Startup directory in Europe
Browse startup organisations across Europe. Each entry links to its country, city, and sector pages.
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Ageras
Ageras is a Copenhagen-based fintech company founded in 2012 that has assembled a comprehensive financial operating system for small businesses through a strategy of organic development and acquisitions. The platform combines banking, accounting software, payroll, invoicing, and tax tools into a single integrated experience, reducing the need for SMBs to juggle multiple vendors. Ageras has acquired companies including Billy, Kontist, and Tellow to build out its stack across Denmark, Germany, and the Netherlands. The company aims to become the default financial backbone for European small businesses.
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Agesync
Agesync (Agesync GmbH), established in 2024 and based in Berlin (with a presence in New York), is a physician-led longevity platform that combines at-home blood diagnostics measuring 40-60+ biomarkers with a network of licensed EU doctors who review results and prescribe personalized hormonal therapy, nutrition, training, and supplement protocols. Its dashboard tracks biomarker trends, protocol adherence, and wearable data such as HRV and sleep over quarterly retesting cycles, and its labs are ISO 15189-certified partners in the EU and US.
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AgeVolt
AgeVolt offers a digital ecosystem for EV charging that integrates with building energy management to prevent overloads and blackouts. Its platform optimizes charging schedules, manages access, and supports payments across fleets and commercial properties. The company is building a network model described as a “booking.com for private chargers,” unlocking underused charging infrastructure. By 2026, AgeVolt is a notable Slovak player in smart charging.
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Agile Robots
Agile Robots is a Munich-based robotics company founded in 2018 as a spin-off from the German Aerospace Center (DLR). It builds robots that combine precise force-torque sensing with AI-driven computer vision to handle delicate industrial tasks such as assembly and inspection. Backed by investors including the SoftBank Vision Fund, it manufactures both robotic arms and complete automation systems and is one of Germany's most valuable robotics startups.
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AGRIVI
AGRIVI is a digital agriculture platform offering farm management software (AGRIVI 360), an AI advisory tool for input manufacturers (AGRIVI AI Engage), and food traceability solutions. The platform is used across 50+ markets by enterprise farms and agri-food companies including Nestlé, Driscoll's, and Kimberly-Clark. Founded in Zagreb in 2013, the company has raised EUR 4 million and is active across five continents.
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Agrolabs
Agrolabs is an AgTech company from Tbilisi focused on digitizing greenhouse operations through IoT sensing and analytics. The platform combines hardware sensors with cloud-based monitoring to detect crop and climate anomalies early and provide daily recommendations for yield optimization. It grew from the 500 Georgia/Eurasia ecosystem and is positioned for cross-border agriculture markets.
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Agrovar
AgroVAR is a Bulgarian regenerative-agriculture platform that helps farmers adopt soil-carbon-sequestering practices and monetize the results through verified carbon certificates. The company estimates sequestration potential of one to five tonnes of CO2 equivalent per hectare and additional revenue of 40-250 BGN per hectare from regenerative practices. Its team includes climate-science and software specialists supporting farms through the transition.
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AI Clearing
Construction analytics platform that ingests drone, satellite, and site imagery to produce automated progress, quantity, and quality reports for large linear-infrastructure projects (roads, rail, pipelines, solar farms). Operates across Europe and North America. Backed by Movens Capital.
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Aibidia
Aibidia (Aibidia Oy) is a Helsinki-based transfer pricing software company that automates the full transfer pricing lifecycle for multinational enterprises. Its platform connects teams, tools, and territories in a single data hub, covering TP compliance, operational transfer pricing, local file generation, P&L segmentation, Pillar Two preparation, benchmarking studies, and an AI research assistant called TP Aurora. Customers referenced on its site include Fujifilm, Phoenix Group, Symrise, Valeo, Nokia, and HMD.
