CEE VC SUMMIT 2026

Editor's pick
October 15, 2025

Europe raises record $1.5B for defence tech. Why is it still behind the US in the VC race?

In 2025, Europe raised $1.5B for defence tech, yet the US still captures 85% of NATO’s defence VC. What does the funding landscape reveal, and why does the US remain so far ahead?

October 8, 2025

Not just Lovable: who and how is driving the vibe coding revolution in AI economy

AI-driven vibe coding is now a multi-billion-dollar category reshaping software creation. We are looking at the numbers and risks behind the explosive growth of startups like Lovable, Cursor, Replit, and Cognition

September 17, 2025

EU AI Act takes effect, and startups push back. Here's what you need to know

Europe’s AI Act is now in force, setting new rules for general-purpose AI. Startups warn it could slow innovation as regulators seek the right balance.

August 28, 2025

ElevenLabs, Lovable, Mistral, and more: inside Europe’s most valuable GenAI startups

Explore Europe’s most valuable generative AI startups in 2025 — from model builders like Mistral and Aleph Alpha to applied leaders such as Synthesia, Eleven Labs, and Lovable, plus AI disruptors in mobility and drug discovery.

August 21, 2025

“Dutch approach” to founders: how Airbridge helps CEE startups expand internationally

In the interview, Dutch investor Airbridge told Vestbee about its investment strategy, founder relations, and plans in CEE.

August 12, 2025

VC funding in CEE report — Q2 2025

Take a look at VC funding in CEE report Q2 2025, our quarterly overview of VC transactions in CEE.

August 7, 2025

Most common pitch deck mistakes, according to VCs

“Don’t try to say everything. Say the right thing.” VCs reveal the most common pitch deck mistakes and how to fix them.

July 23, 2025

Promising climate tech startups to watch, according to investors

CapitalT and Impact Ventures share their picks of noteworthy climate techstartups.