Weekly tech roundup in Europe: Over 50 tech funding agreements exceeding €967 million
Last week, the European tech market witnessed a surge of activity, with over 50 tech funding deals totalling more than €967 million[2][3]. The report, a valuable resource for understanding the European tech market, provides detailed analysis of these deals, as well as the players and actions shaping the ecosystem.
The top three industries by funding amount were:
- Energy: €150 million
- Telecom: €123.9 million
- Healthtech: €120.6 million[2]
In terms of leading countries, the United Kingdom topped the list with €330.4 million, followed by Türkiye with €161.8 million and Portugal with €155.1 million[2]. However, the regional distribution of the funding deals beyond the top three regions was not detailed.
The report also highlights over 20 exits, M&A transactions, rumours, and related news stories, although specific information about these events was not provided.
In addition to the weekly report, paying subscribers have access to a monthly update that delves deeper into essential deals, actions, and players across the European tech ecosystem. The report includes a handy.csv file for data-driven analysis.
Moreover, the month of August 2025 features 16 cascade funding opportunities from the European Commission, targeting SMEs, startups, universities, and researchers, with a variety of open calls supporting innovation across technology fields[1].
Interestingly, the European defense tech sector has seen a 26% funding increase in H1 2025, raising about €946.3 million. This growth is particularly noticeable in Baltic countries such as Estonia, Finland, and Poland, contrasting with more traditional tech hubs like Madrid or London[4].
Overall, the last week in Europe reflects robust activity in tech funding and M&A, particularly in energy, telecom, and healthtech, with the UK, Türkiye, and Portugal as the main hotspots. Defense tech is also gaining momentum, especially in Eastern Europe[2][4]. The report is updated monthly for paying subscribers, ensuring that readers stay informed about the ever-evolving European tech market.
- The Healthtech industry, which raised €120.6 million last week, exemplifies the significant role of technology in shaping the European tech market.
- The European tech market witnessed a surge in funding for various industries, with healthtech being one of the top recipients, alongside energy and telecom, demonstrating the growing influence of healthtech technology.
