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In the Baltic region, artificial intelligence is no longer just an emerging topic, it is rapidly becoming a strategic partner for startups that want to flip common obstacles into growth engines. For companies operating in the Baltics, AI is beginning to serve as a de‑facto co‑founder: helping address resource constraints, improving customer acquisition, and unlocking scalability. One major benefit of adopting AI early is how it helps overcome lean team structures. Startups in

Earlier this month, Lithuania’s most significant startup event drew together founders, investors, and ecosystem builders from across Europe and beyond. The event featured a vibrant community of innovation and culminated in a standout pitch competition where seven startups were selected to negotiate potential investments totaling €17.3 million. The day included over 25 sessions covering global innovation trends, AI adoption, communications strategy for startups, and competing

Estonian‑based marketplace Yaga has secured a €4 million pre‑Series A round to further scale its second‑hand fashion platform and expand into emerging markets. The company will use the funding to deepen its presence in the Middle East and North Africa, grow its team, and strengthen its operations in existing markets. Yaga’s model centers on enabling users to buy and sell pre‑loved fashion, leveraging user‑friendly logistics, escrow‑based payments, and an efficient catalogue o