After a record-breaking 2021, European investors and founders are ready to take it slow

After a record-breaking 2021, European investors and founders are ready to take it slow

Jordan Parker Erb here. 2022 was an eventful year for the tech sector. Interest rates rose, companies began cutting costs, and massive layoffs swept the industry — and Insider was there throughout it all. Today, after a rundown of the latest news, we'll continue to reflect on our top articles from the past year. Our Big Tech team was constantly chasing the biggest stories, from alleged to injuries in . Ready? Let's dive in. After a record-breaking 2021, European startups raised $16 billion in the third quarter — a 44% annual drop. Now, with interest rates spiking, inflation at multi-decade highs, and fears of a recession impacting growth forecasts, tech investors appear content to take their time again before making a few select deals. The dog, named Kabosu, became internet famous when a picture of her posing with folded paws and a quizzical expression went viral in 2010. She later became the mascot for Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency that was a tongue-in-cheek response to Bitcoin. Kathryn Cross is the founder of Anja Health, a cord blood bank that freezes stem cells for future disease treatment purposes. The solo founder joined YC in January 2022, and has since raised millions from investors