European Startup Funding: Top Rounds This Week (May 18-22)

Jan de Vries · 2026-05-22

Welcome back to our weekly roundup of European startup funding. We tracked all the major rounds from May 18 to May 22, and there are some exciting deals to share. This is exclusive content for our CLUB members, so if you're already a member, just log in to see the full list. Not a member yet? You can join today for unlimited access and extra perks. ### Why This Week Matters This week's funding rounds show a clear trend: investors are betting big on green tech and digital health. European startups raised over $450 million combined, with the largest deal going to a Berlin-based energy startup. That's a big signal for the ecosystem. ### What We Tracked We monitor every round from pre-seed to Series C and beyond. Here are some highlights: - **Energy storage startup** from Munich raised $120 million in Series B funding. - **Healthtech company** in London secured $85 million for its AI diagnostics platform. - **Fintech firm** in Paris closed a $50 million round to expand into the US market. - **SaaS provider** in Stockholm landed $30 million for its remote work tools. These deals represent a mix of sectors, but climate and health are clearly leading. ### How to Access Full Details If you're a CLUB member, you'll see the complete list below with investor names, round sizes, and company descriptions. We also include our analysis on why each round matters. For non-members, consider signing up. You'll get this weekly roundup plus daily news, expert interviews, and networking opportunities. ### Looking Ahead Next week, we expect more activity from Southern Europe, especially in agritech. The funding environment is strong, and we're seeing more US investors looking at European startups. That's a good sign for cross-border growth. Remember, this content is for members only. If you can't see the full article, please log in or sign up. We appreciate your support.