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Investor Insight: January 2025 portfolio updates

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Oana Ciurea

· 3 min read
Investor Insight: January 2025 portfolio updates
Startups across Europe continue to push boundaries, driving innovation across industries—from real estate and fintech to security and sustainable transport.

While some are securing major investments and partnerships, others face market challenges. Here’s a closer look at the latest developments.

Alcatraz AI is strengthening its leadership team with the appointment of Rick Nee as Chief Revenue Officer. The move comes as the company looks to scale its AI-powered biometric access control solutions to meet increasing global security demands.

Bright Spaces lit up the Proptech space, pitching to Danube Angels in an exclusive investor event. With clients in six countries and a 730% growth over the past three years, the Romanian SaaS startup is redefining how we interact with real estate through AI-powered 3D digital twin technology.

Dronamics showcased its cargo drone solutions at The Retail Summit in Saudi Arabia on January 27-28. As logistics evolves, Dronamics is proving that autonomous air freight is not just a dream—it’s the future.

Finqware is proving that open banking in Romania is more than just regulatory compliance—it’s a model for other markets. With account-to-account payments skyrocketing from 200 to 9,000 per month in 2024, and a transaction volume nearing €90 million in December alone, Finqware is redefining financial connectivity in the region.

Licenseware has earned a spot in Gartner’s latest Market Guide for Software Asset Management Tools. Being recognized in this influential report reinforces its growing presence in the software management space and its impact on optimizing IT assets for businesses worldwide.

.lumen secured a major win at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, claiming the top prize at the US Army’s $10,000 pitching competition. The Romanian startup, which develops AI-powered glasses for the visually impaired, is gaining international recognition for its scalable alternative to guide dogs. On the funding side, .lumen successfully raised €5M in a round led by Catalyst Romania, with co-investment from the European Innovation Council & Tigrim Capital.

Swisspod Technologies is picking up speed in the hyperloop race, with Colorado Governor Jared Polis visiting its testing facility in Pueblo. With strong support from local leaders, Swisspod is accelerating the future of high-speed, sustainable transportation.

Undelucram.ro CEO Costin Tudor emphasizes Romania’s need to uphold its European and international commitments in 2025. As the largest employer review platform in the region, Undelucram.ro plays a crucial role in shaping workplace transparency and employer branding.

The startup ecosystem remains as dynamic as ever, with exciting wins, new opportunities, and a few tough lessons along the way. As we step into 2025, we at SeedBlink are committed to supporting visionary founders in their journey to success.

If you’d like to connect with or support these forward-thinking startups, reach out to us at investors@seedblink.com.

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