In the world of startups, certain cities stand out as global hubs—London, Berlin, and Paris are prime examples. However, entrepreneurship and innovation are not confined to these well-established centres. Across Europe, lesser-known markets are emerging as fertile grounds for startup growth, offering unique advantages such as business-friendly policies, lower operational costs, and untapped talent pools. ... Read more ›
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You’ve asked for it, and we are delivering! We are excited to finally announce that a few months ago, we (EU-Startups / Menlo Media) acquired the HealthHack newsletter from a US-based company. Founded in 2023, HealthHack is a nicely growing newsletter focused on the latest breakthroughs in health technology. As a sister brand of EU-Startups, ... Read more ›
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Berlin-based Solda.AI, an AI telesales startup, has raised a €3.5 million Seed funding round to innovate phone sales with multimodal AI voice agents that can close deals autonomously. The round was led by Accel, with participation from AltaIR Capital. The funding will be used to further develop Solda.AI’s AI agents, partner with more enterprises worldwide ... Read more ›
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And just like that, the EU-Startups Summit has wrapped up for another year! On April 24-25, 2025, we hosted our annual EU-Startups Summit in sunny Malta – and it was incredible! From a buzzing exhibition hall and a chatter-filled networking space to insightful keynotes and exciting pitches, this year’s Summit brought plenty of opportunities to ... Read more ›
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The EU-Startups Summit 2025 has come to a close—and what an unforgettable edition it was! Over two energising days in Malta, thousands of Founders, investors, and innovators gathered to connect, collaborate, and chart the future of European tech. While the main stage captured the spotlight with keynotes and pitches, one of the most impactful spaces ... Read more ›
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This week on the EU-Startups Podcast, we’re joined by Jean-Charles Samuelian, Co-founder and CEO of Alan, your one-stop health partner, providing everyone with access to a healthy and productive life by empowering both body and mind. Founded in 2016 in Paris, Alan’s services include an intuitive health insurance offering, Alan Clinic to help users navigate ... Read more ›
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Stockholm-based Telgea, a mobile operator for international companies across the globe, announced today it has raised €2.3 million in a recent funding round to further expand beyond the eight countries it is already live in – launching a new one each month. Amigos Venture Capital, Antler, Motivate Ventures, and SSE Ventures all participated in the ... Read more ›
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Chipiron, a Paris-based DeepTech company, has announced a €14.9 million Series A funding round to complete the development of its miniaturized MRI scanner, designed to make this critical imaging technology accessible worldwide. This round is led by Blast, followed by the EIC Fund and iXcore. It is also supported by public funding: France2030 (SGI), the ... Read more ›
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The startup environment has transformed fundamentally in recent years. Just three or four years ago, capital flowed freely, hiring was aggressive, and many founders pursued rapid expansion with minimal financial constraints. That world has vanished. Venture capitalists and investors now demand sustainable growth alongside robust financial controls. The most successful founders understand that efficient financial ... Read more ›
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Utrecht-based energy tech company iwell, a developer of smart energy management (EMS) and battery storage systems (BESS), has successfully closed a €27 million funding round. The round was led by Meridiam, with Invest-NL and Rabobank participating alongside existing investors. Jan Willem de Jong, Founder and CEO of iwell, commented: “This landmark investment fuels our ambition ... Read more ›
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IXI, an Espoo-based startup developing the world’s first autofocus glasses, has raised €32.2 million in Series A funding to enable IXI to complete the product development of IXI Adaptive Eyewear and kick off their commercial operations. The round was led by Plural, with participation from Tesi, byFounders, Heartcore, Eurazeo, FOV Ventures, Tiny Supercomputer and existing ... Read more ›
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And that’s a wrap! The 2025 edition of the EU-Startups Summit has officially come to a close. Over two action-packed days in Malta, and about 2,100 founders, investors, and startup enthusiasts came together to exchange ideas, find inspiration, and make meaningful connections. From insightful keynotes and dynamic workshops to our electric Pitch Competition, this year’s ... Read more ›
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London-based Navro, a FinTech that simplifies international payments for businesses, announced today a raise of €36 million in Series B funding to accelerate global expansion plans and connect more local payout and collection services worldwide. Jump Capital led the round with participation from Bain Capital Ventures, Motive Partners, and Unusual Ventures. Aran Brown, CEO of ... Read more ›
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Berlin-based EWOR, a Founder fellowship, has committed €60 million to supporting early-stage entrepreneurs, offering selected Founders €500k in capital which includes €110k from EWOR GmbH and an additional €390k from the investment fund via an uncapped convertible note or similar instrument. On average, EWOR alumni have gone on to raise €1-11 million during the fellowship, ... Read more ›
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It’s almost time! The EU-Startups Summit 2025 is just days away, and we want to make sure you’re fully prepared to enjoy everything Malta (and the Summit!) has to offer. From exclusive discounts to insider tips, this guide brings together all the key details you’ll need to navigate the event smoothly. Whether it’s your first ... Read more ›
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Spanish startup TaxDown has raised €4 million in fresh funding from Bonsai Partners to further develop its AI-powered platform and improve how people manage their taxes. The company, already generating over €10 million in revenue, plans to use the capital to grow its team, enhance its technology, and continue refining the user experience. Founded in ... Read more ›
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CSignum, a Scottish specialist in wireless communications for submerged environments, has secured over €6.9 million in Series A funding to support the growth of its innovative EM-2 technology and expand its global operations. The funding round was led by Archangels, Par Equity, and Scottish Enterprise, with additional backing from British Business Investment (BBI), Raptor Group, ... Read more ›
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Plenium Partners, an independent Spanish investment group focused on renewable energy, energy transition, circular economy, and social infrastructure, has secured over €25 million in funding from ING Italia to support its first biomethane plant in Italy. The financing was structured through a bilateral Project Finance agreement. The plant is located in the province of Pavia, ... Read more ›
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It’s almost time! The EU-Startups Summit 2025 is just days away, and we want to make sure you’re fully prepared to enjoy everything Malta (and the Summit!) has to offer. From exclusive discounts to insider tips, this guide brings together all the key details you’ll need to navigate the event smoothly. Whether it’s your first ... Read more ›
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Despite growing concerns around declining investment levels across the European startup ecosystem, a fresh wave of data highlights one sector that continues to defy gravity—artificial intelligence. This article draws on three recent studies that provide distinct but complementary views on the role of AI in Europe’s innovation landscape. Data from Dealroom analysed by Balderton Capital ... Read more ›
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