London, England Feb 17, 2026 (Issuewire.com) - EquityMatch, the London-based hub for private market connectivity, today announced the launch of EquityMatch 2.0. This upgraded AI-backed networking ecosystem is designed to bridge the gap between investors, founders, mentors, advisors, and service providers through intelligent automation and data-driven discovery.
The launch follows a successful £400K pre-seed funding round, featuring participation from Malta Venture Capital. This capital injection has accelerated EquityMatchs transition from a networking directory into a sophisticated, AI-enabled ecosystem.
Strategic Vision for Global Business Networking: Prior to this launch, EquityMatch increased its international presence through participation in several industry events, including Take Off Istanbul Summit, the EU-Ukraine Tech Summit, and the EU Startups Summit, Web Summit. These appearances were part of a broader strategy to engage with global technology and investment communities ahead of the version 2.0 rollout.
"EquityMatch 2.0 represents a shift toward a more connected and data-informed business ecosystem," stated Massimiliano Sulpizi, Founder and CEO of EquityMatch. "By integrating AI-backed tools, such as pitch deck evaluation and intelligent filtering, we are providing a roadmap for founders to improve their execution and for investors to find strategic alignment more efficiently."
Technical Enhancements in EquityMatch 2.0: EquityMatch 2.0 introduces several automated features designed to reduce fragmentation in the business networking process. The platform provides specific tools for various participant roles, including founders, investors, mentors, and service providers.
Technical updates include:
Addressing Startup Funding Inefficiencies: The private business landscape often faces challenges related to low-quality networking and inefficient discovery processes. EquityMatch 2.0 utilises AI-backed filtering to prioritize relevance in professional interactions. At the heart of the platform is meaningful matchmaking, said Sulpizi. Weve built features that remove the friction from professional connections. With Premium Messages, members can reach out to others even if theyre not yet connected, enabling conversations that would otherwise never happen. Premium users receive up to 50 free messages per month, making outreach more intentional and accessible.
For investors, the system is intended to reduce informational noise by highlighting opportunities that align with their stated strategic interests. For founders, the platform provides structured access to advisors and decision-makers, which is critical for securing startup funding in a competitive market.
"Execution and mindset are the primary drivers of success in the venture capital landscape," Sulpizi added. "Our goal is to move beyond the traditional pitch and provide a platform where the focus remains on solving real-world problems through high-quality professional engagement."
Availability: EquityMatch 2.0 is currently live and accessible to users worldwide. The platform operates on a subscription-based model with different tiers available for investors, founders, mentors, advisors and service providers. Interested parties can find more information at the company's official website.
About EquityMatch: EquityMatch is a global business networking platform that utilizes artificial intelligence to connect investors, founders, advisors, mentors, and service providers. Headquartered in London, the company provides a digital ecosystem designed to streamline collaboration and discovery in the private market.
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