Giggle, a Budapest-based platform connecting blue-collar workers with shift-based roles, has announced an undisclosed funding round to support its expansion into the Romanian market. The round was led by OXO Labs, part of O3 Partners, and the family fund of Catalyst NXT Ventures, headed by former Hungarian finance minister Peter Oszkó, alongside three additional investors.

Founded in April 2022 by Ádám Birizdó and Ádám Sebestyén, Giggle operates a mobile-first workforce marketplace that connects businesses with pre-screened gig workers for short-term, shift-based roles. The platform is designed to address labour shortages and fluctuating staffing needs, particularly in sectors such as hospitality, retail, and logistics. Through the app, employers can post individual shifts with transparent pay and scheduling details, while workers can browse opportunities and apply in just a few clicks.

Giggle’s model breaks traditional jobs into discrete, on-demand shifts, helping companies reduce recruitment time and costs while giving workers greater flexibility over when and how they work. The platform integrates ratings, profile verification, and full administrative support to streamline workforce management and improve matching quality between employers and candidates.

Positioned within the growing gig economy, the company aims to modernize temporary staffing across Central and Eastern Europe by combining marketplace technology with workforce management tools. According to the co-founders, the need for flexible workforce solutions becomes undeniable when thousands of packages are delayed due to staff shortages. With Giggle, partners can access additional capacity within hours.

The model has gained traction, with 180,000 users registered within three years and nearly €5 million in transactions completed in 2025. According to company data, 70 per cent of workers on the platform are seeking supplementary income, reflecting broader trends driven by economic uncertainty and rising demand for flexible work across the region.

With the new funding, Giggle plans to strengthen its presence in its existing markets over the next two years while preparing for broader regional expansion.