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Daily digest of all European digital development news
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.
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....
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....
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....
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.
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.
Meike Kamp: "GDPR Changes Shake the Cornerstones of Data Protection"
Berlin experts warn upcoming GDPR changes weaken personal data definitions and pose new digital omnibus threats. This shake-up risks undermining fundamental data protection pillars across Europe.
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.
European Data Protection Day: The term "anonymized" is often used misleadingly
Data privacy experts warn anonymization techniques are fragile and political shifts can endanger personal data. The EU Data Protection Day highlighted these risks, emphasizing crucial years ahead for digital rights.
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....
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.
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.
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.
Lithography Systems: Record Bookings for ASML Due to AI
ASML reports record orders for lithography systems fueled by AI demand. The Dutch chip equipment giant is nearing €10 billion in revenue as chipmakers invest heavily in advanced manufacturing.
Social welfare reform: Commission recommends reduction of fundamental rights
Germany's social welfare reform pushes for a "digital restart" using AI and automated processes. This plan could weaken data protection and risks discrimination for vulnerable groups.
finanzen.net group snaps up AI investing startup Vickii
German financial portal finanzen. net Group acquires AI investing startup Vickii....
Nestlé, PepsiCo and L’Oréal among brands using Dragonfly AI as it raises €5.7 million for predictive AI
London-based Dragonfly AI secures €5. 7M for neuroscience-led creative testing technology....
We were guests in the House of Representatives to talk about the (intended) takeover of Solvinity for DigiD
Dutch parliamentarians debate Solvinity's potential US takeover, warning it could disrupt citizens' access to the DigiD digital identity. Concerns highlight risks to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of crucial government services.
Telefónica is converting its telephone exchanges into small data centers: the cloud will have a neighborhood version
Telefónica launches 17 mini data centers across Spain, bringing cloud and AI closer to users. This edge computing network reduces latency and enhances local data jurisdiction.
heise offer: iX-Workshop: IT Law for Admins – Paths to legally compliant IT practice
Berlin: iX workshop offers IT admins practical guidance on navigating CRA, NIS-2, and AI Act compliance. Learn to secure IT infrastructure and ensure legal adherence in everyday operations.