Europe’s startup ecosystem stands at a strategic inflection point. Growth has accelerated, capital has matured, and ambition is rising — yet the question remains: should Europe follow global startup models, or build one shaped by its own strengths?

This insight report examines:

• How Europe’s startup ecosystem has evolved relative to the US and Asia
• Where imported growth models succeed — and where they fail
• The structural, cultural, and regulatory forces shaping Europe’s next phase
• What founders, investors, and operators must do to scale sustainably in Europe

It is not a market summary.

It is not a commentary piece.

It is a strategic examination of how Europe’s startup ecosystem must evolve — and where conventional growth thinking breaks down.

Written for founders, tech leaders, investors, and policymakers, this report goes beyond commentary to offer a clear, strategic lens on Europe’s startup future.