European tech weekly recap: €878M in weekly deals and key trends from H1 2026
European tech weekly recap: €878M in weekly deals and key trends from H1 2026

Last week, we tracked more than 50 tech funding deals worth over €878 million and over 10 exits, M&A transactions, rumours, and related news stories across Europe. 📊 In H1 2026, European tech comp…

Americans Can’t Buy Chinese EVs. Waymo Is Importing Thousands

The U.S. has used tariffs and security rules to keep Chinese cars off dealer lots. Alphabet’s robotaxi company appears to be buying them by the boatload.

AI Startup Flapping Airplanes Is In Talks To Raise Funding At A $5 Billion Valuation

The data efficiency startup is researching a better way to train AI models using less data.

The Forbes Guide To Planning For A Foreign Retirement

How six Americans picked retirement spots ranging from Mauritius to France. Start your own search with Forbes’ list of The Best Places To Retire Abroad in 2026.

The Startup Behind The Pill For Sleep Apnea Raises $192 Million In IPO

Apnimed got a new CEO in anticipation of its public offering. Its pill for sleep apnea could receive approval early next year.

Why Gen Z May Have An Unexpected Edge In The AI Job Market

AI may have limited entry-level hiring in the short run. But Indeed data suggests recent grads are more likely to possess the skills employers need to succeed with AI.

Ryan Williams’ Next Act After Cadre: A Fintech Fix For Private Credit’s Data Mess

Two years ago, Williams sold his commercial real estate fintech startup Cadre for more than $300 million. His new venture uses AI to solve thorny problems in how private credit firms track their investments.

DJI Pocket 4P Review: Clings To The Throne With Tremendous LOG Capabilities

The DJI Pocket 3 was a pioneering camera that changed the way we vlog. The Pocket 4P returns much improved, but the competition is very, very steep.

Zhongji Innolight Plunges In Hong Kong Debut As Global AI Trade Loses Steam

A key component supplier to global AI infrastructure faces tepid sentiment as investors increasingly question whether massive spending is justified.

The Startup Using AI To Make Hearing Aids Better

In this week’s edition of InnovationRx, we look at Fortell’s efforts to make a better hearing aid, Abby Care’s business getting payment for caregivers, J&J’s $5.5 billion talc settlement, Scribe Therapeutics’ IPO, and more.