April 2026's top 10 European tech deals you need to know about

European tech activity in April 2026 remained broadly stable compared to March, although overall funding volumes declined more noticeably. The ecosystem recorded 290 funding deals and €5.1 billion raised, compared to 292 deals and €7.5 billion in March, reflecting a marginal 0.7 per cent decrease in deal activity and a 32 per cent decline in total capital raised. At the country level, the UK maintained its position as the leading funding hub despite lower investment volumes.