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Mistral AI Upgrades Vibe Coding Agent
Mistral AI Upgrades Vibe Coding Agent

Mistral AI Upgrades Vibe Coding Agent

Mistral AI upgrades its Vibe coding agent, challenging US dominance in AI software development. This advancement reinforces Europe's push for homegrown AI innovation.

January 29, 2026 at 19:13
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London’s HomeCooks secures €1.6 million for its home-cooked meals prepared by independent chefs
London’s HomeCooks secures €1.6 million for its home-cooked meals prepared by independent chefs

London’s HomeCooks secures €1.6 million for its home-cooked meals prepared by independent chefs

London's HomeCooks secures €1. 6 million for its home-cooked meal marketplace connecting consumers with independent chefs....

January 29, 2026 at 16:41
EU-Startups
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Google's search engine change with AI was a mystery about its monetization. It will finally be another subscription
Google's search engine change with AI was a mystery about its monetization. It will finally be another subscription

Google's search engine change with AI was a mystery about its monetization. It will finally be another subscription

Google launches AI Plus subscription for €7. 99 monthly to integrate AI into search....

January 29, 2026 at 16:30
Xataka
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It is one of the best VPNs and costs less than two euros a month: Surfshark is a top tool to protect your privacy online
It is one of the best VPNs and costs less than two euros a month: Surfshark is a top tool to protect your privacy online

It is one of the best VPNs and costs less than two euros a month: Surfshark is a top tool to protect your privacy online

Surfshark VPN offers top-tier online privacy for just €1. 99/month, boosting security amid weekly data breaches....

January 29, 2026 at 15:16
Xataka
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Inside the numbers: Ten countries leading Europe’s tech investment in 2025
Inside the numbers: Ten countries leading Europe’s tech investment in 2025

Inside the numbers: Ten countries leading Europe’s tech investment in 2025

European tech investment hit €72B in 2025, with the UK leading at €21. 5B....

January 29, 2026 at 14:15
Tech.eu
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How Redwerk built a global software business without middle managers or venture capital
How Redwerk built a global software business without middle managers or venture capital

How Redwerk built a global software business without middle managers or venture capital

Kyiv-founded Redwerk scales globally without managers or VC funding. This software agency builds complex platforms for EU Parliament, fintech, and healthcare clients, demonstrating an alternative growth model in tech.

January 29, 2026 at 13:56
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Dutch data centre optimisation startup Lucend raises €2.7 million to expand to the U.S.
Dutch data centre optimisation startup Lucend raises €2.7 million to expand to the U.S.

Dutch data centre optimisation startup Lucend raises €2.7 million to expand to the U.S.

Dutch data centre AI startup Lucend raises €2. 7M to expand to the U....

January 29, 2026 at 13:46
EU-Startups
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Sanderson finally signs Cosmere adaptations after years of struggle, and Apple gives him more control than George R.R. Martin has
Sanderson finally signs Cosmere adaptations after years of struggle, and Apple gives him more control than George R.R. Martin has

Sanderson finally signs Cosmere adaptations after years of struggle, and Apple gives him more control than George R.R. Martin has

Apple TV secures unprecedented deal with Brandon Sanderson for Cosmere adaptations. The author gains extensive creative control over 'Mistborn' films and 'Stormlight Archive' series.

January 29, 2026 at 13:00
Xataka
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TetraxAI raises pre-seed funding for AI risk tools in clean energy
TetraxAI raises pre-seed funding for AI risk tools in clean energy

TetraxAI raises pre-seed funding for AI risk tools in clean energy

TetraxAI secures €1. 2M pre-seed for AI risk tools in clean energy infrastructure....

January 29, 2026 at 12:05
Tech.eu
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Levellr raises $2.5M to turn discord and gaming user voice data into brand intelligence
Levellr raises $2.5M to turn discord and gaming user voice data into brand intelligence

Levellr raises $2.5M to turn discord and gaming user voice data into brand intelligence

Levellr secures $2. 5M to transform Discord data into brand intelligence....

January 29, 2026 at 11:58
Tech.eu
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The EU-Startups Podcast | Interview with Personio co-founder & CEO Hanno Renner
The EU-Startups Podcast | Interview with Personio co-founder & CEO Hanno Renner

The EU-Startups Podcast | Interview with Personio co-founder & CEO Hanno Renner

Personio CEO Hanno Renner discusses scaling Europe's HR software giant from near-zero cash to a multi-billion valuation. The interview explores growth challenges and leadership lessons for European scaleups.

