A spokesperson told GCV investors in the corporate-partnered firm's Idinvest Growth Fund II, expected to close at up to $424m next year, include existing backers.

The consulting firm has provided capital for two early-stage funds managed by France-based venture firm Partech Ventures.

Total, Salesforce and Tamer Group were among the new investors joining existing backers like Intel and Air Liquide as Sigfox prepares to grow its network to 60 countries.

Foresight Williams Technology EIS Fund, formed by Formula One team Williams Grand Prix Engineering and Foresight Group, plans to invest up to $2.5m in at least 10 companies.

Medical device cybersecurity developer Nova Leah and clinical support software provider Tapa Healthcare received funding from the college and Enterprise Ireland.

The catering and facilities management company has launched a corporate venturing unit, Sodexo Ventures, and invested in restaurant engagement platform Wynd.

Global Sources and existing backers Swisscom and ZKB were among the investors in the fertility tracking wristband maker's latest round, which has been closed at $9.7m.