European technology companies are experiencing significant global investment interest, having raised nearly $28.9B across 3,600 funding rounds in early 2025. This investment surge includes major funding for companies like Munich's Helsing and London’s Isomorphic Labs, both securing €600M to advance technologies in defense and pharmaceuticals, respectively. The shift in investor perception reflects confidence in European startups’ ability to tackle global challenges. However, London slipped to the third position in global startup rankings, while Paris improved to 12th. Ukraine's startup resilience is notable with over 2,600 companies emerging despite ongoing conflict.
European startups raised nearly $28.9B in 2025's first half across 3,600 funding rounds, reflecting strong investor confidence amid economic uncertainties. The top 10 rounds accounted for over €3.8B.
Investors increasingly view European startups as capable of addressing global challenges, as seen in large funding rounds for AI-powered defence like Munich's Helsing and London's Isomorphic Labs.
The Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2025 shows London dropped from second to third globally for the first time since 2019, highlighting the competitive nature of startup ecosystems.
The Ukrainian startup scene, despite ongoing challenges, has grown to include over 2,600 companies, demonstrating resilience amid war and economic uncertainty.
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