Copenhagen-based Skycore Semiconductors has raised €5M in seed funding to commercialize its Power Integrated Circuit (IC) technology built for next-generation AI data centers moving toward 800V HVDC architectures. The round was led by the Amadeus APEX Technology Fund, with participation from First Momentum, Mätch VC, and Balnord, bringing the company’s total funding to €7.5M. Skycore […] Read more ›
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Startups are hard. Everyone in the ecosystem knows it, yet so much of the advice handed to founders revolves around overly simplified myths: Raise more, chase the unicorn, think big or go home. And when startups fail, the default conclusion is often that the idea was flawed or the market too small. But what if […] Read more ›
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eAgronom, an Estonian platform driving the transition to regenerative agriculture, has secured a significant investment from Mondelēz International’s Sustainable Futures platform as part of its Series A2 funding round. This funding will enable eAgronom to accelerate its mission of empowering farmers to adopt sustainable practices, expand its services to cover over 4 million hectares of […] Read more ›
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Helsinki-based foodtech innovator Foodiq has raised €10 million in fresh funding to supercharge its international expansion and scale production of its proprietary Multi-Layer Cooker (MLC) — a cutting-edge manufacturing technology poised to disrupt the dairy and alternative food sectors. The round was backed by a mix of strategic investors (not publicly disclosed), signaling strong market […] Read more ›
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Helsinki-based Eficode has acquired Solidify, a Scandinavian consultancy specializing in GitHub, Azure DevOps, and Microsoft cloud services. The acquisition brings together two of GitHub’s top partners in Europe, forming a combined organization with a strong presence across the EMEA region. Solidify, which generated €8.4 million in revenue in 2024 and employs 60 staff across Sweden, […] Read more ›
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Copenhagen-based Alice, the AI-powered learning platform transforming course materials into personalised, interactive study experiences, has secured €4.2 million in fresh funding to scale its vision of smarter, stress-free education. The round was led by Cherry Ventures and Y Combinator, with continued support from PSV Tech and several US and European angel investors. Alice is on […] Read more ›
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The word startup is everywhere—on university campuses, in co-working spaces, in investor newsletters, and coffee shop conversations. But despite its popularity, the meaning of “startup” remains fuzzy for many. Even worse, it’s often misunderstood or misused. What a startup is not Let’s start with what a startup isn’t. Not every new business is a startup. […] Read more ›
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WeSky, a Vilnius-based avionics startup, has raised €1.036 million from Coinvest Capital and a group of business angels. The company develops USB In-Seat Power systems for airlines, offering in-seat charging solutions that improve the passenger experience and reduce fuel consumption by cutting down aircraft weight. The funds will be used to strengthen brand awareness, expand […] Read more ›
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Priceagent, a Stockholm-based pricing platform, has raised €550,000 in seed funding to accelerate its global rollout and expand its team. The funding round was backed by the company’s founders, expert consultants, and angel investors, including former Cint executives. The platform allows brands to test and validate pricing strategies quickly using real consumer feedback, helping them […] Read more ›
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Copenhagen-based Dawn Health has secured €11.5 million in fresh funding from existing backers Chr. Augustinus Fabrikker, the Export and Investment Fund of Denmark (EIFO), and Trifork. Aimed at scaling its regulatory-grade digital health platform and expanding its product suite, the funding will accelerate Dawn’s SaaS-driven delivery to global pharmaceutical companies. Already trusted by industry heavyweights […] Read more ›
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Until recently, Silicon Valley was the go-to reference point when it came to tech entrepreneurship. But over the past few years, a powerful alternative has emerged in Northern Europe, growing quietly without drawing much media or investment attention: the Nordic and Baltic countries. These regions are not only excelling in terms of numbers, but also […] Read more ›
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Finland’s entrepreneurial spirit is vibrant, energetic, and creative. However, the 2025 Startup Finland media survey by Startup Finland, in collaboration with the Finnish Startup Community and Aaltoes, reveals that this energy is still struggling to find a shared rhythm. The voices of founders, investors, and student entrepreneurs echo a clear message: there’s an abundance of information, but it’s […] Read more ›
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Slush, the premier startup event in Europe, has released its Startup Struggle Survey 2025, offering a candid look into the ongoing struggles that European founders face in today’s volatile landscape. This second edition of grassroots-level research surveyed over 600 early-stage founders across the continent, uncovering a landscape that’s both challenging and resilient. While certain struggles—such […] Read more ›
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Ousia Pharma, a Copenhagen-based biotech company founded in 2022, has secured a seed financing round led by Omega Funds to advance its innovative approach to treating obesity. The company is developing a dual-incretin-NMDA receptor antagonist conjugate, a novel drug-targeting method that delivers small-molecule neuroplasticity modulators to the brain’s appetite control centers. This financing will support […] Read more ›
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Lightsonic, a software company utilizing fiber optic sensing technology, has raised €3.3 million in seed funding to develop monitoring solutions for critical infrastructure. The investment, led by Maki.vc and supported by RAISE Ventures and Sondo, will help the company advance its real-time monitoring systems, which aim to detect leaks and threats in water, gas, and […] Read more ›
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Stockholm-based IPercept has raised €5 million in a round led by Luminar Ventures, with participation from, RunwayFBU, Backstage Invest AB, and AI.FUND, and existing investor J12. The Stockholm-based company provides a predictive AI platform for manufacturers, enabling machine monitoring and diagnostics without requiring system integration or infrastructure changes. Originating from research at the Royal Institute […] Read more ›
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Reykjavik-based DTE has announced a strategic partnership with global engineering powerhouse Ramboll to deliver integrated real-time chemical analysis solutions for the aluminum industry. DTE, renowned for its LP-LIBS™ technology that enables in-situ elemental analysis of molten metal, will combine forces with Ramboll’s industrial automation and equipment integration expertise. Together, they aim to streamline production workflows […] Read more ›
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Swedish wellness-focused hospitality company Gympak has secured new backing from entrepreneur and investor Sven Cristea, CEO of SEVR Group AB. Cristea joins as a strategic partner during Gympak’s ongoing funding round, which supports the company’s international growth plans. Gympak operates in hotels across 13 countries, offering a wellness concept aimed at travelers, including access to […] Read more ›
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Stockholm-based Telgea has raised $2.7 million in a round led by Amigos Venture Capital, with participation from Antler, Motivate Ventures, and SSE Ventures. The startup offers a unified mobile telecom platform designed to eliminate the logistical and financial burden of managing mobile operations across multiple countries. With seamless onboarding, one contract, and AI-driven support tools, […] Read more ›
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HeavyFinance, a climate finance company focused on transitioning European farmers to regenerative agriculture, has rebranded as InSoil. The rebranding aligns with the company’s broader focus on soil health and carbon credit generation. As part of its growth strategy, InSoil has launched a €50 million private credit fund to support projects with measurable climate impact. The […] Read more ›
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Espoo-based startup IXI has secured $36.5 million in funding to advance the development and commercial launch of its autofocus eyewear, designed to dynamically adjust focus based on the wearer’s eye movements. The investment was led by London-based investment fund Plural, with participation from Tesi, Heartcore, FOV Ventures, and byFounders; French private equity firm Eurazeo; and […] Read more ›
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