1) According to the document, Europe has never been better for venture capital and startups, with record amounts of funds raised ($7.2 billion), invested ($11 billion), and exited ($48 billion) in 2018. 2) The number of $1 billion+ companies founded in Europe has also reached record levels, demonstrating the best returns ever. More unicorns and "dragons" (companies valued over $1 billion) are being created in Europe than ever before. 3) A new startup ecosystem is emerging in Europe, with the rise of serial entrepreneurs who go on to founding multiple companies, supported by experienced seed and venture capital funds. Major events are also helping to nurture this growing ecosystem.