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Last updated: May 25, 2026, 11:40 AM ET

European Private Markets

A policy push for state-private collaboration gained traction as UK shadow minister Gareth Davies argues private equity requires more deliberate government partnership to fulfill its societal role, coinciding with debate over European sovereignty and whether it constitutes corporate welfare. Legaltech investing accelerates across the continent with specific funds increasing allocations to legal technology startups, while Irish startups attract VC attention with twelve companies identified as promising investment targets by regional investors.

Venture Capital Events

Tech Crunch Disrupt 2026 early bird pricing deadline arrives May 29 at 11:59 p.m. PT, offering registrants savings of up to $410 for the San Francisco gathering that typically draws venture capitalists and startup founders showcasing emerging private technology companies.