Brussels proposes tightening control over foreign investments made through subsidiaries in Europe
Brussels is proposing tighter control over foreign investments to prevent strategic companies from falling into unwanted hands, mainly Chinese and Middle Eastern countries.
The EU Commission is also seeking to control exports of dual-use technology and monitor European investments in advanced technologies in third countries. [ more ]
Defense tech and 'resilience' get global funding sources: Here are some top funders | TechCrunch
Startups are tapping into the global military expenditure by focusing on defense tech with dual-use potential and resilience tech.
Investor interest is shifting towards tech solutions that can serve both civilian and military needs, reflecting a societal and venture capital mindset change.
Venture capital firms are increasingly investing in resilience tech startups globally, including in regions affected by recent conflicts like Ukraine and Israel. [ more ]