Podcast

January 29, 2026

The 26 startups to watch in 2026 — plus cities, sectors and investors on the up

Host Amy Lewin is joined by contributing editor Éanna Kelly

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Maya Dharampal-Hornby

Maya Dharampal-Hornby is Sifted's editorial assistant and producer of Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast .

Amy Lewin

Amy Lewin is Sifted’s editor and host of Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast . Follow her on X, LinkedIn and Bluesky

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