This Week's Highlight

As competition for top-tier deep tech talent escalates, the race between Europe and North America reaches new heights. Zeki’s latest report delves into this rivalry, revealing key insights into talent acquisition, the scaling of startups, and how government initiatives impact growth. Both regions share a common number of deep tech startups, but U.S. companies are scaling faster, while Europe is grappling with the rise of 'zombie startups.' This edition highlights the trends, challenges, and emerging opportunities in the global fight for deep tech talent.

Let’s explore the strategic factors that will shape the future of deep tech, from engineering biology's dominance to the software-driven arms race in aerospace and defense.

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"In deep-tech, it's not just about who innovates first, but who can scale faster, retain the right talent, and adapt to emerging global trends."

Key Takeaways

• Scaling: While deep tech company creation has plateaued in both regions, U.S. startups are scaling twice as fast as their European counterparts, creating opportunities for new market leaders to emerge.
• Cross-Sector Talent: Both Europe and North America are attracting high-level talent from diverse fields, especially in AI, quantum computing, and aerospace. This cross-pollination of skills is driving breakthroughs across deep tech industries.
• AI and Engineering Biology Synergies: The infusion of AI talent into engineering biology is setting the stage for transformative hybrid companies. This convergence could unlock new business models and accelerate scaling, making the sector a key area to watch for investors.
• France's Bottom-Up Approach: France’s ecosystem, with its emphasis on collaboration between research institutions and small companies, is fostering innovation in engineering biology, positioning it as a leader in this rapidly evolving field.
• U.S. as a Global Talent Magnet: The U.S. continues to be a global hub for deep tech talent, with companies attracting high-level professionals from India, Europe, and beyond. This positions the U.S. to lead future innovations in frontier technologies.

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