Thursday, January 29, 2026

Startups

    Austria Startup Brief – January 21-27

    Last week our Austria startup brief showed capital discipline, selective growth, and early consolidation. Between January 21 and 27, European startup activity pointed to a more measured phase of the...

    How Austrian Tech Made My Ski Days Smoother

    I’ve always loved the ritual of a ski day—the early morning buzz, the layering of gear, the anticipation of that first run. However, there...

    Why the Founders Pass Feels Like a Turning Point for Austria’s Health Innovation Scene

    Every now and then, an initiative pops up that feels less like another program and more like a quiet shift in the landscape. That’s...

    2026: A Breakout Year for Europe’s Startup Scene — And Why ViennaUP Is My Unmissable Highlight

    Every January, I sit down with a fresh calendar and map out the events that will shape my professional year. 2026 already feels different....

    How ImageBiopsy Lab Is Transforming Radiology—From Vienna to the World

    When I think about Vienna, I don’t just picture its grand architecture or rich cultural heritage. I also see a city quietly shaping the...

    Agri Spectra AI Joins Science Park Graz Academy

    I have recently read online that Agri Spectra AI, a startup I’ve been quietly rooting for, officially joined the Science Park Graz (SPG) Academy....

    Sifted’s 2025 Startup Rankings: What 2025’s Fastest-Growing List Reveals

    Browsing through the list "Sifted 250 - Europe's Fastest-Growing Startups 2025" feels like peeking into Europe’s collective imagination — the ideas we’re chasing, the...