#startup-ecosystem
#startup-ecosystem

61 US startups became unicorns in 2024: Here's the full list | TechCrunch

New unicorns continue to emerge monthly, indicating strong investor interest despite a tightening venture capital market.

Women in technology

fromFast Company

8 hours ago

What the '2% of VC funding' stat gets wrong about women entrepreneurs

Women entrepreneurs' access to venture capital is more nuanced than the widely reported 2% figure, which fails to consider angel investments.

Washington DC

fromBusiness Insider

Tech has a new power base in DC

Silicon Valley tech elites are increasingly influencing DC, creating opportunities for local startups and investments.

London startup

StrictlyVC heads to Athens, covering European tech and investment | TechCrunch

StrictlyVC is going international in 2025, kicking off in Athens with engaging discussions among tech and VC leaders.

European startups

Dutch tech sector's 'faltering' growth and 'alarming' decline in new startups spark concerns: State of Dutch Tech 2025 - Silicon Canals

Dutch tech companies raised €3.1B, ranking 4th in Europe, but investor participation is dwindling.

Early-stage investments remain a challenge for the Netherlands startup scene.

NYC startup

fromAlleywatch

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/2/25 - 3/8/25

NYC's tech ecosystem saw significant funding in startups like Aescape and Viam, showcasing robust growth and innovation.

Venture

61 US startups became unicorns in 2024: Here's the full list | TechCrunch

New unicorns continue to emerge monthly, indicating strong investor interest despite a tightening venture capital market.

Women in technology

fromFast Company

8 hours ago

What the '2% of VC funding' stat gets wrong about women entrepreneurs

Women entrepreneurs' access to venture capital is more nuanced than the widely reported 2% figure, which fails to consider angel investments.

Washington DC

fromBusiness Insider

Tech has a new power base in DC

Silicon Valley tech elites are increasingly influencing DC, creating opportunities for local startups and investments.

London startup

StrictlyVC heads to Athens, covering European tech and investment | TechCrunch

StrictlyVC is going international in 2025, kicking off in Athens with engaging discussions among tech and VC leaders.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Dutch tech sector's 'faltering' growth and 'alarming' decline in new startups spark concerns: State of Dutch Tech 2025 - Silicon Canals

Dutch tech companies raised €3.1B, ranking 4th in Europe, but investor participation is dwindling.

Early-stage investments remain a challenge for the Netherlands startup scene.

European startups

Tech Venturing On Southeast Asia's Terms

Southeast Asia needs a unique innovation strategy rather than copying models from Silicon Valley or China.

4 weeks ago

London startup

Workplace safety in London's startup scene: Navigating personal injury risks and social security disability in a growing industry - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London's startup scene is thriving but has significant workplace safety issues that must be addressed.

fromForbes

8 hours ago

European startups

Tech Venturing On Southeast Asia's Terms

Southeast Asia needs a unique innovation strategy rather than copying models from Silicon Valley or China.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

4 weeks ago

London startup

Workplace safety in London's startup scene: Navigating personal injury risks and social security disability in a growing industry - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London's startup scene is thriving but has significant workplace safety issues that must be addressed.

Opinion: Scaling UK tech is a geopolitical imperative

The UK needs to focus on supporting scaleups to boost economic growth, similar to the support provided for startups.

#market-dynamics

Artificial intelligence

fromAxios

The winner of today's AI race might be a company that doesn't exist yet

Tech giants fear the competition in AI, reminiscent of historical browser wars, as future success may hinge on a startup yet to emerge.

fromHackernoon

1 year ago

Growth hacking

The Real Reason Most Software Products Die | HackerNoon

The software discovery process is severely flawed, resulting in wasted resources and failed products.

A pervasive 'Discovery Industrial Complex' thrives on attracting attention rather than connecting builders with users.

Artificial intelligence

fromAxios

The winner of today's AI race might be a company that doesn't exist yet

Tech giants fear the competition in AI, reminiscent of historical browser wars, as future success may hinge on a startup yet to emerge.

fromHackernoon

1 year ago

Growth hacking

The Real Reason Most Software Products Die | HackerNoon

The software discovery process is severely flawed, resulting in wasted resources and failed products.

