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Ankar, an AI-powered IP platform, secured a $20 million Series A round to revolutionize how innovation becomes defensible IP. The platform unifies the entire patent lifecycle, addressing fragmented tools and slow enterprise adoption.

Itsme, a Belgian digital identity app, replaces iDIN for online identification services in the Netherlands. Starting in 2026, Itsme will become the standard for digital verification, replacing the previous system.

Portugal's new Cybersecurity Law, transposing the NIS 2 Directive, is now in effect, impacting various entities. This decree, defined by Decree-Law No....

Brussels released a first draft Code of Practice on transparency for AI-generated content. The code addresses key considerations for AI system providers and deployers, aiming for content labeling.

London-based AI-powered employee benefits platform Ben secured €23. 6 million to expand its product offerings....

Monzo, the UK neobank, secures a full European banking license, with Dublin as its official EU headquarters. The license, authorized by the Central Bank of Ireland, allows for expanded operations across the continent.

Brussels unveiled a first draft of its Code of Practice on marking and labeling AI-generated content, pushing forward its AI Act implementation. The voluntary code, designed for providers and deployers, will finalize by June 2026, with transparency rules becoming applicable on August 2, 2026.

Quantum Systems acquired FERNRIDE, expanding into autonomous ground mobility for defense and logistics. This move integrates FERNRIDE's platform into Quantum Systems' unmanned systems ecosystem.

The Dutch Data Protection Authority fined HAN University €175,000 for failing to adequately secure personal data. The investigation revealed insufficient measures were taken to protect student and employee information.

London-based AI startup geoSurge launches to help brands improve visibility in large language models. The company's platform helps organizations assess their brand representation and maintain visibility, as LLMs shift with every update.

Luxembourg's Fundvis secured €2. 12 million to expand its AI-powered fund oversight platform across Europe....

Wodan AI secured €2 million to advance sovereign AI development using homomorphic encryption in Europe. The funding will support R&D, expand the platform for encrypted computer vision and LLMs, and relocate its headquarters to Madrid.

Danish startup NobodyWho secured €2 million in pre-seed funding to challenge Big Tech's cloud AI dominance with Small Language Models. Their device-first approach allows AI to run locally, offering data security and potentially cutting AI's carbon footprint by up to 100 times.

TikTok faces scrutiny for unlawfully tracking user activity, including shopping and dating app usage, potentially violating privacy laws. The platform's off-app tracking capabilities raise concerns about data collection practices.

BEUC urges the EU to uphold consumer protections within the Digital Omnibus proposals, specifically regarding GDPR and the AI Act. The consumer organization expresses concerns that recent proposals may weaken these safeguards.

Ramensoft, founded by former Factorial executives, launches with a €400k seed round to build a human-focused content platform. Their first product, Fika, aims to restore the prominence of human talent online, reflecting a trend towards creator-focused tech.

European privacy advocate Max Schrems criticizes the EU's proposed GDPR reform, arguing it needs significant changes. Schrems advocates for a reform that would ease burdens on small businesses while more strictly regulating data giants.

Apple is facing fresh criticism from developers, six months after the Digital Markets Act went into effect. The EU's new regulations, designed to foster competition, have yet to see full compliance from the tech giant.

Portugal implements the NIS2 directive with a new cybersecurity law to enhance digital protection. The law broadens responsibilities and introduces significant changes to national legislation.

Monzo, a UK digital bank, acquires mortgage broker Habito to expand its offerings within its app. The deal, for an undisclosed amount, will allow Monzo's 14 million users to find and secure mortgages.