NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang's recent visit to Japan has sparked significant interest in the tech community, with deals spanning the entire Japanese tech ecosystem. This move is expected to have far-reaching implications for the AI industry, with potential collaborations and acquisitions on the horizon. As the AI landscape continues to evolve, Huang's visit marks a pivotal moment in NVIDIA's expansion into the Japanese market.

This week, Helsing secured $1.8B Series E funding at an $18B valuation, while Uber acquired Delivery Hero in a €13B deal and Revolut announced plans to launch a US bank in 2027. These developments highlight significant investments and acquisitions in the European tech industry. The funding landscape is shifting, with notable trends in venture activity, investor moves, and emerging sectors.

Europe's tech ecosystem is witnessing a significant resurgence, with over €2.8 billion in funding deals reported this week, signaling a robust venture capital rebound. Major investments into hyperscalers like Nscale, deep tech pioneers such as Proxima Fusion, and strategic AI acquisitions underscore a growing confidence in the continent's innovation capacity and its pivotal role in the future of AI.

Quantum Systems has raised $1.2 billion at an $8 billion valuation, while IQM becomes the first European quantum company to list on a major US exchange. This development is part of a larger trend of significant funding and investment in European startups, with over 55 tech funding deals worth over €1.6 billion in June. The European startup ecosystem is experiencing rapid growth, with notable acquisitions, mergers, and investments in various sectors.

Crunchbase data reveals Q2 2026 delivered the most billion‑dollar startup exits since 2021, led by SpaceX’s historic $75B IPO and a wave of high‑value acquisitions. While the count lags the 2021 peak, the sheer size of these deals is reshaping the AI and tech investment landscape.