Mistral, a French AI company, announced the launch of its first artificial intelligence model specifically developed for robotics applications. The model aims to enhance autonomous decision-making and adaptability in robotic systems across industries.
French voice AI startup Gradium raised $30M in a seed round extension, bringing total funding to over $100M. The round included new investors like Nvidia and followed a $70M first tranche led by Firstmark and Eurazeo. The company builds tools for developers to create voice applications and plans to expand its research and operations.
Naaia, a French AI compliance startup, raised 6 million euros to assist companies in adhering to the EU’s AI Act regulations.
Fleek, a UK-based startup digitizing the secondhand fashion industry, raised $25 million in a Series B round led by Burda Principal Investments. The company uses AI tools to automate textile sorting, grading, and merchandising, connecting wholesale suppliers with global retailers. The funding will accelerate AI development and platform expansion.
Luffy AI, a UK-based startup, raised £8.1 million in Series A funding led by BGF. The company develops neuroplastic AI for industrial motor control, enabling real-time adaptive systems without cloud dependency. Funds will scale deployment in industrial applications.
Leiden-based AI startup Whispp secured €5 million in a follow-on investment round led by LUMO Labs and supported by the European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator. The funding will accelerate global deployment of its on-device voice reconstruction technology, which converts whispered speech into natural-sounding voices for private communication and accessibility.
Hive, a Norway-founded AI startup developing automation technology for industrial machines, raised $15m in a pre-Series A round led by UK-based SuperSeed. The funding will accelerate development of its ‘silicon brain’ system, which reduces machine operating costs by 80% through autonomous operation and remote control. The company plans to expand to London and the US.
Klaro, an Italian AI platform addressing credit access challenges for SMEs, secured 3 million euros in funding led by 360 Capital. The platform uses AI and verified data sources to generate credit profiles, accelerating loan approvals for businesses and financial institutions.
French hospitals and startup Kiro launched OPTIMABIO, an AI project to improve hospital biology test prescriptions. The initiative, funded by Marseille, Lyon, and Limoges hospitals, aims to transform routine medical decisions using artificial intelligence.
CTHINGS.CO, a Warsaw-based tech firm specializing in Edge AI, IoT, and distributed infrastructure orchestration, raised 8 million PLN from Navivo Capital Poland. The funds will accelerate North American expansion, sales growth, and platform development.