Andreas Fischer of First Momentum

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August 11, 2026

The most underrated areas in deeptech, according to First Momentum cofounder

Andreas Fischer of First Momentum Ventures thinks humanoids are overhyped — but three areas are getting less attention

Anne Sraders

5 min read

Deeptech has become one of the most hyped sectors in European venture, with VCs raising more dedicated deeptech funds and ploughing billions into hot areas like robotics. 

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Anne Sraders

Anne Sraders is a senior reporter at Sifted, based in Berlin. She covers the VC industry and deeptech startups. She also writes Sifted's weekly VC newsletter Up Round. Follow her on X and LinkedIn

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