Not all important news makes the front page.
As the tech world races forward, a few key updates might’ve slipped through the cracks.
Here’s our roundup of what else went down this week across Europe’s startup and VC scene.
GoDutch names Matias Tesolin as Chief Product & Technology Officer
Fresh off his exit from Ligo, Matias Tesolin has joined Amsterdam-based fintech GoDutch as CPTO. Known for his product and tech speed, Tesolin has already been working closely with the GoDutch team for nine months. The move signals the company’s ambition to scale its consumer-focused financial platform rapidly. Read more.
Utrecht-based Amigos raises €2.5M from celebrity investors for global expansion
Utrecht-based Amigos, a social app that encourages real-life meetups, has raised €2.5M in funding from a group of Dutch celebrities. Backers include Marco van Basten, Sander Schimmelpenninck, Sam Feldt, Frans Duijts, and Frank Rijkaard. With this round, founder Johanan Fraanje plans to expand into Australia, Chile, and Canada—aiming to be active in 40 countries by 2027. Read more.
London-based Paid raises €10M to power the AI agent economy
Stealth startup Paid has raised €10M in pre-seed funding from EQT Ventures and Sequoia Capital to build the financial infrastructure for AI agents. Founded by Outreach co-founder Manny Medina, the platform helps AI agent companies monetize more effectively with outcome-based pricing, real-time margin visibility, and renewal-ready dashboards. The funding will support beta expansion and team growth in London. Read more
CamGraPhIC raises €25M Series A to power graphene-based optical tech
Italian deeptech startup CamGraPhIC has secured €25M in Series A funding to scale its graphene-based optical transceivers, which promise up to 80% energy savings over silicon photonics. Backed by CDP Venture Capital, NATO Innovation Fund, Sony Innovation Fund, and others, the company will expand R&D in Pisa and set up a pilot line near Milan. The tech is aimed at boosting efficiency in AI, HPC, and future data-intensive industries. Read more.
SURE Mobility and Scootmobiel Goes partner to boost inclusive mobility in Zeeland
Dutch mobility startup SURE Mobility has partnered with Scootmobiel Goes to deliver accessible, on-demand electric mobility solutions across Zeeland. Through the SURE2Rent platform, tourists and locals with mobility challenges can easily rent e-vehicles like e-choppers, e-runners, and duo bikes—delivered to campsites, marinas, or hotels. The 1,400m² flagship store in Goes will soon be transformed into a full-fledged SURE Xperience Centre. Read more.
DeepIP raises €13.8M Series A to modernise patents with AI
Paris- and NYC-based DeepIP has secured $15M (nearly €13.8M) in Series A funding led by Resonance, with Headline, Serena Capital, and Balderton also participating. The startup uses “trusted AI” to help patent lawyers cut drafting time by up to 50 per cent, offering productivity tools embedded directly in Microsoft Word. Founded in 2024, DeepIP is already used by major IP firms across the US and Europe, and plans to scale its operations and product intelligence. Read more.
Compri lands €1.6M to automate procurement for mid-market manufacturers
Milan-based Compri has raised €1.6M in pre-seed funding to bring AI-powered automation to the procurement process. Backed by Italian Founders Fund and Amsterdam-based DFF Ventures, the platform reduces manual work by up to 50% and helps companies unlock up to 10 per cent in annual savings. Already onboarding clients with up to €300M in revenue, Compri is aiming to modernise procurement for Europe’s under-digitised industrial sector. Read more.
experial raises €2M to transform market research with AI-powered digital twins
German deep-tech startup experial has secured €2M in pre-seed funding led by Capnamic, with backing from xdeck and notable angels. Its AI simulates consumer behavior through digital twins, enabling real-time market analysis without personal data. Already working with clients like Fressnapf and TDK, experial is developing research agents and tools to assess ads and social content—aiming to make market insights faster, cheaper, and bias-free. Read more.
Icelandic startup Heima raises $1M to bring AI-powered productivity to families
Reykjavík-based Heima has secured $1M in funding from Frumtak Ventures to expand its gamified household management app. Already used by over 11% of Iceland’s population, Heima is now building an AI assistant to help families manage chores and mental load more efficiently. New features include a reward shop for kids and quality checks for parents—bringing a workplace-level productivity mindset into the home. Read more.
Soldera raises €2.5M to automate renewable energy certificate management
Estonia’s Soldera has secured €2.5M in seed funding from Lifeline Ventures, Skaala, and Lemonade Stand VC to automate the management and sale of Guarantees of Origin (GOs). The AI-powered platform replaces manual GO trading and compliance processes, helping utilities and renewable energy producers maximize profits and reduce admin. Already trusted by 3,000+ power plants, Soldera is scaling across Europe to bring efficiency and transparency to the GO market. Read more.
