Marco Bianchi 
Moneybox, a UK-based wealthtech scaleup, has reached a $1.1bn valuation and is conducting a £45m secondary share sale for employees through the London Stock Exchange Group’s Pisces market. The auction will occur on LSEG’s platform after an initial offering on Crowdcube.
Doctorsa, a Milan-based healthtech platform connecting travelers with doctors in 40 countries, raised 1 million euros to expand its digital healthcare service and enter new markets. The platform offers 24/7 telemedicine consultations starting at €20 and uses AI for agent-based booking.
DBSpace, a Genoese deeptech startup, is scaling its advanced turbomachine technology for space propulsion and industrial applications. The company, founded by Dario Bruna, focuses on making high-performance turbomachines scalable and accessible. It has partnered with ESA BIC Torino, Vento, and Galaxia to support its growth and global ambitions.
Jetson achieved a regulatory milestone by securing certification for its Jetson ONE eVTOL as a non-experimental ultralight aircraft in Italy, enabling it to operate under existing recreational aviation laws. This certification, issued by Aero Club d’Italia (AeCI), aligns the Jetson ONE with ultralight helicopters and marks a breakthrough for eVTOL adoption in Europe.
The Cabildo de Tenerife has approved the launch of Tenerife Accelera Fund, a new financial instrument to boost startups and scaleups in strategic sectors, mobilizing private investment and creating qualified jobs.
The article discusses Italy’s leadership in Earth observation technologies, with GeneGis cited as a national excellence. Stefano Gualandris emphasized the need to retain skilled professionals in the sector to prevent brain drain and strengthen domestic industry.
Fire Pont, a Ukrainian defense technology company, is advancing its missile defense production capabilities through partnerships with European firms like Hensoldt. The company has begun manufacturing missiles pending the acquisition of guidance systems and has secured agreements for critical components.
Nlcomp, a Cleantech startup focused on sustainable maritime solutions, secured €1.15 million in funding led by Ocean to expand into the workboat sector. The investment will support the launch of its new rFactory in Monfalcone and the development of recyclable composite materials for low-impact maritime vessels.
DuckDuckGo, a privacy-focused search engine, continues its strategic battle with Google by offering tools to block YouTube ads, emphasizing user privacy and challenging Google’s dominance in digital advertising.
Catalyxx, a Spain-based developer of bio-based chemicals, has received a €20 million EU grant to build its first commercial plant in Europe. The funding supports the transition from technology demonstration to commercial-scale production of bio-based alcohols, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil-based feedstocks.