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ZOLLHOF spins out ZOHO.VC as new €10 million early-stage fund hits 70% first close
ZOLLHOF spins out ZOHO.VC as new €10 million early-stage fund hits 70% first close

ZOLLHOF spins out ZOHO.VC as new €10 million early-stage fund hits 70% first close

Nuremberg's ZOLLHOF spins out ZOHO. VC, securing €7 million for early-stage tech startups....

January 27, 2026 at 18:00
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Oppo A6 Pro 5G, analysis: the mobile that has taken very seriously not to break or turn off
Oppo A6 Pro 5G, analysis: the mobile that has taken very seriously not to break or turn off

Oppo A6 Pro 5G, analysis: the mobile that has taken very seriously not to break or turn off

Oppo launches A6 Pro 5G focusing on durability and battery life, targeting mainstream users. This phone promises a robust build and extended usage without interruption.

January 27, 2026 at 16:01
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Samsung will start manufacturing HBM4 memory in February with a clear mission: to break SK Hynix's monopoly in AI
Samsung will start manufacturing HBM4 memory in February with a clear mission: to break SK Hynix's monopoly in AI

Samsung will start manufacturing HBM4 memory in February with a clear mission: to break SK Hynix's monopoly in AI

Samsung begins HBM4 chip production in February, targeting NVIDIA to break SK Hynix's AI memory dominance. This move is crucial for Samsung's market share amid soaring AI demand.

January 27, 2026 at 15:31
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Kaspersky ends January with a great promo: its VPN is half price for a year
Kaspersky ends January with a great promo: its VPN is half price for a year

Kaspersky ends January with a great promo: its VPN is half price for a year

Kaspersky cuts VPN price by 50% for one year, offering secure browsing for under €20. This promotion makes robust online privacy accessible and affordable for European users.

January 27, 2026 at 15:15
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PETs as a tool for privacy-conscious data use
PETs as a tool for privacy-conscious data use

PETs as a tool for privacy-conscious data use

Dutch government bodies explore Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs) to balance data-driven insights with GDPR compliance. These tools enable data analysis while protecting individual privacy, fostering wider digital collaboration.

January 27, 2026 at 14:38
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Legaltech Luminance unveils its biggest platform upgrade in a decade
Legaltech Luminance unveils its biggest platform upgrade in a decade

Legaltech Luminance unveils its biggest platform upgrade in a decade

Legaltech Luminance launches its biggest platform upgrade in a decade, integrating AI for contract intelligence. The update addresses the loss of negotiation context in enterprise contracts, becoming the organization's "legal brain."

January 27, 2026 at 14:31
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How Studocu Is Redefining Exam Prep With AI and over 50 Million Documents [Sponsored]
How Studocu Is Redefining Exam Prep With AI and over 50 Million Documents [Sponsored]

How Studocu Is Redefining Exam Prep With AI and over 50 Million Documents [Sponsored]

Studocu uses AI to summarize 50M+ study documents, helping 60M students globally. AI tools like instant summaries and quizzes accelerate learning for 90% of students embracing AI.

January 27, 2026 at 14:13
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Evaro secures $25M to support consumer brands in offering digital healthcare services
Evaro secures $25M to support consumer brands in offering digital healthcare services

Evaro secures $25M to support consumer brands in offering digital healthcare services

Evaro secures $25M Series A to embed regulated digital healthcare services into consumer brands. The platform aims to expand access to care, having already served over two million patients.

January 27, 2026 at 14:02
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Dangers of Clawdbot and how to protect yourself from them before deciding to use it
Dangers of Clawdbot and how to protect yourself from them before deciding to use it

Dangers of Clawdbot and how to protect yourself from them before deciding to use it

AI agent Clawdbot grants full computer access, posing data risks. Even creators warn of potential exposure if not secured carefully.

January 27, 2026 at 13:50
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Paraglide raises $5M Seed to reinvent accounts receivable with Agentic AI
Paraglide raises $5M Seed to reinvent accounts receivable with Agentic AI

Paraglide raises $5M Seed to reinvent accounts receivable with Agentic AI

Paraglide launches AI agents to automate accounts receivable, securing $5M to combat billing chaos. Early users report a 34% DSO reduction, freeing finance teams for strategic tasks.

