The United Internet-backed communication and productivity software developer has added $24.9m to its coffers in order to increase recruitment.

The surgical model developer, based on research at German Sport University College and University Hospital of Cologne, will use the cash to enter North American and Asian markets.

Microsoft has joined Madrona Venture Group, Notion Capital and Vertex Ventures to launch a contest for early-stage AI startups called Innovate.AI with a total prize pot of $3.5m.

The Rocket Internet and Vorwerk-backed meal kit subscription service has confirmed it is seeking $295m to $355m in proceeds from a Frankfurt Stock Exchange flotation.

Verve, The Universal Music-backed marketing service formerly known as StreetTeam, will use its $18.5m series B round to support international growth.

The online real estate investment platform has formed a strategic partnership with Berlin Hyp, which led the $11.8m round.