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Ecosystem & Exits
EU Venture Explained · Ecosystem & Exits stories, newest to oldest.
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Why Bending Spoons stayed in Europe as it grew
Luca Ferrari says European founders can raise at scale at home. A panel in Turin explored capital, hiring and the choice to build companies in Europe.
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How Uber and Verne moved from planned investment to Zagreb rides
Uber’s investment in Verne is confirmed, but its size is undisclosed. Their Zagreb service is available through the Uber app, with development continuing on a separate vehicle.
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DIGITALEUROPE calls for faster funding and simpler rules for scaleups
Director-General Cecilia Bonefeld-Dahl says Europe needs to back growing technology companies with quicker finance, less complexity and stronger public procurement.
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Leatherback completes two-year rebuild with Foren rebrand
The company says its new name follows changes to its technology, compliance systems, governance and ownership, including an acquisition by Zedcrest Group.
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Slush launches its first 20U20 list of young technology builders
The Helsinki event has named 20 teenagers building technology startups in its inaugural 20U20 list, bringing early stage founders into focus.
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How BT’s TalkTalk purchase moves into regulatory review
BT has taken over TalkTalk’s consumer and wholesale businesses from administration, with a 2027 financial-year cash impact estimated at about £400M. The CMA must report by 19 October.
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Personio acquires Circula to bring workforce spending into its platform
The German HR and payroll company plans to combine those services with spend management, while retaining Circula’s DATEV connection and existing integration.
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How German defence firms are expanding work in Ukraine
A German-financed drone package and a ground-systems partnership deepen links between German companies and Ukrainian production and engineering.
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LB: Universal Scanner uses barcode and ingredient scans to explain products
Founded by 19-year-old Bálint László, the Android and iOS app covers food, household goods and more, with privacy among its stated priorities.
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European Commission and EIB Group launch pact for tech investment
The voluntary pact aims to connect institutional investors with European venture and growth equity opportunities. Thirteen investors have expressed an intention to invest.
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How the EIC pilot selected its first 20 challenge projects
The first Advanced Innovation Challenges projects began on 1 September 2026. Here is how the two challenge areas, initial funding and next stage fit together.
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Germany funds tens of thousands of Ukraine-made interceptor drones
Friedrich Merz announced financing for Quantum Systems drones in the winter of 2026/2027 military aid package. Production is planned in Ukraine.
