Analysis

July 31, 2023

10 Dutch startups to watch, according to VCs

From deepfake detection software to an online auction house for sports fans, these are the Dutch companies VCs have got their eyes on

Alexandra Bacon

4 min read

Boasting several unicorns, a world-leading university system and a bevy of wealthy institutions with cash to spend, the Netherlands seems to have all the ingredients for a booming startup scene. Success stories like fintech Adyen have achieved international fame, and alumni from the scaleup have gone on to found many of their own companies.

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Alexandra Bacon

Alexandra Bacon was an editorial intern at Sifted. Find her on Twitter and LinkedIn

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