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Paris Region: Europe’s Leading Hub for International Investment in 2025
In a global context marked by a slowdown in investment, Paris Region stands out as one of the few major European regions to record double-digit growth in both projects and jobs. With 438 international investment projects (+18%), 9,053 jobs created (+11%), and a record number of first-time implementations (+39%), the region strengthened its position in 2025 as Europe’s leading economic powerhouse.
This momentum is driven by broader attractiveness across 44 contributing countries and strong expansion in several strategic industries
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News
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PSL University is launching the Paris Schools
PSL University is launching the “Paris Schools,” an innovative model aimed at strengthening its global appeal and preparing students with the skills needed for the future. The schools will offer a full range of programs from bachelor’s to doctoral degrees, as well as continuing education. Primarily taught in English, the curricula will be organized around major interdisciplinary challenges. Five Paris Schools are planned: Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, Climate and Biodiversity, Arts, and Humanities (Digital and AI).
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New European Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence in Paris
VivaTech and the World Economic Forum have announced a partnership to launch a European Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence in Paris. It will join the global network of the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR), a WEF initiative, bringing together public and private stakeholders to harness technology for what is described as a “positive” transformation. It will also be supported by the WEF’s AI Governance Alliance.
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Paris Region and Lisbon Strengthen Strategic Partnership
Valérie Pécresse, President of the Paris Region (Île-de-France), and Carlos Moedas, President of the Lisbon Metropolitan Area, have signed an agreement extending their partnership launched in February 2020. The agreement strengthens cooperation in innovation, economic ties, mobility, education, research, tourism, and culture, while advancing joint climate, environmental, and biodiversity initiatives. The visit to Lisbon also promoted the economic and cultural attractiveness of the Paris Region
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A Major new “House of AI” is set to open at the foot of Montmartre
Just steps from the Sacré-Cœur, the historic Grands Magasins Dufayel will host Cortex House, a new hub designed to bring together entrepreneurs, researchers, corporations, students, academic institutions, young creators, public stakeholders, and investors to connect and experiment around artificial intelligence. A partial launch is expected in the spring, with a full opening scheduled for September 2026. Cortex House will be located near the new headquarters of Mistral AI in the Marcadet Belvédère building.
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F/AI, the new startup program by Station F
Station F has officially launched F/AI, a new AI program with no open application process, reserved for 20 startups selected through fund recommendations. With partners including OpenAI, Anthropic, Mistral, Microsoft, and Meta, Roxanne Varza, Director of Station F, aims to accelerate revenue growth and help build European champions.
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Operational Tips
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Talent Stories Interview – Natali Goginashvili
Natali Goginashvili is an attorney specializing in intellectual property law, originally from Georgia. From her first impressions of Paris to her career in a leading European law firm, Natali shares what drew her to the region, the vibrant lifestyle she has found here, and her best advice for newcomers looking to make the most of Europe’s foremost hub for culture, innovation, and opportunity.
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Grand Paris Express
Discover Grand Paris Express, the transformative metro expansion adding 200 km of automatic lines and 68 new stations across the Paris region by 2031, with the first lines opening in 2026. This massive €36 billion project will dramatically cut travel times and link key business, research, cultural, and airport hubs. It integrates seamlessly with 29 existing metro, tram, RER, and rail lines for fast, frequent service to nearly 3 million daily riders. Grand Paris Express will also drive urban renewal around stations, creating sustainable, mixed-use neighbourhoods. Eco-friendly design and decarbonisation efforts make it a model for future metropolitan mobility.
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Business Opportunities
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Calls for projects
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Industry and Energy Transition TechMeeting
On April 8, in Paris, meet 15+ large corporations looking for the latest sustainable solutions and innovations in Sustainable technologies applied to the Industries, Building & Energy sectors.
Deadline: February 26, 2026
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Paris Region: AI Challenge for Space
€1 Million to boost AI innovation for space applications such as data processing and mission optimization. Open to EU & Swiss startups, SMEs, and research teams with projects ready for industrial deployment in Paris Region in the next 6 months.
Deadline: March 31, 2026
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Challenges & Awards
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VivaTech Challenges & Awards
Join VivaTech’s Challenges & Awards to tackle real-world business and tech challenges set by leading corporates and public partners. Finalists gain visibility through pitches, booths, and high-level networking at VivaTech Paris, Europe’s largest tech event. Programs span AI, sustainability, and social impact, with dedicated prizes such as the Female Founder and AfricaTech Awards.
Deadline: Various
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Calendar
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INCYBER Forum Europe
February 31-March 2, 2026 | Lille - Meet us there!
Europe’s leading cybersecurity and digital trust event, bringing together experts, solution providers, governments, and industry to tackle digital security challenges and share innovations.
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Mipim
March 9-13, 2026 | Cannes - Meet us there!
The International Real Estate Trade Show is the world's largest real estate and urban development event.
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Paris Space Week
March 10-11, 2026 | Paris, Espace Champerret
Paris Space Week is "the" event dedicated to the global Space Industry, gathering Innovators and decision makers for 2 days of conferences and B2B meetings.
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Tech 4 Health
March 25-26, 2026 | Paris Expo Porte de Versailles - Meet us there!
Dedicated health-tech event focused on innovative healthcare technologies and digital solutions. It brings together health professionals, innovators and decision-makers to explore innovation, network and share concrete use-cases that are shaping the future of health.
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ChangeNOW
March 30-April 1, 2026 | Paris, Grand Palais - Meet us there!
Global summit and exhibition dedicated to solutions for climate action and positive impact. It brings together entrepreneurs, businesses, investors, and policymakers to accelerate sustainable innovation worldwide.
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Global Industrie
March 30-April 2, 2026 | Paris Nord Villepinte - Meet us there!
France’s largest industrial trade show, bringing together the entire industrial ecosystem, attracting professionals and exhibitors across sectors like automation, energy, AI, manufacturing, and more.
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SITL
March 31-April 2, 2026 | Paris Nord Villepinte - Meet us there!
Major European trade show for the transport, logistics, and supply chain industry, where professionals meet to discover innovations, network, and explore solutions across the full logistics value chain.
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Paris Blockchain Week
April 15-16, 2026 | Paris, Caroussel du Louvre - Meet us there!
PBW 2026 is not just a conference. It’s Europe’s power forum for the future of digital finance. Where innovation meets capital, and the next chapter of markets takes shape, beneath the glass of the Louvre and the grandeur of Versailles.
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