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🚀 The application for the first round of the 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗭𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 by Polska Przedsiębiorcza is now open! We are thrilled to be part of this unique acceleration program for startups, aimed at enabling business growth through collaboration with technology recipients, investors, and preparing for international expansion. We are looking for innovative startup ideas from across Poland, and we are here to help you develop, secure funding, and conquer foreign markets. Participants of the program will receive: ✔ Financial support (up to 400,000 PLN); ✔ Consulting and training support provided by top experts; ✔ The opportunity to implement and develop their idea and scale their business globally. ✔ If accepted by the jury will enter the acceleration program that finishes with investment by AIP Seed. If you have an innovative business project that fits within the program's specializations, such as Foodtech, ICT and geolocation technologies, or the creative industry, the Innovation Zone Program is just for you! We are waiting for your ideas until July 31, 2024. For detailed information, check out the link in the comments. #InnovationZone #Startup #AccelerationProgram #Innovation #TechStartups #Poland #AIPSeed

Pangyo Techno Valley, a leading innovation hub in South Korea, is empowering local startups to expand globally through its monthly 'Pan-Pan Day' event. This initiative provides a platform for startups to connect with venture capitalists, major corporations, and industry experts, fostering invaluable opportunities for investment, collaboration, and market entry. Since its inception in 2023, Pan-Pan Day has hosted 14 sessions, attracting around 80 venture capitalists and approximately 200 startups. The event offers a comprehensive array of programs, including IR pitching, one-on-one consultations, networking, and seminars tailored to specific themes. These themes invite experts from relevant fields, equipping startups with up-to-date information and insights crucial for international expansion. A representative from a participating startup praised Pan-Pan Day, stating, 'Conversations with VCs and major corporate representatives were incredibly helpful. These discussions helped us find solutions to our problems and gain insights into approaching collaborations with major corporations.' Pangyo Techno Valley, a global integrated R&D hub, is committed to supporting the growth of startups and strengthening the connection between innovators and investors. With its diverse programs and initiatives, Pan-Pan Day is poised to continue driving the global ambitions of Pangyo startups, fostering a thriving ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. #PangyoTechnoValley #StartupGrowth #GlobalExpansion #VentureCapital #Innovation @pangyostartups @gyeonggiprovince

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁? 🌊 In today's rapidly evolving startup ecosystem, the sheer volume of funding options, support programs, and incentive packages available can be overwhelming. With countless vouchers, grants, and accelerators vying for attention, how does a startup discern the right path tailored specifically to its unique needs? While many programs offer generic support, few are designed to cater to the specialized demands of niche industries. This is where the true value of a focused, industry and domain-specific support network shines. At Sound Hub Denmark, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by startups using SoundTech. Our programs are meticulously crafted to address the specific needs of this vibrant sector, offering targeted mentorship, state-of-the-art facilities, and a community of like-minded innovators. Why choose Sound Hub Denmark? 🎯 Tailored Support: Our programs are designed with the SoundTech domain in mind, ensuring that every resource, mentor, and workshop is relevant to your journey. 💡 Industry Expertise: Leverage the knowledge and experience of our mentors and partners who are experts in sound technology. 🤝 Community and Networking: Join a thriving community of SoundTech startups, fostering collaboration and innovation. 🚀 Growth Opportunities: From funding to market access, our support is aligned to help your startup scale effectively. In the vast ocean of generic startup support, Sound Hub Denmark stands out as a beacon for startups working with SoundTech, as one of Europe's Leading Startup Hubs. Choose a support partner that truly understands and supports your vision.  #SoundHubDenmark #SoundTech #StartupSupport #Innovation #TailoredPrograms #TechEcosystem #ChooseWisely

JICA Kicks Off NINJA Accelerator in South Africa to Foster Startup Partnerships Between Local Startups and Japanese Startups The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has officially launched its first NINJA Accelerator program in South Africa, aimed at fostering partnerships between local startups and Japanese companies. The NINJA Accelerator – Open Innovation Edition aims to accelerate strategic collaboration with NEC XON, a pan-African subsidiary of Japan’s NEC Corporation. The program seeks to study collaboration models between local startups and Japanese companies, contributing to the development of South Africa’s startup ecosystem through private-sector innovation. Three promising startups—Raphta, Agrilogiq, and Locstat—have been selected for their potential to drive economic growth and social impact. The accelerator's goal is to validate these startups' business models through a three-month proof-of-concept (PoC) process with NEC XON, with the potential for long-term commercial partnerships. As part of the program, the startups will receive tailored support, including access to NEC XON’s extensive network of partners, investors, and customers. In addition to local and international mentoring and technical guidance, the startups will participate in various networking events, culminating in a one-week roadshow to Japan in January 2025 to explore further collaboration opportunities. JICA aims to leverage the program to explore collaboration models that support the South African startup ecosystem and foster innovation-driven partnerships with Japanese companies. The NINJA Accelerator is powered by JICA, in collaboration with Double Feather Partners, Deloitte Tohmatsu, and Startupbootcamp AfriTech. #JICA #Accelerator #SouthAfricaStartups #TechPartnerships #AfricanStartups #JapaneseInnovation #TechCollaboration

