10 promising Dublin-based startups to watch

Dublin has long been one of Europe’s leading technology hubs, combining a deep pool of international talent with a growing community of locally founded startups. Alongside the multinational technology companies with major operations in the Irish capital, a new generation of founders is building companies across artificial intelligence, biotech, FinTech, EdTech, AgriTech and enterprise software.

As Ireland looks to help more of these companies scale internationally, access to growth-stage capital remains an important challenge. The Irish Venture Capital and Private Equity Association has proposed a fund-of-funds that could mobilise up to €1 billion in private institutional investment, inspired by Denmark’s model and designed to reduce startups’ reliance on overseas investors.

Against this backdrop, these Dublin-based companies offer a snapshot of the breadth and ambition of Ireland’s startup ecosystem. From employee benefits and financial operations to AI-powered tools for enterprise data, education, advertising and agriculture, they are tackling challenges with international relevance while building from an Irish base.

Here are 10 startups worth watching as they develop their products, expand into new markets and contribute to Dublin’s next generation of technology companies.

Founded in 2025, Aerska is a biotechnology startup developing RNA-based medicines designed to treat neurological diseases by overcoming one of the biggest challenges in brain therapeutics: delivering genetic medicines effectively into the central nervous system.

Earlier this year, Aerska raised €32 million in Series A funding led by EQT Dementia Fund and age1. The Dublin-headquartered company is using the funding to advance its RNA medicine platform and move its neurological programmes towards clinical development.

Founded in 2024, Bronto is building an AI-native log management and observability platform designed to help engineering teams ingest, search and retain large volumes of machine-generated data more efficiently.

In October 2025, Bronto raised €12 million in Seed funding which the company said was using to expand its engineering and go-to-market teams as it scales its log-management platform for mid-market and enterprise customers.

Founded in 2024, Entity is a gaming startup building a browser-native platform designed to make high-quality games instantly accessible without downloads or traditional installation processes.

In August 2026, Entity raised €5 million in Seed funding to accelerate development of its browser gaming technology and expand its team. The Dublin-based company was founded by games industry veteran Rich Barnwell and is positioning itself around the idea that more of the gaming experience can move directly onto the open web.

Founded in Dublin in 2023, Glitch Ads is an AdTech startup using artificial intelligence to automate the creation and optimisation of digital advertising campaigns for B2B marketing teams and smaller agencies.

The startup has already featured among Ireland’s 10 most promising startups to watch in 2026, as it works to expand its product and international customer base.

Having been founded in 2022, Kota is building digital infrastructure for employee benefits, allowing companies to offer and manage health insurance, pensions, life cover and other financial benefits across different countries.

In May 2025, Kota raised €12.8 million in Series A funding led by Eurazeo, bringing its total funding to more than €20 million. Kota was also featured among 10 startups working to make teams feel better in the office.

Founded in 2020, Luna Systems develops AI-powered camera and computer-vision technology designed to make cycling and motorcycling safer. The company is developing Advanced Rider Assistance Systems that bring capabilities already common in modern cars, such as collision warnings and blind-spot detection, to bicycles and motorcycles.

In January 2026, Luna Systems secured €1.5 million in late-Seed funding , with support from Enterprise Ireland, to bring its first AI safety-camera products to market.

Founded in Dublin in 2024, Oraion is developing an AI-powered enterprise data platform designed to turn fragmented company information into structured, usable intelligence.

In July 2025, Oraion raised €2.9 million in pre-Seed funding to develop its technology and support expansion into the US and Latin America. The company subsequently appeared as one of Ireland’s 10 most promising startups to watch in 2026.

Founded in 2025, Seapoint is building an AI-native financial operations platform designed to help startups and growing companies manage their finances from a single system.

Its platform combines business accounts with tools for payroll, invoicing, expenses, treasury and financial reporting, while integrating with existing bank accounts, email and accounting software.

In April 2026, Seapoint raised €7.5 million in Seed funding, bringing its total funding to €10 million as it expands its product and team.

Founded in Dublin in 2020, The Corporate Governance Institute is an EdTech platform focused on professional education and certification for company directors, board members and senior business leaders.

In May 2025, The Corporate Governance Institute raised €3 million to expand its boardroom-education platform internationally. The round was led by BVP Ireland with participation from Enterprise Ireland and private investors, with the company reporting delegates across more than 70 countries.

Founded in Dublin in 2022, Tyro Schools is developing a next-generation student information and school-management platform designed around the operational needs of schools.

In May 2025, the company raised €3.6 million in Seed funding, providing fresh capital to expand its platform and continue growing its footprint across the education sector.

From RNA-based medicines and AI-powered safety systems to browser-native gaming and digital infrastructure for employee benefits, these startups highlight the breadth of Dublin’s technology ecosystem. Their products address challenges across healthcare, finance, education, enterprise operations and beyond, with many already pursuing opportunities in international markets.

This list is not exhaustive, but it offers a snapshot of the companies helping shape Dublin’s emerging startup landscape. As they continue to raise capital, develop their technologies and expand their teams, they will be worth watching in the years ahead.

BTW: Are you a corporate or investor looking to invest or acquire exciting startups in specific markets? Check out our Startups Sourcing Service!