European Startups Face Funding Challenges Amid VC Decline
European startups aiming to secure funding in 2025 face a tough landscape. The number of active venture capitalists (VCs) in Europe has fallen by 30% over the past two years. This decline is due to slower exits and a shift towards profitability over rapid expansion. VC fundraising has also taken a hit, falling from €34 billion in 2022 to about €21 billion in 2024.
With fewer VCs and less capital, founders must explore
