Adrien Poggetti

Remember the fiasco with the French-German Interrail project? They aimed to sell a massive number of tickets but ended up leaving the data of about 245,000 registrations almost unprotected on the web. We hear this happening to SaaS companies often. For non-technical founders, it can even be crippling. The silver lining — it's avoidable! Let's talk about how you can prevent similar mistakes in your SaaS products.

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💡 7,5€ Billion (with a B). That’s the annual amount the French state provides to innovative companies through just one program: the CIR (Crédit d'Impôt Recherche). As an entrepreneur, my companies have been fortunate beneficiaries! But did you know that beyond the CIR, there are also: CII, JEI, JEA, BPI, CIMA, CICE, ACCRE, ACRE, FSE, ANR, FUI, PGE, FSN, PIA, FISAC, PTZ, FCTVA, AIF, and 1,753 other official grants and subsidies available? Combined, they represent well over €20 billion annually in funding for businesses. 😢 The catch (number 1)? Accessing these funds is often a bureaucratic nightmare. This is where agencies step in—offering to handle the process but taking a significant cut in return. 🚀 Enter REKI. We’ve developed the first software platform designed to simplify access to these subsidies. With Reki, companies can: 🔍 Discover all eligible opportunities   📑 Automatically generate applications and required documents   💾 Manage and update key data for compliance REKI is led by a seasoned duo of non-dilutive funding experts: Cyril Fougères (ex-BPI and iii-financements) and Aurélien Sibiril (repeat CTO). If you are looking for non-dilutive fundings, simply complete for form on our website (link in comment) Go Meghan Regior Victor Gross Nic Touron Calliste Duru Quentin Le Gall Thibaud Elziere Amaury Sepulchre Quentin Nickmans 🥰 catch (number 2) France is not alone, most countries are doing the same and we are going after it too :)

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More prizes for the #1 Impact Startup Awards… Discover them now! 👇 What if we could offer square meters? I recently met the right partner for all startups out there: “We create steady square meters for entrepreneurs to shake things up” - Quoting Alexandre Ponchon and Axel Kuborn - co-founders Silversquare. In a fast-changing world, companies and individuals alike are rethinking their use of space and time, seeking more efficiency and flexibility, while preserving a sense of community and togetherness. Silversquare was born from this state of mind. Aware that the workspaces of tomorrow will be the cornerstone of new lifestyles, we provide state-of-the-art coworking venues to meet every need and every dream. I’m happy to announce the Silversquare prizes of the future #1 Belgium Impact Startup Awards winners. All Prizes are valid for 12 months in the 12 Silversquare spaces across Belgium 🇧🇪 and Luxembourg 🇱🇺: 🥇 1 FREE event in collaboration & hosted at Silversquare + 10 day passes. 🥈 10 day passes.  🥉 5 day passes. + 🏅 Special B2B Prize: 2 FREE FLEX memberships. 🏅 Special B2C Prize: 2 FREE FLEX memberships. Are you an impact #startup or #scaleup? Apply now! https://lnkd.in/gDxeth_C Apply with a 10-slide pitch to make a lasting impact! Let's scale up! 👏 #startups #scaleups #buildingbridges

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🚀 Launch of Holycode Labs : Your No-Code Solution for Rapid MVPs! 📣 I'm thrilled to announce the launch of Holycode Labs dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs. We can now boost the European innovation & startup scene like never before 🙌 What is Holycode Labs? 🔬 Our new no-code development team that gets your groundbreaking ideas into the market ASAP, so you can start testing right away. We’re all about launching your prototypes & MVPs faster and cheaper using the latest no-code tech like Bubble. What's in it for you? ▶ Speed: Launch your prototype or MVP in record time. ▶ Efficiency: Maximise your impact and minimise your spend. ▶ Testing: Validate your product with real user data. Whether you're a startup founder or testing a new product line, Holycode Labs is here to turn your vision into reality — fast and efficient. Do you know peers that can't wait to launch their startup?? 🚀 We are ready to discuss it, consult and deliver. Get in touch today! 🚀 Nenad, Laurent, Milana, Bojana, Theresa, Tobias, Lars #startup #MVP #nocode #HolycodeLabs #leanstartup

