🟢 9 Strategic insights for 2025 - 9. The big startup reboot?
The final article on the "2025 Insights" series loops back on startups, why the game has already changed and what it means for corporates.
The core insight
For years, the narrative of startups leading innovation and challenging established companies held strong, but recent changes reveal a more complex picture. The dominance of "tech feudalism" has stifled startup potential, with U.S. tech giants fortifying their market control, often acquiring or outpacing disruptors. This consolidation means that few startups have scaled significantly in the last decade, and geopolitics is pushing Europe toward regulatory actions. In 2025, industries might have a unique chance to break free and reconnect with startups, capitalize on emerging tech and stay resilient amidst upcoming crises.
