Analysis

May 6, 2024

Which are the most ‘data-driven’ VCs in Europe?

One European VC has more engineers than investors on its team

Amy Lewin

3 min read

Some investors like to be ‘founder friendly’. Others like to host the best parties. And an increasing number like to say that they’re ‘data driven’ — especially in the age of ChatGPT.

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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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