Updates from SeedBlink's Alumni:

Arcanna AI

Arcanna AI recently announced its recognition as a Sample Vendor in Gartner's Hype Cycle for Security Operations, 2025, specifically under the AI SOC Agents category on July 29, 2025. This recognition highlights Arcanna's position in developing AI solutions that augment security investigations and reduce false positives in cybersecurity operations. The inclusion in Gartner's analysis represents a significant milestone for the company's "Ultimate Human-AI Partnership in Cybersecurity" approach, positioning them among notable vendors in the AI-driven security operations landscape.

Bunnyshell

Bunnyshell launched Hopx, a smart tool that helps developers turn any Git code project into a working Docker setup - automatically and with no extra steps. Hopx looks at the code, understands how it works, tests it, and then creates the files needed to run it in Docker or Docker Compose, all in just a few minutes. During a live demo, Bunnyshell showed how Hopx can save developers hours by skipping the usual manual setup and creating ready-to-use environments instantly. This release came just weeks after they added tools for fast recovery in cloud systems using Kubernetes. With Hopx and these new features, Bunnyshell is making it much easier and faster for developers to manage and automate cloud projects.

Dronamics

As a result of the investment Dronamics received last month from the European Innovation Council, they’ve ramped up production and scaled the launch of Dronamics’ “Black Swan” cargo drone, which is designed and manufactured entirely in Europe.

They’ve also shifted its commercial flight launch focus from Greece to Bulgaria, aiming to start operations there by year-end while keeping Greece and Portugal on the roadmap. The STEP initiative was recognized by CEO Svilen Rangelov as a lifeline for Europe’s drone sector, positioning Dronamics as the EU’s only actively funded civilian cargo drone platform. Dronamics re-emphasized its dual-use tech approach, prioritizing logistics and ISR missions for both civilian and government clients. The company highlighted access to over 3,000 mostly unused European airfields for rapid expansion, supported by growing international partnerships and a robust pipeline.

Druid AI

Druid AI launched version 9.1 of its conversational AI platform with key upgrades like enhanced logging and custom code extensions, boosting automation performance for enterprise users. The company also hosted a major webinar with Fluid Solutions Group on July 25, showcasing how AI streamlines the student experience in education. July marked further recognition of Druid’s growth, with its Series C round listed among Romania’s biggest tech investments this year and new deployments in education and telecom sectors reinforcing its leadership in conversational business automation.

FlowX.AI

FlowX.AI achieved significant recognition in July 2025 by being featured in Gartner’s Market Guide for Digital Banking Platforms. The platform stands out as the only solution enabling major financial institutions to dramatically accelerate and lower the costs of building AI Agents and AI-enabled, mission-critical systems. It’s newest development: FlowX.AI 5. A new tool that helps banks use AI without having to rebuild their existing systems. It lets teams create secure, custom AI assistants quickly. This way, they can improve services, save time, and stay in control of their data. This Gartner listing, widely celebrated by the FlowX.AI team and industry insiders on LinkedIn, validates the company’s approach to delivering powerful, open enterprise development tools tailored for the complex needs of the global banking sector and underscores its growing influence on the future of digital banking.

KFactory

KFactory reported strong activity as it continued to shape the digital transformation of manufacturing with its advanced Industry 4.0 platform. The company’s founders, Vlad Cazan and Adrian Dima, were featured in a recent ZF Tech Day interview, where they discussed how KFactory’s ecosystem of AI-powered virtual engineers and advanced analytics modules is democratizing plant data and enabling smarter, real-time decision-making for industrial leaders. KFactory’s core solution integrates IoT sensors, machine learning, and virtual engineering assistants, allowing manufacturers to monitor production, maintenance, and supply chain processes with unprecedented visibility and efficiency. The newest version incorporates AI agent systems and computer vision to optimize shopfloor operations, responding to the needs of both medium and large enterprises. KFactory has been consolidating its presence in international markets and partnerships, especially in the UK, through their deployment at YASA (a Mercedes-Benz subsidiary).

Labbox

Labbox did exhibit at Analytica Lab Africa in Johannesburg from July 8–10, 2025, a key event for the laboratory technology sector in Africa. Their participation as a first-time exhibitor was announced via their official social media, where Labbox highlighted their excitement to connect with research and technical communities at the show. Analytica Lab Africa 2025 brought together major suppliers and industry innovators, providing a platform for companies like Labbox to introduce new laboratory equipment, including digital microscopes and high-definition laboratory cameras, aligning with broader trends of digitalization and access to advanced laboratory tools.

.lumen

Between 8-11 July, .lumen took the stage at the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, one of the world’s leading gatherings on artificial intelligence hosted by the UN. Cornel Amariei, Founder & CEO, delivered a keynote titled “Pedestrian Autonomous Driving for the Blind: Reimagining AI for Global Inclusion”, where he introduced the concept of using self-driving car technology to guide people instead of vehicles. Attendees experienced a live demo of .lumen’s AI-powered smart glasses - the world’s first wearable that mimics a guide dog through haptic feedback and spatial AI - offering a bold glimpse into the future of accessibility and independence for the blind.

Mewery

Mewery made headlines by announcing the successful development of a stable cultivated pork cell line, marking a crucial step forward in scaling its proprietary microalgae-based cultivated meat technology. Alongside this technical milestone, the Czech startup secured over €3 million in government and EU grants - including a notable Czech government grant of nearly €200,000—which will support its progress toward commercializing its alternative protein products. These achievements reinforce Mewery’s role as a pioneer in Europe’s alternative protein sector, positioning the company at the forefront of sustainable food innovation and the continent’s growing cultivated meat industry.

