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Estonia dips to No 12 on Global Startup Ecosystem Index

Estonia dips to No 12 on Global Startup Ecosystem Index

Estonia has ranked 12th in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2026 by StartupBlink, with an 8.8% annual ecosystem growth rate, down one place from last year. On the list, headed by the United States and Britain, Estonia ranks close to the Netherlands at 10th and to France at 11th,

KAARI KINK: Smartcap's role in the Estonian fund market needs rethinking

KAARI KINK: Smartcap's role in the Estonian fund market needs rethinking

The Estonian fund market is moving towards a critical turning point. Smartcap has an important role in this development. It is difficult to summarise the six years I have spent in the Estonian fund market, both as a member of the Superangel investment team and as the chairwoman of EstVCA,

Estonian startups bring home awards from Deep Tech Atelier

Estonian startups bring home awards from Deep Tech Atelier

RIGA — Estonian deeptech companies secured victories at the Deep Tech Atelier 2026 pitching competition, capturing top category awards and prominent corporate prizes at the Baltic region's flagship deep-tech event. The conference, which concluded this week, drew more than 2,300 registered participants representing 69 countries. The annual

Fomo Academy: Tips for a successful Latitude59 (and conference season)

Fomo Academy: Tips for a successful Latitude59 (and conference season)

TALLINN - Are you heading to Latitude59 next week? Even for the seasoned conference goer it can end up being a very hectic week. There’s so many events, so many people to meet and even the tempting agenda can take you away from your actual business agenda. To help you

The finalists of Latitude59’s pitch competition have been revealed

The finalists of Latitude59’s pitch competition have been revealed

TALLINN - Congratulations to the seven finalists, representing four different countries, in Latitude59’s pitch competition. They beat out 465 applicants to reach the Bold stage next week, where they will pitch for a chance to secure angel and VC investment. With nearly €500,000 in this year’s prize pot

ALEJANDRO JIMENEZ: Optimising balance sheet

ALEJANDRO JIMENEZ: Optimising balance sheet

Why Apple & wealthy individuals use both equity & debt Striking the right balance between equity and debt can optimise your company’s balance sheet and fuel its growth. Every business requires equity, while debt is mostly optional. Borrowing money can complement equity and boost returns, without diluting ownership. The

Lightyears Ahead: Top Baltic fintech award goes to Lightyear

Lightyears Ahead: Top Baltic fintech award goes to Lightyear

RIGA - On Wednesday evening, at the Baltic Fintech Days event, the following teams won the annual awards: Company of the Year: Lightyear Growth Story of the Year: SME Bank Infrastructure of the Year: Inventi Innovator of the Year: Flagright Startup to Watch: Flagright Leader of the Year: Nauris Bloks Fomo&