European Universities Emerge as AI Talent Hubs

France leads in generative AI funding, while London hosts the most startups, reshaping the tech landscape.

French AI startups have raised $2.3 billion, the highest in Europe, driven by strong educational institutions.
London has the most generative AI startups, accounting for nearly one-third of Europe's total.
Parisian universities like École Polytechnique and Sorbonne Université are key sources of tech talent.
Major tech companies like Meta and Google have established AI research hubs in Paris, boosting local innovation.
The AI boom is transforming Europe's tech ecosystem, with universities becoming 'founder factories.'