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✨ The European defense technology landscape is evolving fast, with AI, robotics, and cyber intelligence driving new capabilities across the sector We’ve mapped 300+ EU defense tech startups, tracking their funding, military adoption, and emerging innovations—all in one dataset. 🔍 Key defense tech categories and the startups leading them: 🤖 AI & Cyber Intelligence • WB GROUP – Military communication and battlefield intelligence systems for NATO forces. Founded by Piotr Wojciechowski. • Mission Space – AI-powered space weather forecasting to protect military satellites. Founded by Ksenia Moskalenko & Alex Pustogarov. • Disruptive Industries – Advanced AI for real-time defense intelligence and threat prediction. • XRF – Advanced radar and signal processing, refining electronic warfare detection capabilities. 🛠️ Inspections, Safety & Maintenance • Protex AI – CCTV-based AI to prevent workplace injuries, cutting factory incidents by 80%. Co-founded by Dan Hobbs & Ciaran O'Mara. • Elistair – Tethered drones providing 72-hour perimeter security for NATO bases. Founded by Guilhem de Marliave & Timothée Penet. • Donecle – AI-driven drone aircraft inspections, reducing fighter jet maintenance time. • Nordic Unmanned – Specializing in long-range UAVs for defense and security surveillance. Founded by Knut Roar Wiig. 🚀 Space & Hypersonic Defense • The Exploration Company – Developing Europe’s first reusable space capsule, securing major contracts. Founded by Hélène Huby. • Isar Aerospace – Raised $330M to lead hypersonic and satellite launch capabilities. Founded by Daniel Metzler, Josef Fleischmann & Markus Brandl. • Orbex – Developing eco-friendly orbital launch systems. Founded by Chris Larmour. 🌐 ISR & Surveillance Tech • blackshark.ai – 3D geospatial AI processing 1.4M km²/day for battlefield simulations. Founded by Michael Putz. • Vizgard – AI-driven optical security tested by the Royal Navy for autonomous drone detection. Founded by Paul Topping. • Perciv AI – Replaces LiDAR in Rheinmetall vehicles, cutting costs by 83% while maintaining high-resolution targeting accuracy. 🛡️ Robotics & Battlefield Automation • ARX Robotics – Autonomous UGVs for resupply missions under fire. Co-founded by Tom Plümmer. • RobCo – AI-powered robotics automating 60% of Rheinmetall’s artillery production. Founded by Jonas Schneider. • Swarmer – AI-coordinated drone swarms for military reconnaissance. • Milrem Robotics – Leading combat UGV development with THeMIS and Type-X platforms. Founded by Kuldar Väärsi. 👻 Using Specter? Explore the full EU Defence dataset here: https://lnkd.in/dbStrg9z 📥 Download the dataset here: https://tally.so/r/mJMJEY This is just the start. Discover 1,000+ more defense innovators on Specter! #DefenseTech #AI #CyberSecurity #ISR #Drones #MilitaryInnovation #DeepTech #VentureCapital #NATO #DefenseStartups #Specter

300+ DefenceTech disruptors—Europe is powering up. 🇪🇺 From AI-powered drones to quantum cybersecurity, the European DefenceTech scene is evolving at breakneck speed—and we’ve mapped out the biggest landscape yet. These 300+ innovators are tackling everything from border security to advanced materials, shaping the future of European resilience. 🛡️ 🛰️ Surging Demand – Governments and industries alike are scrambling for next-gen security solutions. 🤝 Cross-Pollination of Ideas – Breakthroughs in defense often fuel commercial applications (think robotics, AI, etc.). 💶 Talent & Capital – A thriving pool of researchers, engineers, and investors is driving rapid growth. We’ve compiled these startups into a comprehensive overview, capturing who’s building what and where—all under one roof. Want the full list? 🔎 1. Connect with me (so I can message you). 2. Like and Comment “EUROPE” below 🇪🇺 I’ll DM you the complete list and a few insider insights. Are we witnessing Europe’s next major leap in defense sovereignty? Drop your thoughts below. 🏰

Predictions: Guy Flechter, Icon, Maneva 🪄 Opportunities: Emil Fröberg, Doji, Koyeb 🔮

