Daily News: February 19, 2026
2/19/2026
Swedish CubaseBio emerges from stealth with €5.9 million to scale volumetric DNA microscopy
CubaseBio, a Stockholm-based startup developing a 3D spatial transcriptomics platform, raised €5.9 million in funding from Voima Ventures, Nordic Science Investments, and others to commercialize its volumetric DNA microscopy technology.
Plato closes $14.5M round to scale AI tools for distributors
Plato, an AI-based operating system for wholesale distributors, secured $14.5 million in seed funding led by Atomico. The funding will be used to expand the platform’s functionality and support international expansion.
SportIQ expands connected sports ball technology with $6.2M raise
SportIQ, which develops smart basketballs and in-app coaching technology, raised $6.2 million in a Series A funding round. The company plans to expand its product range and platform into additional use cases and sports.
Agaton raises $10 million to expand its AI platform for sales teams
Agaton, a Stockholm-based AI platform that analyzes voice to help sales teams, raised $10 million in seed funding. The funding will accelerate go-to-market efforts, expand AI capabilities, and support product development.
Copla raises €6M Series A to support EU regulatory compliance
Copla, a regtech company developing real-time compliance infrastructure, raised €6 million in a Series A funding round. The funding will support product development, team expansion, and international growth.