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An alliance between Ford and Geely sounds like melodic music for Almussafes. The reality is much more complex
Ford explores partnerships with Chinese EV makers like Geely for European production. Talks include technology sharing, potentially impacting its Almussafes plant.
TikTok’s infinite scroll is too addictive, say EU regulators
EU regulators warn TikTok's addictive features may violate the Digital Services Act. A potential breach could force the platform to redesign its service to prevent harm.
From Milan to Liguria: 10 of the most promising Italian startups shaping the next tech cycle
Italian startups are accelerating tech innovation in fintech, AI, and B2B software. Brum, a digital driving license platform, exemplifies this shift, leveraging a mobile app to streamline the process for 2024 graduates.
Capalo AI raises €11M to expand battery storage optimisation
Finnish Capalo AI secures €11M for its AI-powered battery storage optimisation software. The company expands its virtual power plant across Europe, aiming to enhance grid balance and asset performance.
Commission preliminarily finds TikTok's addictive design in breach of the Digital Services Act
EU Commission finds TikTok's addictive design breaches the Digital Services Act. Features like infinite scroll and personalized recommendations are under scrutiny for harming user well-being.
From big rounds to broad momentum: the UK tech ecosystem
UK tech secured €21. 5 billion in 2025, topping European investment with AI and fintech leading the charge....
Growing pressure on Europe’s electricity grids drives €11 million for Capalo AI to scale virtual power plant operations
Helsinki's Capalo AI secures €11M Series A for its AI virtual power plant, accelerating battery storage optimisation across Europe. The funding fuels the company's European expansion amidst growing grid pressure and clean energy investments.
Daytona raises $24M Series A to build agent-native compute infrastructure
Croatian-founded Daytona secures $24M Series A for agent-native compute infrastructure. The funding propels the company's mission to build scalable, programmable sandboxes for AI agent workloads.
Swiss nanotechnology startup Chiral secures €10 million to scale post-silicon chip manufacturing
Swiss Chiral secures €10M to scale post-silicon chip manufacturing using nanomaterials. Over €35M has been deployed across European semiconductor DeepTech firms in 2025-2026.
Munich-based TWAICE secures €24 million EIB loan to scale predictive battery analytics for Europe’s energy transition
Munich's TWAICE secures €24M EIB loan for predictive battery analytics, accelerating Europe's energy transition. The funding fuels growth in EV and storage sectors, boosting battery performance and lifespan.
Female-led UK construction data startup Qflow secures €2.3 million strategic investment from Autodesk
UK construction data startup Qflow secures €2. 3M from Autodesk, boosting its AI-powered platform....
Dutch FinTech startup Duna raises €30 million to expand compliant AI for business identity and onboarding
Dutch FinTech Duna secures €30M for AI-driven business identity and onboarding. This funding targets global trust infrastructure amidst surging investment in EU digital identity solutions.
Bound secures $24.5M Series A to expand FX hedging tools
London fintech Bound secures $24. 5M Series A for its automated FX risk management platform....
Telefónica sought to lay off 4,525 employees with its ERE. Now it has a problem called 5,124 volunteers
Telefónica's Spanish ERE sees 5,124 volunteers, exceeding the 4,525 planned layoffs. Over 350 workers are now outside the voluntary redundancy plan due to the surge.
London-based risk management platform Bound secures €20.7 million to support EU regulatory approval and growth
London-based Bound secures €20. 7M to pursue EU regulatory approval for its FX risk platform....
UK LegalTech startup Lawhive secures €50 million to scale AI-driven consumer law firm model
London LegalTech startup Lawhive secures €50 million to scale its AI-driven consumer law firm model. The funding fuels US expansion amid sustained investor interest in legal AI applications.
Irish co-founded payments firm Apexx bags $10m from Finch
Irish co-founded payments firm Apexx Global secures $10m from Finch Capital. The funding fuels expansion, building on Finch's prior investments in Irish fintechs like NomuPay.
ElevenLabs’ €424 million raise values the company at €9.3 billion and marks one of Europe’s largest AI funding rounds this year
AI voice startup ElevenLabs secures €424 million, valuing the British company at €9. 3 billion....
Invest Europe and EIF report: How gender and geography shape Europe’s VC ecosystem
Invest Europe reveals European VC hubs foster strong connections, driving cross-border investment. British Isles lead as preferred partners, while Spain and Italy keep most capital local.
The EU-Startups Podcast | Interview with Tessa Clarke, Co-founder and CEO of Olio
Olio's co-founder discusses the platform's mission to redistribute surplus food and household items, empowering communities to reduce waste. The app connects neighbours and retailers, helping 9 million users share 135 million meals and prevent 300,000 tonnes of CO₂e.