B! UP Accelerate

🎉Cheers to a bright and prosperous New Year from BNP Paribas and Plug and Play Tech Center!    🚀As we wrap up another remarkable year, we are excited to share the highlights from the B! UP Accelerate powered by Plug and Play Expo Day 2024 held on December 4th at BivwAk!. This event celebrated the culmination of a year-long journey, showcasing the innovative partnerships formed between BNP Paribas business units and dynamic startups. Our heartfelt thank you goes, once again, to the startups, champions, and the BNP Paribas Open Innovation community for their unwavering support.   🌟The Expo Day was a fantastic occasion, bringing together key stakeholders to celebrate the achievements and milestones reached throughout 2024. As we look ahead to the new year, we are enthusiastic about the opportunities that await us. We are eager to continue building connections and making a positive impact within our community.   Thank you for your ongoing support, and we look forward to seeing you at our future events! Marie Guillaume Marie MAFFRE Catherine Tonlorenzi Renaud Dumora Laurent David Liza Donskaya Garance Cornut Santiago Vivas Blijweert Salim Laouiti Thomas Bigagli Omeed M. Yacine Sqalli  Sebastien HUPPE, Henri Coste, Guillaume Sibout, Jerome Lhuillery, Jules CALMON, lionel ZAPATA,Laura Dupuy, Etienne Guegan, Arthur Cohen, Hafida TADJER, Sylvain Leveugle #bnpparibas #bivwak #plugandplaytechcenter #startups #innovation

🚀 🌟 Highlights from the B! UP Accelerate Expo Day 2024! This week, we gathered once again to celebrate another year of innovation and collaboration at the B! UP Accelerate Expo Day held at BivwAk!, marking the completion of a year-long partnership between startups and BNP Paribas business units. 🔑 Opening and Program Overview The event was opened by Marie MAFFRE, Head of Open Innovation at BivwAk! Following this, Catherine Tonlorenzi, Head of B!UP, and Liza Donskaya, Fintech Director at Plug and Play Tech Center and Play, highlighted the program achievements and new initiatives. 🔍 Exploring Innovation In a fireside chat, Renaud Dumora, Deputy COO of BNP Paribas, and Omeed M., Managing Partner EMEA at Plug and Play Tech Center, discussed the importance of collaboration in driving innovation. Olivier Tonneau, Partner at Quantonation, delivered a keynote on Quantum Computing’s transformative potential. 🎯 Showcasing Pilot Success A highlight of the day was the showcase of successful pilot projects by startups in collaboration with their BNP Paribas champions: Cogny: Sebastien HUPPE and Henri Coste shared how their pilot has driven new efficiencies in data analysis. Giskard: Guillaume Sibout and Jerome Lhuillery demonstrated advancements in AI model testing and validation. Beedeez: Jules CALMON and lionel ZAPATA showcased their innovative learning solutions. Greenscope: Laura Dupuy and Etienne Guegan highlighted their pilot’s impact on sustainability initiatives. Glanceable: Arthur Cohen, Hafida TADJER, and Sylvain Leveugle presented their advancements in user experience and data visualization. 🤖 Deep Dive into AI A standout moment was the roundtable on AI, moderated by Charlie Perreau: - Su Yang, Head of AI for transaction banking and head of AI and IT innovation - Goulven Charlès Charles, Chief Data Officer - Jean-Marie John-Mathews Mathews, Co-CEO of Giskard - Guillaume Bour, Head of Enterprise EMEA at Mistral AI 💼 Venture Capital Perspectives The conversation continued with an engaging VC roundtable, also moderated by Charlie Perreau, featuring: - David Bouchoucha, Head of Private Assets - Florent Garcia, Director at WAI - Marie Gwenhaelle Geffroy, Global Head of Sustainability - Thomas Bigagli, Partner at Plug and Play They discussed the current investment landscape and shared insights on fostering innovation through strategic investments. 🙌 Closing Remarks Moderated by Yacine Sqalli, CEO of Dans la tête d'un(e) CEO, the event concluded with Laurent David, Deputy COO of BNP Paribas, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and innovation in driving BNP Paribas forward. A huge thank you to all the startups, champions, speakers, and partners who made this day possible. Here’s to another year of growth, collaboration, and success!

