VCs defend Europe following Sequoia's London exit

Kristina Kockum, Business Sweden (left), Suranga Chandratillake, general partner at Balderton Capital (centre), and Stephen Chandler, managing partner at Notion Capital (right)
5 Nov 2026
16:32
Europe’s VC community has rushed to defend the market following the shock announcement that Sequoia Capital has closed its London office.

VCs have contacted Impact Loop to share why they remain bullish, despite Sequoia’s doubts.

"The best European founders don't need permission from Silicon Valley to build global category leaders," one VC tells Impact Loop.

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