Nordensa

Nordensa is advancing the frontier of fan-led sports investments with its dynamic platform that now enables supporters to back football talent and is preparing to expand access to academies and clubs worldwide. July 2025 communications put the limelight on Nordensa’s expansion road map and Series A fundraising ambitions, while their ongoing collaborations with a growing roster of European football clubs and emerging stars continue to validate the company’s traction and value proposition in the sports investment space.

Sendance

Sendance has strategically leveraged its ongoing partnership with BioT to pioneer scalable, cloud-powered sensor grids for both medical devices and sports technology. These updates highlighted the importance of robust cybersecurity and compliance in accelerating innovation, cementing Sendance’s commitment to safer, smarter sensor applications across health and sports tech markets.

Upgrade Education

Upgrade Education demonstrated record impact last month, guiding over 245 Romanian students through the intricate process of international university admissions and helping them secure 423 confirmed study offers abroad - averaging 2.43 offers per student. Nearly 47% of these offers came from universities ranked in the global top 100, marking a notable rise from previous years and highlighting increasing competitiveness among Romanian applicants. The United States continued to attract high achievers, yielding over 50 offers (many from Ivy League and top 100 schools), with the proportion of elite offers in the US up to 53.85% this year. Upgrade Education’s 2025 milestone report reflects its leading role in Romanian education consultancy, empowering more students to access elite global education and compete at the highest international level, while emphasising the importance of personal development as well as academic accomplishments. 

Wikifarmer

Wikifarmer strengthened its position as a leading B2B agricultural marketplace with its expansion into the UK, launching operations to streamline olive oil sourcing for British businesses. As import prices surge and supply chains tighten, the platform now connects UK buyers in retail, hospitality, and food processing directly with Mediterranean producers - offering competitive pricing, flexible credit terms, and full transparency. With over 7,000 buyers and 15,000 suppliers globally, Wikifarmer’s UK entry supports its mission to reshape agri-trade across Europe.

SeedBlink

SeedBlink accelerated its mission to democratize tech investment with the launch of a new syndicate management platform tailored for investment clubs and private investors. This innovative tool simplifies cross-border co-investment, providing streamlined management of group funding and portfolio oversight - key steps as SeedBlink strengthens its presence as a pan-European tech scaleup facilitator. The news comes as a direct result of SeedBlink’s ongoing dialogue with its community on LinkedIn and recent press releases covered by industry blogs, emphasizing the platform’s pivotal role in fueling the next generation of European startups.

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Companies available on SeedBlink Secondaries:

Bolt

Bolt continued its rapid expansion, surpassing 200 million users across 50+ countries. Notable releases this month included Family Profiles, making it easier for households to share and manage rides, and a revamp of ride categories to provide clearer choices and reward high-quality service. Bolt also advanced its European footprint by launching taxi services in Groningen, Netherlands, and kicked off a €300,000 partnership with ETH Zürich, one of Europe’s top technical universities, to analyze mobility data and help cities devise smarter, more sustainable transport policies. These July developments reinforce Bolt’s standing as a global leader in integrated, data-driven mobility solutions.

Databricks

In July 2025, Databricks made some big updates to its AI platform, which helps companies work with data in the cloud more easily. One of the main new features is Agent Bricks - a tool that helps different AI programs work together to solve complex tasks without needing people to manage each step. They also released a new version of Databricks SQL, which adds more advanced tools for working with data and makes it easier to write complex queries.

For security and control, they improved how companies can manage and protect their data using real-time rules. On the tech side, they introduced free serverless workspaces to test ideas quickly, better support for using GPUs, new tools to build data workflows faster, and big improvements to dashboards - including quicker theme changes and a history of recent queries.

They also launched a new partnership with SAP, so companies using SAP’s data tools can now access Databricks features directly. This helps them get better insights and use AI more effectively with the data they already trust.

Epic Games

Epic Games had a big month in July 2025, mainly because more game studios started using Unreal Engine 6, which now includes better AI tools and real-time animation features that make game creation faster and more creative. Fortnite also saw a 30% increase in monthly players compared to last year, thanks to new virtual concerts and exciting in-game collaborations. Meanwhile, the Epic Games Store grew to over 120 million users and now offers more than 2,000 games. Epic also signed new publishing deals in Asia and Europe, strengthening its global role in gaming and digital content creation.

Figure AI

Figure AI is now worth $39.5 billion and is raising more money to build 12,000 humanoid robots per year at its factory in California. Backed by major names like Microsoft, NVIDIA, Intel Capital, and Jeff Bezos, Figure recently started testing its Figure 02 robots with companies like BMW and a large U.S. delivery service. These robots use the company’s own Helix AI technology, which helps them see, understand, and act like humans. As robot production has tripled this summer and more companies start using them, SeedBlink’s offer gives rare access to one of the world’s most advanced AI robotics companies.

Koenigsegg

Koenigsegg revealed its fastest and most advanced car yet: the Sadair’s Spear. With 1,625 horsepower, it’s lighter than the Jesko, has better grip, and less air resistance. At the Goodwood Festival of Speed, it beat a lap record by 1.1 seconds, proving just how powerful it is. Only 30 cars will be made, each costing around £3.3 million, and they’re already all sold.

Besides power, the car includes high-tech features like turbine-shaped wheels that improve grip and cooling, better brakes, stronger cooling systems, and a racing-style interior that still feels luxurious. It’s not just fast—it’s smart, comfortable, and a glimpse into the future of hypercars.

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