Staff reporter at Prompt and Model, covering Artificial Intelligence.
Berlin’s startup and VC scene remains concentrated in Mitte, with several cafes, restaurants, and coworking spaces serving as key meeting spots for founders and investors. From Soho House to The Delta Campus, these locations offer networking opportunities in a city known for its vibrant tech ecosystem.
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced its latest cohort of scaleup support programme, aiming to help fintech startups navigate compliance efforts as they grow rapidly.
Former employees from leading European tech unicorns are launching their own startups in stealth mode, leveraging their experience to innovate in various sectors.
US-based venture firm Accel has raised $800m for its ninth Europe and Israel early-stage VC fund, with a focus on AI and defence.
A recent roundtable discussion highlighted the challenges Europe faces in financing its sustainability ambitions, with investors struggling to carry promising companies through growth, deployment, and exit.
Two senior executives at Swedish fintech Klarna are set to leave the company early next year, marking another leadership change following its public listing.
In the UK, deeptech founders are benefiting from a surge in investor interest, allowing them to command premium terms in term sheets.
Industry leaders and researchers urge the UK government to change non-compete rules, citing restrictive clauses that hinder talent mobility and competitiveness.
QuantumLight, a venture capital firm cofounded by Revolut CEO Nik Storonsky, has closed its second fund at $500m.
In the face of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainian tech workers have found ways to maintain morale and productivity despite the challenges.
Fintech startups are mimicking AI companies by announcing their annual recurring revenue (ARR) milestones, a trend that has become a regular feature in the European tech world.
Several spinouts from the University of Glasgow are seeking to raise funds, highlighting the growing deeptech ecosystem in Scotland.
Swiss AI startup Gravis Robotics, specializing in automating heavy construction equipment, has raised $200 million in Series A funding from SoftBank, achieving a $1 billion valuation. The company's AI models enable autonomous operation of industrial machinery, boosting productivity by up to 30%.
Account farms, which involve the creation of fake, synthetic, or stolen online user profiles, are now being sold through standalone websites, posing a significant threat to consumer and business security.
Revolut, Europe's most valuable private tech company, plans to open airport lounges, sparking debate about the fintech giant's expansion into physical spaces.
Multiverse Computing, a Spanish AI scaleup, is on track to close a €500m Series C round, positioning itself as a leading force in Europe's AI sector. The company specializes in reducing compute requirements for large AI models, attracting significant investment and strategic partnerships.
Jack Parker-Holder, a former Google DeepMind researcher, is leading a new AI lab in London with a $500 million funding goal. Six other DeepMind researchers are involved, and the lab aims to advance AI models and governance.
London-based defence startup Uforce is in talks to raise fresh funding, aiming for a valuation of upwards of $4 billion, less than six months after reaching unicorn status with a $1 billion valuation.
Lovable, a Stockholm-based vibe-coding platform, has raised $400m in funding at a $13.3bn valuation. The investment was led by existing investor Menlo Ventures and the Scaleup Fund, managed by EQT.
Swedish AI legal startup Legora is reportedly in talks with investors to raise funding at a valuation of at least $10 billion, nearly double its previous valuation.
A venture lab in London is working on innovative technologies that could help decarbonize industries and save the planet.
Investors remain bullish on drone startups despite an overcrowded European market. Venture capitalists highlight innovative companies across sectors like mosquito control, firefighting, and agriculture, with significant funding rounds and unique technological advancements.
A recent report highlights the most active public funds in Europe during the first half of 2026. These funds have contributed to key sectors in various European countries.