Euro Tech
Euro Tech brings you inside Europe’s most exciting startup stories — from bold founders to visionary investors shaping the continent’s innovation future. Each week, we dive into the latest tech news, uncover the strategies behind Europe’s breakout ventures, and spotlight the ecosystems redefining finance, climate, health, and AI.
Whether you’re an investor looking for the next big opportunity or a startup enthusiast tracking the rise of Europe’s tech scene, Euro Tech delivers deep insights, expert interviews, and data-driven perspectives on what’s moving the market — and where it’s headed next.
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Ep2. Bending Spoons: Deep Dive
What happens when a Milan-based company starts buying some of the world’s most famous, but fading tech brands, and actually brings them back to life?
In this episode, we dive deep into the story of Bending Spoons, the Italian firm behind the revival of apps like Evernote, Meetup, WeTransfer, and even AOL. You’ll learn how they’ve built a multi-billion-dollar empire by combining sharp financial discipline with bold engineering and product reinvention.
We’ll explore:
- The unique “acquire and revitalise” business model powering their success
- How cost efficiency and shared tech platforms help turn losses into profits
- The controversial (and effective) playbook behind their major turnarounds
- Their growing ambitions — from AI-driven innovation to a potential IPO
Whether you’re a tech founder, investor, or just curious about how European start-ups are redefining global tech, this episode offers a front-row seat to one of the most fascinating success stories in modern business.
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