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You wanna know how startup funding is going on right now in Belgium 🇧🇪 ? 🔮 I shared with Maxime SAMAIN (L'Echo) my point of view on that matter. 🦄 < >🐌 Article here: https://lnkd.in/e9qbCKKX Discover my take on the situation in 4 points: 1️⃣ More experienced 🐼 Belgium's startup scene boomed around 2015. These early-stage investors, the Business Angels, have gained experience through their investments made between 2015 and 2020. This newfound expertise makes them more rigorous in their analysis and more demanding of startups, ultimately limiting funding for a select few. 2️⃣ Investment shift ↩ The 2022 inflation surge reshaped investor mindsets and expectations. This trend solidified in 2023, becoming the "new normal." Consequently, 2024 witnessed a significant decline in funding for startups lacking a clear path to profitability. 3️⃣ Cycle ♻ The pre-pandemic boom in startups (around 2020) is now experiencing its first wave of bankruptcies. This has understandably shaken some Business Angels' confidence. While this cycle is natural, fear currently dominates investment decisions for many. 4️⃣ Post trauma 🤕 We are in a “post trauma” period. The above elements are making Business Angels much more risk averse. To restore confidence, we need to see successful Belgian 🇧🇪 startups emerge. Thankfully, time can be a healer, and some inspiring success stories 💪 are likely unfolding even as you browse this tremendous LinkedIn post 😜. Let's scale it up! 👏 #startups #scaleups #buildingbridges

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We have incredible news to share! Whoppah has officially acquired the assets of Design Market, one of the world’s most iconic marketplaces for interior, founded in France in 2013. This acquisition marks a major step in our growth journey. With this expansion: •Our platform will soon offer 66% more unique items. •Organic traffic is projected to grow by 75%. •We will instantly boost our marketshare in France, Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands and grow across Italy and Spain, further cementing our leadership across Europe. •Along with Design Market, we’ve also acquired: •An advanced global import and export tax calculation system. •Strong partnerships with logistics providers, making it easier to scale internationally. What does this mean for our customers? Design Market clients will soon migrate to Whoppah, where they’ll enjoy streamlined order processing, automated invoicing, automated logistics planning, and innovative features like augmented reality—available on our iOS, Android apps, and website. Current Whoppah customers will benefit from a richer selection of items and increased visibility from new visitors. We’re excited to collaborate with Design Market’s founders as we integrate and accelerate Whoppah’s growth. Their expertise and industry network will be invaluable to our future success. Welcome, Design Market! Together, we’re stronger than ever!

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Building a Nest for Startups : The Quest for Home Sweet Home 🏠 As a solo startup founder from abroad, accompanied by my daughter, I began to wonder: what do foreign startup founders really need to succeed? The answer is simple: a place to live and work that accommodates our unpredictable lifestyle. Somewhere where we’re understood because people know firsthand what it's like. I'm curious if anyone else has this experience and perspective. If you have three minutes to spare, I would love to share my story. When we arrived in Portugal in 2019 as the team of four people for the Startup Visa Program, I thought the challenge would be building a business. But the real hurdle was finding stable, affordable housing. My tourism-focused startup, TIMEPLACE.ME, had so much promise – EU funding, tax incentives, business incubators, all sounded perfect on paper. Then, reality set in… The first challenge? Finding a place to live. After countless calls and cancellations, my budget disappeared into Airbnbs, hotels, and hostels. My incubator offered no housing solutions, and I found myself focusing on where we’d sleep rather than on building the business. Meanwhile, coworking spaces became cafés and hotel lobbies, and McDonald's became a favorite spot with reliable WiFi and no pressure to buy more coffee 🙈 My team couldn’t handle the ecosystem and left, leaving me a solo founder. Then, COVID hit. Despite the chaos, I stayed focused on my project. In 2022, I had to leave Portugal for family reasons. While away, my daughter’s residency card expired. I ordered a new one and had it sent to my incubator. Well, they received it... but forgot to inform me despite multiple follow-ups (or send it)! So, two years went by where we couldn’t return 😸 But hey, we eventually made it back, and the best part is, we’re still here, working on some really exciting projects! 😽 Now, five years later, the housing issue remains. When searching for a place to stay with kids, the number of options drops dramatically. It’s clear that foreign founders, especially those with kids, need stable housing to focus on their startups. Inspired by this, I’m working on a housing project for foreign startup founders – a place where we can live, work, and connect with others who understand the challenges. It’s essential to get this real support rather than just tax breaks or other 'candies' 🍬🍭Thank you to Madan Parque and IAPMEI, I.P. - Agência para a Competitividade e Inovação for the challenge and inspiration!😸 #SoloFounders #StartupVisa #Portugal #StartupChallenges #ParentingAndBusiness #brave4real #nestforfounders #HomeforInnovations

