According to the new Dealroom Global Tech Ecosystem Index 2026, Prague has ranked among the fastest-growing startup ecosystems in Europe. In the "Rising Stars" category, the Czech capital found itself alongside cities like Warsaw, Istanbul, Lisbon, and Kyiv. The index evaluated a total of 325 tech hubs across 77 countries, tracking startup valuation growth, the emergence of new billion-dollar "unicorn" companies, venture capital volume, and regional economic conditions.

Foreign investors and tech partners should view Prague as a key player in the region. Its success stems from a combination of strong technical universities, a high-quality developer base, and relatively lower operational costs compared to Western Europe.

The primary driver of this current growth is artificial intelligence (AI), which now attracts roughly 30 percent of all venture capital investment in Europe and is an area where the Czech Republic boasts solid foundations.

Source: Forum 24 / Dealroom

Prepared by the CzechTrade United Kingdom & Ireland team.