https://promptandmodel.com/2026-08-21https://promptandmodel.com/share-home.svg https://promptandmodel.com/news/singular-photonics-secures-funding-023801f4/2026-08-21https://promptandmodel.com/share-singular-photonics-secures-funding-023801f4.svgArtificial flowers, pink roses, vase, colorful, decoration, black marble. Artificial IntelligenceSingular Photonics raises $2.15 million to develop next-generation image sensors based on single-photon avalanche diode technology (Source: Tech.eu) https://promptandmodel.com/news/velatir-secures-5m-seed-a4ae5b7c/2026-08-21https://promptandmodel.com/share-velatir-secures-5m-seed-a4ae5b7c.svgPots, decor, artificial, inside. Artificial IntelligenceDanish AI startup Velatir raises €5 million in seed funding to expand its AI infrastructure platform across Europe (Source: Tech.eu) https://promptandmodel.com/news/marie-sk-odowska-curie-fcd9faa8/2026-08-21https://promptandmodel.com/share-marie-sk-odowska-curie-fcd9faa8.svgFishing, rod, hooks, fish, fisherman, sport. Artificial Intelligence equipmentThe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions fellowship has been shaping research careers for 30 years, evolving into a global research talent network (Source: Tech.eu) https://promptandmodel.com/news/aisel-health-raises-7m-18dcd615/2026-08-21https://promptandmodel.com/share-aisel-health-raises-7m-18dcd615.svgRobot, technology, face, android, futuristic, sci-fi. Artificial Intelligence technologyAisel Health, a Danish HealthTech company, has secured €1.7 million in pre-seed funding to develop an operating system for psychiatry and mental health, aiming to reduce waiting lists and improve... https://promptandmodel.com/news/paralo-secures-funding-streamline/2026-08-20https://promptandmodel.com/share-paralo-secures-funding-streamline.svgRobot, darkness, free background, free, lamp, background. Artificial Intelligence backgroundUK golf technology startup Paralo raises £270,000 to develop an operating system for golf clubs and a connected product for golfers (Source: Tech.eu) https://promptandmodel.com/news/lithuanian-ai-startup-guideless/2026-08-20https://promptandmodel.com/share-lithuanian-ai-startup-guideless.svgWoman posing in studio while photographer captures with vintage camera. Artificial Intelligence...Guideless, an AI-powered software training platform, has raised €1 million to further develop its technology and expand internationally. (Source: Tech.eu) https://promptandmodel.com/news/solinide-secures-funding-commercialise/2026-08-20https://promptandmodel.com/share-solinide-secures-funding-commercialise.svgTwo scientists wearing lab coats and goggles analyzing a robotic arm in a laboratory setting...Solinide Photonics, a Swedish deeptech company, has raised €4 million in seed funding to commercialise its silicon nitride photonic integrated circuit technology for AI data centres. https://promptandmodel.com/news/callosum-secures-100m-seed/2026-08-20https://promptandmodel.com/share-callosum-secures-100m-seed.svgArtificial turf, artificial grass, synthetic grass, synthetic fiber, plastic grass, green grass...UK AI startup Callosum raises $100M in seed round to develop software infrastructure for AI workloads on different chips and models (Source: Tech.eu) https://promptandmodel.com/news/oakley-capital-acquires-majority/2026-08-20https://promptandmodel.com/share-oakley-capital-acquires-majority.svgMy Art: https: stevejohnsonart.us. Artificial IntelligencePrivate equity firm Oakley Capital has acquired a majority stake in Graphwise, a leading enterprise AI data platform provider, marking one of Bulgaria’s largest software exits. The company, formed... https://promptandmodel.com/news/late-payments-draining-europe/2026-08-20https://promptandmodel.com/share-late-payments-draining-europe.svgA white humanoid robot in a studio setting showcasing advanced robotics and modern technology...Late payments are a significant issue in Europe, with the EU Payment Observatory estimating that tackling this issue could unlock over €100bn in additional cash flow each year. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/european-ai-infrastructure-startup/2026-08-20https://promptandmodel.com/share-european-ai-infrastructure-startup.svgColorful 3D render showcasing AI and programming with reflective abstract visuals. Artificial...Velatir, a Danish AI infrastructure startup, has secured €5m in seed funding to expand its operations across Europe. The company aims to provide businesses with control and transparency over... https://promptandmodel.com/news/europe-quest-frontier-ai/2026-08-20https://promptandmodel.com/share-europe-quest-frontier-ai.svgA large robot stands beside a small toy robot with colorful , showcasing technology innovation...As Europe seeks to reduce its reliance on top-performing AI models from US labs, concerns arise about the viability of homegrown alternatives. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/openai-dismisses-acquisition-rumors/2026-08-19https://promptandmodel.com/share-openai-dismisses-acquisition-rumors.svgClose-up of a white toy robot with glowing eyes in a studio setting. Artificial Intelligence...OpenAI clarifies that a public offer to acquire a teenage entrepreneur's startup idea during a Dublin event was merely a joke and not a genuine acquisition attempt. