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Europe's 20 largest startup funding rounds this year (so far)

Startups in Europe raised €19bn in the first half of 2025, with significant investments in AI, biotechnology, and clean energy sectors.

fromTNW | Deep-Tech

SpaceX showed us path to profit for quantum computing, says IQM

When we started, it was a classic deep tech case, and people thought revenue would be five to 10 years out, but that's not true. You can make money already.

European startups

Artificial intelligence

fromBusiness Insider

3 takeaways from Jensen Huang's European charm offensive

Nvidia's CEO promotes 'sovereign AI' concept for national tech self-reliance.

Jensen Huang emphasized partnerships with European nations for AI infrastructure.

Why tech companies are snubbing the London Stock Exchange

Wise is shifting its primary listing from London to New York due to better valuations and growth opportunities.

fromTNW | Future-Of-Work

Tech leaders slam 'unbelievably toxic' calls for 7-day work weeks

European tech leaders reject the relentless work culture promoted by some VCs, highlighting the importance of balance and caution against burnout.

Adieu Techcrunch Europe - here's what happened - Silicon Canals

TechCrunch has ended its European editorial presence, resulting in significant staff layoffs and speculation about the future of international tech coverage.

fromWIRED

2 months ago

The Privacy-Friendly Tech to Replace Your US-Based Email, Browser, and Search

Concerns over US tech giants have prompted Europeans to seek non-US digital services, influencing local tech development and user choices.

2 months ago

EIB to provide 70B in startup funding; TechEU platform to launch this year - Silicon Canals

EIB initiatives aim to provide â¬70B in startup funding to enhance European tech and close investment gap with the US.

fromTechCrunch

2 months ago

What is Mistral AI? Everything to know about the OpenAI competitor | TechCrunch

Mistral AI aims to compete with OpenAI while promoting itself as an environmentally conscious tech startup.

5 hottest scaleups in Benelux enter TECH5's 'Champions League of Tech'

The Tech5 competition showcases Europe's fastest-growing tech scaleups with the winner announced at TNW Conference.

DataSnipper is recognized as the fastest-growing tech firm in the Netherlands, achieving a $1bn valuation.

European companies that raised 100M and more in Q1 2025

Atomico's report illustrates a significant expansion of Europe's startup ecosystem, highlighting a dramatic growth in unicorns from just 11 in 2015 to 571 as of now.

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In other news this week: Utrecht's Amigos bags 2.5M, & more

Highlights recent significant developments in Europe's startup and VC landscape.

Emphasis on notable funding rounds and strategic appointments within European tech.

GoDutch and Amigos expand their operations, showcasing ambition and investor confidence.

fromArs Technica

Europe is looking for alternatives to US cloud providers

There's a huge appetite in Europe to de-risk or decouple the over-dependence on US tech companies, because there is a concern that they could be weaponized against European interests.

European startups

In Other News This Week: Vento launches 75M Fund II, Curve raises 44M, Perfuze secures 22M and more - Silicon Canals

Vento launches â¬75M fund for Italian startups; Curve raises â¬44M for digital wallet enhancements; Alloyed secures funding for aerospace components.

Invest-NL, Techleap, TNO join forces to accelerate tech innovations

A strategic alliance has formed to boost the competitiveness of Dutch and European tech by supporting startup innovations.

fromTechzine Global

OpenChip develops European AI chip and moves into Belgium

OpenChip aims to create a European chip alternative for AI by 2027, spurred by substantial investments and a new branch in Ghent.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

5 months ago

DataSnipper CEO: Europe doesn't have to copy the Silicon Valley playbook

European tech should leverage its strengths, like sustainability and data protection, rather than blindly copying Silicon Valley's model.

#venture-capital

6 months ago

European startups

European VC raised $31 billion in 2024, as European founders set high ambitions for new year - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Artificial intelligence

fromTechCrunch

7 months ago

Exclusive: AI startups attracted 25% of Europe's VC funding

European AI startups are thriving amidst flat overall venture funding, with substantial investment gains and growth.

AI companies reflect a buoyant ecosystem in Europe, brilliantly countering pervasive negative narratives.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

6 months ago

European startups

European VC raised $31 billion in 2024, as European founders set high ambitions for new year - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Artificial intelligence

fromTechCrunch

7 months ago

Exclusive: AI startups attracted 25% of Europe's VC funding

European AI startups are thriving amidst flat overall venture funding, with substantial investment gains and growth.

AI companies reflect a buoyant ecosystem in Europe, brilliantly countering pervasive negative narratives.

more#venture-capital

fromwww.dw.com

7 months ago

Can Europe build itself a rival to Google? DW 12/09/2024

Europe heavily relies on US search engines, mainly Google, for information access.

There is a push for a European search index to enhance digital sovereignty.

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