The Netherlands is among the top 4 EU markets for technological investments, driven by public and private funding that boosts innovation, according to a study by the European Patent Office (EPO). It ranks 5th in Europe for tech investment transactions, highlighting significant potential for start-ups. From 2000-2023, 5903 transactions were made by 1154 investors, totaling €21.7 billion. Challenges remain, especially in late-stage funding crucial for scaling innovations. The report emphasizes the key role of investors in commercializing groundbreaking inventions. In Europe, major government programs and specialized private investors primarily fund technology, revealing a financing gap compared to the US. The top Dutch tech investors include the European Innovation Council (EIC) and Eurostars, supported by RVO, alongside BOM Brabant Ventures. These investors contribute to the Netherlands growing role as a tech investment hub in Europe. The study also introduces the Technology Investor Score (TIS), measuring the percentage of portfolio companies with patent applications, showing strong investor involvement with patenting start-ups.
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