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Nscale secures €1.7 billion Series C to build global AI compute infrastructure
Nscale secures €1. 7 billion Series C to build global AI compute infrastructure, accelerating development across Europe....

10 promising startups shaping Slovenia’s evolving innovation scene in 2026
Slovenia's innovation scene is highlighted by Apillon, a Web3 development platform simplifying blockchain for 150,000+ builders. The company offers plug-and-play tools for decentralised apps, having raised €3....

European tech weekly recap: €1B in deals and February's highlights
European startups secured over €1 billion in funding last week amid more than 15 M&A and exit deals. This surge highlights continued investor confidence and robust deal-making activity across the continent's tech ecosystem.

3 data sharing standards mandatory for the government
Dutch government mandates 3 data-sharing standards to enhance digital services and enable a federated data system. These standards—NL-SBB, CloudEvents, and FSC—will improve how public sector organizations exchange data securely and transparently.

Italy’s AI robotics startup Mirai Robotics raises €3.6 million to build autonomous systems for maritime operations
Italy's Mirai Robotics secures €3. 6M for AI robotics transforming maritime operations....

Nextcloud: Code smuggling possible through gap in Flow
Nextcloud Flow vulnerability allows code injection, risking instance compromise. A critical update is now available to patch this security flaw.

Germany’s Telura exits stealth with €4 million pre-Seed to unlock geothermal energy with electric impulse drilling
Germany's Telura launches with €4M pre-Seed for electric impulse drilling technology, aiming to accelerate geothermal energy access. The startup's innovation targets Europe's growing energy gap driven by AI and electrification demands.

Impending BSI alert: 18,500 companies now risk high fines
Germany's NIS2 registration deadline passed with 18,500 companies missing the mark, risking substantial fines. This oversight prompts political debate over potential errors in the cybersecurity directive's rollout.

Proton: FBI user identification shakes Swiss data protection
FBI gains access to anonymized Proton account payment data via legal aid, challenging Swiss data protection. Proton emphasizes adherence to strict Swiss legal frameworks.

LibreOffice rails against Microsoft Excel use at the EU
EU Commission preaches digital sovereignty but uses Microsoft Excel forms, drawing criticism from The Document Foundation. LibreOffice developer questions Brussels' commitment to open-source alternatives.

WhatsApp yields to Europe and ChatGPT and other AI return, with a condition
WhatsApp to allow ChatGPT and other AIs following EU pressure to avoid sanctions. Meta imposes a condition on the integration of general-purpose AI services into its messaging platform.

BSI: 11,500 critical facilities registered under NIS2
Germany's BSI registers 11,500 critical entities under NIS2 directive, highlighting widespread cybersecurity compliance. Yet, nearly 20,000 entities still need to register by the deadline.

Austrian Post acquires 70% stake in Bulgarian e-commerce logistics platform euShipments.com
Austrian Post acquires 70% of Bulgarian e-commerce logistics platform euShipments. com....

WhatsApp reverses an important decision regarding AI to appease the European Union
WhatsApp reverses AI chatbot policy to appease EU regulators. Competitor chatbots now permitted on the platform, averting potential European Commission sanctions.

Germany’s Cellbox Solutions raises €3.5 million to expand global transport technology for living cells
Germany's Cellbox Solutions raises €3. 5M for its warm-chain logistics technology, enabling global transport of living cells....

Intelligence service control: "Control must not depend on whether the intelligence service cooperates voluntarily"
German data protection chief's BND oversight lawsuit rejected, creating a "control-free zone" for intelligence agency operations. Experts urge government action to ensure effective oversight of digital surveillance.

Nextcloud in the Practical Test: BETTER than Teams? | c't 3003
German-made Nextcloud challenges US giants like Dropbox and Teams. Self-hosted tests by c't 3003 reveal its potential as a robust European alternative.

Fines now possible: Deadline for NIS2 registration obligation
Germany enforces NIS2 cybersecurity rules, levying fines as registration deadline passes. Over 30,000 entities must comply, with political concerns arising over initial figures.

After EU pressure: Meta allows AI chatbots on WhatsApp – but only for a fee
Meta allows rival AI chatbots on WhatsApp under EU pressure, but a new fee sparks doubts. Competitors could pay for integration, complicating the EU's open digital market push.

Italy’s Roboze secures DefenceTech investment ahead of US aerospace and defence headquarters launch
Italy's Roboze secures DefenceTech investment for its AI-powered manufacturing platform. The company combines hardware, materials, and software to enable distributed production of critical components for aerospace and defence.
