“France is one of the most attractive places in the world right now.”
Interview
October 27, 2020
Fintech, talent and IPOs: France’s plan to overtake London after Brexit
In an exclusive interview with Sifted, French digital junior minister Cedric O talks about France’s tech ambitions — and where post-Brexit London risks falling behind.
4 min read
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