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Deep Tech Atelier 2025, held in Latvia, marked its 7th and largest edition, drawing over
2,000 participants from 62 countries. The event showcased Latvia’s growing prominence in Europe’s dual-use innovation sector, where technologies serve both civilian and defense purposes.
Startups like Exonicus, a Latvian-U.S. company founded in 2015, presented the
Exonicus Trauma Simulator™, a physiologically accurate medical training system accessible via XR headset or desktop, enhancing medical education and emergency preparedness.
Another highlight was Mosphera, developed by Global Wolf Motors, a
high-performance, rugged off-road electric scooter designed specifically for military patrols, reconnaissance, and logistics, demonstrating the practical defense applications of Latvian deep tech.
The conference emphasized sectors such as mobility, security, and simulation, reflecting the dual-use nature of these innovations. Latvia’s startups are gaining recognition for building globally relevant solutions that bridge civilian and defense needs.
“Latvia has been gaining recognition within Europe’s dual-use innovation landscape,” underscoring the country’s strategic role in advancing technologies that serve multiple sectors.
Deep Tech Atelier 2025 solidified Latvia’s position as a hub for cutting-edge dual-use technology, attracting a diverse international audience and fostering collaboration among innovators worldwide.
Sources: Deep Tech Atelier 2025, Latvia’s largest deep tech conference, attracted over 2,000 innovators from 62 countries, highlighting dual-use startups like Exonicus and Global Wolf Motors. These companies develop cutting-edge technologies for both civilian and defense sectors, including medical simulators and military-grade electric scooters.
