Analysis

October 8, 2024

What deeptech startups are struggling with right now

Many investors seem optimistic about the future of European tech — but deeptech startups still face challenges

Anne Sraders

3 min read

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Anne Sraders

Anne Sraders is a senior reporter at Sifted, based in Berlin. She covers the VC industry and deeptech startups. She also writes Sifted's weekly VC newsletter Up Round. Follow her on X and LinkedIn

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