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SEEDCAMP RAISES $320M TO EXPAND INTO US MARKET

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TUE, JUN 23, 2026

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European early-stage investor Seedcamp has closed a $320 million fund to establish a stronger presence in the United States, marking a significant shift after 18 years of primary focus on European startups.

Seedcamp, which has built its reputation backing European founders, will use the capital to invest in early-stage US companies. The move represents the firm's most substantial commitment to the American market to date. The fund arrival comes as competition intensifies among European VCs seeking exposure to US deal flow. Seedcamp has previously backed over 500 companies across Europe, including notable exits like Wise and Transferwise. The $320 million deployment signals growing confidence in US early-stage opportunities, even amid broader venture capital slowdown and tightening valuations. The fund will operate alongside Seedcamp's existing European operations rather than replacing them. Details on fund focus areas, ticket sizes, and investment strategy have not been disclosed. Seedcamp will establish dedicated US-based investment and operations teams to support the expansion.

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