Raw Ventures’ Post

👏 Exciting times for Europe's deep tech scene! We're thrilled to see the launch of the Trusted Investors Network, a bold move by the European Commission to boost investment in groundbreaking technologies. Bringing together 71 investors with €90 billion in assets, this initiative aims to close the funding gap and drive innovation across the continent. 🚀🔬 We believe this is a crucial step towards strengthening Europe's position in the global tech race. Let’s push the boundaries and make Europe a leader in deep tech! 🌍💥 #deeptech #innovation #EIC #horizoneurope #venturecapital #scaleup #techleadership

🚀 Exciting News from SWITCH 2024! Blue InCube is honoured to be recognized as one of Enterprise Singapore’s strategic partners in supporting Singapore’s deep tech ecosystem, as highlighted by Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat at the Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH) 2024. As part of Singapore's commitment to build a resilient, high-impact startup ecosystem, Blue InCube is here to support founders through every phase of growth. From venture-building to navigating the challenges of deep tech, we’re dedicated to fostering breakthrough innovations and supporting ambitious entrepreneurs. With deep connections globally and access to a world-class network of investors, mentors, and industry leaders, Blue InCube is a partner for founders who want to scale their ideas and make a global impact. 🌍 Together, we’re committed to empowering innovations in AI, green tech, and biotech and ensuring they reach markets where they can make the most impact. We look forward to connecting with like-minded partners at SWITCH to drive the future of deep tech in Singapore and beyond. Chew Lam (CL) Goh Peter Tan Chee Bin Tay #SWITCH2024 #DeepTech #Innovation #BlueInCube #EnterpriseSingapore #TechnologyEcosystem #FutureofWork

🥁 Time for another exciting panel reveal: "#BreakingGrounds: Bulgaria's Leap into the Global Innovation Spotlight"🌟 In this panel, leading figures from Bulgaria’s tech ecosystem (Iskren Krusteff, Teodor Antonio Georgiev, Konstantin Bezuhanov, Boyko Takov) will discuss the remarkable journey of #BreakingGrounds, an initiative that has propelled Bulgaria into the spotlight of the global innovation landscape. From startups to scale-ups, the panel will explore how Bulgarian companies gained visibility among 300,000 investors, innovators, and industry leaders in under a year. Join us as we uncover key success factors, the challenges faced, and the strategic initiatives that made this milestone possible. Integrator JSC, The Recursive, Storytelling Studio, Evrotrust, Bulgarian SME Promotion Agency Start Up, Bulgaria 🚀

Germany's startup ecosystem is a powerhouse waiting to fully unleash its potential in driving digital and sustainable transformation. But how do we make sure this happens? The Startup-Verband, the voice of German startups, addresses this head-on with their bold new initiative, "Innovationsagenda 2030: Weltklasse Made in Germany" (link in comments). Here’s what resonates most with me: 🚀 A Regulatory Framework Built for the Future To foster real innovation, we need policies that allow startups to experiment, iterate, and scale swiftly. Flexible, forward-thinking regulations in areas like AI and Climate Tech could be the catalyst for Germany’s long-term global leadership. 🌟 Stronger Leadership & Collaboration The future of innovation depends on tighter collaboration between government, industry, and startups. Building partnerships that connect research with industry can ignite sustainable growth and cement Germany’s place as a global innovation hub. 💬 What do you think is the most crucial next step in shaping Germany's innovation landscape? Let’s discuss in the comments below! #Innovationsagenda2030 #Startups #DigitalTransformation #Germany2030

🌍 Or Haviv, Partner at Arieli Capital, is dedicated to unlocking human potential through innovation and investment. As the Head of Arieli’s innovation platform, Or helps create early-stage growth and investment opportunities, generating high-value portfolios that fuel the next generation of success stories. At How to Web Conference 2024, Or will lead a pivotal discussion on the launch of the "GO GLOBAL" program with his talk: "GO GLOBAL! Scaling Up Globally Romanian Tech Startups | Why Go Global! Why Romania?" 🚀 Get ready to hear his insights on why Romanian startups must think globally to thrive and how to leverage the power of international scaling to maximize growth. Whether you're a startup founder or tech enthusiast, Or's global vision and investment expertise will give you the roadmap to take your venture to the next level. Don’t miss the opportunity to GO GLOBAL 🚀 Last tickets available: https://lnkd.in/dvufmSen #howtoweb2024 #goglobal

