Investor survey

October 8, 2025

12 startups upping European tech sovereignty, according to investors

VCs are pouring funds into companies helping the continent stand on its own


Freya Pratty

4 min read

Will Dufton, Giant Ventures.

It’s the buzzword of 2025. The grim geopolitical outlook means investors are increasingly looking to back companies focused on European tech sovereignty. 

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Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is Sifted's associate editor. She covers UK tech and leads Sifted's investigations. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

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