EU-Startups

Astral Systems, a Bristol-based DeepTech firm pioneering multistate fusion (MSF) technology, has closed over €5.3 million investment to deliver their fusion reactors to customers by the end of 2025 🇬🇧 🔬 The funding was led by Speedinvest and Playfair, with the participation of angel investors including Oliver Buck, Founder of ITM Isotope Technologies, and former ARM President of Product Group, Pete Hutton. “In a short time we have gone from NASA-backed fusion theories and scientific research to commercially-viable reactors delivering unprecedented fusion performance,” said Talmon Firestone, CEO and Co-founder of Astral Systems. “This financing supports our next stage of growth, helping us to scale our sophisticated, compact reactors and increase production of disease-fighting medical isotopes that are critical in the fight against cancer.” https://lnkd.in/dCFvP4PW

Munich-based Avelios Medical, provider of a modern hospital information system (HIS), has raised €30 million in Series A funding to reach its goal of becoming the leading OS for intelligent patient care 🇩🇪 🏥 The funding round was led by Sequoia Capital alongside existing investors Revent and HTGF | High-Tech Gründerfonds “Sequoia has consciously turned away from the classic, short-term investment cycle and focuses on companies that solve fundamental problems. The digitization of patient care requires long-term thinking and sustainable innovation. With Sequoia, we can deliver exactly that – a system built to stand the test of time,” says Christian Albrecht, Co-founder of Avelios. https://lnkd.in/d4R45qCw

Riga-based Trace.Space, an AI-enhanced requirements management platform for engineers developing industrial products, announced a €3.8 million Seed to fuel engineering and product development 🇱🇻 🚀 The funding round was led by Cherry Ventures, with Outlast Fund and existing investors Nebular, Fiedler Capital, and Change Ventures also participating. “We’re thrilled to partner with Cherry Ventures as we build the next-generation requirements management system that connects business users, suppliers, and stakeholders across the entire value chain,” said Janis Vavere, Co-founder and CEO of Trace.Space. “It is painful to see engineers at great companies struggle with outdated processes and legacy practices. Our mission is to give engineering organizations the tools to win back their market share.” https://lnkd.in/dYFtxVuu

WEALTHON, a Warsaw-based FinTech developing an ecosystem of digital financial solutions for SMEs, has secured €126.2 million in funding, in order to further product development and strengthening its sales network 🇵🇱 🎉 The funding consists of a €116 million debt facility from Fortress Investment Group and €7 million in equity investment from 3TS Capital Partners and angel investors. “We are consistently executing our strategy to create a new standard in SME financial management. We are no longer just a lending company. We are well on our way to becoming the leading provider of digital financial services for entrepreneurs. Our goal is not just to provide capital but to integrate a comprehensive multi-product platform that combines interrelated services – from easy and fast access to financing to efficient financial and business resource management. Soon, we will be adding even more complementary solutions. I’m thrilled that, thanks to the trust of our new investors, we can execute our highly ambitious plans,” said Aleksander Majchrzak, Founder and CEO of Wealthon. https://lnkd.in/d3Gt6PsV

🚨 Calling all fearless founders! 🚨 Success stories get the spotlight, but let’s be real—some of the most powerful lessons come from the falls, not the victories. Got the battle scars and wisdom to share? Read below 🚀 That’s why at the EU-Startups Summit 2025, we’re flipping the narrative and shining a light on the founders who failed big but came back stronger. 💡 Were you backed by VCs? Grew fast? Built a team? Then hit the hard reality of a business that didn’t make it? We want your story on our main stage in Malta this April, to inspire thousands of fellow founders, investors, and startup leaders. Why share your story? ✅- Your scars are lessons: Help others avoid the same mistakes and make smarter decisions. ✅ Challenge the stigma: Failure doesn’t end the story—it fuels the next chapter. ✅ 2,500+ startup leaders: Own your narrative in front of Europe’s startup ecosystem. ✅ Open new doors: The best conversations happen where success meets failure. Apply now to speak at our “Failed Big” session on April 24-25 in Malta. https://lnkd.in/dXh5dd94

Barcelona-based KOA Biotech has raised €2 million to develop solutions for the aquaculture sector, specifically a biosensor system that detects waterborne infections in fish farms before they spread 🇪🇸 🐟 Swanlaab Venture Factory led the round, with Fund F by Female Founders and Faber also participating. More than half of the fish consumed comes from aquaculture production. However, as highlighted by Sira Mogas Díez, CEO and Founder of KOA, “infections in fish farms are a growing problem, causing losses of up to 30% of production (economically estimated globally at over $6 billion).” https://lnkd.in/ddYskmbD

Ever dreamed of creating your own video game but had no idea where to start? 🎮 That’s where Robert Gaal comes in. As the Founder of Vesper, he’s building a platform where storytelling meets game creation, turning words into interactive worlds. In this episode of the EU-Startups Podcast, Marcin Lewandowski sits down with Robert Gaal to talk about: - The real reason startups struggle with product-market fit - Why ethical AI is a massive untapped opportunity for creators - The biggest mistakes AI founders are making right now - How Vesper is opening the gaming industry to everyone Robert aims to empower anyone to create your own video game. Don’t miss this conversation. Links in the comments. 👇

Podero, a Vienna-based startup in the renewable energy sector, has raised €5.5 million in Seed to reduce energy costs for flexible consumer devices such as heat pumps, EVs and chargers, inverters, and home batteries 🇦🇹 🔋 The round was led by Planet A Ventures, with Systemiq Capital as a Co-investor, and saw participation from existing investors Pale blue dot and Push Ventures in an oversubscribed round. “Our platform gives utilities a competitive edge in electricity pricing. With our device steering and trading technology, they can offer lower rates that others can’t match without similar software,” says 🟣 Chris Bernkopf, Co-founder and CEO of Podero. “By optimizing power use for renewable energy, we also help reduce energy-related CO2 emissions while delivering cost savings for both utilities and their customers.” https://lnkd.in/dSe79aPu

We’re excited to welcome Amir Kaplan, Founder & CEO of #ifeel, a mental well-being solution designed to help enterprises integrate mental health into their corporate strategy as a speaker at the EU-Startups Summit 2025 Under his leadership, Ifeel - Humanising Growth has grown into a leading Series B startup, securing €39.9 million in funding and working with businesses worldwide to provide data-driven, scalable mental health solutions for employees. https://lnkd.in/dYyHcCvh

Founders, CEOs & Team Leaders: How many hours do you usually work per week? 🤔