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The European tech startup funding scene is buzzing like never before! 🚀 1️⃣ D2XCEL has opened its call for the Startup Acceleration Program. Startups and scaleups working on deep tech or digital solutions can now apply for six months of business development support. This is a significant step for companies eyeing Series A funding. Why aren’t more startups taking this leap? Check it here: [D2XCEL Open Call]\(https://lnkd.in/ec9Pwe9j) 2️⃣ EIT Health is seeking applications to support healthcare startups, SMEs, and research organizations. They aim to bring groundbreaking healthcare solutions to market. Is health tech finally getting the attention it deserves, or are we still lagging? Details available here: [EIT Health Call]\(https://lnkd.in/e_UM4cuk) 3️⃣ The EIC is launching a whopping €300 million call to scale strategic technologies. Investments could reach up to €30 million per venture. Are we finally addressing the funding gap for deep-tech scale-ups? This is a game-changer if it hits the right projects. Learn more here: [EIC €300M Call]\(https://lnkd.in/eYr9n5dP) 4️⃣ The European Commission has unveiled the Trusted Investors Network initiative. This network connects tech startups to investors managing over €90 billion in assets. Could this be the answer to the funding blues for many startups? Find more information here: [Trusted Investors Network]\(https://lnkd.in/eFyaZph4) 5️⃣ The EU’s Innovation Fund is investing €4.8 billion across 85 net-zero projects. These projects aim to revolutionize clean technologies and potentially cut down millions of tons of CO2 emissions. Is investing in sustainability the new gold rush, or is it just another trend? Explore the initiatives here: [Innovation Fund Projects]\(https://lnkd.in/e7N8CtQX) Are you ready to capitalize on these exciting opportunities in the tech landscape? What are your thoughts on these funding trends? Share below! 👇 🫡 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐧𝐨𝐰: https://femaleswitch.app 🔈🔈🔈 🫵 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬, 𝐡𝐢𝐭 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖 #startups #femalentrepreneur #zerocode #ai

Let's stay in North East Asia. How does #Korea support its #startups? This The World Bank report investigates the case of a Korean public-private matching grant program called the Tech Incubator Program for Startup #TIPS. Launched in 2013, the program provides a package of support to selected startups, including matching grant for research and development and mentorship, for up to three years. After ten years in operation, TIPS is particularly well suited to answer the question of whether public funding can help startups innovate and subsequently improve their performance. Using a dataset that includes 1,650 startups that applied for TIPS between 2013 and 2020, this research analyzes the effects of TIPS on recipients’ performance and offers empirical evidence to inform #entrepreneurship policy. The results show that TIPS positively affected startup performance one year after selection in terms of innovation input and output, although it did not have a significant effect on revenue or research collaboration activities. The report concludes with five lessons derived from Korea’s policy experience in designing and implementing TIPS: (i) a well-designed coordination mechanism may serve as a viable public-private partnership model for fostering innovative startups, (ii) a co-investment model can crowd in private investment and achieve a multiplier effect by reducing the risk of investment in early-stage startups, (iii) complementary support that target different stages of the startup lifecycle are needed, (iv) patient capital and continuity in entrepreneurial policy with a long-term view are key to nurturing a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, and (v) constant engagement with beneficiaries through data collection and monitoring enables the development of a dynamic monitoring and evaluation mechanism.

India Mobile Congress 2024 is set to unveil the second edition of the ‘Aspire’ Start-up Program, featuring over 900 innovative start-ups! This initiative aims to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs and foster growth in the telecom and tech industries. #AspireProgram #Startups #Innovation #TechGrowth #electronicsnews #technologynews

A significant achievement for Abu Dhabi! The 2024 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) by Startup Genome has highlighted the UAE capital as the fastest-growing emerging ecosystem in the MENA region. The report showcases a 28% growth in the ecosystem value of Abu Dhabi’s tech startups, from July 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023. Key highlights from the report: • Abu Dhabi’s ecosystem created $4.2 billion in Ecosystem Value, representing a 28% compound annual growth rate. • The city’s ranking jumped 15 spots compared to the previous year, now placed in the 61-70 group globally. • Total Early-Stage Funding reached $284 million, and total VC Funding from 2019 to 2023 amounted to $1.06 billion. • Abu Dhabi is ranked #2 in the MENA region for Ecosystem Performance and #5 for both Funding and Talent & Experience. • The sectors of FinTech, AgTech and New Food, and ClimateTech were particularly noted for their talent density, support resources, and startup activity. The report also cites the Golden Visa and Abu Dhabi’s strategic location as compelling reasons for startups to consider moving to the ecosystem. This growth reflects the robust opportunities and favorable environment that Abu Dhabi offers to entrepreneurs worldwide. It’s a testament to the city’s commitment to fostering innovation and supporting the tech startup community.

