During the week ending June 20, 2025, the tech sector in Europe saw a significant surge in funding, with over €1.3 billion raised across various deals and mergers.

In a notable development, the UK government appointed its first-ever entrepreneurship adviser to bolster new business initiatives.

CUBE made headlines by acquiring Acin to enhance its regulatory compliance and risk management services, while Sophora Unternehmerkapital is set to acquire Data-Sec.

A merger involving four energy software firms has led to the formation of a new Dutch-based company named Eneve.

In the realm of publishing, Orbex founders have launched a sci-fi venture called Factorial Books, and DNS4EU was established to offer EU-backed, privacy-first internet access.

Several innovative startups, including Koios Care, Steryon, Bitloops, CaseCraft.AI, and Glyde, successfully secured funding to advance projects in healthcare, cybersecurity, and financial markets.

Polestar attracted €174 million in equity investment, while Animaj raised €75 million to modernize children's audiovisual content.

Biotope Ventures 2 launched with a €5 million first close, and BOSQAR INVEST achieved a record €143.2 million in sustainability-linked bond issuance in Croatia.

Regionally, Spanish companies led the funding race with €378.1 million raised, followed by German firms at €269.9 million and French startups securing €146 million.

The healthtech sector emerged as the leader in funding, raising €237 million, while quantum technology attracted €189 million and energy sector investments totaled €153.9 million.

Helsing raised an impressive €600 million, doubling its valuation to €12 billion, marking one of the largest funding rounds of the week.

In addition to the funding deals, the week also saw over five exits and M&A transactions reported, highlighting a vibrant market.