Various analyses suggest that there is no magic formula for achieving profitability. There are only two ways to invest successfully. The first is to be a fortune-teller and the second is to be disciplined. This is the conclusion that emerges from a cold analysis of historical data, and it is borne out by the dailyContinue reading “Discipline or luck, that is the question.”
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Latest Whitepaper: From Hype to reality. Embracing AI in 2023
A new wave of AI-first businesses is flowing into the market, shifting the competitive landscape, and having a profound impact on our daily-life activities. With AI evolving at an unprecedented pace, it is important for businesses to take advantage of this wave of innovation now, as it represents a significant opportunity for organisations to innovate,Continue reading “Latest Whitepaper: From Hype to reality. Embracing AI in 2023”
Axon announces the appointment of Dragos Stefanescu as senior advisor
Axon has appointed Dragos Stefanescu as Senior Advisor to the firm. Dragos brings to Axon’s investment strategies a wealth of experience and knowledge from a long career in technology investing at Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP), one of the world’s largest and most prestigious pension funds. During his time at OTPP, Dragos oversaw a portfolioContinue reading “Axon announces the appointment of Dragos Stefanescu as senior advisor”
Axon appoints five new partners and strengthens its investment division
Axon is strengthening its technology and innovation investment platform with the promotion of four new partners in the investment division and one more in consulting, as well as the reorganisation of the investment division into four business units: direct investment, crossover investment/alternative markets, fund of funds and tech transfer/impact. Growth equity will be led byContinue reading “Axon appoints five new partners and strengthens its investment division”
Axon announces a 5.02% equity stake in leading European high fashion engineering firm, Pattern Group
Axon has announced a 5.02% equity stake in Italy’s Pattern Group, a firm specialising in digital modelling, pattern development, engineering, prototyping and production of high-end items for high-end luxury brands. This is the fourth investment of the Axon ISETEC V fund, which was launched in 2022 to invest in European alternative markets with a ventureContinue reading “Axon announces a 5.02% equity stake in leading European high fashion engineering firm, Pattern Group”
Axon acquires 5.33% of the share capital of Italian-listed ErreDue, a pioneering green energy technology company
Axon, a leading investment and consulting firm focused on identifying and optimising opportunities in technology and innovation, has completed the purchase of a 5.33% equity stake in the Italian company ErreDue, a pioneer in the development, design and production of on-site hydrogen, nitrogen and oxygen generators. Axon acted as the leading investor in the company’sContinue reading “Axon acquires 5.33% of the share capital of Italian-listed ErreDue, a pioneering green energy technology company”
Axon team appointed as Vice-Rapporteurs for ITU-D Study Groups
Axon is delighted to announce that several team members have been appointed as Vice-Rapporteurs for ITU-D Study Groups. ITU-D Study Groups offer a platform for ITU members to share experiences, exchange views and build consensus on appropriate strategies to address ICT development priorities, guiding associated policies, strategies, projects and ICT initiatives in ITU Member States.Continue reading “Axon team appointed as Vice-Rapporteurs for ITU-D Study Groups”
Secure-by-design: Cybersecurity, IoT and the role of regulation
Security in technology is a double-edged sword for consumers and providers. It’s supposed to be a driver for technological progress. But consumers’ lack of confidence in security can make them slow to adopt new technologies. The secure-by-design (SBD) approach seeks to address this issue and to help build a technology ecosystem where consumers can feelContinue reading “Secure-by-design: Cybersecurity, IoT and the role of regulation”
Nanotures receives investment from Axon to boost growth
Nanotures, an innovative Spanish technology company specialising in producing, processing and applying nanostructure materials and advanced composite applications, has received an investment from Axon Partners Group. Nanotures is an R&D company based in Cadiz and founded at the University of Cordoba. The company develops complete solutions for nanomaterials, nanocomposites and composites, including design, prototyping andContinue reading “Nanotures receives investment from Axon to boost growth”
5G Security in Super-Connected Operators
In this report, we assess 5G development that has taken place alongside measures to limit the impact to known cyber threats, notably the architectural principle of security by design. However, that may no longer be enough. The adoption of new network functions and the establishment of a virtualised and independent core network introduce new potentialContinue reading “5G Security in Super-Connected Operators”
Axon has exited the fintech company Billpocket
Mexican financial services platform Billpocket has been recently acquired by Kushki (backed by Softbank) Axon has recently executed an excellent divestment in Billpocket, one of Mexico’s leading card payment processing companies. Online payment processing technology company Kushki has acquired the stake, a recent unicorn owned by Softbank, to accelerate its expansion plan in the country.Continue reading “Axon has exited the fintech company Billpocket”
Axon welcomes new team members
Axon is delighted to report that over the past few weeks it has significantly expanded its Consulting and Investment arms across its global offices. The recent decision to float Axon stock through an IPO has allowed the organisation to take a leap forward and consolidate its global position. One of our priorities is to attractContinue reading “Axon welcomes new team members”