⭐ Exciting News from Upfund! 🚀 We are thrilled to announce that Upfund, one of the standout stars from our 2023 Batch, has successfully closed a €1.3M funding round! 🏢 💡 This French proptech is revolutionizing the commercial real estate market by harnessing the power of data analytics and artificial intelligence. With this new funding, Upfund will further develop its cutting-edge GeoAI technology, driving transparency, accessibility, and data-driven decision-making in professional real estate. This round was backed by Bpifrance, CDG Invest, MNF Ventures (via its MNF II fund), and an impressive group of Business Angels from the tech and real estate sectors. 🎯 ✨ Congratulations to the entire Upfund team for this incredible milestone! We are proud to be part of your journey and cannot wait to see how you continue transforming the industry. Mehdi Bakkali Bereme Lardjane Mohamed Ali Ag Ibrahim Cyril Zaprilla Marie Guillaume Marie MAFFRE Catherine Tonlorenzi Liza Donskaya Salim Laouiti Garance Cornut Santiago Vivas Blijweert #Upfund #proptech #funding #batch2023

🌎 Excited to share highlights from our recent Global Fintech Trends Session at BNP Paribas! Last Tuesday, we brought together five remarkable speakers from our Plug and Play offices across the globe to explore the cutting-edge developments shaping the fintech landscape in their respective regions. Our expert panel included: - Davis Auksmuksts (Silicon Valley 🇺🇸) - Director & Principal - Marcos Cardoso (São Paulo 🇧🇷) - Associate - Salim Laouiti (Paris 🇫🇷) - Associate - Andrea Azzolari (Riyadh 🇸🇦) - Associate - Pratik Shah (Singapore 🇸🇬) - Corporate Partnership Manager Key trends discussed included: ✨ Asset Management Stack Evolution 🤖 Back & Mid Office Automation 🛡 AI-enabled Fraud Detection & Compliance ⚡ Real-time Payment Solutions 🔗 Digital Asset Infrastructure 🎯 AI Trust & Implementation It was fascinating to see how these trends manifest differently across North America, Latin America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and APAC regions, while remaining interconnected in our global financial ecosystem. Thank you to our speakers and all BNP Paribas employees who participated in this insightful session. Looking forward to seeing these innovations shape the future of finance! BNP Paribas BivwAk! Plug and Play Tech Center Marie Guillaume Marie MAFFRE Catherine Tonlorenzi Garance Cornut Salim Laouiti Liza Donskaya Santiago Vivas Blijweert #Fintech #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #GlobalBanking #BNPParibas #FutureOfFinance #Technology

🚀 Excited to announce that I'll be heading to Helsinki this November for Slush 2024! Slush has become Europe's leading startup event, bringing together founders, investors, and tech innovators from around the globe. I'm looking forward to two days of inspiring talks, networking with fellow VCs and entrepreneurs, and experiencing the unique atmosphere that only Slush can deliver. Will you be there too? I'd love to connect! You can: - DM me to schedule a meeting - Find me at the event via the Slush matchmaking platform - Reach out to discuss potential collaboration opportunities Let's make the most of those dark November days in Helsinki! ❄️ Plug and Play Tech Center #Slush2024 #StartupLife #TechConference #Helsinki

