C4 Ventures, a Paris-based VC firm, has announced the launch of its third fund, which aims to raise €100 million. Valère Rames has also joined as a new deep tech partner.
They’re openly saying: Europe can and should build serious AI & robotics companies, not just apps.
This happens when funding is harder to get, rounds are taking longer, and there are arguments about whether Europe or the U.S. is better at AI. C4 is moving forward when a lot of people are backing off.
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What this means for creators
There is new money available to support you if you have ambitious, cutting-edge tech concepts like robots, hardware + AI, or new models.
This changes how people feel, even if you’re in software: great ambition matters. Don’t just make “another clone.”
You may find out what kinds of tech they value and where you might fit in or work with them by looking at their portfolio and backers.
What this means for entrepreneurs
The bar is getting higher. You need to prove defensible tech, not only MVP, to get money.
You can pitch in Europe with more confidence when you have a fund like this. You don’t have to rush to U.S. VCs right once.
That being said, make sure your story is correct about scalability, edge circumstances, and rules. Bold ideas and good execution equal wins.
