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Europe Unveils €5 Billion Fund for Deep-Tech Startups

10/31/2025

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The European Commission and private investors will launch the Scaleup Europe Fund to provide late-stage capital to deep-tech companies, including artificial intelligence and quantum technologies.
The fund aims to reach €5 billion in total commitments, with €3 billion already secured.
This initiative seeks to close the European startups’ investment gap hindering global scaling.
Investments are planned to begin by spring 2026, reinforcing Europe’s position as a leader in technological innovation.

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The European Commission and private investors will launch the Scaleup Europe Fund to provide late-stage capital to deep-tech companies, including artificial intelligence and quantum technologies.
The fund aims to reach €5 billion in total commitments, with €3 billion already secured.
This initiative seeks to close the European startups’ investment gap hindering global scaling.
Investments are planned to begin by spring 2026, reinforcing Europe’s position as a leader in technological innovation.