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Are you a startup based in Germany going to Viva Technology this year? 🇫🇷 🇩🇪 Check out the Startup Challenges and Awards! ⚡ Apply to #Startup #Challenges to showcase your product, get feedback from potential users, and build partnerships with new clients. ⚡ Check out the #VivaTech #Awards and discover the best solutions and breakthrough innovations created by startups ans students from around the world. #LaFrenchTechDüsseldorf is offering 30% discount to the first 50 attendees, startups or investors 👉 Get your pass with the code: FRTECHSNCXTD or via this link: https://lnkd.in/ecC9nT3D Viva Technology is #Europe’s biggest startup and tech event, taking place every year over four exciting days in Paris, gathering under one roof the brightest entrepreneurs, executives, investors, students and academics to collaborate, network, pitch, get inspired and showcase their innovations. The 8th edition will take place on 22-25 May 2024. The first three days are reserved for professionals, and on Saturday the doors are open to include the general public. 💡 2023 edition in numbers 👤 150,000 on-site visitors 🗺️ 174 nationalities represented - most represented countries : France, UK, Germany, US, Italy 🚀 11,400 startups - 43% International and 57% French 🚩 96 public sector actors, including 34 different country pavillons 💸 700 investment funds - more than 2,600 VCs, 59% of them from outside of France 👀 6.9 billion views on social media

Hi! The end of the month is near, so it’s high time we checked the key events for startups and investors to attend in March, 2024 and let us tell you — the list looks promising! Make sure to look through our brief event guide for March 2024 below and get your calendar ready. — SXSW EDU Launch Competition for educational startups. When: 4-7 March, 2024. Where: Austin, Texas, USA — One Giant LEAP. A unique event for startups seeking inspiration and innovation, it brings together C-level executives, startups, investors, media and tech enthusiasts. When: 4-7 March, 2024, Where: Malham, Saudi Arabia. — START Global Summit, an annual flagship conference, designed to connect entrepreneurs, leaders, investors and talented students. When: 21-22 March, 2024. Where: St. Gallen, Switzerland — Techstars Startup Weekend Warsaw, a 54-hour-long hackathon, that will gather up to 150 tech founders, programmers, marketing geniuses, project managers, founders, investors and mentors — all that for the teams to develop a business model and a working prototype. When: 15-17 March. Where: Warsaw, Google Campus — Hello Tomorrow Global Summit, an annual competition organized by Hello Tomorrow, a global nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating deep technology startups and fostering collaboration between entrepreneurs, investors, and corporations. When: 21-22 March 2024. Where: Paris, France. Tickets cost €370 to €1,290. — TechCrunch Disrupt 2024. The dynamic program of event caters to entrepreneurs, investors and corporates, offering great networking opportunities, workshops and parties. When: March 2024, Where: San Francisco, California, USA. #pr #techcommunity #startup #event

Next week, Paris will host Viva Technology an annual event that brings together professionals from the tech industry, business sector, and innovation community. Viva Technology, commonly known as #VivaTech, serves as a significant gathering for individuals interested in #technology and #innovation. Beyond showcasing the latest technological advancements, the event also delves into broader societal issues influenced by technology, such as ethics, diversity, and environmental sustainability. Panels and discussions cover a wide range of topics, from the ethical implications of AI to strategies for fostering inclusivity in the tech sector. But what about the city that hosts the conference? Paris itself is one of the leaders in technology: ⚪ Paris has emerged as a vibrant technological hub in recent years, attracting startups, investors, and talent from around the world. The city boasts a thriving startup ecosystem, with over 12,000 startups calling it home. ⚪ Paris has become a magnet for venture capital investment, with billions of euros flowing into its startups each year. The city is home to numerous incubators and accelerators, such as Station F and The Family, which provide support and resources to early-stage startups. ⚪ Paris is also home to several innovation hubs and clusters, fostering collaboration and innovation among industry, academia, and government. ⚪ The French government has implemented various initiatives to support the growth of the tech sector in Paris and beyond, such as the French Tech Initiative, providing funding, networking opportunities, and other resources to startups and entrepreneurs. Happy to visit Paris and attend VivaTech 🚀

