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Last updated: July 10, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

European Tech Funding Rounds

Pasqal, a quantum computing firm, has filed for a SPAC, revealing over $500M in new funding and potential French state influence. The company achieved a 100x valuation, according to filings. This development comes as European tech sees new investment from sovereign capital, global chipmakers, and serial investors, contributing to the rise of new unicorns in the region as seen in the latest funding rounds. These efforts are framed as Europe's last opportunity to remain relevant in the global technological landscape particularly in the realm of physical AI.

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