Mercuryo’s Stellar Rise in Europe’s Startup Scene
In an exciting development for the European tech landscape, Mercuryo, a pioneering Web3 payment platform, has emerged as one of the continent’s most rapidly expanding startups for 2025. This recognition comes from Sifted, a leading media outlet dedicated to analyzing and reporting on European startup dynamics. Mercuryo’s impressive performance placed it at number 79 on the list, underscoring its significant revenue growth over the past three years.
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Key Highlights from Sifted’s Ranking Criteria
Sifted’s evaluation process focused on assessing the revenue growth trajectory of various companies over the preceding three years. This rigorous analysis identified Mercuryo as a standout performer, a testament to the dedication and innovation fueling its expansion. The journey to this achievement involved countless hours of brainstorming, collaborative efforts, and strategic decision-making, highlighting the resilience and commitment within the Mercuryo team.
France and Southern Europe’s Prominent Startups
In a notable shift from previous years, Sifted expanded its leaderboard to feature 100 dynamic startup companies across nine countries, including France, Spain, Cyprus, and Andorra. Collectively, these companies have achieved remarkable milestones, generating €8.6 billion (approximately $9.86 billion) in revenue over three years, securing €3.7 billion (around $4.24 billion) in funding, and creating over 10,000 new jobs.
The criteria for qualification demanded that startups be privately held, focused on technology, and headquartered in the specified regions. Furthermore, they needed to present a minimum of three years of revenue data, with base and recent year revenues of at least €50,000 ($57,300) and €500,000 ($573,000), respectively. This comprehensive approach ensures that only the most promising and sustainable ventures make the cut.
Impressive Funding and Investment Patterns
The data revealed that the average funding secured per company reached €34.6 million ($39.6 million), marking a significant increase from the previous year’s €30.38 million ($34.8 million). This surge in investment highlights the growing confidence in the European startup ecosystem and its potential to drive innovation and economic growth.
Sifted 2025 Cohort Investors
Sifted’s 2025 cohort garnered substantial interest from the investment community, attracting 704 investors. Paris-based Kima Ventures stood out, backing 16 of the listed startups, illustrating the strategic importance of France in this burgeoning sector. French investors dominated the leaderboard, securing six of the top ten spots, a reflection of the country’s vibrant entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to fostering innovative ventures.
Overall, the 2025 cohort collectively raised an average of €34.6 million ($39.6 million), reinforcing the dynamic and flourishing nature of Europe’s startup landscape.