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/revolut-ceo-borrow-against/2026-08-19https://promptandmodel.com/share-revolut-ceo-borrow-against.svgAdvanced humanoid robot with glowing blue accents in a digital network setting. Artificial...Revolut's CEO may borrow up to $250m against his shares, according to reports (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/startups-crack-down-ai/2026-08-19https://promptandmodel.com/share-startups-crack-down-ai.svgRose gold, tao dan, nature artificial. Artificial IntelligenceAs AI-generated writing becomes more prevalent in startups, companies are establishing policies to combat the resulting communication problems and ensure clarity and originality in internal... https://promptandmodel.com/news/domyn-ceo-uljan-sharka/2026-08-19https://promptandmodel.com/share-domyn-ceo-uljan-sharka.svgSmartphone displaying AI app with book on AI technology in background. Artificial IntelligenceUljan Sharka, founder and CEO of Italian AI unicorn Domyn, discusses the potential of small language models, Europe’s AI ambitions through the EU’s Europa frontier model consortium, and leadership... https://promptandmodel.com/news/taimi-hily-prepare-ipo/2026-08-19https://promptandmodel.com/share-taimi-hily-prepare-ipo.svgIce, artificial ice, studio ice, macro, decor, the scenery. Artificial Intelligence backgroundTaimi and Hily, two mobile dating apps, are gearing up for potential IPOs as they focus on expanding their user bases and improving their services. The apps, which cater to the LGBTQI+ community... https://promptandmodel.com/news/berlin-top-spots-meet/2026-08-19https://promptandmodel.com/share-berlin-top-spots-meet.svgHumanoid, robot, face, artificial intelligence, facial expressions. Artificial IntelligenceBerlin’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... https://promptandmodel.com/news/fca-scaleup-unit-offers/2026-08-19https://promptandmodel.com/share-fca-scaleup-unit-offers.svgAi generated, robot, android, class, shortage of teachers, technology. Artificial Intelligence...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. https://promptandmodel.com/news/alumni-european-unicorns-now/2026-08-19https://promptandmodel.com/share-alumni-european-unicorns-now.svgDynamic urban scene showcasing interconnected light trails representing digital communication...Former employees from leading European tech unicorns are launching their own startups in stealth mode, leveraging their experience to innovate in various sectors. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/accel-raises-800m-ninth/2026-08-18https://promptandmodel.com/share-accel-raises-800m-ninth.svgData strings. Artificial IntelligenceUS-based venture firm Accel has raised $800m for its ninth Europe and Israel early-stage VC fund, with a focus on AI and defence. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/europe-sustainability-ambitions-face/2026-08-18https://promptandmodel.com/share-europe-sustainability-ambitions-face.svgArtificial flowers, flower background, flower, handicraft, nature, beautiful flowers. Artificial...A recent roundtable discussion highlighted the challenges Europe faces in financing its sustainability ambitions, with investors struggling to carry promising companies through growth, deployment... https://promptandmodel.com/news/klarna-experiences-leadership-shuffle/2026-08-18https://promptandmodel.com/share-klarna-experiences-leadership-shuffle.svgChess, game, strategy, king, queen, królówka. Artificial IntelligenceTwo senior executives at Swedish fintech Klarna are set to leave the company early next year, marking another leadership change following its public listing. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/deeptech-founders-gain-leverage/2026-08-18https://promptandmodel.com/share-deeptech-founders-gain-leverage.svgAndroid, robot, cyborg, futuristic, robotic, intelligence. Artificial IntelligenceIn the UK, deeptech founders are benefiting from a surge in investor interest, allowing them to command premium terms in term sheets. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/uk-government-faces-pressure/2026-08-18https://promptandmodel.com/share-uk-government-faces-pressure.svgArtificial flowers, nature, ornamental, flower background, flower, decoration. Artificial...Industry leaders and researchers urge the UK government to change non-compete rules, citing restrictive clauses that hinder talent mobility and competitiveness. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/vc-firm-cofounded-revolut/2026-08-18https://promptandmodel.com/share-vc-firm-cofounded-revolut.svgMobile, hand, artificial intelligence, robot, android, smartphone. Artificial Intelligence...QuantumLight, a venture capital firm cofounded by Revolut CEO Nik Storonsky, has closed its second fund at $500m. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/ukrainian-tech-workers-share/2026-08-18https://promptandmodel.com/share-ukrainian-tech-workers-share.svgA camera on a tripod in a studio setting with illuminated lights and a professional setup...In the face of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainian tech workers have found ways to maintain morale and productivity despite the challenges. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/arr-fever-hits-fintech/2026-08-18https://promptandmodel.com/share-arr-fever-hits-fintech.svgLittle bear, artificial stone, cute, knitted sweater, knitted, funny. Artificial Intelligence...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. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/university-glasgow-spinouts-look/2026-08-17https://promptandmodel.com/share-university-glasgow-spinouts-look.svgA close-up of a laboratory technician in a white coat and gloves, seen from behind, carefully...Several spinouts from the University of Glasgow are seeking to raise funds, highlighting the growing deeptech ecosystem in Scotland. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/gravis-robotics-secures-200m/2026-08-17https://promptandmodel.com/share-gravis-robotics-secures-200m.svgA close-up shot of a ruggedized industrial tablet, partially obstructed by a metal frame...