Germany’s startup ecosystem is on the cusp of driving profound digital and sustainable transformation. The Startup-Verband initiative, "Innovationsagenda 2030: Weltklasse Made in Germany", provides a roadmap to make this vision a reality. At D11Z, we believe that creating an agile regulatory framework and fostering strong collaborations between startups, government, and industry are key to unlocking this potential. Flexible policies in areas like AI and Climate Tech will pave the way for long-term competitiveness and growth. Let’s work together to keep Germany at the forefront of global innovation! #Innovationsagenda2030 #Startups #Innovation #DigitalTransformation https://lnkd.in/eKeyz_Px

📌 Please save the date! Our Managing Partner, B. Paul Santos, will speak on the “Building the Next Deep Tech Revolution” panel at SWITCH 2024 on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, from 10:40 AM to 11:20 AM at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore. 🇸🇬 The panel will explore recent advancements and key innovations in #deeptech globally, the challenges of financing and scaling these innovations from prototype to market, and insights into emerging technologies poised to disrupt industries. Moderated by Xinyi Tow, Managing Director of Hello Tomorrow Asia Pacific, Paul will share his insights on venture building and investments alongside other notable panelists: ▪ Christian Theriault, Partner at Material Impact ▪ Wen H. Hsieh, Ph.D., Founding Managing Partner at Matter Venture Partners. 🎤 Additionally, Paul will participate as a judge at the SLINGSHOT 2024 Grand Finals, which will also be held on 30 October 2024 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre. 🌊 We look forward to seeing you there! Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH) is the leading startup festival where global tech and business leaders gather to ignite collaboration and drive innovation. Taking place from 28 to 30 October 2024 at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore, guests will explore themes such as AI applications across industries, climate-tech innovations, and growth opportunities for startups. SLINGSHOT is a global #startup competition organised by Enterprise Singapore that provides promising startups a platform to showcase their technology and business ideas, gain early exposure, and secure deals with investors, corporates, industry leaders, mentors, and tech-savvy early adopters. For more information, please visit: https://2024.switchsg.org/ #SWITCH2024 #WavemakerPartners #Wavemakers #vc #climatetech

🌏 Bridging Innovation Across Borders! 🌏 Today, we spotlight the inspiring synergy between Singapore and Japan through the Japan-Singapore Co-Creation Platform Kick-off Seminar. Singapore, with its strategic location and burgeoning startup ecosystem, proves an ideal gateway for Japanese innovation into Southeast Asia. Ranked first in Asia-Pacific for its startup environment, Singapore houses over 4,500 tech startups and 400 venture capitalists, reflecting robust confidence in its innovative capacities. Japan's recent Startup Development Five-Year Plan has bolstered its own ecosystem, creating numerous opportunities for cross-border collaboration. These partnerships not only advance technological innovations but also catalyze sustainable solutions, essential for tackling global challenges like climate change. Read here: https://lnkd.in/gGweHfq9 Encouraging such international collaborations is not just beneficial; it's necessary for a sustainable future. Let's embrace these opportunities to drive change and innovation! #Innovation #SingaporeJapan #TechStartups #SustainableDevelopment

Funding in Europe may be dipping. But deeptech companies are leading their industries with the region’s growing talent pool. Pete Benedetto, Europe regional lead for Catalyst, shares the latest insights from our global mid-year VC snapshot: 💡 Europe is leading the charge in AI talent, with standout successes like ElevenLabs, pioneers in voice AI, and ICEYE, leading the “NewSpace” movement from Poland—both showcasing the region’s immense potential. 📉 Despite a decline in active investors, Europe’s startup landscape remains dynamic — impressive deeptech companies like Ireland’s XOCEAN, which just raised 30M GBP, and Italy’s D-Orbit, which raised $100M, continue to grow. 🚀 Türkiye’s success stories, including Peak Games’ $1.8B acquisition, fintech successes like Figopara and iyzico, and the bootstrapped success of Codeway and Papara are setting the stage for future growth. 🌍 While Spain and Italy have less VC investment compared to the UK, Germany, and France, they’ve been steadily gaining momentum in recent years with standout successes like Factorial and Bending Spoons. Curious about VC trends in your region? Dive into our global mid-year snapshots: https://lnkd.in/eXyRxfks #VentureCapital #EndeavorCatalyst #Entrepreneurship Endeavor Spain Endeavor Italy Endeavor Türkiye

Mid - year report from Endeavor Catalyst