European defense technology companies have recently attracted substantial venture capital investments, underscoring a surge in innovation and valuation within the sector. Quantum Systems, a drone startup specializing in AI-powered aerial intelligence, secured €160 million in a Series C funding round, elevating its valuation beyond €1 billion. The company plans to scale production and expand its global footprint. Similarly, Tekever, another European AI defense company, achieved a valuation exceeding £1 billion and announced a £400 million expansion in the UK. Tekever's drones have played a critical role in Ukraine, and its OVERMATCH program aims to develop a next-generation AI-driven defense ecosystem. Additionally, Orca AI, supported by defense contracts and Starlink, raised $72.5 million to advance its autonomous shipping platform. Other notable developments include portfolio companies achieving breakthroughs such as world-first quantum entanglement with silicon spin qubits by diraqQC, scaling meat-like fat production by NourishFats with Cabio Biotech, and Levur's $1.2 million pre-seed raise for synthetic biology oils. These investments and technological advancements highlight a robust growth phase in European defense and related tech sectors.