Amsterdam Cloud Security Startup Dawnguard Launches Platform, Secures $3.3M in Pre-Seed Funding

Dawnguard, an Amsterdam-based startup securing cloud systems during design, launched its platform, raised $3.3 million in pre-seed funding, and opened a New York office. The funding includes participation from UK-based BNVT Capital, Dutch Curiosity VC, and German eCAPITAL.

London Fintech Mdotm Secures $27 Million to Expand AI-Powered Wealth Management Platform

Mdotm, a London-based fintech firm using AI to manage investment portfolios, secured $27 million in funding led by Expedition Growth Capital. The company serves over 60 financial institutions globally and plans to expand its AI platform Sphere, which supports $100 billion in assets under management.

Italian Fashion Sustainability Startup Musthad Raises 1 Million Euros to Address Textile Waste

Musthad, an Italian startup addressing textile waste in fashion, secured 1 million euros in funding led by Alante Capital (USA) and Style IT (Italy). The platform connects brands with global circular operators to recycle, resell, upcycle, and donate excess inventory, reducing costs and environmental impact. Funds will expand operations and support growth toward doubling 2025 revenue by 2026.

UK Sovereign Intelligence Platform StirlingX Secures $20M Series A Funding

StirlingX, a British data intelligence company, has raised $20 million in a Series A round led by Ventura Capital and RCM Private Markets Master Fund. The funding follows a $11 million Seed round and aims to expand the company’s sovereign intelligence platform, which operates in critical national infrastructure and defense environments.

Belgian AI Search Startup Visiblie Secures €500K in Pre-Seed Funding

Belgian startup Visiblie, which helps businesses improve visibility in AI-powered search, raised €500,000 in convertible loan funding led by Seeder Fund and BeAngels. The platform uses industry-specific AI datasets to tailor visibility strategies for regulated sectors like finance and insurance. Funds will support SME market growth and international expansion, with plans for a future US-focused seed round.