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Sharing this article from Les Echos which reports that Amazon has signed the European Space Agency - ESA's Zero #Debris #Charter 📝 Project #Kuiper 🛰, Amazon’s #lowEarthorbit satellite broadband network, aims to provide fast, affordable connectivity to tens of millions of customers in #unserved and #underserved communities around the world. 🌍 If you're a regular reader of my posts, you will know that we're committed to safe space operations and the long-term sustainability of space for future generations. Preserving space sustainability cannot be accomplished alone, which is why signing this Charter was so important! The Charter outlines ambitious and measurable space safety and sustainability targets for 2030 and brings together multiple organisations who are committed to this goal such as Thales, Safran, Airbus Defence and Space... Next milestone will be #Ariane6 inaugural launch targetted for July 9 🚀 Stay tuned! #LEO #spacedebris #digitalinclusion #outerspacesustainability #ZeroDebrisCharter

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What do you need to be top quartile as a SaaS company in Europe? Sébastien Le Roy started to share the results of the Serena European SaaS benchmark during #Saastr Europa this week. Great way to quickly check whether you’re on track for a next VC round or simply what you have to improve. More results coming soon with the whole report.

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In the last few weeks, we've rolled out some fantastic new features, and I wanted to share a few of my favorites with you: 1. 𝑩𝑬𝑻𝑨 𝑨𝑳𝑬𝑹𝑻: 𝒀𝒐𝒕𝒑𝒐 𝑬𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒍 𝑺𝒆𝒈𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝑪𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 📨    We are thrilled to announce the R1 phase for a new feature developed for agencies: the Segments Cloning feature.    Want to participate? Ensure you have at least two stores under your account or if you're an agency. Comment here or reach out to Tamara or Galit.    What is it about?    The ability to copy segments from one store to another.    Key Features:    ✔ Duplication of multiple segments to multiple stores at once.    ✔ Indication of which segments are eligible for copying.    ✔ Easy navigation to the relevant store after a copy is done.    ✔ Review and save the segment in the destination store to start collecting subscribers. 2. 𝑾𝒆𝒃𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝑬𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒍/𝑺𝑴𝑺 𝑭𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒔! 🔗    Merchants can now send webhooks from flows, unlocking new opportunities to leverage customer data by connecting with 3rd party providers.   What is it?    Webhooks are a new action type in Flows, allowing merchants to seamlessly pass information from the SMS & Email app to another application when an event takes place. 3. 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 🔐    We're rolling out in beta (soon in GA) multi-factor authentication across all products. This may seem boring, but it's crucial for preventing misuse of customer data. Make sure to onboard to it! 4. 𝗟𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗳𝘆 🛍️    We're excited to announce the beta release support for Shopify's New Customer Accounts, enhancing the "All customers are members" opt-in strategy. This update simplifies the login process, improves shopper experience, and boosts engagement, making it easier for customers to earn and redeem rewards without creating an account or using a password. What else do you really like to see from the Yotpo team? What we released recently that got you excited? 💪🚀

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Whether you're a French startup founder or investing in the French tech ecosystem, this is a must-have resource: The Serena 2024 Edition of the Ultimate VC List is live! Fundraising can be incredibly time-consuming. That’s why, back in 2016, Serena created the Ultimate VC List to streamline the process for entrepreneurs in France. Now an interactive platform, it has supported over 100,000 entrepreneurs and VCs in the ecosystem. Some key trends Sébastien Le Roy and Maxime Furet spotted when putting this edition together: 🚀 The French VC ecosystem is thriving with new funds like Resonance, OVNI Capital, Yellow, and Varsity, signaling a vibrant and expanding market. 🌍 There’s increased interest from US and European funds for French startups, particularly in AI and climate tech, and a rise in non-traditional investors such as Business Angel Clubs and Family Offices (which are now covered by a new section). 🔧 Infrastructure investors are playing a critical role in funding innovative hybrid models amid global warming challenges. ♻️ The growing presence of impact VCs highlights the focus on socially and environmentally impactful investments.

