents. Patents are more common in larger, R&D-focused, or internationally operating companies, while trademarks … Read the full press release

KfW Research: SMEs in Germany Spend EUR 61 Billion Annually on Legal Compliance and Administrative Costs

(IN BRIEF) A KfW Research survey has revealed that SMEs in Germany are spending an average of 32 hours per month to comply with legal requirements, costing the economy EUR 61 billion annually. The survey also highlighted expectations for wage … Read the full press release

KfW Survey: SMEs in Germany Spend 32 Hours per Month on Legal Compliance, Costing EUR 61 Billion Annually

(IN BRIEF) A recent KfW survey reveals that SMEs in Germany spend, on average, 32 hours per month complying with legal requirements, costing the economy EUR 61 billion annually. This significant time investment is particularly challenging for sole traders and … Read the full press release

EIF Joins Forces with Alfa Framtak to Launch First-Ever Private Equity Fund Commitment in Iceland

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has made its first-ever private equity fund investment in Iceland, committing €30 million to Alfa Framtak’s AF3 fund under the European Commission’s InvestEU programme. With a total first close of €145 million, AF3 … Read the full press release

EIF and Enisa Forge €40 Million Guarantee to Propel Innovation and SME Growth in Spain

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) and Empresa Nacional de Innovación (Enisa) have entered into a guarantee agreement worth up to €40 million to help innovative Spanish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups access vital finance. This partnership, … Read the full press release

DHL and Temu Strengthen Partnership to Boost SME Growth Across Europe and Beyond

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has signed an MoU with e-commerce marketplace Temu to deepen their partnership and support local SMEs in both established markets and growth regions such as Eastern Europe and the Middle East. By harnessing DHL’s global logistics … Read the full press release

EIB Group Invests €90M to Unlock €185M for Sustainable Housing in Spain, Bolstering Green Finance and EU Market Integration

(IN BRIEF) The EIB Group, comprising the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF), has invested over €90 million in a synthetic securitisation operation with BBVA, aimed at financing sustainable housing projects in Spain. Backed by InvestEU, … Read the full press release

Banking Alliance Paves the Way for a Robust EU Clean Energy Future

(IN BRIEF) NORD/LB and the EIB have launched a significant financing partnership to boost the transition to clean energy within the European Union. The collaboration will fund new small and medium-sized renewable energy projects, with targeted investments in photovoltaic systems, … Read the full press release

Global Challenge Ignites Circular Economy Innovation: Santander, Norrsken & Oxentia Empower Startups and Scaleups

(IN BRIEF) Banco Santander has launched the Santander X Global Challenge | Circular Economy Revolution in partnership with the Norrsken and Oxentia foundations, targeting startups and scaleups from 11 countries. The challenge invites companies that are focused on enhancing the … Read the full press release

Vodafone Empowers SMEs with 24/7 Cyber Protection at New Düsseldorf Center

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has launched a new Cyber Security Center in Düsseldorf to provide 24/7 protection and support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany, addressing the unique cybersecurity challenges they face. Initially starting with 20 experts, the center … Read the full press release

EIF Pledges €70 Million to Boost Nordic Green Financing with Nefco Partnership

(IN BRIEF) On 26 March 2025, the European Investment Fund (EIF) pledged €70 million to the Nordic Environment Finance Corporation (Nefco) under the InvestEU programme, marking a significant step in financing sustainable growth across the Nordic region. The guarantee will … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech Unveils Comprehensive Cybersecurity Suite for Small Businesses

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech has launched a new cybersecurity service in Spain called “Tu Empresa Segura Lite,” aimed at self-employed professionals and micro-enterprises. The service provides advanced protection for devices and data, including defenses against viruses, ransomware, Trojans, and insecure … Read the full press release

Rise Point Capital: Co-investing with Independent Sponsors to Unlock International Investment Opportunities

(IN BRIEF) Rise Point Capital is an Amsterdam-based private equity firm founded in 2025 by Sergio van Luijk and Ramon Keijsers. The firm’s strategy centers on partnering with Independent Sponsors (ISPs) across Europe and North America to uncover overlooked investment … Read the full press release

Bulgaria’s Postbank Secures €75 Million EIB Guarantee to Bolster Mid-Sized Business Lending

(IN BRIEF) Bulgaria-based Postbank, a subsidiary of Eurobank Group, has secured a €75 million guarantee from the European Investment Bank to facilitate up to €150 million in additional loans for mid-sized companies. This risk-sharing agreement offers preferential financing terms, such … Read the full press release

EIB Group Bolsters Croatian Business Financing with €132 Million Guarantee Package

(IN BRIEF) The EIB Group has provided a €132 million guarantee package to Croatia-based Erste&Steiermärkische Bank d.d. to expand its lending to Croatian Mid-Caps, micro-entrepreneurs, and social enterprises. The package includes a €100 million guarantee from the EIB and €32 … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank and Commission Launch Pioneering Gender Finance Lab to Boost Funding for Women Entrepreneurs

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank and the European Commission have launched the first-ever Gender Finance Lab for commercial banks under the InvestEU Advisory Hub, aiming to enhance financial access for women-led and women-owned SMEs across Europe. This innovative masterclass … Read the full press release