In 2026, artificial intelligence has become the dominant driver of European venture funding, with roughly half of all investments directed toward AI-related companies. This surge includes frontier model labs as well as startups in data centers, semiconductors, robotics, aerospace, defense, biotech, and applications across legal, customer service, and fintech sectors. The energy sector, critical for […]
Artificial Intelligence
Google Cloud and CVC Launch Agentic AI Partnership
Google Cloud and CVC have announced a multi-year strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence across CVC’s portfolio companies spanning sectors such as healthcare, retail, financial services, media, telecommunications, software, and industrials. The collaboration focuses on helping these businesses transition more quickly toward agentic AI, enabling them to modernize operations and enhance […]
Apply Now: The Next Seed Tech Challenge for AI and Data Startup (Morocco)
Deadline: 15-Jan-2026 The Next Seed Innovation Challenges is a program launched by a leading bank to accelerate digital transformation in the financial sector. It invites startups to solve critical issues in Document Fraud Detection, Data Quality Management, and Dynamic Link Sovereignty. Selected startups will collaborate with the bank to deploy AI-driven, secure, and compliant solutions […]
The Margaret Awards — Women in Tech and AI Innovation Opportunity
Deadline: 27-Feb-2026 The Margaret Awards, led by JFD under the patronage of the President of France, recognize and support women and girls advancing artificial intelligence and technological innovation across Europe. Winners gain a one-year, €1M acceleration program that provides mentorship, visibility, financing, and strategic support. The 2026 “United by Tech” edition highlights AI-driven innovation and […]
Open Call for AIRR Compute Opportunity – AI for Science (UK)
Deadline: 21-Dec-2025 UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is offering access to national-tier compute resources—specifically GPU hours—for AI-centred scientific research through the AIRR programme. Researchers can request 200,000–1,000,000 GPU hours to support large-scale projects in fields such as materials science, medical research, fusion, and engineering biology. This call provides compute only (no funding) and aims to […]