🚀 Deep Dive Session: The Future of Customer Experience On September 24th, 2024, we hosted a Deep Dive Session on The Future of Customer Experience, and what an incredible event it was! 🌟 We had the pleasure of welcoming Ivan Litovsky, Former Senior Product Manager at Criteo and VP of Product at Ankorstore, and co-founder of Shirka, who presented the latest trends shaping the future of customer experience and a sneak pick into his new project related to AI BPO. The session also featured pitches from four innovative startups, each showcasing their cutting-edge solutions that are set to redefine how businesses interact with their customers: 1️⃣ Stéphanie Delestre Delestre, co-founder & CEO of Volubile — A provider of AI-driven conversational automation solutions for businesses. Their platform helps companies automate sales calls, manage customer service, set appointments, and handle order taking. 2️⃣ Nicolas Rieul, co-founder & CEO of Actionable — a customer satisfaction prediction platform that enables companies to consistently forecast customer satisfaction across their entire customer base. 3️⃣ Steve ROSENBLUM, co-founder & CEO of LIBERTIFY — A solution that transforms complex documents into engaging and interactive content, such as videos and podcasts, allowing businesses to enhance customer engagement. 4️⃣ Caoimhe Murphy, co-founder & CEO of Anam.ai — A specialist in creating AI-powered human-like personas that can be integrated into products to enhance customer interactions. A huge thank you to our speaker, all the startup founders, and the audience who attended and contributed to the lively discussions. We can’t wait to see the impact of the ideas and innovations shared. Stay tuned for more exciting events as we continue to explore the future of CX together! 💡✨ BNP Paribas BivwAk! Plug and Play Tech Center Marie Guillaume Catherine Tonlorenzi Marie MAFFRE  Liza Donskaya Santiago Vivas Blijweert Garance Cornut Salim Laouiti #CustomerExperience #FutureOfCX #Innovation #AI #DeepDiveSession

🚀 The Payment Ecosystem Report 2024 is here! 🚀 This year, with Zoë Chrysostom, we've explored the trends shaping the future of payments, a market projected to reach $4.78 trillion by 2029. 📊 Key trends include: - Biometric Payments — Enhancing security and user experience with fingerprint, facial, and voice recognition. - Alternative Payments — New ways to pay, from digital wallets to buy now, pay later (BNPL) models. - Digital Experiences — Seamless, frictionless transactions that redefine customer journeys. - Fraud & Security Measures — Strengthening the fight against cyber threats with advanced tech solutions. - Real-time, A2A Payments & Open Banking — Empowering consumers with faster, direct account-to-account transfers. - Crypto — The growing role of digital currencies in everyday transactions. The future of payments is innovative, secure, and more connected than ever before. Curious to know how these trends will impact businesses and consumers alike? Download the full report now (first link in the comment section) 🔥🚀 Plug and Play Tech Center Plug and Play Europe Plug and Play Fintech #Payments2024 #Fintech #Biometrics #Crypto #OpenBanking #DigitalExperience #FraudPrevention #Innovation

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that Greenscope has joined the B! UP Accelerate program as part of the 2024 Batch! 🚀   Greenscope is transforming the landscape of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting by providing an all-in-one platform that empowers organizations to manage and report their sustainability efforts effectively. Their comprehensive solution offers a range of features, including:   🌍 Centralized ESG Data Management — Streamlining the collection and organization of ESG data from various sources for efficient reporting. 📊 Automated Reporting — Facilitating compliance with regulations such as CSRD through automated report generation tailored to specific requirements. 📈 Carbon Footprint Analysis — Providing detailed insights into carbon emissions and helping organizations track their progress toward sustainability goals. 🌱 Biodiversity Assessment — Enabling users to analyze and report on biodiversity impacts, ensuring a holistic approach to sustainability. 🔎  Risk and Materiality Analysis — Assisting organizations in identifying and prioritizing ESG risks, ensuring informed decision-making for sustainable growth.   By offering a digital solution and consulting support, Greenscope is a leading partner for companies and financial institutions to implement the CSRD and establish a responsible strategy.   Stay tuned for more updates! BNP Paribas BivwAk! Plug and Play Tech Center Greenscope Marie Guillaume Marie MAFFRE Catherine Tonlorenzi Etienne Guegan Marc Christiaen Liza Donskaya Garance Cornut Santiago Vivas Blijweert Salim Laouiti #Greenscope #BUPAccelerate #Innovation #2024Batch #Sustainability #ESG

