The French tech scene, from someone who is both French and works its transatlantic side for a living. The startups, the labs, the sovereignty ambitions, and the honest gap between la French Tech branding and what actually ships. Fond enough to root for it, close enough to be critical.
All LoRa chips are produced by Semtech, which acquired Cycleo's technology and established the LoRaWAN protocol. This ecosystem, primarily driven by utilities and smart…
France develops its quantum technology position through sustained research, early startups, national strategy, and increasing international engagement over two decades.
From 2006 to 2026, France enhances its technology landscape through interconnected research institutions, competitive clusters, physical campuses, and policy support. This layered approach fosters…
France's AI narrative predates ChatGPT, rooted in foundational research and state-supported initiatives since 2006. Recent advancements, exemplified by Mistral, establish France as a key…
The generative AI wave starting in 2022–2023 creates new opportunities for French AI companies, with Mistral AI emerging as a notable European player.
The saga of France's 5G rollout was characterized by prolonged debates over spectrum auctions and frustation, while neighboring countries advanced. Delays stemmed from political…
France strengthens its quantum technology efforts through national strategy elements and increased public investment around 2021–2022.
France strengthens its AI position through sustained research output, startup activity, and corporate programs that align in the mid-2010s.
Quantum startups begin appearing in France in the mid-to-late 2010s as research translates into early commercial efforts in computing and communication.
The French Tech initiative and growing startup activity in the 2010s turn Paris into a more visible destination for tech founders and investors.
France sustains world-class quantum research through CNRS, universities, and INRIA during the 2006–2015 period, building deep technical capability.
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