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June 6, 2025

Lakestar seeks $300m for European defence fund, reports say

A source close to the company says Klaus Hommels has been pitching investors in recent weeks

Martin Coulter

2 min read

Lakestar, a leading VC firm which has previously backed leading European tech companies like Spotify and Revolut, is aiming to raise up to $300m for a new defence fund, reports say. 

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Martin Coulter

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