Firsty offers an app that lets users connect to mobile data in any country without (e)SIM switching or restrictive plans, and allows users to pause and retain unused data. The company launched a beta in January 2024 across Europe, the UK, Turkey, Switzerland and the USA and rolled out global mobile data coverage during Q1 2024. Firsty has partnered with Uber to allow users to access the Uber app without data charges. The provider expanded into 150 markets across Europe, North America, Latin America, APAC and Africa in a few months and has garnered 400,000 users. Its stated mission is to make mobile data free and transparent, and it is positioning to challenge incumbent telecom giants and offer tailored solutions for businesses. Firsty is an Amsterdam-based technology startup that provides a mobile app giving travelers instant access to cross-border mobile data without switching (e)SIMs or data plans. Founded by ex-Adyen technical product managers Vince Vissers and Gauthier Thierens, the company is building a solution for seamless international connectivity. A beta version of the app will be launched across Europe, the UK, Turkey, Switzerland, and the USA in January 2024. Global coverage will become available throughout Q1 2024. Firsty raised €1.1M in pre-seed funding from backers including Marcel Smits, Godert Vinkesteijn, and Patrick Stal. The company intends to use the funds to continue to expand its development efforts.

Total raised

$7M

Funding rounds

2

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Equity

Latest activity

Nov 2024