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🚀 Highlights from Interview with Elon Musk at Viva Technology Conference 🚀 Incredible opportunity to get the interview Elon Musk at the Viva Technology Conference in Paris on YouTube with BFM Business, and I'm thrilled to share the key takeaways with you! Here are some of the most fascinating points from our conversation: 🧠 Neuralink's Breakthroughs: Elon showcased Neuralink’s potential, highlighting its ability to help people with brain and spinal injuries. Future products like "Blind Sight" aim to restore vision by interfacing directly with the brain. 🤖 AI and X.AI Vision: Elon expressed concerns about the current direction of #AI development, emphasizing the need for truth-seeking #AI over politically correct AI. xAI is committed to transparency and accountability. ⚖️ AI Regulation and Safety: He called for regulatory oversight of #AI models to ensure they are accurate and truthful. He warned against the dangers of deceptive AI. 📰 Public Perception: Elon shared his thoughts on #media portrayal, urging people to rely on direct #communication rather than sensationalized news. 🚗 Affordable EVs: Elon reiterated Tesla's commitment to producing #lowcost electric vehicles, competing well without tariffs or incentives. 💼 AI’s Impact on Jobs: He discussed a future where #AI and robots perform most tasks, envisioning a world with universal high income and meaningful human activities. 📚 AI in Education: Elon highlighted AI’s potential to revolutionize #education by providing personalized and highly knowledgeable teaching while cautioning against the dopamine-maximizing effects of #SocialMedia. 🌌 SpaceX’s Multi-Planetary Goals: Elon emphasized the importance of making life multi-planetary to preserve human consciousness. He shared plans for affordable space travel and #human settlement on Mars. 🔌 EV Charging Infrastructure: Significant improvements have been made in EV charging #infrastructure, making high-speed charging widely available in Europe, North America, China, and Japan. 🌱 Commitment to Sustainable Tech: Tesla's focus on #innovations like #robotaxis, #Cybertrucks, and the Optimus humanoid robot promises to profoundly impact transportation and labor. Elon Musk's vision is as inspiring as it is ambitious, touching on #AI, #SustainableTechnology, and #SpaceExploration. These insights are a testament to the groundbreaking work happening at Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, and xAI. For more in-depth updates and to join the conversation, follow my LinkedIn page and stay tuned for more exclusive insights! #ElonMusk #VivaTech #Neuralink #Tesla #SpaceX #AI #Innovation #SustainableTech #FutureOfWork #SpaceExploration

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🇫🇷 French innovation is leading the way in 2024! This year, Generative AI (GenAI) has clearly emerged as the most funded technology in Europe, with French companies taking the top spots. As seen in this article from Sifted, the top three largest funding rounds are all led by French startups in GenAI. It's an exciting time for French tech, and I’m proud to be involved as a business angel in all three of these companies — poolside, Mistral AI, and H Company. GenAI is driving major innovations across industries, and it’s fantastic to see France at the forefront of this transformation. 🚀

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🚀 Introducing Investiaa: Your Digital Business Consulting Hub! 🚀 Are you an Entrepreneur looking for funding or incubation services? An Investor eager to evaluate and invest in startups? Or an Incubator ready to list your services and support the next big idea? Look no further! Investiaa is here to connect you with opportunities that matter. 🔗 For Entrepreneurs: Register → Verify Profile → Submit Startup → Admin Validation → Get Funded → Post-Deal Support. 🔗 For Investors: Signup → Browse Startups → Bid → Make a Deal → Post-Deal Support. Why Investiaa? It's more than just a platform. Every business and investor is closely monitored to ensure each transaction counts. We're committed to making a difference in the startup ecosystem. Join us today at Investiaa and take your next step towards success! 🌟 #Investiaa #Entrepreneurship #Investors #Incubators #Startups #Funding #BusinessGrowth Register now and begin your startup/Investment journey with Investiaa: https://investiaa.com

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🌟 Binary Stars is Back! 🌟 For those who missed the first edition with Harm de Vries, Paul Lasserre and Léo Dreyfus-Schmidt, Binary Stars is Fly Ventures's virtual conference dedicated to the latest advancements of Software Engineering and AI in Europe. For this second edition, we're super happy to partner with the awesome Antoine Moyroud (Lightspeed), Roosh Circle and AI HOUSE to deep dive into AI reasoning. 🧠 AI REASONING ? ! ? 🧠 With Zachary Gleicher (Deepmind), Rolf Pfister (Lab42, supporting the ARC Prize), and a yet-to-be-revealed third speaker, we'll ask the big questions : - What’s objectively achievable by the best AI models in terms of reasoning? - Are we stuck with LLMs making basic errors (how many Rs in Strawberry?), or are there breakthroughs on the horizon? - While benchmark performances have improved, has reasoning *genuinely* advanced, or it is all tricks still? - What did the Transformer architecture contribute to reasoning problems, and have we reached its limits? - What are the main research avenues pushing reasoning forward today? ... Join us on Nov 8th => register on binarystars.org!