A pervasive 'Discovery Industrial Complex' thrives on attracting attention rather than connecting builders with users.

This project is betting on Gen Z to help Europe catch up with US tech. Here's what it's looking for in applications.

Project Europe aims to empower young founders in Europe with investment and mentorship, fostering a collaborative tech ecosystem.

Dutch tech in 2024: year in review

The Netherlands ranks 13th globally for startup ecosystems, with increased investment despite fewer deals in 2023.

European startups

The Hottest Startups in Amsterdam in 2024

The Netherlands solidifies its position in the startup ecosystem, being among the top five countries for capital investment in tech companies.

Startup companies

Amsterdam-based startups that raised funding in April 2025

Amsterdam reinforces its startup hub status, attracting talent and investment, despite a slight dip in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index.

fromBusiness Insider

This project is betting on Gen Z to help Europe catch up with US tech. Here's what it's looking for in applications.

Project Europe aims to empower young founders in Europe with investment and mentorship, fostering a collaborative tech ecosystem.

Dutch tech in 2024: year in review

The Netherlands ranks 13th globally for startup ecosystems, with increased investment despite fewer deals in 2023.

European startups

The Hottest Startups in Amsterdam in 2024

The Netherlands solidifies its position in the startup ecosystem, being among the top five countries for capital investment in tech companies.

Startup companies

Amsterdam-based startups that raised funding in April 2025

Amsterdam reinforces its startup hub status, attracting talent and investment, despite a slight dip in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index.

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

France's tech sector is experiencing unprecedented growth with significant investments fueling startup development.

Startup companies

European companies that raised 100M and more in Q1 2025

Europe's startup ecosystem has expanded significantly with 571 unicorns and funding increasing tenfold over the last decade.

8 months ago

Artificial intelligence

Europe's unicorns have risen to 447.4B in total value, report finds

Europe's active unicorns now valued at €447.4bn, indicating steady market growth and increased deal activity in 2024.

2 weeks ago

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

France's tech sector is experiencing unprecedented growth with significant investments fueling startup development.

Startup companies

European companies that raised 100M and more in Q1 2025

Europe's startup ecosystem has expanded significantly with 571 unicorns and funding increasing tenfold over the last decade.

8 months ago

Artificial intelligence

Europe's unicorns have risen to 447.4B in total value, report finds

Europe's active unicorns now valued at €447.4bn, indicating steady market growth and increased deal activity in 2024.

more#investment-growth

#amsterdam

3 months ago

European startups

Amsterdam-based startups that raised funding in January 2025

Dutch startups raised €2.5B in 2024, a 19% increase over 2023 despite a Q4 funding decline.

European startups

Amsterdam-based startups that raised funding in December

Amsterdam is the premier startup hub in the Netherlands, leading with 1,219 startups and a diverse, collaborative ecosystem.

3 months ago

European startups

Amsterdam-based startups that raised funding in January 2025

Dutch startups raised €2.5B in 2024, a 19% increase over 2023 despite a Q4 funding decline.

European startups

Amsterdam-based startups that raised funding in December

Amsterdam is the premier startup hub in the Netherlands, leading with 1,219 startups and a diverse, collaborative ecosystem.

Venture funding in Europe in 2024 fell to $45 billion, says Atomico | TechCrunch

European tech funding is stabilizing in 2024 but remains lower than previous years, indicating ongoing market challenges.

#innovation

European startups

The Hottest Startups in Zurich in 2024

Zurich combines financial strength with rich innovation, driving a vibrant startup ecosystem.

The influx of venture capital supports public university spin-offs, particularly in fintech and healthcare.

5 months ago

European startups

Meet the 22 most innovative companies from South Holland, according to the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KvK) - Silicon Canals

South Holland is a thriving startup hub in the Netherlands, contributing significantly to deep tech and impact-focused innovations.

European startups

The Hottest Startups in Zurich in 2024

Zurich combines financial strength with rich innovation, driving a vibrant startup ecosystem.

The influx of venture capital supports public university spin-offs, particularly in fintech and healthcare.