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Aikido Security
Aikido Security is a unified developer-first application security platform covering code scanning, cloud posture, runtime monitoring and AI-driven penetration testing — all from one console. Founded in 2022 in Ghent by serial entrepreneurs Willem Delbare, Roeland Delrue, Felix Garriau and Madeline Lawrence, it became Europe's fastest cybersecurity unicorn after closing a $60 M Series B led by DST Global and PSG Equity in 2025 at a $1 B+ valuation. Annual recurring revenue hit $20 M in 2025 with a target of $60 M. Aikido serves developers and security teams at mid-market and enterprise companies from offices in Ghent, San Francisco, London and Chicago.
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AIKO
AIKO develops flight-proven AI software that enables satellites and spacecraft to operate autonomously — detecting anomalies, replanning missions, processing payload data, and executing maneuvers without ground intervention. Founded in Turin in 2017 by Lorenzo Feruglio, AIKO became the first European company to demonstrate deep learning algorithms in orbit. The company's modular product suite (GENE for anomaly detection, OLIVER for onboard planning, CLEAR for payload processing, DANA for maneuvering) serves commercial operators and space agencies. With offices in Turin and Toulouse, AIKO has raised €7 million and is leading the ASIMOV proximity-operations project funded by the Italian Space Agency.
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AImotive
AImotive (originally Adasworks) is a Budapest-based deep-tech company building a full-stack automated driving platform — perception, prediction, planning, and control — designed as vendor-neutral software that OEMs and tier-one suppliers can integrate alongside their own hardware rather than buy as a locked Nvidia or Mobileye stack. Founded in 2015 by László Kishonti, AImotive also develops aiSim, a production-grade simulation environment used by automotive customers to validate ADAS and self-driving stacks, and its own NPU IP (aiWare) aimed at efficient neural-network inference for automotive workloads. The company has partnerships with Volvo, Bosch, and other tier-one automotive players, and was acquired by Stellantis in 2024 to become part of the group's in-house software and AD stack — one of the most strategically significant European automotive AI exits of the decade and a capstone story for Hungarian deep-tech.
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Aircall
Aircall is a Paris-based fintech-adjacent software company founded in 2014 that provides a cloud-based business phone and call-centre platform, integrating voice calling with CRM and helpdesk tools and adding AI-powered conversation intelligence. It serves sales and support teams at thousands of companies and reached unicorn status in 2021.
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Airspeed
Agent-native AI platform for go-to-market execution, founded by ex-DeepMind researchers (formerly Glyphic). Autonomous agents act on commercial context across calls, emails, tickets and CRM to update systems, flag risks and generate follow-ups for revenue teams.
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Aiven
Aiven is a Helsinki-based cloud data platform founded in 2016 that provides fully managed open-source data infrastructure services including PostgreSQL, Apache Kafka, Redis, Elasticsearch, and ClickHouse across all major cloud providers. The company raised over $270 million including a $210 million Series D in 2022 at a $3 billion valuation, making it Finland's most valuable startup at the time. Aiven serves thousands of customers globally and employs over 500 people. By abstracting the operational complexity of open-source data tools, Aiven enables engineering teams to focus on building rather than managing infrastructure.
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Aize
Aize is an Oslo-based industrial software company founded in 2020 as a spin-off from the Aker Group, drawing on 30 years of industrial software heritage. Its platform creates digital twins of heavy assets — integrating 2D, 3D and 4D data — for engineering, operations, maintenance and project execution in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Aize has a strategic partnership with Aker BP to provide a single source of truth for offshore assets and is deployed on some of Norway's largest oil and gas developments. The company operates globally with around 197 employees across six continents.
