• Ex-ArianeGroup CEO backs Pangea to build 3D-printed aerospike rocket engines

    Ex-ArianeGroup CEO backs Pangea to build 3D-printed aerospike rocket engines
    Aerospike rocket engines are the stuff of legend in the space industry. Conceived in the 1960s, their unique spiked-nozzle design promises better efficiency, reusability, and performance at all altitudes. But their complexity — and the shutdown of major space programmes towards the end of the 20th century — meant they never entered the mainstream.  But now, startups are dusting off old designs and using new technologies to revive aerospike engines for modern spaceflight. One of
  • Exclusive: Visoid bags fresh funds for AI that accelerates 3D rendering for architects

    Exclusive: Visoid bags fresh funds for AI that accelerates 3D rendering for architects
    Oslo-based startup Visoid has raised €700,000 in seed funding for its AI software, which helps architects turn their 3D models into striking renders within seconds.  For architects and designers, a good render can mean the difference between winning or losing a client. However, rendering typically requires a lot of time, effort, expertise — and money. Tools like Visoid look to disrupt the status quo. “What started as a simple tool for architects to generate beautiful visua
  • Dalot joins Ronaldo in backing personalised nutrition pioneer Bioniq

    Dalot joins Ronaldo in backing personalised nutrition pioneer Bioniq
    Another star footballer has joined a startup’s lineup. Portugal’s Diogo Dalot is the latest recruit, teaming up with compatriot Cristiano Ronaldo to back personalised supplement pioneer Bioniq. Dalot has invested €1mn in the company, which has developed an innovative approach to nutrition. Founded in 2019, Bioniq analyses blood test biomarkers to create customised supplements for athletes. The recipes are created by an algorithm trained on over 6 million biochemi

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