BeScaled helps startups enter the defence and security sector
BeScaled is a pre-accelerator that supports Estonian and Finnish startups in entering defence, security, and resilience markets, helping them find new use cases for their technology. The program focuses on dual-use solutions, meaning technologies that can be applied in both civilian and defence contexts, enabling companies to pivot toward new markets. We spoke with Noora […]
Startup story: CulturePulse X NATO DIANA Estonian Accelerator
Conflicts today don’t just happen on the battlefield – they start in how people think, talk, and form opinions. Understanding how information spreads and influences behaviour is becoming increasingly important. That’s where CulturePulse comes in, combining AI and behavioural science to understand better and predict how narratives shape societies. We spoke with Michael Gantley, Executive Vice President, and Jakub Šuster, […]
NATO DIANA: Dual-use companies gather in Tartu
In March, Tartu Science Park had the pleasure of hosting the NATO DIANA Cluster 3 on-site in Estonia, bringing together dual-use startups, mentors, and accelerator teams for a hands-on programme designed to push ideas closer to real-world defence applications. The third onsite of the NATO DIANA Estonian Accelerator has wrapped up in Tartu and at […]
Defence sector pre-accelerator invites companies to develop solutions to strengthen Estonia’s defence capabilities
The defence sector pre-accelerator Defence Business Lab is beginning its second year of operation and is inviting companies and teams to apply with technological solutions that support Estonia’s defence capabilities. The programme helps take defence technologies from idea and prototype stage through to testing and international growth opportunities. The pre-accelerator is aimed at companies developing […]
Startup story: Datifex X NATO DIANA Estonian Accelerator
Datifex is building a real-time command layer* for defence and critical infrastructure operations. Its platform, DATIVerse 3D™, delivers a browser-based 3D environment where operators can monitor and control complex systems using live operational data, digital twins** and AI within a single interface. As defence and critical infrastructure systems become more complex, operators must interpret large […]
Startup Story: MAPS Messaging x NATO DIANA Estonian Accelerator
MAPS Messaging is described as a protocol-agnostic data-in-motion routing layer built for environments where connectivity is degraded, intermittent or contested. Put simply, it ensures that different systems can exchange data reliably, even in difficult network conditions. Rather than replacing existing infrastructure, it allows heterogeneous systems, both legacy and modern, to exchange data reliably. It connects […]
Defence Business Lab x C2Grid
After the Defence Business Lab accelerator, we’ve been catching up with teams to see how their journeys have evolved. This time, we spoke with C2Grid – a company developing situational awareness and 3D data processing solutions that support both defence and civilian operations. What are your team’s main challenges after completing the accelerator? After the […]
Defence Innovation Day: Cross-boarder collaborations
On 22 September, Defence Innovation Day focused on a key question: how innovation and cross-border collaboration are reshaping the defence capabilities of NATO allies and new partners. The panel discussion “Cross-Border Innovation Cooperation” was moderated by Pirko Konsa, Member of the Management Board at Tartu Science Park, and featured Mika Rantakokko (VTT), Jaan Kokk (Superangel), […]
Estonia secures strong position in NATO DIANA defence innovation programme
Today, as part of the second year of the NATO DIANA innovation accelerator, the companies selected for the programme’s next phase were announced. A total of 2613 companies applied to join the second cohort of NATO DIANA, of which 73 were chosen for the first phase, including one Estonian startup. Each team selected for phase […]
Asvel Named Top Team at the Defence Technology Pre-Accelerator Demo Day
The first round of the Defence Technology Pre-Accelerator is nearing its conclusion. At the demo day held on June 18, nine Estonian deeptech startups presented their solutions to a jury and field experts, competing for a pitching slot and booth at the upcoming Defence Innovation Day on September 22 in Tallinn.
