SeedBlink Blog

May has brought significant milestones across our portfolio. Our alumni continue to push boundaries across industries, from fintech to mobility and content orchestration. Here's your monthly roundup of notable milestones that reflect progress, partnerships, and product innovation. Join us as we highlight some of the key achievements from our funded companies.

ADASTEC

ADASTEC’s autonomous driving software, flowride.ai, powered a public demonstration of the Karsan e-ATAK bus in Cluj, Romania. The test run covered complex urban environments including traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, and unmarked roads, demonstrating the platform’s real-world capabilities. The event drew local government and media attention, reinforcing ADASTEC’s role in shaping the future of public transportation in Eastern Europe.

Alcatraz AI

Alcatraz AI recently showcased its facial authentication platform at the Data Center Expo North America, drawing attention for its “rock-solid” identity verification capabilities. With rising demand for advanced, touchless access control in high-security environments, Alcatraz AI is positioning its AI-powered solutions at the intersection of security, convenience, and cutting-edge biometrics.

Brio

Romanian edtech Brio has been included in TIME’s roundup of the most promising education technology startups. Brio’s adaptive testing platform is gaining recognition for modernizing how students and educators assess learning outcomes. With digital assessment tools becoming standard in classrooms, Brio’s evidence-based model is helping raise the bar for national education standards.

Bunnyshell

Bunnyshell was crowned “Startup of the Year 2024” by HackerNoon in Palo Alto, one of the most competitive tech hubs globally. Known for enabling developers to spin up ephemeral environments with a click, Bunnyshell has been accelerating software delivery speeds by 100x for teams worldwide. This award not only highlights technical excellence but also underscores the company's global ambition and growing reputation in DevOps innovation.

Contents

Contents has introduced a brand-new AI platform designed to streamline content orchestration across channels. With intelligent workflows, generative content capabilities, and centralized brand messaging tools, the platform helps marketers scale personalized content creation without compromising quality or speed. As demand for efficient, AI-powered content pipelines grows, Contents is well positioned to lead the next evolution in digital storytelling.

Finqware

Finqware has enabled direct bill payments through BT Leasing using its embedded finance infrastructure, no cards or cash required. This marks a meaningful step in the digitization of enterprise payment workflows, giving businesses more control and clarity over recurring payments. The collaboration exemplifies how Finqware’s B2B solutions can integrate deeply into institutional processes to remove friction and improve operational efficiency.

FlowX.AI

FlowX.AI launches its next-generation platform, FlowX5, in a major event spotlighting digital transformation in banking, on June 10th. With a low-code orchestration layer at its core, the platform accelerates innovation without disrupting legacy systems, a critical need for financial institutions undergoing modernization. The launch strengthens FlowX.AI’s position as a key enabler of composable enterprise architecture.

Footprints AI

Footprints AI continues to innovate in the retail space by launching its new AI-powered co-pilot designed specifically for brick-and-mortar stores. The tool uses behavioral data and in-store traffic patterns to deliver actionable insights, helping retailers personalize customer experiences and optimize operations in real time. As the demand for smarter, AI-enhanced retail tools grows, Footprints AI positions itself as a leader in physical commerce intelligence.

Hunch

Creative automation platform Hunch has appointed Gareth O’Neill as Chief Business Officer to guide its next phase of growth. Gareth brings a wealth of experience in scaling global SaaS and martech platforms, and will focus on driving strategic partnerships and expanding Hunch’s footprint in retail media. With personalized video and image ad generation already at its core, Hunch is now doubling down on enterprise-grade growth and revenue acceleration.

Income

Income is back for a second round on SeedBlink, opening its equity raise to community investors. The startup has already funded over €160M in loans and grew assets under management by 77% in 2023. Backed by a €540,000 commitment from a major shareholder, this raise will fuel expansion into Mexico and the Philippines, the development of a secondary market, and enhancements to its tech stack. A great opportunity to co-own the future of private credit.

KFactory

KFactory has launched a new version of its smart manufacturing platform, introducing enhanced analytics, improved machine connectivity, and a user-friendly interface. Designed to accelerate digital transformation in factories, the platform empowers production managers with real-time data to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and drive decision-making. It’s a timely innovation as manufacturers seek to modernize post-pandemic operations.

