This series features conversations between FT journalists and the technology industry’s leaders, innovators and thinkers. In the latest instalment, Luciana Lixandru, global co-lead of Sequoia’s early-stage investment business, talks about why it is time for ‘act two’ for Europe’s tech sector
Europe's tech sector is seeing renewed interest and investment, driven by a maturing ecosystem and global economic realignments that emphasize regional strengths.
This indicates a potential shift in global tech power dynamics and investment flows, moving beyond a sole focus on Silicon Valley and East Asian hubs.
Investment strategies will increasingly recognize Europe as a significant and growing early-stage tech market, fostering more localized innovation and competition.
- · European tech startups
- · European venture capital firms
- · European talent pool
- · Early-stage investors
- · Tech ecosystems overly reliant on US capital
- · Regions failing to nurture local tech talent
- · Late-stage investment firms (comparatively)
- · Complacent incumbent tech companies
Increased funding and valuations for European tech companies.
Greater technology independence and innovation capacity within Europe, reducing reliance on other major tech blocs.
Europe potentially becoming a global leader in specific tech segments, attracting more international talent and capital.
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Read at Financial Times — Technology