January 29, 2026 at 11:32
EU-Startups
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UK CMA wants Google to allow sites to opt out of AI Overviews
UK CMA wants Google to allow sites to opt out of AI Overviews

UK CMA wants Google to allow sites to opt out of AI Overviews

UK regulators push Google to let publishers opt out of AI Overviews. Google explores giving sites control over AI-generated search summaries to protect content creators.

January 29, 2026 at 10:45
Silicon Republic
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From lab coats to unicorns: French VC Daphni Blue closes €260 million fund to turn science into startups
From lab coats to unicorns: French VC Daphni Blue closes €260 million fund to turn science into startups

From lab coats to unicorns: French VC Daphni Blue closes €260 million fund to turn science into startups

French VC daphni closes €260M fund to transform European science into global startups. The fund has already invested in nine early-stage science-based companies, with two more TechBio deals pending.

January 29, 2026 at 10:00
EU-Startups
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TestGorilla’s Founder Wouter Durville joins the EU-Startups Summit 2026 on May 7-8 in Malta!
TestGorilla’s Founder Wouter Durville joins the EU-Startups Summit 2026 on May 7-8 in Malta!

TestGorilla’s Founder Wouter Durville joins the EU-Startups Summit 2026 on May 7-8 in Malta!

TestGorilla founder Wouter Durville to keynote EU-Startups Summit in Malta, discussing AI skills in hiring. 71% of leaders now prioritize AI fluency over experience.

January 29, 2026 at 09:30
EU-Startups
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Amsterdam-based Dealroom raises €5.8 million to scale global tech ecosystem mapping
Amsterdam-based Dealroom raises €5.8 million to scale global tech ecosystem mapping

Amsterdam-based Dealroom raises €5.8 million to scale global tech ecosystem mapping

Amsterdam-based Dealroom raises €5. 8M to map global tech ecosystems with AI....

January 29, 2026 at 08:26
EU-Startups
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daphni Blue completes €260M final close for science-driven European investments
daphni Blue completes €260M final close for science-driven European investments

daphni Blue completes €260M final close for science-driven European investments

daphni closes €260M fund for European science ventures, accelerating AI and digital tech translation from research labs. The VC will back 40 deeptech startups, fostering innovation at the science-digital intersection.

January 29, 2026 at 08:00
Tech.eu
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German HealthTech startup Recare closes €37 million funding round to scale AI platform and expand internationally
German HealthTech startup Recare closes €37 million funding round to scale AI platform and expand internationally

German HealthTech startup Recare closes €37 million funding round to scale AI platform and expand internationally

Berlin-based HealthTech Recare secures €37M to scale its AI platform and expand internationally. The funding accelerates its AI agent deployment to automate hospital workflows and address Europe's growing healthcare worker shortage.

January 29, 2026 at 07:02
EU-Startups
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AI security startup Outtake raises $40M from Iconiq, Satya Nadella, Bill Ackman, and other big names
AI security startup Outtake raises $40M from Iconiq, Satya Nadella, Bill Ackman, and other big names

AI security startup Outtake raises $40M from Iconiq, Satya Nadella, Bill Ackman, and other big names

AI security startup Outtake raises $40M for its agentic cybersecurity platform that detects identity fraud. Investors include Satya Nadella and Bill Ackman, signaling strong backing for European AI solutions.

January 28, 2026 at 22:18
TechCrunch EU Alternative
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WhatsApp will now charge AI chatbots to operate in Italy
WhatsApp will now charge AI chatbots to operate in Italy

WhatsApp will now charge AI chatbots to operate in Italy

WhatsApp launches AI chatbot charges for Italian developers, impacting messaging costs. Businesses face new fees for AI integration, signaling a shift in platform monetization.

January 28, 2026 at 20:18
TechCrunch Europe
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finanzen.net group snaps up AI investing startup Vickii
finanzen.net group snaps up AI investing startup Vickii

finanzen.net group snaps up AI investing startup Vickii

German financial portal finanzen. net Group acquires AI investing startup Vickii....

January 28, 2026 at 17:14
Tech.eu
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