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... https://promptandmodel.com/news/rise-account-farms-threat/2026-08-17https://promptandmodel.com/share-rise-account-farms-threat.svgA close-up of a cluttered, dimly lit server room with rows of humming servers receding into the...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... https://promptandmodel.com/news/revolut-expansion-airport-lounges/2026-08-17https://promptandmodel.com/share-revolut-expansion-airport-lounges.svgA Revolut employee in a crisp uniform, seen from behind, is shown mid-action, adjusting a sleek...Revolut, Europe's most valuable private tech company, plans to open airport lounges, sparking debate about the fintech giant's expansion into physical spaces. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/multiverse-computing-spain-ai-38a946/2026-08-17https://promptandmodel.com/share-multiverse-computing-spain-ai-38a946.svgA close-up of a server rack in a dimly lit data center, the rack filled with generic servers...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... https://promptandmodel.com/news/deepmind-researchers-launch-ai-611f50/2026-08-17https://promptandmodel.com/share-deepmind-researchers-launch-ai-611f50.svgA researcher's hands, partially cropped at the wrists, hover over a sleek, unmarked server rack...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... https://promptandmodel.com/news/drone-startup-uforce-seeks-af3aa4/2026-08-17https://promptandmodel.com/share-drone-startup-uforce-seeks-af3aa4.svgA close-up of a sleek, metallic drone hovering above a cluttered launch pad structure, partially...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. https://promptandmodel.com/news/lovable-secures-400m-funding-aa0379/2026-08-17https://promptandmodel.com/share-lovable-secures-400m-funding-aa0379.svgA close-up of a server rack's rear panel, partially lit by a natural north-facing window, with a...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. https://promptandmodel.com/news/legora-pursues-funding-billion-3f0cfd/2026-08-16https://promptandmodel.com/share-legora-pursues-funding-billion-3f0cfd.svgChristmas tree, christmas background, christmas decor, christmas gifts, christmas, 3d render...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. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/under-radar-venture-lab-eb943e/2026-08-16https://promptandmodel.com/share-under-radar-venture-lab-eb943e.svgAi-generated, computer, artificial intelligence, dall-e, chatgpt, laptop. Artificial IntelligenceA venture lab in London is working on innovative technologies that could help decarbonize industries and save the planet. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/drone-startups-watch-according-ccf709/2026-08-16https://promptandmodel.com/share-drone-startups-watch-according-ccf709.svgPortrait of a stylish male photographer in sunglasses examining a camera outdoors. Artificial...Investors remain bullish on drone startups despite an overcrowded European market. Venture capitalists highlight innovative companies across sectors like mosquito control, firefighting, and... https://promptandmodel.com/news/europe-active-public-funds-1021c3/2026-08-16https://promptandmodel.com/share-europe-active-public-funds-1021c3.svgAi-generated, robot, android, computer, chat bot, human. Artificial IntelligenceA 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. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/european-fintech-culture-raises-268e64/2026-08-16https://promptandmodel.com/share-european-fintech-culture-raises-268e64.svgA human hand reaching towards a robotic hand symbolizing technology and connection. Artificial...Former employees of Danish fintech Pleo and UK fintech Cleo express concerns about their companies' cultures, sparking a broader discussion about the state of European fintech. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/london-thriving-tech-scene-8134a0/2026-08-16https://promptandmodel.com/share-london-thriving-tech-scene-8134a0.svgLego, legoland, to build, to play, toy, children. Artificial IntelligenceLondon's tech ecosystem is experiencing a surge in meetups for founders and venture capitalists, with a diverse range of events popping up around the city. (Source: Sifted) https://promptandmodel.com/news/european-ai-infrastructure-expansion-30118c/2026-08-16https://promptandmodel.com/share-european-ai-infrastructure-expansion-30118c.svgIn this photograph captured by Emiliano Vittoriosi, a sleek Mac Book with an open window can be...Mistral, a French AI scaleup, has secured backing from a group of enterprise customers to support its ambitious data centre buildout and expansion into AI cloud and compute services across Europe. https://promptandmodel.com/news/northern-gritstone-sets-up-195769/2026-08-16https://promptandmodel.com/share-northern-gritstone-sets-up-195769.svgClose-up of small robot toy and large robotic leg in a moody studio setting. Artificial...Northern Gritstone, the venture fund backing university spinouts from northern England, is opening a San Francisco office and hiring a US-based venture partner to connect its portfolio companies... https://promptandmodel.com/models/2026-08-20 https://promptandmodel.com/regulation/2026-08-21 https://promptandmodel.com/building-with-ai/2026-08-21 https://promptandmodel.com/in-practice/2026-08-20 https://promptandmodel.com/safety-society/2026-08-19 https://promptandmodel.com/news/2026-08-20 https://promptandmodel.com/about/ https://promptandmodel.com/sources-and-methods/ https://promptandmodel.com/corrections/