Growth Stage
Jun 4, 2026
1:50 PM2:20 PM
Ecosystem Growth
The State of European Ecosystem: Funding Landscape and Investment Outlook
Santiago MuguruzaBBVAHEAD OF BBVA SPARKSusan LinFelix CapitalPartnerCarrie FraisCarrie FraisJournalist
Description
Europe's startup ecosystem is maturing fast but the questions around capital, scale and competitiveness remain as urgent as ever. This session examines the current state of European funding, where investment is flowing in the AI era, and what it takes for startups to scale successfully across multiple geographies. From consumer to B2B AI opportunities, and from early stage to growth, this is a practical look at what founders and investors need to know to navigate and win in the European landscape today.