Latest European Technology News
1. Barcelona's Masia closes €18M debut fund and opens new home for frontier tech founders
Masia has officially closed its €18 million debut fund aimed at investing in early-stage AI and frontier tech companies connected to Barcelona. Alongside the fund, Masia House has opened as a collaborative workspace, bringing founders and investors together to boost the local tech ecosystem. Co-founder Carlos Trenchs highlighted Barcelona's current momentum in the tech landscape, reflecting a tipping point with €1.175 billion in startup investments in 2026 alone.
2. Legora’s valuation leaps to $8.8BN as it raises $550M
Swedish legal AI firm Legora has successfully raised $550 million in its Series E round, elevating its valuation to $8.8 billion just six months after its last funding round. This rapid growth signals the increasing importance of AI in the legal sector, with Legora's technology supporting lawyers through complex legal tasks. The company is now refocusing its efforts on expansion in North America.
3. Mika Games gets $10M boost to support mobile game developers
Mika Games has secured $10 million in funding to support early-stage mobile game studios that struggle to find financing for user acquisition. The investment allows Mika to help developers with marketing campaigns and product development before their user acquisition metrics are fully established, addressing a critical gap in the mobile gaming market.
4. Opply raises $7.5M to expand its agentic AI platform for CPG brands
Dutch startup Opply has raised $7.5 million to enhance its AI-driven operating platform for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands, aimed at automating operational processes. This funding will aid Opply in addressing the complexities of supply chains and procurement, offering businesses a more efficient pathway towards managing operational tasks directly with AI agents.
5. Photon Bridge raises €10M to tackle AI's looming laser bottleneck
The Dutch photonics startup Photon Bridge has raised €10 million to address the critical need for lasers in AI infrastructure. The funds will be used to scale production as demand for optical connections in AI systems grows. Photon Bridge's technology enables efficient laser manufacturing, essential for powering the upcoming wave of AI applications.
