From recycling batteries to fusion energy, these German start-ups are capitalising on emerging tech to make their mark.

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The Irish contenders were two among the 15 that made it to the final round of the competition.

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This comes a week after the drone operator announced a raise of $30m.

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The organisation has embarked on its first partnership in the region, having brokered a deal with Hong Kong-based Citybus.

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Founded in 2022, this Italian start-up wants to be the world’s leading platform for ‘authentic travel experiences’.

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The company began US trials for its drones in 2023 and earlier this year, announced plans for trials in Finland.

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The contest has increased its prize pool from €300,000 last year to €800,000 this year.

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The deal enables Bolt’s ride-hailing operation to enter Denmark for the first time.

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The Dublin-based tech company surpassed its initial target of between €1.15m and €1.35m

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This Dublin-based cybersecurity start-up wants to secure supply chains and ensure that SMEs are compliant with EU regulations.

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The start-up is eligible to win a share of $100,000 in financial support and more than $200,000 in vital services to develop their product.

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The start-up aims to ‘fuel the growth of Europe’s sovereign hyperscale cloud and AI infrastructure’.

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The start-up has a headcount of 36 and plans to hire another 15 by 2027.

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We’re taking a closer look at some of the cybersecurity start-ups in Ireland and further afield that are worth keeping an eye on.

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The two companies will initially target the fintech and robotics sectors.

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It may not be Lisdoonvarna, but AgriFood Connect is hoping to make fruitful matches for Ireland's farming community.

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The company’s CEO said it should be thought of as ‘the Stripe for hedging’.

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Founded in 2020, this Danish start-up has created a platform designed to optimise shipping routes and reduce maritime emissions.

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Successful applicants will receive a €38,000 tax-free scholarship and a fully funded postgraduate diploma.

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The new catheter devices will be released to select US stroke treatment centres.

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