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Ireland’s newest pot of gold: 10 of the most promising startups to watch in 2026
Ireland's tech scene is booming with 10 promising Dublin-based startups across biotech, AI, fintech, and enterprise software. These young companies are attracting significant early funding and launching innovative products to drive the ecosystem forward.

Sendance secures investment to grow wearable sensor and data platform
Austrian startup Sendance secures new funding for its wearable sensor and data platform. The investment will boost digital health product development and expand adoption of its patented technology for medical devices.

Platform designed to cut cell and gene therapy production costs attracts €6.9 million for UK startup Tozaro
UK biotech startup Tozaro secures €6. 9M to cut gene therapy costs using 'Smart Polymer' technology....

After spooking Hollywood, ByteDance will tweak safeguards on new AI model
ByteDance is improving safeguards on its AI video generator after Hollywood accuses it of copyright violation. Generated videos of actors went viral, prompting concerns about IP infringement and potential EU regulatory scrutiny.

Intuos receives €720K for non-commercial aviation operations and safety
Intuos secures €720K for its digital platform enhancing non-commercial aviation safety and efficiency. The AI-powered solution digitizes flight planning and monitors performance, aiming for global expansion.

Cyber Resilience Act: ORC Working Group publishes first white paper
EU regulators unveil new cybersecurity rules targeting digital products. Open source software stewards are now recognized as key legal actors under the Cyber Resilience Act.

Austrian creator of viral OpenClaw joins OpenAI
Austrian AI creator Peter Steinberger joins OpenAI, sparking debate about European tech talent drain. His viral OpenClaw assistant becomes an open-source foundation supported by OpenAI.

Milan-based Contents secures €5.9 million for AI workflow platform, sets up Doha hub for Middle East expansion
Milan's Contents secures €5. 9M for AI workflow execution, expanding to Doha....

The Fourth Law secures investment to advance drone AI for Ukraine
Kyiv-based The Fourth Law secures funding for drone AI advancement. Their AI and robotics solutions for defense, including on-edge AI, enhance drone mission success rates.

European tech weekly recap: More than 65 tech funding deals worth over €3.4B
European tech secured €3. 4B in funding across 65+ deals last week....

Legora and Tandem Health CEOs reject Anthropic and OpenAI threat
Swedish AI startup CEOs dismiss US AI lab threat, arguing their specialized legal and health AI platforms offer distinct value. While frontier models spark interest, they don't compete with deep industry infrastructure like Legora's document management.

Large-Scale Pilots of AI and GenAI for Medical Imaging
Commission launches EUR 9M pilot call for AI in medical imaging to boost analysis of scans like MRI and CT. The initiative, running April to October 2026, aims to integrate AI into real-world clinical settings.

Sitegeist secures €4M pre-seed for AI modular robots in construction
Munich startup Sitegeist secures €4M for AI robots automating construction repair. Robotics and AI tackle Europe's €100B infrastructure backlog, boosting efficiency and safety.

Eindhoven’s MedTech startup Xyall secures €7.6 million for global rollout of its automated tissue dissection system
Eindhoven's Xyall secures €7. 6M for its automated tissue dissection system, digitizing molecular pathology workflows....

Here are the 55 best Presidents Day deals we’ve found so far
Presidents Day sales slash prices on top tech gadgets, offering significant savings on popular brands. Score deals on wireless earbuds, iPads, and LG OLED TVs before they expire.

Big Tech are paying up to $600,000 to influencers to promote their AI. Now the race is about perception
Big Tech firms like Google and Microsoft are paying influencers up to $600,000 to promote their AI services. This surge in influencer marketing aims to shape public perception and capture new users for generative AI platforms.

The best apps for Android 2026: new, essential, and hidden gems
Spanish tech publication Xataka compiles a list of essential Android apps for 2026, blending new releases with timeless favourites. The curated selection aims to equip new Android users with top-tier software beyond pre-installed options.

Samsung Galaxy S26+: Prototype for sale on Craigslist surfaced
Samsung Galaxy S26+ prototype surfaces online for $1650, revealing a new camera design and privacy display. This leak offers an early glimpse at potential hardware innovations.

Safety on Rails: The Railway is Arming Up – Data Protectionists Urge Caution
German railways will deploy bodycams after violent attacks, sparking privacy concerns. Experts demand strict rules for personal data protection amid the rollout.

Google criticizes Europe's plan to adopt free software
Google criticizes EU digital sovereignty plans favoring open-source software. The tech giant warns Brussels' policies could hinder innovation and reduce user choice by reducing reliance on US firms.
