CEE VC SUMMIT 2026

France
October 30, 2025

French fintech startup FAKTUS raises €56M to transform financing for Europe’s construction SMEs

The fresh round saw support from Lakestar, Insight Investment, Foundamental, and Fost Capital

October 29, 2025

French biotech firm Primaa secures €7M to expand AI cancer diagnostics

The new funding came from MH Innov’ and Elaia’s partnership fund, SWEN Capital Partners, plus Super Capital and the Wendel family.

October 27, 2025

French firm Dracula Technologies raises €30M to scale battery-free IoT

The Series A extension round was backed by Banque des Territoires, and MGI Digital Technology Group.

October 21, 2025

French biotech Exeliom Biosciences raises €2.85M to advance EXL01 immunotherapy programs

The Series A extension round was led by Biocodex, with participation from Crescent Ventures, UI Investissement, and Forepont Capital Partners.

October 8, 2025

French biotech firm Phagos raises €25M to advance AI-driven phage therapy

The Series A was co-led by CapAgro, Hoxton Ventures, CapHorn, and Demeter.

October 1, 2025

Paris-based VC firm Serena closes €200M Fund IV to support applied AI and energy transition startups

The Serena IV fund was supported by a mix of longstanding LPs and private investors from France and abroad.

September 24, 2025

French medtech firm Sonomind secures €3M to advance its novel neuromodulation ultrasound device

The funding round saw support from Critical Path Ventures and the French Government through Bpifrance.

September 22, 2025

French VC firm Ventech closes €175M fund to support tech startups across Europe

The new fund saw support from a mix of long-term institutional investors, including pension funds, funds of funds, insurance companies, and family offices.