Anna Kowalski 
Three major Polish financial institutions are collaborating to launch a joint fund of funds in Luxembourg, aiming to develop an international investment project.
Czech medtech startup HTG Medical has raised €450,000 in a pre-seed round led by Garage Angels and secured EU MDR certification for its automated ICU urine monitoring device, the HTG Urogram. The device aims to reduce manual workload for nurses and improve accuracy in critical care settings.
Startup Booster Poland, supported by PARP, has opened recruitment for its DeepTech Goes Dual accelerator program. The initiative focuses on supporting startups creating solutions based on breakthrough scientific and engineering achievements.
eSky, a Polish travel tech company, has unveiled a new approach to trip planning, showcasing innovative features designed to simplify and enhance the travel experience for users.
QuickLegal, a Romanian deep tech startup led by women, won a 75,000 EUR grant from the Women TechEU program. The European Commission allocated 12 million EUR for the 2026–2028 edition to fund 160 deep tech startups, with 40% of each call’s budget reserved for ‘Widening’ regions like Romania. QuickLegal was selected from 1,107 applications, placing in the top 3.6%.
Orange Polska has deployed five AI-powered assistants at the ‘Pomnik-Centrum Zdrowia Dziecka’ children’s health institute to provide rapid information and navigation support for patients, caregivers, and visitors.
Strategic Development Fund and Dronamics agreed to establish a joint venture for drone manufacturing in Central and Eastern Europe.
mObywatel, a Polish startup, shared critical tips for users regarding courier services during holiday periods to ensure smooth delivery experiences.
Symbiote BCI, a Romanian startup founded by 24-year-old Mihai Simedrea, develops non-invasive neurotechnology to monitor brain activity for applications in automotive safety (e.g., detecting driver fatigue) and defense (e.g., drone operator training). The team uses dry electrodes and 3D-printed headsets, sourcing components from the US and manufacturing in China. The startup is self-funded and operates alongside founders’ full-time corporate jobs.
Rentalify, described as ‘Airbnb for photo and video equipment,’ will cease operations starting August 15.