Number and amounts of announced funding rounds over the past 6 months*
(1) All data from crunchbase, as of December 4, 2023
AI startups take the third place for the most popular investment industry
- During November, 368 financing rounds were announced.
- The total amount invested in the announced financing rounds was $3.9bn, increasing by 35% compared to the previous month.
- Similar to previous months, most investments were made in Software companies, amounting to 84 investments. Investments in AI (48) take third place.
Top 10 industries of financed startups according to the number of conducted investments
Bpifrance is once again the most active investor
Investors with the highest number of investments in November
Number and total volume of financing rounds per stage
Largest round of November was a Series B of $500.0mn
In November, most investment rounds were Seed Rounds (~42%). Despite that, the largest volume of $1.2bn was invested in only 20 Series B Rounds. No Series D Round was conducted.
London is the European venture capital industry hotspot, while Paris takes the second spot; Heidelberg places second by volume
- The most investments in November were conducted in the UK (83), followed by France (61) and Germany (33).
- When ranking by investment volume instead of the number of conducted investments, London remains in first place ($1,112mn). However, Heidelberg ($500mn) would take second place, followed by Amsterdam ($207mn).
In the spotlight: Aleph Alpha raised $500mn in November in a Series B round
Company
Industry
Software, AI
Founded in
2019, Heidelberg (GER)
One-Sentence-Pitch
Aleph Alpha specializes in researching, developing, and implementing AI-based technologies for both public and private sectors.
Financing round
Money raised
$500mn
Type of financing round
Venture Round
Comment/Quote
Following a Seed Round of $6.4mn and a Series A Round of $27.2mn, Aleph Alpha raised a $500mn Series B Round. The company represents one of the strongest European competitors to U.S. dominance in the field of AI.
Investors
Partner with us
Unlock the full potential of your financial strategy with Trustventure’s expert guidance. Whether you’re navigating challenges in the financial sector, seeking advice on corporate financing, or enhancing your planning and controlling processes, we’re here to empower your journey and help you create transparency and confidence for both you and your investors.
Ready to elevate your financial game? Reach out to us today using our contact form or drop us a direct message at office@trustventure.de. Work with us to achieve your financial success!
Other articles
M&A European Roll-Up Market Report – May 2025
May 2025 presented a 66% year-over-year decrease in the number of PE-backed acquisitions. In addition to financial, HR, insurance and other services, PEs are also investing in the marketing and e-commerce service industries. Learn all about it in our report and case study.
June 11, 2025
VC Landscape European Venture Capital Landscape – May 2025
May 2025 presented the lowest number of VC investments in the last 12 months and Quantum Systems secured a €160 million Series C Round. Learn all about it in our in-depth analysis.
June 5, 2025
M&A European Roll-Up Market Report – April 2025
April 2025 presented an 8% year-over-year decline in the number of PE-backed acquisitions. PEs are rolling-up the infrastructure utilities and services industry, given its attractiveness for investment firms. Learn all about it in our report and case study.
May 26, 2025
M&A Trustventure advised ladelplan on its exit to RetailSonar
RetailSonar announced its acquisition of ladeplan. Trustventure advised ladeplan throughout its sale process.
May 22, 2025
VC Landscape European Venture Capital Landscape – April 2025
April 2025 marked the second lowest number of VC investments and invested capital in the last 12 months and CMR Surgical secured $200 million in funding. Learn all about it in our in-depth analysis.
May 19, 2025
M&A Trustventure advised World Host Group in the acquisition of Nimbus Hosting
World Host Group, a global leader in web hosting and cloud services, announced the acquisition of Nimbus Hosting. Trustventure advised World Host Group throughout its entire add-on acquisition process.
May 13, 2025
M&A Trustventure advised World Host Group in the acquisition of Colombia Hosting
World Host Group, a global leader in web hosting and cloud services, announced the acquisition of Colombia Hosting. Trustventure advised World Host Group throughout its entire add-on acquisition process.
May 13, 2025
M&A Trustventure advised on the sale of WHD Event GmbH by Equivia Partners to Opus Origin
WHD Event GmbH, a leading event organizer, was sold by Equivia Partners to Opus Origin. Trustventure advised WHD Event GmbH during the transaction.
May 13, 2025
M&A Trustventure advised World Host Group in the acquisition of A2 Hosting (hosting.com)
World Host Group, a global leader in web hosting and cloud services, announced the acquisition of A2 Hosting (hosting.com). Trustventure advised World Host Group throughout its entire add-on acquisition process.
May 13, 2025
M&A European Roll-Up Market Report – March 2025
March 2025 presented a 18% year-over-year decline in the number of PE-backed acquisitions. PEs like KKR and Atwater are consolidating the European Media & Entertainment industry, as exemplified by this month's case study of Mediawan. Learn all about it in our report and case study.
April 22, 2025