[Startup News] Check out the latest tech trends happening in the global startup ecosystem and VC funding overview this week (Issue 131- June 1)🌍🚀 Top startup news to follow this week: 📌Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Announce $100 Million Investment in Wisconsin Startups and Entrepreneurs 📌Cambridge Future Tech announces $5M for early-stage deeptech startups 📌How Clean Energy Ventures avoided the pandemic bubble and raised a $305M fund 📌Valar Labs debuts AI-powered cancer care prediction tool and secures $22M 📌American climate tech VC Clean Energy Ventures closes €281 million fund, opens London office to invest in European startups 📌Fintech startup Forward grabs $16M to take on Stripe, lead future of integrated payments 📌Madrid-based ifeel raises €18.5 million to to save costs on risks associated with mental health 📌Exactly.ai secures $4M to help artists use AI to scale up their output 📌London-based FintechOS bags €55.4 million to simplify core systems modernization for the financial services industry 📌Stockholm-based Natural Cycles snaps €50.8 million Series C to make hormone-free birth control more accessible via iFund Lab Narine Emdjian, MBA Read more: https://lnkd.in/eV3kktEj #startups #innovation #tech #technews #techtrends #venturecapital #artificialintelligence #newsletter #technology #europe #europeanunion #founders #deeptech #biotech #cleantech #climatechange #cancer #womenhealth

Ministry of SMEs and Startups Seeks 121 Companies for ‘2024 Super Gap Startup Promotion Project’ With a steadfast commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, particularly in fields such as system semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI), South Korea’s Ministry of SMEs and Startups, led by Minister Oh Young-joo, has unveiled plans for the Super Gap Startup Promotion Project (DIPS 1000+), a pivotal initiative falling under the comprehensive Super Gap Startup 1000+ […] The post Ministry of SMEs and Startups Seeks 121 Companies for ‘2024 Super Gap Startup Promotion Project’ first appeared on KoreaTechDesk | Korean Startup and Technology News . The post Ministry of SMEs and Startups Seeks 121 Companies for ‘2024 Super Gap Startup Promotion Project’ appeared first on KoreaTechDesk | Korean Startup and Technology News . #koreatech #Tech #koreastartup #KoreaTechnews #Koreastartupnews

[Startup News] Check out the latest tech trends happening in the global startup ecosystem and VC funding overview this week (Issue 131- June 1)🌍🚀 Top startup news to follow this week: 📌Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Announce $100 Million Investment in Wisconsin Startups and Entrepreneurs 📌Cambridge Future Tech announces $5M for early-stage deeptech startups 📌How Clean Energy Ventures avoided the pandemic bubble and raised a $305M fund 📌Valar Labs debuts AI-powered cancer care prediction tool and secures $22M 📌American climate tech VC Clean Energy Ventures closes €281 million fund, opens London office to invest in European startups 📌Fintech startup Forward grabs $16M to take on Stripe, lead future of integrated payments 📌Madrid-based ifeel raises €18.5 million to to save costs on risks associated with mental health 📌Exactly.ai secures $4M to help artists use AI to scale up their output 📌London-based FintechOS bags €55.4 million to simplify core systems modernization for the financial services industry 📌Stockholm-based Natural Cycles snaps €50.8 million Series C to make hormone-free birth control more accessible via iFund Lab Narine Emdjian, MBA Read more: https://lnkd.in/eV3kktEj #startups #innovation #tech #technews #techtrends #venturecapital #artificialintelligence #newsletter #technology #europe #europeanunion #founders #deeptech #biotech #cleantech #climatechange #cancer #womenhealth

