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Firsty

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Firsty is a telecommunications company based in Amsterdam, specializing in providing global mobile internet solutions through its eSIM app. The company offers a freemium service that allows travelers to access mobile data without unexpected costs, with options for both free and premium high-speed connectivity. Firsty aims to simplify the mobile experience for travelers and expats by ensuring seamless access to data across borders, utilizing a network of regional telecom providers for optimal connectivity.

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Firsty - Latest News and Updates

• In November 2024, Firsty secured 5.1 million euros in a seed round led by Speedinvest, with participation from the Dutch Founders Fund and industry leaders like Marcel Smits, former CFO of KPN, to support its mission of providing free mobile internet access worldwide.
• Firsty raised €5.1 million in a funding round led by Speedinvest and announced a global partnership with Uber.
• Firsty raised 5.1 million euros to offer cheap or free mobile surfing in 160 countries.
• Firsty raised 5.1 million euros in an oversubscribed funding round led by Speedinvest, with participation from Dutch Founders Fund, Booking.com, Uber, Vodafone, Adyen, and Marcel Smits (former CFO of KPN).
• Firsty announced a partnership with Uber at Web Summit 2024, allowing users to book Uber rides worldwide without data charges.

• Firsty has launched a new onboarding flow to recommend personalized data plans based on user preferences.
• Francesco Coppola has joined Firsty as a Flutter Senior Developer in the Netherlands, previously working as a Flutter Developer at CityLegends.

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