International Recognition

Global perception of French Tech transformed. Major tech conferences—Web Summit, Slush, TechCrunch Disrupt—featured increasing numbers of French speakers. French startups began winning international competitions and awards.

American tech giants didn't just open offices in France; they made significant commitments. Google's AI research center in Paris became one of its most important globally. Facebook (Meta) chose Paris for its AI research lab. Microsoft made France central to its European cloud strategy.

This presence created positive spillovers. Engineers gained experience with cutting-edge technologies. Some left to start their own companies. Others brought global best practices to French startups. The ecosystem became more connected to global innovation networks.