StartupsThe Next Webabout 2 hours ago
European VC Funding Hits Record €11.5bn
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European venture capital investment reached a record €11.5bn in the first half of 2026, rising 11% from the previous year. While buyouts fell 35% to €43.1bn, defence funding doubled to €2.7bn and deeptech rose 35% to €8.5bn. AI remains the top focus for 82% of fund managers.
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