🚀 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐛𝐢𝐳𝐚 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 🌟 At the IBIZA TECH FORUM, we're chuffed to bits to discover and support the next disruptive startups in the tech scene. If you've got a bold project with the potential to turn the market on its head, this is your shout! 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐨 𝐖𝐞 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫? - 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲:The first 10 selected startups will join for free and have the chance to pitch their project to a global audience of tech experts and leading investors. - 𝐔𝐧𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲:The top 3 projects will not only bag a free stand at the event but also the chance to gain visibility and forge valuable connections. At the Ibiza Tech Forum, we're not just after innovation; we're looking for the trailblazers ready to lead the future of technology. This is an unmatched opportunity to stand out and turbocharge your startup's growth. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞? 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐮𝐩 𝐧𝐨𝐰 https://lnkd.in/d2FUV8Kg and seize the opportunity to take your startup to the next level at one of the year's most anticipated tech events! We can't wait to see how your project shines at the Ibiza Tech Forum!

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𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘱𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘶𝘱𝘴, 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘌𝘶𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦’𝘴 𝘱𝘶𝘭𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘱 𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘗𝘖𝘋𝘐𝘔 2024 – 𝘪𝘵'𝘴 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘦𝘦 𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦-𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴! Maribor sets the stage for the return of one of Europe’s most renowned conferences 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏𝟑 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟓 𝐌𝐚𝐲. With over 40 years of legacy, Podim is the holy grail of startup and tech events, attracting carefully selected startups, renowned investors, and visionary business leaders year after year. 𝘞𝘩𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘺? - Rub shoulders with 𝟏𝟓𝟎+ 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 eager to discover the next big thing. - Forge connections with 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨𝐩-𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐂-𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬. - Immerse yourself in wisdom from 𝟏𝟓𝟎+ 𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬, refining your ideas and plans. - Uncover new leads and potentially secure strategic partnerships. - Oh, and did we mention the 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐦 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - a true springboard for startups? ❗Your chance to submit your final version is until 𝟏𝟓 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 ❗ Do you see yourself as a part of it? Then don’t hesitate and apply here 👇: https://lnkd.in/d_K-p6e Podim Conference

🚀 Attention Startups! Are you ready to shine? 🚀 At this year’s HumanTech Summit, we’re bringing you a unique opportunity to showcase your vision, innovation, and impact to a global audience of investors, business leaders, and tech enthusiasts. 📅 HumanTech Startup Evening 🗓 When: December 6, 2024 at 6 pm 📍 Where: Rotunda PKO, Warsaw Here’s why YOU should apply to pitch: 🎤 Pitch on a Global Stage Showcase your startup to a diverse audience of decision-makers, including representatives from academia, business, and investment worlds. Each startup gets 3 minutes to pitch + 2 minutes for Q&A with our expert jury. 💡 Get Noticed by Key Players We’re inviting top investors, tech leaders, and industry experts to the event. This is your moment to build connections that matter! 🏆 Win Prizes & Mentorship The best pitches will win recognition and valuable rewards – mentoring from Movens Capital, collaboration opportunities, and a spotlight during the HumanTech Summit itself. 🤝 Unparalleled Networking Beyond pitching, the evening offers a vibrant setting to connect with other founders, investors, and participants from across the tech and innovation spectrum. ✨ We’re Looking for Game-Changers Do you have a solution with the power to impact society, education, health, or sustainability? Are you leveraging technology in ways that matter? Then we want to hear your story. 🎯 Apply Now Spots are limited – apply today to secure your chance to pitch! Let’s shape the future of tech, together. 👉 https://lnkd.in/dez-8q8D This is your chance to step into the spotlight, share your vision, and take your startup to the next level. Don’t miss it. HumanTech Center Konrad Maj David Sypniewski 💎 Joanna Andryszczak-Lewandowska 🚀 Lucas Stapf Max Bielecki Piotr Senkus Rafal Gabriel Laskowski Nicolas Woroszyło Zuzanna Siwińska Julia Wawrzonowska #HumanTechSummit #StartupEvening #PitchPerfect #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Networking

