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Aikido Security Reaches Unicorn Status with $60M Series B
Belgium-based cybersecurity startup Aikido Security hit $1 billion valuation after a $60 million Series B led by DST Global. The funding will enhance its platform used by over 100,000 teams globally, following 5x revenue growth.
Harmattan AI Valued at $1.4B in $200M Defense Tech Round
French defense tech firm Harmattan AI, founded in 2024, secured $200 million Series B led by Dassault Aviation. Partnerships with French, UK ministries and Ukrainian drone maker highlight demand for autonomous aircraft.
Preply Achieves $1.2B Unicorn Valuation with $150M Series D
Ukrainian-rooted edtech Preply raised $150 million Series D, valuing it at $1.2 billion. Funds will hire AI talent across offices in Barcelona, London, New York, and Kyiv amid AI-enhanced learning push.
Osapiens Hits $1.1B Valuation in ESG Software Funding
German ESG firm Osapiens raised $100 million Series funding led by BlackRock-Temasek JV, serving over 2,400 global customers. Focuses on sustainability data and supply chain risk management.
Israeli Startups Raise Over $1B in January, Best Since 2022
24 Israeli startups secured more than $1 billion, led by cybersecurity firms like Upwind ($250M at $1.5B), Claroty ($150M at $3B), and Torq ($140M at $1.2B).
Upwind Joins Unicorn Club with $250M at $1.5B Valuation
Israeli cybersecurity startup Upwind raised $250 million Series B, reporting 900% revenue growth and adoption by Siemens, Peloton, Roku. Marks strong January for Israeli tech.
Nvidia CEO Confirms Huge Investment in OpenAI Funding Round
Nvidia's Jensen Huang announced major participation in OpenAI's up to $100B round, calling it potentially their largest investment. Supports AI infrastructure like 10GW data centers.
SpaceX Prepares Record-Breaking IPO Potentially This Year
SpaceX is lining up banks for a $1.5T IPO, possibly in 2026, driven by rocket leadership and Starlink. Could be largest flotation ever amid mega-tech listing buzz.
OpenAI and Anthropic Eye 2026 Mega IPOs Amid AI Growth
OpenAI (>$20B annualized revenue) and Anthropic plot potential floats despite high spending and complexities. Legal disputes with Elon Musk add uncertainty.
Web Summit Qatar 2026 Opens with Record 1,600+ Startups
Doha's event features over 1,600 startups, 85% international, from Palestine to US. Aims to be largest regional startup gathering with global tech leaders.
MENA Startup Enakl Closes $2.3M Seed Funding Round
Saudi-based Enakl finalized $2.3 million seed after $1.4M initial round, boosting MENA startup momentum with fresh capital and deals.
Brabant Ecosystem Grows to 768 Startups with €2B Capital
Dutch region Brabant hits 768 startups/scale-ups, focusing on deep tech and health, but scaling challenges persist versus top regions.