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We participated in the #techarena2024 in Stockholm last week. It brought together tech enthusiasts, innovation catalysts as ourselves, startups, and investors. A few key takeaways from our senior advisor Rickard Mosell, who went:   "It was great to see the buzz and excitement at the event. It really showcased the vibrant tech scene here in Stockholm and across the Nordics. You could feel the energy in the air, with everyone discussing new ideas and making connections."   "Also, it was interesting to see the dynamic between startups and investors. While there were plenty of matchmaking opportunities, it was clear that startups still face some hurdles in finding the right fit in terms of funding and alignment with investor interests. Still, it was great to see them getting valuable pitching experience and refining their pitches."   "One of the highlights for me was the chance to hear from industry experts and gain insights into emerging technologies like AI. The Tech Arena is a great platform for startups to benchmark themselves and get a sense of where the market is heading. It helps us all stay ahead of the curve." 'Tech Arena is not just about networking and innovation; it is also a place to learn new things. It gave us a glimpse into the future of tech and gave us a hunch of the tools we need to steer in the ever-changing landscape of this particular industry." #techarena2024 #ai #tech #deeptech #startup

Meet the SpinLab class #15 👇 🌳 🛰nadar is on a data-driven mission to build transparency in the voluntary carbon market and help analysts assess nature-based solutions easier and faster with their innovative #MRV platform - 100% powered by satellite data and #AI. The startup originated in Munich and then selected Leipzig as new base. Caroline Busse, founder of nadar stated: "What makes up the startup ecosystem in #Leipzig (besides low rents!) are the more intangible factors. As there are fewer #startups, you are not just a number, you don't need XXX in revenues to gain visibility and be invited to events or interviews. There's also the feeling of being in an uprising ecosystem as many of the initiatives have started during the past few years and there's a growing community of startups developing here." #SmartInfrastructureHub #EDIHSaxony

𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗢𝗻𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱! 🌐🚀 At Skinnovation, we're embracing the future with open arms by integrating AI into our event experience. We're thrilled to introduce our latest innovation: 𝗮 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱-𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗔𝗜 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗯𝗼𝘁, developed in collaboration with CESA.ai. This cutting-edge tool is 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲, 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 about Skinnovation and everything surrounding it. 🤖💬 Why wait? 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗜 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗯𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗻𝗼𝘄 and see how we're leveraging AI to make your event experience smoother and more informative. 📲 You find it in the bottom right corner of our website: https://lnkd.in/eNwwNcrf A bit about our partner: CESA.ai (https://lnkd.in/d4J6RZG6), powered by KJION Technology, is at the forefront of AI innovation, bringing intelligent solutions to the startup ecosystem. 🧠✨ Dive into the future with us at Skinnovation 2024. Explore what AI can do for you today. 💡🎿 #Skinnovation #AIForTheFuture #CESAai #InnovateWithAI #StartupEcosystem

Last Friday, we had the Final Day of the Validation Lab, during which the 6 startups that followed our 10-week program pitched their ideas in front of a jury and received valuable feedback. All of them had different journeys, and some even changed their business concept after collecting data from potential customers. We are beyond proud to be able to help and connect early-stage startups with our network, which helps them grow their startups into successful tech companies. If you want to validate your tech idea, apply now via this link: https://lnkd.in/evJAvkj2 Deadline: 10th of April. Ocean AI | Aleph Cognito | CIWI | shapewave industries BV | Lignitec B.V.| SOL-R&D | Wanda Stevens | Richard Illes | Gerard van Swieten | Pablo Beneitez | Sara Krupansky de Miguel #validationlab #yesdelft #startupincubator #validateyourtechidea

Barcelona & Partners' team is heading to the top tech event, Viva Technology, in Paris – Europe’s biggest startup & tech event (May 22-25).    Viva Technology has rapidly emerged as a global convergence point for startups, tech leaders, and corporate giants. The four-day global tech conference aims to accelerate innovation by connecting startups, technology leaders, large companies, and investors who are addressing the world’s greatest challenges.    As an investment agency, our aim is to continuously attract innovative companies looking to invest in our city, thus transforming Barcelona into a global reference. Attending top-notch events such as Viva Technology is undoubtedly a crucial part of achieving our goal.  #vivatechnology #vivatech #ai #technology #investment

In a surprising twist, AI, which has been the game-changer in other European nations, took a back seat last year in the Nordics. Instead, it was climate tech that stole the spotlight. Check out this article on Sifted reflecting on the Nordic tech landscape in 2023! : https://lnkd.in/d4fVrbXs 📉 Total investments in 2023 have undergone a significant shift, more than halving in comparison to the thriving scenario of just two years ago. Swedish startups emerged as the frontrunners, securing the majority of the capital flow. With an impressive $6.5 million, they outpaced the combined efforts of all other Nordic countries, which garnered $3.7 million. Meanwhile, Finland faced a unique challenge, witnessing the steepest drop in startup investments. The numbers tell a compelling story, with 2023's $680 million starkly contrasting with the robust $1.9 billion of 2022. As we navigate the twists and turns of the tech landscape, one thing is clear – innovation in the Nordics is a resilient force, adapting and thriving in the face of challenges. #climatetech #nordics #innovation #startups

🚀 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗞 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺: 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲, 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 🌍 - Top of Europe: UK retains #1 spot in Europe, #3 globally. - VC Surge: $21.3B raised in 2023, AI startups at the forefront. - AI Boom: Over 1,800 AI startups, 16% of VC funding in Q1 2024. - Regional Strengths: Innovation hubs from London to Glasgow. Key sectors driving this growth: - 𝗔𝗜 & 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵: 𝗔𝗜 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 $𝟰.𝟱𝗕 𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿! - Future Prospects: 144 unicorns, 237 futurecorns – a pipeline of tech giants.

10 Italian startups to watch in 2024: From the A of Algo AI to S of SynergyFlow: top 10 startups to keep an eye this year.

From AgriTech to AI, Israeli startups are not just entering the European market; they're redefining it. The European Union's substantial investment in innovation, such as the €95 billion Horizon Europe program, has opened doors for groundbreaking Israeli technologies to flourish abroad. Take for example, Waze's community-based navigation, ironSource's app monetization tools, and Aidoc's AI-powered medical analyses — each has carved a niche in Europe through innovation, strategic expansions, and partnerships. 💡 These success stories underscore the entrepreneurial spirit and technological prowess of Israeli startups. They also highlight the welcoming and supportive business environment in Europe, poised for digital #transformation and #innovation. Want to delve deeper into how these #startups succeeded and what lessons they offer for tech #entrepreneurs and #investors? Find out more in the full article -> https://lnkd.in/dj8m27SF