Berlin-based fintech company Tapline has secured €20 million in a pre-Series A funding round, blending equity and debt, to bolster its non-dilutive financing for B2B SaaS businesses. The funding will help Tapline enhance its platform, expand its market reach, and achieve financial sustainability by Q3 2025.

Project Eaden, a foodtech innovator, has raised €15 million in a Series A round to advance its plant-based meats, totaling €27 million in funding. Their ham debuts in Germany's REWE stores in 2025, addressing livestock-related emissions with tech-driven meat substitutes.

Cyprus-based venture firm 33East has launched its first fund with a 26 million euro close, bolstered by the Cyprus Equity Fund and private investors like the Bank of Cyprus. Aimed at pre-seed and seed-stage startups, this fund marks a pivotal step in transforming Cyprus into an innovation hub, with strategic backing from the European Investment Fund.

Health Hero has raised $198 million to expand its telehealth services by acquiring European telemedicine firms, highlighting a trend of 'rollup startups' in tech and healthcare. Other companies like Dwelly, 1Komma5, Patient21, Avi Medical, and Cera Health are adopting similar strategies, leveraging acquisitions to grow and integrate innovative technologies.

Berlin-based Bees & Bears secures €500M to boost sustainable energy in German homes. This move will enable 25,000 new installations, simplifying the financing process for tradespeople.

Kraaft, a Paris-based construction tech platform, secured €13 million in Series A funding led by Dawn Capital, aiming to expand in the UK and Germany. The funds will enhance product development and boost the adoption of digital tools in a traditionally tech-averse industry.

Barcelona startup Zynap raised €5.7M to enhance its AI-powered cybersecurity platform, backed by Kibo Ventures and others. The imminent SaaS launch aims to proactively counter cyber threats using AI.

Mistral, a European AI startup founded in 2023, has swiftly reached a valuation of 5.8 billion euros, securing its position as a significant player against US tech giants. With a recent AFP partnership, Mistral aims to enhance its AI models using news data, bolstering its presence in the competitive AI landscape.

Hamilton has secured $1.7 million in pre-seed funding to tokenize real-world assets on Bitcoin, aiming to provide stable financial products in volatile emerging markets. Led by DisrupTech Ventures, Hamilton's innovative solutions like HUSD and Publius offer asset democratization, tapping into a projected $30 trillion market by 2030.

European startups are eyeing the US market as Trump's administration hints at deregulation, potentially benefiting crypto and defense sectors. This shift could attract firms like Kaiko and Zephtech seeking opportunities amid changing regulations.

Nordic startups lead in impact-focused ventures, capturing 38% of startup funding, dwarfing Europe's 22% and under 10% in the US and Asia. With rapid ecosystem growth and $8.2 billion in 2024 venture funding, the Nordics cement their status as a global innovation hub.

Arctic Therapeutics has secured €26.5 million in Series A funding to advance its drug candidates for rare dementias and inflammatory skin diseases. The investment will also support ATx's participation in the EIC Scaling Club, highlighting the startup's potential in Europe's healthcare innovation landscape.

The UAE has become a top choice for entrepreneurs, thanks to its free zones offering 100% foreign ownership and major tax exemptions. These zones simplify business setup and access to skilled talent, enhancing startup growth.

InMotion Ventures, an investment arm of Jaguar Land Rover, focuses on early-stage startups aligned with JLR's strategic shift towards innovative mobility solutions. With 90% of its portfolio collaborating with JLR, InMotion fosters growth by leveraging JLR's expansive network, contributing to the rising trend of corporate venture capital, which now constitutes 29% of VC funding globally.

French fintech Karmen raises €9 million to bolster its instant financing offerings for SMEs, capitalizing on rising demand amid traditional banks' lagging services. With plans to expand its embedded financing strategy, Karmen aims to enhance financial decision-making through AI-driven risk assessment tools, serving a diverse client base from small to large enterprises.

ProcureYard, a B2B platform for raw materials, has secured $1.72 million in seed funding led by Powerhouse Ventures, achieving profitability within 18 months. The company aims to expand its AI capabilities and capture a $1 trillion market, already serving over 200 SMEs across India.

Sereact GmBH, a Stuttgart-based AI robotics startup, has secured €25 million in Series A funding to advance its innovative AI models and robotics platform. Led by Creandum and involving investors like Nico Rosberg, the funds will help develop new robot hardware and expand into the US market, enhancing their PickGPT model for real-time, adaptable automation solutions.

Mumbai-based Kisankonnect, a farm-to-fork startup, raised $4.5 million in a Series A round to expand its sustainable agriculture operations. The funding will support tech upgrades and urban market expansion.

Oui Capital has successfully exited its $4 million debut fund through a lucrative investment in Moniepoint, marking a rare successful exit in Africa's challenging tech scene. The $150,000 seed investment in Moniepoint matured to $8 million, highlighting Oui's strategic acumen in early-stage ventures.