VC backed 9 robotics startups this year, 6 in Europe, says EU talent is stronger
arian_ghashghai · x · 2026-11-13
An early-stage robotics investor revealed he has backed 9 true robotics companies this year — 6 in Europe (Switzerland, Germany, UK) vs only 2 in the US (SoCal, NYC).
He admits taking flak for the take, but argues the talent founding robotics startups in Europe is currently much stronger than what the US has, and is putting money behind the claim.
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