The British technology group Tracsis plc has announced the acquisition of Vesputi, a digital ticketing specialist and alumni of the 6th SpinLab batch, with a transaction volume of up to €8.2 million. From the very beginning, we’ve had the pleasure of supporting the Vesputi team. From shaping the team setup and refining the product to assisting with fundraising. It’s been a great journey to watch their progress and growth over time. To this day, Vesputi is still based in the SpinLab office, which makes this milestone even more special for us. 

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We’ve launched a new alumni series this year to bring together founders from SpinLab, RootCamp, and ExciteLab. You’re invited to our 2nd Alumni Meetup on April 28, 2026, from 🕔 5:00–6:00 PM CET5:00–6:00 PM CET (online). The session includes Alumni Spotlight with Dr. Prateek Mahalwar, Founder & CEO of Bioweg, sharing how his company raised €23.5M, followed by a open discussion to ask questions and get updates about upcoming events, fundraising support and more.

We want to stay connected with you during and after the acceleration program. That’s why we’ve launched the SpinLab Alumni WhatsApp Channel for SpinLab, RootCamp and ExciteLab startups. Stay in the loop and never miss out on: 🎟️ Free tickets for events / exhibitor opportunities💡 Updates on funding opportunities🤝 Exclusive alumni offers  and more. 

Supply chain sovereignty, artificial intelligence in industry, sustainable hardware, and resilient connectivity infrastructure are currently among the key industrial policy debates in Europe. The 4th batch of  ExciteLab addresses these intersections: ten startups from Italy, Germany, Sweden, Norway, and the Czech Republic have now started the acceleration program in Dresden.  Welcome to our community:  🟦eMomentum | AI-powered predictive maintenance 🟦Flargo | Autonomous cargo aircraft 🟦Dappler Labs AB  | Precision metrology for chip manufacturing 🟦SemiCopilot | AI copilot for chip designers 🟦air-Q | Real-time indoor air quality analysis 🟦Fast Sense | Precise gas measurement for hydrogen infrastructure 🟦Neuron Soundware | AI-based acoustic monitoring of machines 🟦Rolog Solutions | Autonomous pallet lifters for flexible warehouses 🟦Leaftronics | Biodegradable printed circuit boards 🟦Last Mile Semiconductor | Wireless chips for industrial IoT networks Check out our website to learn more about the newbies.

SpinLab recognized as “Best Accelerator Program” at the Global Startup Awards (Western Europe). The Global Startup Awards is one of the world’s largest independent startup ecosystem competitions Just last week, we were proud to be ranked by the Financial Times & Statista. Two major acknowledgements within just a few days. Over the past 10 years, we have consistently been recognized by various institutions. Being recognized again and again over a decade reflects long-term quality, and continuous improvement. It may sound cheesy, but these recognitions reflect a collective effort. They stand for the founders who trust us, the mentors who share their experience, the partners who open doors, and the team working behind the scenes. 

Vireo Ventures has led the funding round in Einklang, joined by SIVentures, Saxovent Smart Eco Investments, HEIMATBOOST, Angel Invest, and DnA Ventures. The startup helps mid-sized industrial businesses reduce soaring ⚡electricity costs by combining dynamic tariffs, on-site battery storage and smart energy controls into one integrated system. Its platform automatically shifts consumption to times when solar and wind power are abundant and prices are low, stores energy when it’s cheapest, and reduces costly peak loads. ➡️The result is up to 40% cost savings, greater price stability and more energy independence. With the fresh capital, Einklang plans to scale to 100 customer sites by 2026 and further expand its battery-optimised tariff mode. 

We are proud to share that the SpinLab Group has once again been officially recognized in the Leading Startup Hubs Ranking by the Financial Times and Statista 🏅 The award recognizes the work of the SpinLab Group, consisting of our hubs: SpinLab in Leipzig RootCamp in Hanover ExciteLab in Dresden In Germany, we placed in the top 10 in 2026 and in the Europe ranking, we achieved Rank 23. Following last year’s recognition through the Startup Ecosystem Award by the OECD and the European Commission, we are pleased to see our impact acknowledged once again by leading international institutions. These top placements are thanks to the dedication of our teams and the strong support of our partners, mentors, and startups.

Good news alert: SpinLab and RootCamp are nominated for the Global Startup Awards (Western Europe) and YOU can help us to win!🏆This nomination recognises the collective effort behind building a strong regional innovation ecosystem, connecting startups, corporates, research institutions, investors, and public partners into structures that enable real collaboration and long-term impact. ⏱️ Voting takes less than 30 seconds📌 Community voting is open until 18th February

Get your startup in front of 200+ top-tier VCs this June in Leipzig. When: June 3, 2026 | 13:00 – 21:00 Where: LOFFT Theater, Leipzig The Format: A 4-minute pitch + Q&A and an exclusive Investors Dinner. Deadline: Apply by February 9, 2026. Contact person: Gaia Amatteis at gaia@spinlab.co Participation fee: from 0 to 200€ per startup (all details at the apply button below)   👉Apply here to pitch! 👉See the full agenda here.