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that Greenscope has joined the B! UP Accelerate program as part of the 2024 Batch! 🚀   Greenscope is transforming the landscape of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting by providing an all-in-one platform that empowers organizations to manage and report their sustainability efforts effectively. Their comprehensive solution offers a range of features, including:   🌍 Centralized ESG Data Management — Streamlining the collection and organization of ESG data from various sources for efficient reporting. 📊 Automated Reporting — Facilitating compliance with regulations such as CSRD through automated report generation tailored to specific requirements. 📈 Carbon Footprint Analysis — Providing detailed insights into carbon emissions and helping organizations track their progress toward sustainability goals. 🌱 Biodiversity Assessment — Enabling users to analyze and report on biodiversity impacts, ensuring a holistic approach to sustainability. 🔎  Risk and Materiality Analysis — Assisting organizations in identifying and prioritizing ESG risks, ensuring informed decision-making for sustainable growth.   By offering a digital solution and consulting support, Greenscope is a leading partner for companies and financial institutions to implement the CSRD and establish a responsible strategy.   Stay tuned for more updates! BNP Paribas BivwAk! Plug and Play Tech Center Greenscope Marie Guillaume Marie MAFFRE Catherine Tonlorenzi Etienne Guegan Marc Christiaen Liza Donskaya Garance Cornut Santiago Vivas Blijweert Salim Laouiti #Greenscope #BUPAccelerate #Innovation #2024Batch #Sustainability #ESG

📢 #appelacandidatures : Innover pour mieux servir les clients de la Banque Commerciale en France de BNP Paribas   À l'occasion de leurs Inno & Agile Days du 16 et 17 octobre 2024 organisés par l’équipe DITA | Innovation & Accélération de la Banque Commerciale en France, BNP Paribas organise une finale de pitch de Start-Ups autour de la thématique suivante :   « L'innovation au service de l'expérience de nos clients ETI, TPE, PME et Particuliers ainsi que de nos collaborateurs »   Vous avez une solution innovante pour améliorer l’expérience clients et collaborateurs autour des activités suivantes ?   ✔️L'optimisation des sollicitations commerciales et marketing (B2B & B&C) ✔️Les nouveaux canaux d'interactions avec nos clients (B2B & B&C) ✔️Le collaborateur augmenté au service de nos clients (B2B & B&C)   🏆 Venez candidater pour présenter votre solution devant les collaborateurs de BNP Paribas – Banque Commerciale en France le 16 octobre 2024, et gagnez une visibilité accrue en vous faisant connaître des équipes et décideurs.   ➡ Candidatures ouvertes jusqu'au 1er août 2024 à minuit : https://bit.ly/3XYYP8y   Présentez votre innovation !   🎁 Pourquoi participer ?   La startup gagnante se verra attribuer des récompenses pour lui permettre de développer sa croissance et son succès : - L’opportunité de pitcher en Comité de Direction Innovation de BCEF, - L’opportunité de réaliser un POC, voir un MVP avec BCEF du groupe BNP Paribas, - L'intégration au programme B!Up, avec accès à un espace de travail à Station F pendant quelques mois sur l’espace du groupe BNP Paribas et Plug & Play   ➡️ Pour en savoir plus sur B! UP Accelerate : https://bit.ly/3zRh9GC 💡 Pour plus d’infos : contactez Sophie Malbe   À vos candidatures !   #innovations #pitch #banque    Hortense KEMLIN Xavier Lapie Pierre Ruhlmann Sixtine Loubeyre Catherine Tonlorenzi Salim Laouiti Liza Donskaya My Linh Fontugne Hélène Colinet Rudy Mizel