eYou receives 300,000 euros for social media platform with integrated fact checking
The European social media platform eYou has received pre-seed financing in the amount of 300,000 euros. The investor is the venture capital fund Fil Rouge Capital.
The startup is currently preparing for its public launch in May 2026. A waiting list for early users is already open.
Focus on combating disinformation
eYou is positioning itself as a European alternative to established platforms such as X and Facebook. The focus is on combating misinformation in digital discussions.
The platform integrates real-time fact-checking functions directly into the user experience. Users can check posts without having to leave the application.
AI-supported evaluation of content
When clicking on a post, users receive an automated rating based on various sources. This summarizes the accuracy of statements and should help to classify information more quickly.
The aim is to make disinformation visible at an early stage and at the same time maintain the flow of discussion within the platform.
More transparency in the algorithm
In addition to fact-checking, eYou offers functions to make the recommendation logic more transparent. Users can see which factors influence their feed and actively adjust them.
This sets the platform apart from many existing offerings, where algorithms are considered difficult to understand. Users should be able to incorporate different perspectives in a targeted manner.
Founded by experienced entrepreneurs
eYou was founded by Grégoire Vigroux and Jasseem Allybokus, two French entrepreneurs with many years of experience in the tech sector.
Grégoire Vigroux was involved in setting up companies that were later sold to TELUS Digital. Jasseem Allybokus previously worked as CTO in digital marketing.
The company is based in Bucharest, but the platform is designed for users throughout Europe and beyond.
Launch planned for May 2026
The launch of eYou is planned for May 2026. The platform will be available on iOS and Android as well as via web browsers.
The company intends to use the current funding to push ahead with product development and build up an initial user base.
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