Kinderpedia

Kinderpedia was also featured in the 2025 Sifted 100 list, earning praise for its holistic platform that connects schools, teachers, and parents in a single digital ecosystem. With features for attendance tracking, lesson planning, communication, and financial management, Kinderpedia is simplifying school administration while enhancing the learning experience. Its rapid growth showcases rising demand for smarter education tools.

.lumen

dotLumen, the Romanian startup developing assistive glasses for the blind, reached two major milestones in May. First, it received CE certification for its pioneering hardware, affirming its readiness for European markets. Second, it won the Tech for Change award at VivaTech 2025 in Paris, becoming the first Romanian deeptech startup to reach the global finals. With this momentum, dotLumen is well on its way to transforming accessibility for millions worldwide.

MOCAPP

MOCAPP’s Influencer Accelerator (IAM) community has surpassed 5,100 members, becoming the largest educational hub for content creators in Southeast Europe. Designed to equip influencers with the skills needed for sustainable and ethical digital careers, IAM’s growth reflects the increasing demand for professionalization in influencer marketing. MOCAPP is positioning itself not only as a tech platform, but also as a key enabler of the creator economy.

Pago

Pago expands its footprint by integrating with Salt Bank, enabling users to access RCA insurance services directly from their banking app. The integration allows customers to receive insurance quotes from all major providers, purchase policies in just a few clicks, and manage multiple vehicles in one place. This collaboration makes the insurance process faster, more transparent, and entirely mobile—eliminating paperwork and phone calls from the equation.

Protio

Protio, the Greek proptech startup, raised €1 million in new funding to scale its real estate decarbonization platform. The capital will support product development and geographic expansion, allowing Protio to tackle the emissions footprint of Europe’s aging building stock. With ESG targets tightening across the continent, Protio’s data-driven approach to sustainable renovations offers both compliance and value creation.

Questo

Questo has climbed to #87 in Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 EMEA rankings, becoming the highest-ranked Romanian company on the list for the second consecutive year. This milestone is not only a win for the team but also a breakthrough moment for real-world gaming as a category. With its location-based storytelling platform, Questo is redefining how people explore cities—bridging tourism, entertainment, and digital interaction in meaningful new ways.

Stasher

Stasher has partnered with Quadient to deploy luggage storage solutions via smart lockers across the UK. This partnership blends Stasher’s network and logistics expertise with Quadient’s smart locker infrastructure, enabling travelers to securely store luggage in urban locations with just a few taps. It’s a scalable solution addressing urban mobility, tourism, and short-term storage in one stroke, turning locker systems into a modern utility.

Swisspod

Swisspod Technologies announced a fresh investment from Silicon Roundabout Ventures to support its mission to reinvent high-speed transportation. With proprietary linear induction motor technology that drastically reduces deployment costs—$20M/km compared to $71M/km in traditional rail—Swisspod is laying the foundation for scalable and sustainable hyperloop infrastructure. The investment validates the startup’s technical edge and deeptech credentials on the global stage.

Synaptiq

Synaptiq was recently spotlighted in a roundup of high-impact startups driving innovation in Romania. Its AI platform supports radiologists in interpreting complex oncology scans with greater speed and accuracy. As demand for clinical decision support tools grows, Synaptiq is cementing its position as a critical player in healthtech, especially in regions facing radiologist shortages.

Tapline

Tapline has entered a strategic partnership with CoCo Finance GmbH, a boutique consultancy specializing in financial advisory, startup assessments, and talent acquisition. By combining Tapline’s non-dilutive revenue-based funding model with CoCo’s hands-on advisory services, the duo will better support SaaS and subscription-based businesses in achieving faster access to capital, optimized scaling strategies, and long-term financial sustainability. It’s a big step in reshaping how startups approach growth capital.

Telios Care

Telios Care has been recognized in the Sifted 100 list of Romania’s fastest-growing companies in 2025. The telemedicine startup continues to lead in digital healthcare innovation, offering 24/7 remote medical consultations and preventive care services. As the healthcare landscape evolves, Telios is scaling not only in Romania but also preparing to expand its hybrid care model regionally.

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We remain committed to fostering innovation and supporting our alumni network as they continue to lead and disrupt industries. If you're interested in collaborating, investing, or mentoring any of these companies, feel free to reach out to us at mailto:investors@seedblink.com.