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Hottest Startups of February 2025 🔥 Each month, we use Specter’s Hot Signals to spotlight companies and founders attracting intense VC interest. 1. Mastra, founded by Sam Bhagwat, Shane Thomas, and Abhi Aiyer (ex- Gatsby (A Netlify Company)/Netlify), Mastra is redefining AI agent development with its TypeScript framework for building, testing, and deploying AI workflows. Fresh off a viral HN launch (7.5k GitHub stars), the Y Combinator W25 startup enables developers to create agents for tasks like automated support, CAD diagram generation, and medical transcription – all deployable on Vercel/Netlify. Backed by their Gatsby pedigree, Mastra’s local playground and tracing tools solve the "AI debugging nightmare" for JS/TS devs. 2. ChipAgents (Alpha Design AI), pioneered by William Yang Wang (ex-Meta AI research), ChipAgents automates semiconductor RTL design using AI trained on 10M+ chip blueprints. Their $3.1M Sequoia Capital Surge-backed tools reduce verification cycles by 40% for partners like TSMC. Early adopters report 3x faster time-to-tapeout for AI accelerator chips. 3. Skiplabs, Alexandre Berriche (ex-Younium CEO) is disrupting procurement with AI that negotiates vendor contracts and slashes supply chain costs. Pilots with European manufacturers show 30% cost reductions via real-time supplier benchmarking. Skiplabs’ $3.5M seed round targets enterprises drowning in "Excel hell." Also heating up 🔍 • Doji: AI fashion avatars (LVMH-backed) • Icon: Viral ad generation ($500K from Peter Thiel) • Profound: Brand safety AI ($3.5M seed) • Notte: Web interaction layer for agents • Daniel Kofman: Stealth defense tech (ex-Optivolt CTO) • Promise: Next-generation entertainment studio (Andreessen Horowitz-backed) • Pangram Labs: AI content detection platform • AND MORE! Full list + founder deep dives here: https://lnkd.in/ehaMxheG #AIStartups #Semiconductors #EnterpriseAI #VentureCapital

Predictions: Akhil Naini, Instant, Momentic 🪄 Opportunities: Edward Sun, Things by Ping (Ping.gg), Allen Control Systems 🔮

inDrive is all about building data-driven investment strategies at the forefront of emerging markets. Danny Chepenko shared with us how Specter has been instrumental in shaping his approach to uncovering the next generation of high-growth startups across mobility, urban infrastructure, digital economies, and beyond. Read more to find out how he leverages the platform for: 🌎 Satellite Scouting in Emerging Markets ⚙️ Building and Investing in Data Infrastructure 🔄 Creating Data-Driven Feedback Loops 👉 Check it out in the comments below! #FounderFirst #VCTech #StartupEcosystem #LATAM #MENA #SEA #EM

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🚀 Latin America's AI landscape is rapidly evolving, with innovative startups leading advancements across various sectors. We’ve mapped 100+ LATAM AI startups, tracking their funding, market traction, and sector influence—all in one dataset. 🔎 Key AI categories and the startups defining them: 📊 AI for General Data Analysis & Business Automation • BotCity - create and manage intelligent automation bots. • Senzai AI - automate data-driven decision-making. • Perhaps - analytics and tools for enterprise insights. 🤖 AI for Sales & Customer Support • Assis - chatbot solutions for customer interactions. • Vambe - multi-channel AI sales representative. • Leadsales - CRM with WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram. 🚚 AI for Logistics & Mobility • Shappi - connect with verified travelers. • TrackChain - dynamic freight quoting, load assignment, and real-time shipment. • Tevel - AI flying robots for fruit harvesting. 💰 AI for Finance & Fintech • heru (YC S19) - cash flow and financial planning. • Arkham Technologies - fraud detection and risk mitigation for financial institutions. 🏥 AI for Healthcare • Munai - AI patient management, teleconsultation, and clinical intelligence. • NUTRI CO® - AI to develop plant-based food products. • Radarfit - gamified health and wellness program. 🏢 AI for Legal & Compliance • Lexter - legal research and document automation. • Arvo - AI for fraud, errors, and waste in healthcare transactions. 🏠 AI for Real Estate • Plaza - AI for leads and accelerating deal closures. • Crezes - location analytics for pedestrian and vehicular traffic. • Buydepa - AI for property valuation and liquidity solutions. 🌱 AI for Sustainability & Agriculture • Psyche Aerospace - AI drones for agricultural spraying. • Aravita - AI to tackle food waste. 📈 AI for Marketing & Advertising • Uncover - AI for media spend and performance. • Advolve.ai - AI for digital marketing campaigns. 🧠 General AI Platforms • Agidesk - AI to optimize business operations. • Serpa AI - AI model deployment and automation with a cloud-native platform. 👥 AI for Talent & Workforce Management • Buo - mapping employee skills. • Apli - for candidate sourcing and hiring. Skills.tech - for hyper-personalized workforce education. 🎓 AI for Education • hackU - education platforms for personalized learning. • ese Plus - digital learning outcomes with AI. • apprenty - workforce education and skills development. 🔒 AI for Security and Privacy • Gryfo - AI authentication solutions. • Monuv - cloud-based video monitoring. 🛒 AI for Retail and E-commerce • Visio.ai - AI for store operations. • Data4Sales: AI for customer engagement and sales. 👻 Using Specter here: https://lnkd.in/e3xQvtsQ 📥 Download the dataset here: https://tally.so/r/3jvDMR Which LATAM AI startup do you think is set to dominate next? Let’s discuss. #LATAMAI #AI #MachineLearning #AIAgents #DeepTech #VentureCapital #StartupEcosystem #Specter