Lomax Ward, General Partner at Outsized Ventures and an early-stage investor in deep tech based in Lisbon, dives into the heart of Europe's tech scene. They explore the challenges of the semiconductor industry, including funding and political inertia. The conversation shifts to free speech on social media, highlighting the tension between expression and moderation. Lomax also compares Anthropic's rapid valuation to its competitors while stressing the importance of balancing government support for startups to nurture innovation. Tune in for insights on funding disparities and the evolving UK startup ecosystem!