Belgium’s ARK Capture Solutions raises €2.2M to tackle low-concentration CO₂ emissions
Cleantech startup ARK Capture Solutions has raised over €2.2M in pre-seed funding to scale its proprietary carbon capture tech for low-concentration emissions—an overlooked segment representing 50 per cent of global CO₂ output. Backed by Aperam Ventures and Seeder Fund, ARK’s hybrid system cuts capture costs by 50 per cent and is modular, electric, and HSE-friendly. The funding will support tech upscaling and market entry across Europe. Read more.
Differential Bio emerges from stealth with €2M to revolutionise biomanufacturing
Munich-based Differential Bio has secured €2M in pre-seed funding to advance its Virtual Scale-up Platform, which integrates microbiology, lab automation, and AI to optimize and scale bioprocesses. Backed by Ananda Impact Ventures and ReGen Ventures, the startup aims to accelerate the development of bio-based products, reducing time and costs for industries like food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Read more.
Assemble You secures €1.20M to enhance audio-based corporate learning
UK-based Assemble You has raised €1.20M in a funding round led by Midven, with participation from Ufi VocTech Trust and angel investors. The company offers a library of nearly 400 audio lessons focusing on business-critical skills, aiming to provide engaging, human-led digital learning experiences. The new funds will be used to expand its content offerings and accelerate growth. Read more.
Clock&Cloud raises €1.5M to advance AI-powered geopolitical intelligence platform
Helsinki-based startup Clock&Cloud has secured €1.5M n pre-seed funding led by Ugly Duckling Ventures, with participation from existing investor Icebreaker.vc. The company specializes in transforming geopolitical intelligence into actionable business insights, helping organisations navigate global uncertainties. The funding will support product development and expansion efforts. Read more.
Tribune Therapeutics raises €37M to develop next-gen anti-fibrotic therapies
Stockholm- and Oslo-based Tribune Therapeutics has secured €37M in Seed and Series A funding to advance its pipeline of disease-modifying treatments for fibrotic conditions. Led by LifeArc Ventures with support from Novo Holdings, HealthCap, Industrifonden, and others, the round will fund clinical development of Tribune’s lead candidate TRX-44—an innovative CCN5 mimic targeting the core mechanisms of scar tissue formation in diseases like idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Read more.
First Water raises €39M to scale sustainable land-based salmon farming in Iceland
Icelandic aquaculture startup First Water has raised €39M in fresh equity from existing shareholders, bringing total equity funding to €161M and overall financing to €240M. The new capital will help complete the first of six phases at its Þorlákshöfn facility, which will eventually produce 50,000 tonnes of salmon annually by 2030. The company has already sold 2,000 tonnes of premium-quality salmon and signed major energy agreements to power future growth. Read more.
Sateliot raises €70M Series B to scale space-based 5G-IoT connectivity
Barcelona-based Sateliot has secured €70M in Series B funding to expand its constellation of low-Earth orbit satellites, aiming to offer affordable, global 5G-IoT coverage. Backed by Hyperion Fund, the Spanish government’s SETT, and the European Investment Bank, the funding will support the deployment of over 100 satellites. With €270M in contracts and ambitions to hit €1B in revenue by 2030, Sateliot is cementing its role in Europe’s sovereign telecom infrastructure. Read more.
Chronicle raises $12M to scale its onchain Oracle infrastructure for tokenised assets
Zug-based Chronicle, Ethereum’s first DeFi-native Oracle and a key player in tokenised asset infrastructure, has raised $12M in seed funding led by Strobe Ventures. Backed by major names like Brevan Howard Digital and Galaxy Vision Hill, Chronicle powers real-time, verifiable data feeds for issuers like Centrifuge, Superstate, and M^0. The funding will support product innovation and compliance as institutional demand for RWAs continues to surge. Read more.
recalm raises €3M+ Series A to scale noise-cancelling tech for machine operators
Hamburg-based recalm has secured over €3M in Series A funding from bmp Ventures, SymbiaVC, and existing investors to expand production of its ANCOR audio system. Designed for heavy machinery cabins, ANCOR uses active noise cancelling and communication tech to boost safety, comfort, and efficiency. With rising demand from OEMs like Sennebogen and Menzi Muck, recalm will open a new production site in Barleben while continuing R&D in Hamburg. Read more.
UK’s Level secures €125.5M to ease legal and probate-related financial stress
London-based Level has raised £105M (nearly €125.5M) from Pollen Street Capital and Capricorn Capital Partners to expand its financial services for individuals navigating legal proceedings and probate delays. With £100B tied up in probate and inheritance tax receipts expected to surge, Level aims to offer fast, empathetic support during critical life moments. The new capital will help scale its impact across a growing, underserved market. Read more.
Gaiarooms raises €10M+ to digitise and automate hotel management
Madrid-based Gaiarooms has secured over €10M in funding led by Bonsai Venture Capital, with participation from strategic hospitality investors. The company offers small and independent hotels an automated, tech-first management solution designed to boost profitability and streamline operations. The funding will accelerate Gaiarooms’ expansion into new markets and help challenge traditional hotel chain dominance with a scalable, digital alternative. Read more.
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