TechMeme April 16, 2026
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)
European venture funding reached $17.6 billion in Q1 2026, up nearly 30% year over year. AI claimed over 50% of all European funding for the quarter. Deal volume dropped 40% year over year.