💯 𝐓𝐈𝐏 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐘: Apply for the SXSW 2025 Pitch!!! 📍 This is for early-stage startups to showcase their innovative technology across the following categories to a panel of industry experts, prominent media, and venture capitalists/angel investors: 🔻 AgTech & Food 🔻 Enterprise, Smart Data, FinTech & Future of Work 🔻 Entertainment, Media, Sports & Content 🔻 Extended Reality, Web3, Voice & Robotics 🔻 HealthTech, MedTech, BioTech & Accessibility 🔻 Innovative World Tech 🔻 Smart Cities, Transportation & Sustainability 🔻 Student Startups 📍 Eligibility Criteria: 🔻 The product or service must have launched on or after January 1, 2022. 🔻 Each company can enter only one product or service into SXSW Pitch; multiple entries are not allowed. 🔻 Startups may apply to multiple SXSW competitions, but can only be a finalist in one. 🔻 Founders must retain some ownership of the company. 🔻 Companies must not have raised more than $10 million in total funding. 🔻 Startups must be legally registered and comply with all relevant laws. 🔻 The product or service must fit into an SXSW Pitch category. 👉 Apply before 08.09.2024 at https://lnkd.in/dazXmCyE 📍 I'm an Ambassador for AsiaBerlin — a startup diplomacy initiative by the Berlin Government to facilitate cross-border collaborations among startup ecosystems. ☝️ Follow me for startup initiatives around the world !!! Startup Berlin #asiapacific #berlin #education #innovation #sustainability #entrepreneurship

🌟 Exciting News! Geneva Responsible Entrepreneurship Center is proud to announce our partnership with START Global for the START Summit 2024! 🌟 START Summit 2024 stands as Europe's largest early-stage startup and tech conference, filled with opportunities to network, learn and innovate. As a network partner of this prestigious event, we're thrilled to connect with entrepreneurs and other ecosystem actors passionate about responsible entrepreneurship. Use the exclusive code UNIGEXX3 to get a special 30% discount as part of our network. Why START Summit 2024? 🤝 Networking with the Elites: Connect with over 900 top-tier investors, including industry giants like Sequoia Capital, Lightspeed, and Index Ventures. This is your chance to get noticed and forge invaluable connections. 🎙 Learn from the Masters: Engage in intimate ask-me-anything sessions with over 150 speakers, featuring insights from visionaries like Bryan Johnson (Blueprint), George Robson (Sequoia Capital), and Max Hodak (CEO of Science). 🎉 Exclusive Side Events & Workshops: Immerse yourself in the heart of innovation with Side Events hosted by renowned organizations such as Cherry Ventures, Northzone, Techstars Redalpine, UBS, Meta, Merantix, HubSpot, Entrepreneur First, and more. 🔍 See the Future Post-LLM: Be among the first to witness groundbreaking advancements in tech, including Sepp Hochreiter’s AI model—a potential game-changer for the AI industry. 💡 Ready to Take the Leap? Let's make history together. Join us at START Summit 2024 to push the boundaries of what's possible and embark on an exciting journey of growth and innovation. 🔗 Register now https://lnkd.in/ehx4N8E6 🔗 ✨ #STARTSummit2024 #TechInnovation #Networking #StartupLife #FutureTech #START24 ✨

November strikes us again with Web Summit, something that we all have been looking for. No surprise it’s easy to miss on other events taking place this month. And Portugal is especially rich with … Helsinki, Copenhagen, Lisbon, AROUND PR studio keeps you updated with our usual list of events you can visit in November. ◾ Slush Slush is on a mission to create and help founders to change the world. To support that, Slush 2024 will bring together 5,500 startup founders and operators and 3,300 investors looking to back the next generation of exceptional founders. When: November 19-21, 2024. Where: Helsinki, Finland ◾ Kraków Tech Summit This event brings together creators: representatives of business, startups, creative industries, academia, and innovation. When: 6 November 2024. Where: Krakow, Poland ◾ Portugal Tech Week 2024 Portugal Tech Week is the largest decentralized innovation festival in Portugal that gathers professionals, entrepreneurs, and innovators. When: November 8-18, 2024. Where: Portugal ◾ Web Summit 2024 4 days of talks that matter to startup and tech community, networking, masterclasses and much more. This event doesn’t require a special introduction. When: November 13-16, 2024. Where: Lisbon, Portugal. ◾ The Europas Yet another event in Portugal for us from this month. Lisbon brings together shortlisted startups, esteemed judges, and special guests, with introduction from Mike Butcher. When: November 13, 2025. Where: Lisbon, Portugal.