Viva Technology

Viva Technology is Europe's biggest startup and tech event. The eighth edition will take place May 22-25, 2024, in Paris, at Expo Porte de Versailles.

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AI Leads as VivaTech Unveils Top 100 Startups

Viva Technology has unveiled the first edition of its “Top 100 Rising European Startups for 2025,” spotlighting the most promising young companies shaping Europe’s tech future. Germany, France, and the UK lead the ranking, which highlights high-growth startups across 13 countries. Artificial intelligence dominates the list, with 15 companies spanning AI agents, models, and infrastructure. Other major sectors include Developer Tooling, FinTech, and ClimateTech. Selected startups were chosen for their industry-transforming innovation, strong growth, and strategic impact. Backed by global investors such as Accel and Partech, the list reflects Europe’s maturing ecosystem and its growing role as a hub for technological and societal transformation.

Tech and Business Outlook: US Confident, European Sentiment Mixed

The VivaTech Confidence Barometer, now in its second edition, reveals strong confidence among tech executives regarding the impact of emerging technologies on business competitiveness, particularly AI, which is expected to have the most significant impact in the near future. Surveying tech leaders from Europe and North America, 81% recognize their companies as competitive internationally, with AI investments set to increase. American and British leaders feel particularly ahead in tech innovation. Despite widespread optimism, concerns persist about privacy, fake news, and environmental impacts. However, technology is also seen as a vital solution to societal challenges, including misinformation and enhancing diversity and inclusion.

Best of tech to meet at VivaTech in May

A veritable crossroads for business and innovation, VivaTech once again promises to show why it has become an unmissable stop on the international business calendar. With its expanding global reach and emphasis on crucial themes like AI, sustainable tech, and mobility, VivaTech stands as the premier destination for decoding emerging trends and assessing their economic and societal implications.