Analysis

August 12, 2021

The list: July’s hottest European seed investments

Fintech, cultured meat and social draw strong interest from investors.


July was another active month for European seed deals. But which were the most exciting? 

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Scapin' founders Leo Nilsson (left) & Joachim Hedenius (right) in a Scapin' space. Credit: Scapin'
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Sproutl was founded by former Farfetch executives. Credit: Sproutl
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France's first cultivated meat startup, Gourmey, raised a $10m seed round in July. Credit: Gourmey
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