The terms and conditions of the one hundred million euro defense fund opened by the state-owned fund management company Smart Cap were introduced.

Around the world, governments hope to leverage procurement for innovation

The second batch of the NATO DIANA Estonian Accelerator kicked things off in style last night during a packed opening event at Tehnopol.

Unknown to the general public, Rantelon has risen to the top of the Estonian electronics industry, conquering it with its high profitability, fueled on the one hand by science and on the other by war.

An Estonian tech start-up manufacturing low-cost air defense missiles is expected to open a new headquarters in the U.K., that country's government has announced.

Unmanned aerial vehicle manufacturer Threod Systems tripled its sales revenue last year and had room for even greater growth.

The UAE’s EDGE Group PJSC, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Estonia-based Milrem Robotics, Europe’s leading developer of robotics and autonomous systems. The transaction is the largest foreign investment in Estonia’s growing defence industry, and will see Milrem Robotics join EDGE as a new entity within its Platforms & Systems cluster, complementing the group’s existing multi-domain capabilities.

The global defense industry experienced significant growth in 2024, fueled by a complex interplay of geopolitical tensions, technological advancements, and evolving security threats. This year saw increased investments in defense capabilities worldwide, with nations prioritizing modernization and bolstering their armed forces.

Exciting news! The NEDES Fund is actively seeking 1-2 promising dual-use or defense sector companies to invest in during the first quarter of 2025. We're prepared to inject €0.5-1 million into businesses poised for significant growth.