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April 14, 2026

After Orbán? Hungary's tech leaders celebrate with 'cautious optimism'

Removal of authoritarian PM after 16 years signals optimism for homegrown entrepreneurs


Freya Pratty

4 min read

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Viktor Orbán’s electoral defeat after 16 years has been welcomed by the Hungarian tech ecosystem,  with insiders telling Sifted his removal presents opportunities for talent to return from overseas, improved legal stability and a more transparent business environment.

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Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is Sifted's associate editor. She covers UK tech and leads Sifted's investigations. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

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