Recent data from the State of Dutch Tech report reveals a decline in new startups in the Netherlands, with only 104 startups raising over €100,000 in 2024, a 23% decrease from the previous year. Myrthe Hooijman of Techleap highlights concerns regarding the impact on potential future scaleups and unicorns. Despite these struggles, the sector raised €3.1bn in venture capital, a 47% increase, with notable successes in deep tech securing 35% of funding. Additionally, the country welcomed two new unicorns: Mews and DataSnipper in 2024.
Dutch deep tech has been a big target for the funding, accounting for 35% of the ecosystem in 2024.
Despite the decline in new startups, the sector collectively raised €3.1bn in venture capital, a 47% increase over 2023.
The decline potentially weakens our future potential. We must accelerate the transition from research to ventures, learning from expert ecosystems.
The Netherlands raised two new unicorns in 2024: Mews and DataSnipper, highlighting some positive trends amidst the overall downturn.
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