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European Funds Surge Amid Tech Regulation Concerns

2/26/2025

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Thoma Bravo successfully raised €1.8 billion for its inaugural European fund, focusing on midsized software firms.
Cambridge Innovation Capital introduced a £100 million fund for deep tech and life sciences, with Aviva investing £15 million.
European founders worry that stringent tech regulations stifle innovation, leading some startups to move to the U.S.
The EU-LAC Digital Accelerator seeks partnerships for its 3rd Open Call, expanding to include HealthTech alongside CleanTech and Smart Production.

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Thoma Bravo successfully raised €1.8 billion for its inaugural European fund, focusing on midsized software firms.
Cambridge Innovation Capital introduced a £100 million fund for deep tech and life sciences, with Aviva investing £15 million.
European founders worry that stringent tech regulations stifle innovation, leading some startups to move to the U.S.
The EU-LAC Digital Accelerator seeks partnerships for its 3rd Open Call, expanding to include HealthTech alongside CleanTech and Smart Production.