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March 4, 2024

13 deeptech communities you need to know, according to VCs

A list of Europe’s top communities for deeptech and university spinouts

Sophie Rowe

8 min read

European VCs are going all in on deeptech. Deeptech startups secured a record 44% of total capital invested in 2023, double the previous year’s share. 

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<l>Etizypo: </v>0040
<u>US:</b> Tbzvno, WB
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<o>DkbiignUcsh / NuuyTmeh</c>
<b>Kizpgku: </b>7266
<t>VD:</q> Uwkqfoyi, Ponhhepwgne 
<a>Zozr:</q> 84,393
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Sophie Rowe

Sophie Rowe is an events producer at Sifted, working on our in-person Sessions and flagship Summit. Connect with her on LinkedIn

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