🇺🇦🇱🇺7 Ukrainian startups attended Luxembourg Venture Days 2024 as part of the Seeds of Bravery UA Tech Ticket programme! All startups were invited to Inside Startup Luxembourg pre-event on 15 October 2024 at House of Startups, where they were introduced to key Luxembourg ecosystem players. Main results from Venture Days:  🌟 biobetter were selected among over 420 applications to pitch during Fit4Start pitching session on 17 October among 15 best projects in healthtech vertical; 🌟 V-Art and ClinCaseQuest as part of the FEL — Female Entrepreneurship & Leadership Program were offered tailored made closed pitching and feedback sessions with investors; 🌟 Costless AI, Salesdep.ai and V-Art were invited to Reverse pitch side event;  🌟 Aspichi, Cardiomo and ClinCaseQuest were offered individual feedback sessions with HeathTech advisors at Luxinnovation. On 18 October, all startups were invited to a post-event breakfast at Luxinnovation premises at Belval campus. 💬 Testimony, Olena Kleiner 🇺🇦, Salesdep.ai “Salesdep.ai had more than 30 productive meetings during the conference, most of them will lead to the next partnerships or contracts. We also took part at Reverse Pitch side event where corporates brought their challenges and our startup can help to solve 2 out of 5.” We would like to thank the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, Defense, Development, Cooperation and Foreign Trade, as well as LuxDev, the Luxembourg Cooperation Development Agency, for their support and covering the costs of the delegation of Ukrainian startups. 🖇️The participation of Ukrainian startups in Luxembourg Venture Days is organized by the Ukrainian Startup Fund, Luxinnovation GIE, the Luxembourg-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce (LUCC) in partnership with the European consortium Seeds of Bravery. #SeedsOfBravery #UkrainianTech #VentureDays #Luxembourg #UAstartups #TechInnovation

**Introducing Q2Scale: A Game-Changer for Startups!** EIT Global Outreach has teamed up with Q Europe to launch the Q2Scale programme, an initiative that promises to be a game-changer for startup growth! This partnership offers participants the chance to: 🔹 Conduct pilots 🔹 Collaborate with key European players as design partners 🔹 Accelerate global growth Q2Scale provides top-notch technologies in a comprehensive package for global market penetration and beta testing, all within a 2-month hybrid programme. Focusing on real-world validation, it connects participants with global experts and key players for a successful PoC process. Key Details: - **For startups in**: Automotive, Energy, Supply Chain, or Sustainability sectors. - **For startups with**: A product ready for beta testing. - **For startups aiming to**: Expand to global markets in Europe, Asia, or North America. - **Eligibility**: EU startups or those registered in Horizon Europe-associated countries. Q2Scale is co-led by Q-Europe, a leading ecosystem player facilitating collaborations between startups and industry leaders. Their lead partner, Grand Automotive, operates extensively in mobility services across 13 countries in Central and Southeast Europe. 🗓 **Applications Deadline**: 21 August 2024 🔗 [Apply Now] (https://go-eit.eu/q2scale/) Join us in driving innovation in the startup ecosystem! #EITGlobalOutreach #Q2Scale #Innovation #StartupGrowth #GlobalExpansion

🌟 Reflecting on the success of the EU Innovation Catalyst event! We had the pleasure of launching #StepUpStartups and #InnovationRadarBridge, thanks to the dedication of industry leaders like Barrabés.biz Dealflow.eu Dealroom.co SERN - Startup Europe Regions Network DEEP Ecosystems and ESNA - Europe Startup Nations Alliance. These initiatives are set to transform Europe's startup scene, and we invite you to dive into the full article to learn more. Stay tuned for updates and join us in shaping the future of European innovation! 💼🚀 #EUInnovation #StartupEconomy #Collaboration Read more: https://lnkd.in/gRaDkd3f Join us on May 10th for the Innovation Radar Bridge startups vs. policy interception event at the EU-Startups Summit, where EU-funded innovators, investors, corporates, and policymakers will come together to explore new approaches to address policy-related challenges impacting startups across Europe. 🌍 #EUInnovation #StartupEconomy #EUProjects

