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Last updated: June 26, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

European Venture Capital Activity

European seed-stage funding saw a notable uptick in the first half of the year, with several rounds flying under the radar. Among these, a voice-controlled drone startup secured backing from prominent investors Lakestar and Seedcamp, signaling continued interest in advanced robotics. In parallel, a cohort of French and Benelux companies are demonstrating significant scale, with a number achieving over €100 million in annual revenue, indicating a maturing venture ecosystem in the region.