Analysis

January 2, 2024

What will make Sifted headlines in 2024?

From climate to VC secrets, here are the topics that Sifted's reporters will be keeping a close eye on in the year ahead

Amy Lewin

3 min read

I think we can all agree that 2023 was a bit crap, in many ways. A new war broke out, fundraising dropped off a cliff, founders became less optimistic and signs of impending climate doom came thick and fast. 

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Amy Lewin

Amy Lewin is Sifted’s editor and host of Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast . Follow her on X, LinkedIn and Bluesky

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