sparksense reports that Hardware's VC share increased from 9% in 2023 to 23% today, with three dedicated physical AI funds committing $3.9 billion in 2026.
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Hardware's VC share: 9% in 2023, 23% today. In 2026, three dedicated physical AI funds committed $3.9 billion to keep driving that shift. If you build in this space, the…
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sparksense
Where Deep Tech Startups find first customers in Europe and North America. Smart, Global and focused outreach.
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- Business Consulting and Services
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- Zurich, CH
- Company size
- 11–50 employees
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With 200+ global clients supported over the last 7 years, Sparksense is the trusted Sales Team for B2B Tech Startups. With a smarter outreach, Sparksense’s team of over 25 advisors has ignited sales for hardware and software solutions across Europe, North America and Asia – thanks to its robust, proven business development skills and relevant market access to decision makers across key industries. #entrepreneurship #businessdevelopment #growth #startups #scaleup #venturecapital #growthhacking #sales #sparksense #entrepreneurs #entrepreneur #startup #business #leadgeneration
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Partnerships
sparksense is teaming up with Yole Group and PhotonFirst to discuss the Tech Targets, Procurement Playbook, and Scale Velocity.
Presence & Recognition
sparksense is presenting a session on fiber-sensing technology in aerospace and defense at the Yole Group conference in CEST on September 16, 2026.
Capital & Finance
sparksense reports that Nanolope, a Berlin-based DeepTech startup founded in 2025, closed a pre-seed round of €800k backed by IBB Ventures and business angels from energy, real estate, and materials technology.
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