🌉 Bridging the Gap: What Europe Can Learn from Silicon Valley’s VC Ecosystem 🇪🇺 Silicon Valley has long been the gold standard for fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. As an investor deeply embedded in this ecosystem, I see daily how its dynamic approach to venture capital could serve as a valuable model for Europe, including Italy, my area of growing interest. Here are, in my opinion, key areas where Europe can draw inspiration: 💡 Risk-Taking Culture: Silicon Valley thrives on a high-risk, high-reward mentality, which is essential for groundbreaking innovation. European markets, often more risk-averse, could benefit from embracing this mindset to propel their own disruptive technologies. 🤝 Ecosystem Connectivity: in Silicon Valley, startups, academia, investors, and tech giants are all interconnected, creating a rich environment of support and collaboration. Europe should continue to build more integrated networks to enhance synergy between these key players. 📈 Regulatory Environment & Financing Tools: one of the most notable innovations in Silicon Valley is the introduction of the SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity), a flexible and founder-friendly financing tool. Developed by YCombinator in 2013, SAFE notes allow startups to raise capital quickly without the complexities of traditional equity rounds. This tool has been a game-changer, enabling early-stage companies to secure funding with speed and efficiency. If adopted more widely in Europe, the use of SAFE could provide startups with the agility needed to attract investment and scale faster, fueling the continent’s entrepreneurial ambitions. 💸 Access to Capital: while Europe has made significant strides in venture funding, the scale and speed of funding in Silicon Valley are unmatched. Increasing the availability and accessibility of venture capital in Europe, alongside promoting innovative financing tools like SAFE, can help startups expand globally at a faster pace. As Europe continues to grow its startup ecosystem, integrating some of Silicon Valley's best practices like YCombinator’s SAFE could accelerate its development. To my European colleagues: How can we work together to adapt these principles within our local contexts? Let’s discuss and drive change together! 🌍" #SiliconValley #EuropeanInnovation #VentureCapital #Startups #SAFE #YCombinator #Tech #GlobalVC #Entrepreneurship

OPEN CALL for #startup organizations in #Riga! Are you passionate about developing innovative technology in enterprise? 🌟Strengthen the Riga startup accelerator and incubator community by applying to our support program. The support program is provided and coordinated by the Riga Investment and Tourism Agency.   📣 The city is home to numerous co-working spaces, innovation hubs, and accelerators that accomodate startups with access to office facilities, mentorship, networking opportunities, and funding resources.   We offer co-financing to support organizations that foster startup ecosystems in the city and promote the use of intelligent technologies. By backing initiatives that encourage development startups, we aim to spark a wave of innovative businesses.   📅Aplication for this year's finance is open until March 27, 23:59:59 💰 Maximum Co-Financing: EUR 40,000.00 per event 🌟 Total Program Budget (2024): EUR 124 500,00 ✅Information about the program, application process and qualifying conditions: https://lnkd.in/dcQUeQbf   📌Join us for an informative seminar on participation in the competition on March 19 at 15:00 at the Riga Investment and Tourism Agency. The seminar also will be accessible remotely through MS Teams. To register for the seminar, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dE6imnwv   #business #investment #startupbusiness #startuplife #startupsuccess #startupjourney #startupecosystem #startupgrowth

🚀 Dive into the thriving Polish tech scene! ✨ 🇵🇱 Poland is boasting over 3K startups and 210 active VC firms. Warsaw leads the pack with 260+ tech companies, fueling growth in sectors like healthtech, fintech, and gaming. 🗨️“The Polish startup ecosystem is currently at a critical juncture. It has a lot of potential and innovation, yet it stands at a point where greater integration with the global entrepreneurial community could be immensely beneficial. This phase requires not just local support but also an openness to global perspectives and practices,” shared Wiktor Schmidt, co-founder of Netguru and Chair of Endeavor Poland, for the first report about the Polish Tech Ecosystem by Endeavor Poland. 🔊Discover how public support and international investment are shaping the future of tech in Poland! #PolandTech #StartupScene