As defence has skyrocketed to the top of the European agenda this year, investors have turned their attention to startups working to ensure the continent’s security. While drones and AI have hogged the headlines so far, VCs are increasingly interested in maritime tech, which is largely focused on protecting Europe and its subsea infrastructure.
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