January 27, 2026 at 13:30
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ZOHO.VC completes first closing at 70% of target fund
ZOHO.VC completes first closing at 70% of target fund

ZOHO.VC completes first closing at 70% of target fund

German incubator ZOLLHOF's venture arm ZOHO. VC secures €7M for deeptech and software startups....

January 27, 2026 at 13:15
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London’s Ascension Ventures secures up to €11.5 million commitment to support regional early-stage founders
London’s Ascension Ventures secures up to €11.5 million commitment to support regional early-stage founders

London’s Ascension Ventures secures up to €11.5 million commitment to support regional early-stage founders

London's Ascension Ventures secures up to €11. 5M from the British Business Bank to back early-stage founders outside London....

January 27, 2026 at 13:07
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WhatsApp charged almost one euro for the app in 2013. And it is on its way to doing so again.
WhatsApp charged almost one euro for the app in 2013. And it is on its way to doing so again.

WhatsApp charged almost one euro for the app in 2013. And it is on its way to doing so again.

WhatsApp beta leaks hint at a return to paid subscriptions to avoid ads, potentially costing users nearly a euro. This move could impact millions of European users.

January 27, 2026 at 13:01
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Scoro acquires Envoice to close the project cost visibility gap
Scoro acquires Envoice to close the project cost visibility gap

Scoro acquires Envoice to close the project cost visibility gap

Estonian Scoro acquires AI expense firm Envoice, merging project management with automated spend tracking. This digital integration offers real-time cost visibility to professional services firms, vital in an AI-disrupted market.

January 27, 2026 at 12:59
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Inside Finland’s next wave of innovation: 10 promising startups to keep an eye on this 2026!
Inside Finland’s next wave of innovation: 10 promising startups to keep an eye on this 2026!

Inside Finland’s next wave of innovation: 10 promising startups to keep an eye on this 2026!

Finland launches a new wave of deeptech innovation, highlighting 10 promising startups founded since 2023. Distance Technologies, a standout, develops AI-driven 3D lightfield displays for defense and automotive sectors.

January 27, 2026 at 12:00
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EIB backs Belgian MedTech startup SamanTree Medical with €20 million to support real-time surgical imaging
EIB backs Belgian MedTech startup SamanTree Medical with €20 million to support real-time surgical imaging

EIB backs Belgian MedTech startup SamanTree Medical with €20 million to support real-time surgical imaging

Belgian MedTech SamanTree Medical secures €20M from EIB for surgical imaging tech. This funding boosts advanced real-time tissue analysis and expands the company's European and US commercial presence.

January 27, 2026 at 11:32
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With Clue and Lovehoney as partners, Evaro secures €21 million to expand NHS-licensed embedded health services
With Clue and Lovehoney as partners, Evaro secures €21 million to expand NHS-licensed embedded health services

With Clue and Lovehoney as partners, Evaro secures €21 million to expand NHS-licensed embedded health services

Evaro secures €21 million to expand its NHS-licensed digital healthcare platform, embedding prescription services into trusted brands. This funding accelerates its expansion across treatment areas and clinical capabilities, mirroring broader European HealthTech investment trends.

January 27, 2026 at 10:58
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Brickanta closes $8M round to expand AI use in construction planning
Brickanta closes $8M round to expand AI use in construction planning

Brickanta closes $8M round to expand AI use in construction planning

Stockholm's Brickanta secures $8M for its AI construction platform, aiming to boost productivity. The agentic AI system streamlines pre-construction workflows, with plans for European expansion.

January 27, 2026 at 10:15
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Electronics brands including Apple and PlayStation turn to subscriptions as Raylo secures €34.5 million
Electronics brands including Apple and PlayStation turn to subscriptions as Raylo secures €34.5 million

Electronics brands including Apple and PlayStation turn to subscriptions as Raylo secures €34.5 million

Raylo secures €34. 5M to power LG's electronics subscriptions, signalling a major shift to recurring revenue models for brands....

January 27, 2026 at 10:06
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UK’s Synthesia valued at $4bn after Google Ventures-led series E raise
UK’s Synthesia valued at $4bn after Google Ventures-led series E raise

UK’s Synthesia valued at $4bn after Google Ventures-led series E raise

UK AI unicorn Synthesia secures $200M Series E, valuing the company at $4B. Google Ventures led the round, fueling further expansion in AI-powered video generation.

January 27, 2026 at 09:59
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