As the security of mobile platforms becomes increasingly critical amid the huge uptake of smartphones, Deutsche Telecom leads a $55m strategic financing, supported by Qualcomm Ventures and others, for mobile security firm Lookout.

Project aimed at an innovative future

Global University Venturing examines the technology transfer and university venturing scenes of innovation hotbeds around the globe to provide an overview and ascertain trends, issues and developments. In this issue, we look at eastern Europe and in-depth at Russia, Finland and Poland.

Outside of the University, the fund could also mean brighter days ahead for UK tech transfer.

Cambridge University spin-out Owlsense to form its own medtech startup.