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New Automation Market Map is published – Software Automation private funding grew by 230% in 2021

New Automation Market Map is published – Software Automation private funding grew by 230% in 2021

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How MariaDB became the world-leading open-source database company

How MariaDB became the world-leading open-source database company

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Announcing LoopMe exit: celebrating the next chapter of a real Ad-Venture

Announcing LoopMe exit: celebrating the next chapter of a real Ad-Venture

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PassFort acquired by Moody’s Corporation

PassFort acquired by Moody’s Corporation

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The Truecaller IPO: nine years of “instant” success

The Truecaller IPO: nine years of “instant” success

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November 10, 2022
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Our new ESG Starter Pack for software startups is out

OpenOcean's new ESG Start Pack for software startups is out! The Starter Pack includes: Our recommended ESG roadmap for software startups, including deep dives on each focus area, main KPIs to track your progress and practical advice to get started. We hope you find it useful!
Nina Gunell
Investment Associate
November 15, 2022
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Launching: State of Quantum 2022 Report

Together with IQM, fellow investors at Lakestar, in association with The Quantum Insider (TQI), we wanted to produce an in-depth report to help investors and decision-makers bridge the gap between the speed and direction of quantum development and what customers are ready and already planning for. 
Ekaterina Almasque
General Partner
October 24, 2022
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3
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Welcome to the OpenOcean team – Naureen Zahid, our new Investor Relations Director

We are thrilled to welcome Naureen Zahid as a new Director in the OpenOcean team, focusing on Investor Relations.

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Quantum hype accusations: the industry hits back

Significant challenges remain, but quantum computing is advancing faster than its classical counterpart.

Computing
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Letter: Quantum computing is where petrol cars were in early 1900s

"Quantum computing today is where combustion-powered automobiles were in the early 1900s. And the stage is set for the next Ford. The gamechanger will be the firm that can bridge the gap between the cutting-edge quantum hardware and the software in development."

Financial Times
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Exclusive Interview With Patrik Backman, General Partner, OpenOcean

Analytics Insight has engaged in an exclusive interview with Patrick Backman, General Partner, OpenOcean.

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