A: Hey there! Guess what, European tech companies are getting more political nowadays.

B: Really? Why's that?

A: Well, a venture capital firm called Atomico just released their annual report and they're advocating for policies to help the tech ecosystem grow.

B: Ah, like what kind of policies?

A: Stuff like making it easier for companies to operate across Europe, funding innovative startups, empowering talent, and encouraging risk-taking. It seems European tech companies are learning from big tech and legacy industries how to lobby effectively.

B: That sounds interesting. Have they had any success so far?

A: Yeah! They've even managed to get the attention of high-level officials like the president of the European Commission. So, it seems things are moving in the right direction.

B: I see. But what about the opposition? Are there any forces that might oppose these efforts?

A: That's a good point. Not everyone is on board yet, but large startups are becoming more vocal to win over hearts and minds because there's still some distrust of tech in Europe. The goal now is to avoid getting too closely tied to any one political party, or it could backfire.

B: Makes sense. So, what do you think this means for the future of European tech?

A: Europe effectively stands at a crossroads. If they can keep up the lobbying and address concerns, there's a chance they could see a surge in innovative startups and become a major player on the world stage. Exciting times ahead!