Ever feel like the funding game is rigged for male-founded startups? 🕵️♀️ 2024 is handing out a lot of money in the startup world. Let's look at where this cash is heading and how female founders can tap in! 1️⃣ The EU Funding Portal's 2024 calls are massive for energy, AI, health, and sustainability. 💡 - Energy-intensive industries. - Early-stage AI innovations. - Health solutions from Central, Eastern, and Southern Europe. - Market penetration programs for automotive, energy, and supply chain sectors. Why aren't more of us jumping into these spaces? Is it about time we break into these “male-dominated” sectors? Source: EU Funding Portal 2️⃣ The European Innovation Council has opened funding worth over €1.6 billion. 💶 This is divided into EIC Pathfinder, EIC Transition, EIC Accelerator, and EIC Prizes. They focus on scaling breakthrough tech and creating new markets. Imagine what we could do with this kind of support. Do you have a game-changing innovation just waiting? Details at European Innovation Council 3️⃣ Balderton Capital raised a whopping $1.3 billion for European tech startups. 💰 Their investments in Revolut made it Europe's most valuable startup. $615 million is for early-stage, and $685 million focuses on growth. Can you believe this? Feels like a massive opportunity gap! Source: PYMNTS 4️⃣ The European Investment Fund (EIF) turns its attention to Norwegian tech startups, investing in SINTEF’s seed fund. 🇳🇴 Half a billion Norwegian kroner aims to create 10-15 new companies. More support for tech ventures in Norway. Will this trend catch on in the rest of Europe? Read more at European Investment Fund 5️⃣ TechUkraine's "Seeds of Bravery Grant" offers $25,000 – $50,000 USD for early-stage projects. 🇺🇦 It’s a call for innovative and impactful projects. Our Eastern European sisters are stepping up! The deadline is September 25, 2024. Source: TechUkraine So, will you pivot your startup to snag some of this funding? 🚀 Your thoughts? Share below! 👇 🫡 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐧𝐨𝐰: https://femaleswitch.app 🔈🔈🔈 🫵 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬, 𝐡𝐢𝐭 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖 #startups #femalentrepreneur #zerocode #ai

The European tech startup funding scene has never been more vibrant, yet many are getting left behind! 🚀 1️⃣ European startups are in the spotlight as funding rounds continue to attract immense attention. But the details of these rounds are exclusive to CLUB members. Why do some startups have access to crucial information while others struggle? Read more about it at EU-Startups. 2️⃣ The European DIGITAL SME Alliance just highlighted hidden funding opportunities for tech SMEs. Smart strategies can help you filter out the best calls. Are you making the most of these resources or missing golden chances? Dive deeper at DIGITAL SME. 3️⃣ The EU Funding Portal announced multiple calls supporting innovative technology projects. With potential funding up to EUR 15 million, it’s a game-changer! How many startups are actually poised to utilize this kind of financial boost? For specifics, see the EU Funding Portal. 4️⃣ The EIC Transition program launched to bridge research and commercialization. They’re focused on supporting entrepreneur-led teams. Is this the right model to empower female founders in tech? Find full details at the European Innovation Council. 5️⃣ The European Commission opened doors to over EUR 1.6 billion for breakthrough innovators. This funding fuels scaling and market creation. Are we doing enough to ensure these innovators are diverse and inclusive? Check out the EIC work program for more. Will your startup step up to tap into these opportunities? What challenges are you facing in securing funds? Let’s discuss! 👇 🫡 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐧𝐨𝐰: https://femaleswitch.app 🔈🔈🔈 🫵 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬, 𝐡𝐢𝐭 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖 #startups #femalentrepreneur #zerocode #ai

Participate in the TOP 100 Public Voting and support your favorite startup! Until July 21st, 2024, all LinkedIn users have one vote each in the public competition to choose the 10 most innovative Swiss startups: https://lnkd.in/eem8TVvJ The winners will be celebrated on stage at the award night on September 4, 2024. We will honor one winner for each of the 10 sectors: Biotech, Cleantech, Engineering, Fintech, Foodtech, ICT, Medtech, Proptech, Robotics, and Security. Here’s how you can vote for your TOP 100 Swiss startup: all Swiss startups that are listed on startup.ch and incorporated on or after January 1, 2019, are eligible for your vote. Voting is as easy as 1-2-3: - Visit www.startup.ch to see all eligible startups. - Select your favorite startup and click the golden “Vote now” button on the startup’s profile. - Log in with your LinkedIn profile to cast your vote. Each user is entitled to one vote. All votes must be submitted by midnight on July 21, 2024. Thanks for your support in choosing Switzerland's most innovative startups! #TOP100SSU #SwissStartups