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Europe's startup scoreboard is in — and the little countries are winning

The EU's first Startup and Scaleup Scoreboard shows 20 of 27 member states improving since 2020. Estonia leads with the most venture-backed companies per person; Sweden produces the most unicorns per capita. Proof that smart policy — not just size — builds thriving startup ecosystems.

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✓ Verified · The European Sting · 2026-06-01 · Estonia
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