London regains top spot as Europe's leading tech hub
London reclaimed its position as Europe's leading tech hub by overtaking Paris in the 2026 Dealroom index. The city ranks fourth globally with 138 unicorns.
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London has reclaimed its position as Europe's leading technology centre, overtaking Paris thanks to increased investment in artificial intelligence and deep tech innovation, according to Dealroom's Global Tech Ecosystem Index 2026. The United Kingdom capital now hosts 138 unicorns, including OLIX PHARMACEUTICALS INC. Reclaiming the top spot signals a shift in investor appetite toward London's maturing AI and deep tech sectors.