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Ajax Systems
Overview: Ajax Systems is a leading security technology startup and is now the largest manufacturer of professional security systems in Europe. The company develops and produces a range of smart security devices for homes and businesses - including wireless motion detectors, door/window opening sensors, glass break sensors, fire alarms, flood detectors, and control panels - all connected via Ajax's proprietary radio communication technology. An Ajax security system typically centers around a smart hub and can integrate over 50 different sensors and sirens to provide comprehensive intrusion detection, fire safety, and even smart home automation. The devices are known for their sleek design (winning multiple Red Dot design awards) and reliable performance (long battery life, extended wireless range, resistant to jamming). Users manage the system through Ajax's mobile app, receiving instant alerts and being able to arm/disarm or monitor their property from anywhere. Unlike traditional wired security systems, Ajax's wireless approach allows easy installation and scalability. With its combination of hardware and software, Ajax Systems has effectively become a security platform protecting over 1 million premises in more than 120 countries. Founding Story (2011): Ajax Systems was founded in 2011 in Kyiv, Ukraine by Oleksandr (Alexander) Konotopskyi. Konotopskyi started Ajax in his mid-20s, with a vision to build a security system that was both high-quality and affordable, targeting a gap in the market between cheap unreliable alarms and overly expensive Western systems. In the early days, Ajax was literally a garage startup - the team of engineers hand-soldered the first devices themselves. They focused initially on creating a car alarm and simple motion detectors, but soon pivoted fully to smart home security. The name "Ajax" was chosen to signify agility and strength (after the Greek hero). The company struggled to find capital at first, as Ukraine in 2011 had limited VC presence. In 2015, Ajax got its first external investment of $1M from SMRK, a local fund run by MacPaw's CEO, which allowed scaling production. A major milestone was around 2016 when Ajax launched its second-generation system with the Jeweller radio technology and a polished mobile app - this got attention in European markets. By 2017, Ajax started exporting its devices beyond Ukraine, and a turning point came when it won a prestigious security industry award in the UK, helping build global credibility. The founding story is one of persistence: Konotopskyi has often recounted how many advised him that manufacturing electronics in Ukraine was impractical, but he proved it possible with a highly motivated local team. Product and Innovation: Ajax's product line today includes about 180 products covering intrusion detection (motion, opening, glass break sensors), fire safety (smoke and CO detectors, fire alarm), flood prevention (leak detectors), plus sirens, keypads, panic buttons, and relay modules to control third-party devices. The system connects via radio frequencies (868 MHz band in Europe, etc.) with range up to 2000 meters and has advanced encryption. One of Ajax's innovation points is its proprietary OS Malevich that runs the hubs, enabling over-the-air updates and new features. The Ajax mobile app provides a modern UX that was missing in older alarm systems. Another innovative aspect is battery life - sensors can work 5-7 years on one battery, addressing a pain point of wireless security. Ajax also built a technology called Wings for photo verification - some motion detectors have cameras that can send photos when triggered, so users and alarm companies see if an intruder is present. The target market for Ajax includes both residential customers and small businesses/shops, as well as larger commercial clients (they have a heavier-duty hub for enterprise). The systems are typically sold and installed via a network of 1,100+ authorized security providers/installers globally, rather than direct to consumer only. This channel strategy helped Ajax penetrate traditional security markets in Europe, Asia, and beyond. Traction and Scale: The growth of Ajax Systems has been remarkable, especially post-2015. As of late 2023, Ajax serves over 4 million end users worldwide who rely on its security systems. It has become the top alarm system brand in Europe by units sold - a feat for a Ukrainian company competing with legacy giants. The company's revenue reflects this: in 2023, Ajax's revenue was around UAH 7.5-8.5 billion (Ukrainian hryvnia), roughly $200+ million USD, showing rapid growth from just a few million USD a decade prior. It's been profitable and reinvesting in expansion, now running multiple manufacturing plants. Ajax exports to over 120 countries, with key markets including Italy, Spain, France, the UK, and also growth in the Middle East and Latin America. In Ukraine, Ajax became a market leader, protecting many homes even amid the war. The company's workforce grew to around 2,500 employees (by 2025) spread across R&D centers in Kyiv, hardware development in Kharkiv, and manufacturing facilities in Ukraine and a new plant in Turkey (opened 2022) and recently in Vietnam (opened 2025 to diversify production). These expansions are partly in response to risk management due to regional instability, but also to meet surging global demand. Ajax's products have received numerous awards in the security industry and technology circles for innovation. Funding and Investors: Ajax's funding journey started with local investors. The initial $1M from SMRK in 2015 and early revenues got the company off the ground. A significant boost came in 2019 when Horizon Capital, a U.S.