While there is an increase in video consumption and screen time, London-based startup Curio focuses on audio. As we are constantly distracted by smartphone and computer screens, this startup has come up with an experience that lets people get smarter, become more empathetic to those around them, and feel happier. And, this is possible with audio!
Secures €7.6M funding
Curio, the audio content platform that offers a curated library of expert journalism has secured $9M (nearly €7.6M) in Series A funding. This round was led by Earlybird, along with participation from Cherry Ventures, Draper Esprit, and Horizon Ventures. This investment follows the $2M (nearly €1.6M) investment that it previously raised from Cherry Ventures, 500 Startups and private angel investors – bringing the total amount raised to $11M to date.