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Corporate venture deal for Scottish firm ZiLift takes VC backers to seven

ZiLift has become the latest Aberdeen-based business to secure venture capital backing, this time from the corporate venturing arm of Saudi Aramco.

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WorldStores takes VC fundraising to £21 million through latest Serena Capital-led deal

A Series C round worth £10 million has been secured by WorldStores as part of the online retailer's efforts to grow its supplier network.

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Venture capital-backed Zoopla closes latest acquisition

Online property portal Zoopla has bought VizziHome for an undisclosed amount to bolster its market intelligence offering.

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Irish government sets aside €175 million to invest in fast-growth start-ups through venture capitalists

A new €175 million fund aimed at funding high-growth companies has been set up by the Irish government.

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Iglu.com buys Planet Cruise with help from private equity firm

Online ski and cruise agent Iglu.com has closed its first transaction since the business was packed by private equity firm Growth Capital Partners in May 2012.

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Tech firm which chose AIM over VCs raises £7.6 million

Technology business blur Group has used its AIM status to raise funds for the first time since its October 2012 admission.

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CCM bought by Encore Capital as UK debt management partner

Encore Capital has acquired a majority stake in Cabot Credit Management through a deal worth £128 million.

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Dominion Gas sale sees Graphite Capital hit four exits in 12 months

Graphite Capital has completed its second exit of 2013, with Aberdeen-based Dominion Gas the latest to be jettisoned from the firm's portfolio.

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CCM bought by Encore Capital as UK debt management partner

Encore Capital has acquired a majority stake in Cabot Credit Management through a deal worth £128 million.

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Dominion Gas sale sees Graphite Capital hit four exits in 12 months

Graphite Capital has completed its second exit of 2013, with Aberdeen-based Dominion Gas the latest to be jettisoned from the firm's portfolio.

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Accel Partners continues with commitment to London by leading Qriously’s latest funding round

Contributions from Spark Capital and Accel Partners are part of a $3.5 million (£2.3 million) investment which is set to fuel the expansion of Qriously's US and European footprint.

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Private equity backing in Europe fuelling patent application growth

Businesses which choose to be funded through a private equity route are more likely to secure foreign investment, the European Private Equity & Venture Capital Association says.

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Business Growth Fund taps into growing Aberdeen-based oil and gas software scene

The Business Growth Fund has upped its activity in Scotland and has now invested £24.1 million into the region.

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Non-executive directors valued

Non-executive directors are still bringing value to a company, but could do more, new research shows.

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