UK tech investment grew faster than the US and China in 2019
But fintech wasn't the only sector seeing significant growth. Emerging industries like artificial intelligence, so-called "deep tech" and clean energy also saw huge inflows. Health firm Benevolent AI raised $90 million and virtual reality company Melody raised $60 million, while in energy Ovo raised $260 million from investors.
Still, Britain's total deal amount far outstripped that of its continental rivals with $13.2 billion invested in the country's tech start-ups.
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