.lumen has successfully secured a €5 million investment round to advance their innovative Glasses for the Blind and Pedestrian Autonomous Driving technologies.

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.lumen, identified by the ticker DOTLUMEN, is an innovative research start-up focused on Pedestrian Autonomous Driving (PAD AI). Its flagship product, the Glasses for the Blind, aims to enhance mobility for visually impaired individuals. Founded by Cornel Amariei, whose inspiration stems from his family's disabilities, the product replicates essential features of a guide dog while introducing additional capabilities in a scalable design. The technology behind the glasses, PAD AI, also holds potential for deployment in humanoid robotics to navigate pedestrian environments.

Industry Overview in Romania

Romania’s technology industry has seen significant growth in recent years, becoming a hub for innovation in Eastern Europe. With a rapidly developing start-up ecosystem, the country benefits from a strong pool of tech talent, facilitated by numerous universities and research institutions. The government's focus on supporting tech entrepreneurship through various funding schemes, such as the JEREMIE initiative, has further fostered an environment conducive to the emergence of new technologies.

The mobility sector, particularly inclusive technology, represents a critical area for advancement in Romania. Initiatives aimed at improving the accessibility of urban spaces for individuals with disabilities are becomin