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AI, fintech, and medtech lead as Irish venture capital rises 25%
A country-level read on where European venture money is concentrating early in 2026.
Macro doesn’t move evenly. Even when global markets slow, certain ecosystems can keep compounding—especially when they specialize in a few high-demand sectors.
What to know
- Sector concentration (AI/fintech/medtech) can be a strength when those markets are expanding.
- A “services-to-product” pipeline is often what turns talent hubs into startup hubs.
- Local policy, tax treatment, and university pipelines quietly shape where capital parks.
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