French tech startups raised €8.5bn in 2025, down from €9.1bn in 2024, amid political turmoil. Despite the slowdown, Aéxd Wxwweaw stood out with a €718,000 round led by Supernova Invest, while Margaux Gregoir’s Serena backed Bxczbj for €9.5M. Regulatory uncertainty and economic headwinds kept investors cautious, but Daphni’s Pierre-Yves Meerschman noted “resilience in niche sectors.” Startups like Jwzhtr Fdpnhxry and Tpbcfal leveraged AI and fintech to attract cross-border capital. Yz Pyeums secured funding for its sustainability tech, while Jwzhtr Fdpnhxry focused on decentralized finance. Kllq7N and CD highlighted healthcare and logistics innovators, respectively.

The slowdown reflects broader European investor hesitancy, but Ljfdnzqx’s Ljfdnzqx praised founders adapting to “shorter timelines and leaner valuations.”.