30 femtech startups to watch, according to investors
Femtech, short for female technology, is finally getting more attention from investors, with funding in 2024 hitting over €334 million. That’s nearly back to the high points of 2021 and 2019. One big milestone: Europe’s first femtech unicorn, Flo Health — though the all-male founding team stirred some debate. Now, a fresh wave of innovative startups is on the rise, covering everything from fertility and menopause to mental health and menstrual care. Investors from top VC firms across Europe are naming their picks for the 30 most promising femtechs to watch.
The selected startups are tackling a wide range of women’s health challenges in creative ways. For example, Ireland’s Nua Surgical is making C-sections safer, while Germany’s Xena is helping surgeons treat gynecological issues with AR precision. There are reusable pregnancy tests, mood-regulating wearables for PMS, and even AI tools to make fertility treatments more effective. Some are working on non-invasive cancer screening, others on improving breast milk nutrition or tracking hormone levels with impressive speed and accuracy. It’s clear that femtech is no longer a niche — it’s growing into a vital part of the health tech world.
What’s also notable is how many of these startups focus on making healthcare more personalized, comfortable, and accessible. From digital platforms for menopause support to apps that sync with menstrual cycles for better productivity, femtech is stepping into everyday life. Many are also working hand-in-hand with employers and health insurers to ensure more women have access to the care they need. Investors are betting big on this shift, and it looks like the femtech space is finally getting the recognition — and funding — it deserves.
Source: https://sifted.eu/articles/30-femtech-startups-to-watch
