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STV, a Czech defense group, partners with British cybersecurity startup Post-Quantum to deploy a quantum-safe communications platform. The agreement will protect sensitive data and operations from emerging quantum threats across European and NATO defense markets.

Bulgarian fintech unicorn Payhawk downplayed the impact of US rival Brex's EU launch, citing different target markets and the EU's fragmented landscape. The company, which offers spend management services, reported €23....

henQ, a Dutch venture capital firm, launches its fifth fund, securing €67. 57 million to invest in B2B software teams across Europe....

European AI funding nearly doubled from €2. 2 billion in 2021 to €4....

UK-based Vigilant AI. ai secured €665k in pre-seed funding to expand its AI teammate platform for regulated businesses....

Copenhagen-based Contribe secured €1. 3 million to expand its platform enabling charitable donations during online shopping....

Vigilant AI. ai secured £585,000 in pre-seed funding to deploy "AI Teammates" for regulated businesses, addressing AI compliance concerns....

Amsterdam-based Source. ag secured €15....

Holi, a Polish HealthTech startup, secured €3 million in seed funding to expand its digital obesity clinic across Europe. The data-driven platform will target Southern and Eastern European markets, following the lead of several other funded digital health companies.

Swiss robotics company mimic secured €13. 8 million in seed funding to deploy its AI-powered robots across multiple industries....

The Dutch government launches the "Denk vooruit" campaign, urging citizens to prepare for emergencies, including digital disruptions like cyberattacks. This initiative provides resources to help people cope with potential failures of the internet and mobile networks.

German AI startup octonomy secures a $20 million seed round to expand its agentic AI platform for complex service workflows. The funding will accelerate the development of digital coworkers designed to handle technical support tasks, achieving 95% accuracy and integrating within 20 days.

Spanish Army's Logistics Academy is developing "Gonzalo" (GZLO), an AI model to assist military operations. This ChatGPT-like system aims to serve as an administrative assistant, focusing on security and confidentiality within the armed forces.

Parisian deeptech startup Altrove secured $10 million in seed funding to scale its AI-designed materials, reducing reliance on critical imported resources. The funding will allow Altrove to expand labs and grow the team, aiming for industrial-scale production within two years.

Brussels launched the "Doorverwijsboom" for organizations under the Cyberbeveiligingswet (Cbw) to streamline incident reporting and support. The resource provides sector-specific guidance, CSIRT contact information, and links to ten mandatory security measures.

Spanish fintech startup Abacum, led by CEO Julio Martinez, streamlines financial operations with its AI-powered platform for CFOs. The company, serving hundreds of mid-market firms across 31 countries, has raised $105 million to date.

The European Central Bank plans a pilot program for the digital euro, launching in mid-2027 if legislation passes in 2026. Issuance of the digital currency could follow in 2029.

The European Central Bank is preparing to launch the digital euro, with plans for it to enter circulation by 2029. This digital currency aims to provide a secure and efficient means of payment for all citizens.

Italian tech conglomerate Bending Spoons secured $710 million in an equity round, valuing the company at $11 billion. This follows the acquisition of AOL and fuels Bending Spoons' plans for further investment and growth.

European robotics secured €618. 7 million across 33 deals in the first half of 2025, representing a broadening scope in the market....