Growth Stage
Jun 4, 2026
11:00 AM11:30 AM
Ecosystem Growth
Europe vs. the U.S. in Startup Investment: Strengths, Gaps, and Trade-Offs
Henrik GebbingCausa PrimaCo-Founder & COOAstghik ZakharyanSIA Agel Hub CEOMartin TantowPegasus Tech VenturesPartnerHedi MardisooCachetCEO/Co-Founder
Description
A significant share of global startup capital flows between Europe and the United States, yet the two ecosystems differ fundamentally in structure, speed, and risk appetite. This session will explore the key advantages and limitations of each market in shaping startup investment outcomes. It will examine funding availability, regulatory environments, scale-up dynamics, and cultural approaches to risk and ambition. The discussion will highlight what each ecosystem can learn from the other to better support the next generation of global companies.