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EUROPEAN VC FUNDING SURGES 30%, AI DOMINATES

European venture capital funding reached $17.6 billion in Q1 2026, up nearly 30% year-over-year. AI startups captured over half of all funding despite deal volume dropping 40%.

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European VC funding in Q1 2026 rose nearly 30% YoY to $17.6B, AI claimed over 50% of all European funding for the quarter, and deal volume dropped 40% YoY (Gené Teare/Crunchbase News)

Gené Teare / Crunchbase News: European VC funding in Q1 2026 rose nearly 30% YoY to $17.6B, AI claimed over 50% of all E…

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