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Most founders can’t question their own data

Founders rely on dashboards and data to make important business decisions, but the numbers do not always tell the full story. Understanding the method behind an analysis can reveal hidden assumptions, missing information and misleading patterns.

Ground A raises €9.1 million to industrialise laser-based counter-drone system

German defence tech company Ground A has closed a pre-seed funding round of €9.1 million, the company announced. This round is aimed at moving...

Limetax raises €36 million to build Germany’s agentic-first accounting & tax group

Limetax has raised €36 million to expand its AI-powered platform and partner with more tax firms across Germany. The Berlin-based company combines established firms with specialised AI agents for bookkeeping, payroll and financial statements.

Sci2sci Raises €1.2M Pre-Seed to Make AI Trustworthy for Biopharma

sci2sci has raised €1.2 million in pre-seed funding to expand its neurosymbolic technology for regulated industries. Its AI solutions aim to make biopharma data traceable, verifiable and trustworthy.

FLÆ Robotics: How AI and Robotics Are Transforming the Hotel Reception

FLÆ Robotics is developing BE-A to automate guest communication and routine hotel operations with AI. Founder Filip Linek explains how his own hotel experience shaped the product and its international ambitions

Kazimi Raises €2.2M to Fight Mobile Ad Fraud

Kazimi closes €2.2 million pre-seed round in Berlin Mobile cybersecurity start-up Kazimi has closed a €2.2 million pre-seed round to tackle a problem that has...

ag-tech systems Closes Seed Round to Expand Chemical-Free Weed Control Globally

NRW.BANK and family offices back ag-tech.systems' next growth phase Geilenkirchen-based ag-tech.systems has closed its Seed financing round. NRW.BANK, the promotional bank of North Rhine-Westphalia, and...

How AloFor is Disrupting Global Travel-Tech from Romania

AloFor is building an eSIM platform for international travellers across more than 200 destinations. Founder Ahmad explains how the company plans to simplify global connectivity and grow internationally.

HonwinOne: How Keith Honwin builds global infrastructure from eswatini

HonwinOne founder Keith Honwin is building technology and infrastructure from Eswatini with global ambitions. He discusses AI, Pickly, GYAP, growth, emerging markets and his long-term vision for the company.

From Construction Sites to AI Founder: How Alin Hoisan Built Prompt Director

Prompt Director helps creators turn their ideas into real projects with AI. Founder Alin Hoisan shares his journey, the platform’s development and his long-term vision.

PSTRYK: Smart Electricity and Dynamic Pricing in Poland

Polish energy tech startup PSTRYK is disrupting traditional power distribution by combining dynamic hourly electricity tariffs with real-time app automation. Founded by consumer-brand builders and energy veterans, the neo-utility empowers households to turn solar panels, heat pumps, and EV chargers into cost-saving assets.

5U AI Raises US$3.2 Million in Pre-Seed Funding

5U AI has raised US$3.2 million in pre-seed funding to expand its AI Workers platform for freight forwarding teams. The company will use the investment to scale its technology and grow across Europe.

Pstryk Secures €7 Million Series A Funding

Pstryk has secured €7 million in Series A funding to expand its dynamic pricing platform across Poland. The company aims to help households actively manage electricity consumption while accelerating innovation in the energy market.

EV Battery Warranty: AVILOO Launches Independent Battery Warranty in Norway and Denmark

AVILOO has expanded its EV Battery Warranty to Norway and Denmark, giving used electric vehicle buyers access to an independent, financially backed battery warranty...

Is Holyvolt Europe’s answer to battery independence?

Holyvolt is developing a new approach to battery manufacturing with its proprietary water-based screen-printing technology. The company explains how its production process could improve efficiency, sustainability and supply chain resilience.

Lissi GmbH secures €3.5 million: Ventech leads funding round for EUDI wallet integration

Lissi has secured €3.5 million in new funding to accelerate the expansion of its EUDI Wallet platform. The investment will support AMLR-compliant digital identity solutions for financial institutions across Europe.

FIZ: What do freelancers expect from financial management today?

FIZ is helping freelancers spend less time on administration through AI-powered financial automation. In this interview, the company shares its vision, product strategy and plans for international expansion.

AVILOO: What’s Next for Trust in the Used EV Market?

AVILOO is helping to build greater confidence in the used EV market through independent battery diagnostics and its Battery Warranty. In this interview, the company discusses market transparency, industry adoption and the future of battery health assessment.

CONTURE: Is authenticity becoming the defining trait of modern entrepreneurship?

CONTURE shares insights from more than fifteen years of entrepreneurship, resilience and international business growth. The interview explores personal transformation, leadership and the mindset needed to build a lasting business.

What Makes Chance AI Different From Other AI Applications?

Chance AI is developing a Visual Agent that helps people understand the world through AI-powered visual interaction. The company is focused on making Visual AI more intuitive, contextual, and useful in everyday life.

How to protect high-tech electric charging stations?

With EV charging infrastructure expanding rapidly, protecting charging stations from damage, theft and vandalism has become increasingly important. CCTV, speed bumps, barriers and access control systems help operators secure valuable charging assets and reduce risks.

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