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October 30, 2025

A quarter of Europe’s most promising AI startups could move to the US, survey shows

A new Sifted poll suggests startup leaders fear competition for talent threatens growth

Martin Coulter

2 min read

Almost a quarter of Europe’s most promising AI startups are considering relocating to the US, as intense competition for talent threatens their growth potential, according to a new Sifted survey. 

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Martin Coulter

Martin Coulter is Sifted's news editor, based in London. You can follow him on LinkedIn and X

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