Private Equity

As Europe falls behind in AI, investors urge action on quantum

European venture capital companies, such as 55North and Quantonation, have recently launched funds dedicated to quantum computing. However, currently, only 5% of private capital is allocated to European quantum computing companies, compared to 50% in the US, European Commission data shows.

High-value VC deals rise in 2025 despite decline in overall deal volume, reveals GlobalData

Despite a decline in the total volume of venture capital deals, high-value investments rose by 25% in 2025. According to GlobalData, investors are increasingly focusing on high-quality deals rather than numerous deals.

New €25M VC fund targets overlooked Baltic startup talent

FIRSTPICK, a venture capital fund based in Vilnius, is launching a €25 million fund to support early-stage Baltic startups. The fund focuses on founders who do not fit the typical VC profile.

Kadens Capital and Townsend Group enter into strategic partnership

Kadens Capital has announced a strategic partnership with Townsend Group, with the Townsend TRECS IV fund investing €75 million. This cooperation is intended to identify and implement attractive investment opportunities in European markets.

RDT becomes Ypsilon – bundling of advisory expertise in the field of alternative investments

The Ypsilon Group will integrate the tax consulting firm RDT from 1 December 2025 to bundle its activities in the field of alternative investments. This supports the company's strategic development in the private equity sector.

Ypsilon advises impact investor Revent on the launch of its second venture capital fund