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The Scene
The Scene on Europa Now: European startups, product studios and the cities where the continent's tech culture actually happens.
Startups
Scarlet secures $50M to speed up AI medical device approvals across three continents
The London-based certification specialist has raised a Series B led by Headline to expand into North America and Asia-Pacific, addressing the bottleneck that forces AI medical device makers to wait over a year for regulatory clearance.
Startups
Antonio Barradas on Why Employee Benefits Need More Than Just Options
The Regional Managing Director of Epassi Netherlands, UK and Zest explains how consolidating three platforms creates stronger offerings across European markets—and why simply giving workers choice doesn't guarantee they'll use their benefits.
Startups
European tech funding surges in September with €15.8 billion across 300 deals
Investment activity across the continent rebounded dramatically last month, with the UK capturing nearly half of all capital and cloud infrastructure emerging as the sector drawing the most funding.
Startups
Z1RO taps agricultural waste to remake moulded fibre packaging
A French startup founded by a Releaf Paper co-founder is developing moulded fibre from fallen leaves and hemp waste instead of wood pulp, timing its entry as EU packaging rules take effect.
Startups
Europe's Tech Champions fund holds 15 unicorns as EIF prepares expansion
The European Investment Fund's incoming chief Jean-Christophe Laloux says the Tech Champions Initiative has backed 12 venture funds holding 15 European unicorns, with plans to expand to smaller funds by November.
The Scene
Nvidia's communications chief departs after brief four-month tenure
Anna Soellner, who previously guided Reddit through its public listing, has exited her role at the chipmaker just months after arriving.
Startups
Cirrus Logic's Failed Bid Forced Onsemi to Sweeten Synaptics Offer
An unsolicited takeover attempt by the audio chipmaker prompted Onsemi to restructure its acquisition with a higher all-cash valuation, according to regulatory filings.
Startups
Universal Quantum's $100M round and SAP's TechWolf deal lead another record week for European tech funding
Over 70 funding deals worth €818 million and more than 10 exits and acquisitions shaped European tech this week, with quantum computing, energy and healthtech drawing major investment.