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🌟Venture capital ⎜Reimagining the Commerce🌟 📣 Special VCs San Francisco New-york : What are for them the four themes defining the #Commerce in the next decade? It is not so often leading VCs define so well their thesis and the topics they are spending time around! (often keep it a secret:) Vincent Diallo and Erik de Stefanis (Interlace Ventures) reveal to us the 4 key themes they spend the most of the time working on and best of all mention some founders that are currently having success on these topics. That’s fascinating. I encourage you to read this interview. A good way to start your week in good company! Catherine Barba Chiaramonti, Odile Roujol, Joël Palix, our mutual friend Vincent makes himself scarce in interviews -- a must-read! :) #retail #commerce #technology #venturecapital #investments #commercetechnology #familyoffice #techsolution #retailtech #commercetech #peertopeernetworking #entrepreneurs #founders #startups

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🚀 Fleet: From Laptop Leasing to Global IT Companion for SMEs 🚀 I’m thrilled to share this great article by Romain Dillet from TechCrunch, which dives deep into Fleet’s evolution and growth journey! 🖥️ Fleet started as a simple laptop leasing service, helping companies rent hardware instead of making large upfront investments. But we quickly realized that SMEs need more than just devices. As businesses face increasing challenges in IT management, cybersecurity, and global logistics, we’ve expanded our offerings to provide a full suite of IT services. Today, we offer much more than laptops. Fleet now provides software solutions, cybersecurity tools, and even insurance services, allowing businesses to manage their IT infrastructure from a single platform. Our partnerships with financial institutions and tech providers have enabled us to create a seamless experience for our clients, allowing them to focus on their growth while we handle the tech. What’s unique about Fleet is our ability to scale globally without raising external capital. We’ve remained bootstrapped and profitable, proving that a solid strategy and operational efficiency can fuel sustainable growth. We now support +100 000 users from +1 500 companies across 120 countries, with July 2024 being our best month ever in terms of revenue. But our growth isn’t just about numbers — it’s about helping SMEs implement IT best practices and strengthen their cybersecurity. Whether it’s equipping teams with the latest devices, managing software solutions like MDM, or offering insurance coverage, Fleet is positioning itself as the one-stop shop for everything IT for SMEs. Our vision is to continue expanding, helping businesses of all sizes streamline their IT operations and focus on what really matters: innovation and growth. 👉 Dive deeper into Fleet’s story by reading the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e4RvjVVh

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𝗠𝗘𝗚𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗: 𝗔 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝟯 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 💎 When we learned that The MEGLAND had been selected among more than 700 startups to join STATION F, it was already a highlight. But today, we are reaching a new milestone: we will be presented to more than 𝟱𝟬𝟬 𝗩𝗖𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟳𝟬𝟬 𝗕𝗔𝘀 – that is, more than 𝟭,𝟮𝟬𝟬 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 – via Station F's investors newsletter. This moment is a real recognition for #Web3 Projects, which continue to prove that they have a solid future in traditional investments. It is no longer a niche, but a sector that is increasingly establishing itself among savvy investors. Since the beginning, we have continued to consolidate our position, thanks to a clear vision and a team determined to overcome all the challenges that have come our way. Being featured by #StationF and listed as one of the startups to watch is proof that $MEG has not only built a strong brand but has also earned the trust of the ecosystem. This milestone confirms that we are ready for the next phases of our journey. 🚀

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Already over 5% of emails at Orange contain expiration dates. (Version française dans le 1er commentaire) For nearly two years, Laposte.net has been monitoring the "Expires:" fields in emails received by the French webmail service. Now it's Orange's turn to launch this monitoring of expiration dates in its messaging system. As we aim to give a significant boost to the project in the coming months, this will be an opportunity to see these figures gradually evolve and to try to obtain data from other players. Our current priority objectives: - Advertisers: Help them implement expiration dates in their emails when their solutions allow it. - Email service providers: Lobby them to integrate the expiration functionality into their solutions. - Mailbox providers: Engage them to take an interest in the project and monitor the volumes of expiration dates already present in emails (obviously, the goal is for them to use the dates to enhance the cleaning functionalities of their solutions). What are the insights from the figures provided by Orange and Laposte.net? - Orange - Each day, about 6% of the emails received by Orange have an "Expires:" header. - Orange - This represents more than 10 million emails received per day that contain an expiration date. - Orange - About 20 TB would be saved per month if Orange deleted all expired emails. - Orange - Half of the emails have an expiration date set to 2 weeks after the sending date. - Laposte.net - In the first 5 months of 2024, 2.4% of emails contain an expiration date. Together, let's improve these figures to prove to the entire email ecosystem that it's worth it! Support the project! Implement, document, communicate! Thank you to Axelle Allouch from Orange, Ariane J. from La Poste Groupe, and Benjamin Billon for their involvement.

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