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Prosus Launches New European Fund Targeting Artificial Intelligence Startups

Amsterdam-listed investor Prosus has announced a new venture capital fund focused on early-stage artificial intelligence companies across Europe, aiming to strengthen regional competitiveness in generative AI technologies.
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