-Ukrainian private equity firm, invested $10 million for a minority stake. This effectively was Ajax's Series A, and it valued the company north of $70M reportedly. Horizon's investment provided growth capital to scale production and international sales. Interestingly, Ajax never took traditional Silicon Valley VC funding; by the time it was on VC radar, it was already profitable and scaling via PE style funding. EBRD also extended some debt financing to Ajax as it expanded manufacturing. Total external funding is relatively modest (about $11M equity and some debt), as the company's strong revenue allowed it to fuel growth internally. PitchBook data shows Ajax's valuation surpassed $100M by 2020, and given the revenue growth, some speculated it could approach unicorn status if valued on a typical tech multiple (though security hardware might have lower multiples). Achievements and Impact: Ajax Systems stands out as one of the most successful hardware startups from Eastern Europe. Achievements include becoming the number 1 security system brand in Europe within 10 years, something even the founder calls "building the Apple of security in Ukraine." The products have achieved a level of reliability that professional security companies trust - over 1,200 security companies (alarm response centers) around the world integrate with Ajax's system to provide monitoring services. Ajax's impact in Ukraine is also profound: it built local manufacturing when many said it was impossible, created thousands of jobs, and became one of Ukraine's top tech exporters. Even during the 2022 Russian invasion, Ajax kept its factories in Ukraine running (with precautions and relocating some lines to safer regions) and supported the war effort by developing an "Air Alarm" app for Ukrainians (in partnership with the government) to warn of missile attacks. This app uses Ajax's expertise in instant mass notification and became a widely used tool, saving lives. Ajax's success has been a beacon for Ukraine's tech industry, proving that a hardware company can scale globally from Ukraine. In recognition, founder Konotopskyi received national awards and is often cited among top Ukrainian entrepreneurs. The company's plans include possibly an IPO in the future once global expansion stabilizes. It continues to innovate - recent new products include automation devices (to control lights, thermostats, etc., moving Ajax towards smart home, not just security). By coupling security with convenience, Ajax is carving out a role in the broader IoT and smart home market. In summary, Ajax Systems transformed from a Kyiv startup into a global security powerhouse, all while keeping its R&D and much of its production in Ukraine, which is a testament to the talent and resilience of Ukrainian engineers and business leaders. Sources: inventure.com.ua, euristiq.com, techukraine.org, ajax.systems.
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Akros Energy
Akros Energy is a German company, based in Rostock-Laage and backed by H2APEX with EU funding, developing chemical hydrogen-storage technology that stores hydrogen safely in salt-based carriers rather than as pressurized or cryogenic gas. It positions the approach as a zero-hazard, cost-efficient alternative to liquid hydrogen, ammonia and other carrier technologies for transporting and deploying hydrogen at industrial scale.
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Alan
Alan is a Paris-based health insurance and digital health platform founded in 2016 by Jean-Charles Samuelian-Werve (CEO) and Charles Gorintin (CTO) — the only new independent health insurer licensed in France since 1986. It combines group and individual health insurance with a mobile super-app offering reimbursements, telemedicine, mental-health support (Alan Clinic) and Mo, an AI health assistant delivering doctor-reviewed answers. By early 2026 Alan served over one million members across France, Belgium, Spain and Canada, with €785M ARR in 2025 (up 53%) and operational profitability in France. Alan has raised roughly €754M across eight rounds. It reached unicorn status in 2021 with a €185M Series D led by Coatue, and in March 2026 a €100M Series G led by Index Ventures — a backer since its Series A — valued the company at €5bn. Other investors include Temasek, Teachers' Venture Growth, Coatue, Lakestar, Partech, Belfius and DST Global.
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ALBUPAD
Developed a proprietary biomaterial made from albumin — fully biocompatible and biodegradable — engineered for next-generation drug delivery and tissue engineering, with natural tumour tropism and built-in imaging visibility. Founded 2023.
