Prestige exit, mega-fundraising and stock market listing: the wild post-VivaTech week of French Tech
Summary
This article reviews a busy week for French Tech after VivaTech, with three headline events standing out. Walmart acquired Vibe, giving French investors a notable exit and showing how French-built advertising technology can power a U.S. retail giant. Alan raised 480 million euros at a 5.5 billion euro valuation, reinforcing its position as a fast-growing health insurance and benefits platform with strong revenue momentum and international ambitions. Le Slip Français also prepared for an IPO on Euronext Growth, aiming to raise fresh capital and widen its shareholder base. The piece frames these deals as encouraging signals for the broader French tech ecosystem.
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$1.4B
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June 26, 2026
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Singular, Tibi, Elaia
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