Daily News: January 13, 2026
1/13/2026
Bricks.sh Secures €1.6M Pre-Seed to Expand AI-Native Internal Tools
Bricks.sh, an AI-native internal tool builder, raised €1.6 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Primo Capital to expand its platform. The platform allows developers to generate admin panels by connecting APIs and databases to its AI system, automating the building of internal tools.
Touchwaves lands €1.5M for next-gen wearable tech for NATO
Touchwaves, a Dutch deeptech startup, raised €1.5 million in pre-seed funding to develop wearable haptics technologies for human performance and situational awareness, focusing initially on military aviation. The technology also has potential applications in elite sports, ground operations, and healthcare.
Ahead Health Raises $6M to Build AI-Powered Health System in Europe
Ahead Health, a Zurich-based startup, raised $6 million to develop an AI-powered platform for preventive check-ups, including MRI scans and advanced blood tests. The platform aims to provide personalized, actionable insights for early detection of conditions like cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Verna Raises $4M to Turn Nature Programs into Measurable Action
Verna, a UK-based startup, raised $4 million to support its nature recovery software. The platform helps organizations translate nature-related commitments into practical, measurable results by integrating existing data sources to track progress and improve biodiversity outcomes.
NetBird Announces $10M Series A to Expand Open Source VPN Alternative
NetBird, a Berlin-based open-source network security platform, closed a $10 million Series A round to expand its zero-trust network solution. The platform offers secure and cost-effective private networking, focusing on usability and community-driven development as an alternative to traditional VPN solutions.