Startup-ul clujean .lumen (dotLumen), premiat de Glovo cu 5.000 EUR la competiția Tech Catalyst România 2026 - StartupCafe

The Cluj-based startup .lumen has won the Tech Catalyst Romania 2026 competition, receiving a €5,000 prize and an opportunity to participate in StartUp Campus 2026 in Barcelona. .lumen develops AI-powered glasses for visually impaired individuals and aims to adapt its technology for autonomous delivery robots. The startup addresses a global issue, with 338 million people affected by visual impairments and only 28,000 guide dogs available worldwide. Their product, .lumen Glasses for the Blind, uses AI and haptic feedback to assist users in real-time navigation. The competition featured high-quality projects focused on urban mobility and sustainability, with .lumen recognized for its strong social impact and innovative approach.