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I often hear the following question posed by those looking skeptically at Eastern Europe: “Is there any startup ecosystem in place in Eastern Europe, Romania especially?” I’m gonna’ be brutally honest and sarcastic when answering from now on: “Are you the successful result of cryogenic sleep for the past years?” Here’s a glimpse of tonight’s #Bucharest #Summer #Gathering for #builders by How To Web, Tech & Startups, Launch Romania 🤘 Let’s #KeepBuilding and see you at How To Web #Conference 2024 👉 #Oct2and3

🇺🇦 S.Lab is one of the 168 international #impactstartups that has been part of our Impact Business Modeling System™ Program since 2020. S.Lab is truly inspiring. And on a mission to replace polystyrene in packaging with their natural material (hemp + mycelium that is biodegradable in 30 days). One of the first customers is L'Oréal putting their vulnerable perfume bottles in this new packaging. We totally understand S.Lab are recognized by Forbes. 💪 In 2022 CEO Julia Bialetska and her team was part of the Startup Wise Guys Sustainability accelerator. Our coach Richard Georg Engström helped them to get their sustainable impact measurable and operational. Today S.Lab have clear Impact Metrics with integrated KPI's: ✅ Cubic metres of reduced water in production (compared to polystyrene in packaging). ✅ Kg of reduced CO2-emissions in production (compared to polystyrene in packaging). ✅ Acres of land 100% free from micro plastics (compared to polystyrene in landfill). Learn more about Julia, S.Lab and IBMS in our 6 min intro film: https://lnkd.in/eUJtEQXw #ImpactBusinessModelingSystem #impactinvesting #startupwiseguys

#Throwback to Takeoff Tokyo 🛫🗼 We’ve shared our experience at #TakeoffTokyo2024, the international startup conference in this article! 🚀Find out the insights we gained from the event and our key takeaways. Enjoy reading 🌱https://lnkd.in/gyjYaAUu

Oo Nwoye, our founder, will be at the IVS2024 KYOTO, Japan's largest startup conference. He will be participating in conversations focusing on Africa's vibrant startup ecosystem. These conversations will explore regional dynamics and future growth prospects in the region. For more information, please see flyer below #TechCircle #IVS2024 #Kyoto #Japan #StartupEcosystem"

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I totally agree. With the Japanese Government expressing more committment towards opening up the Japan market to foreign businesses, I can definitely forsee a growth spurt in the number of start-ups, SMEs and MNCs gearing to enter the Japanese market. #investinjapan #japan #startups .

Due to popular demand, the deadline to apply for Asia’s most exciting deep tech startup competition, #SLINGSHOT2024, has been extended until July 15, 2024! Being selected to participate includes the opportunity to compete with top global startups, make the pitch of a lifetime to a global audience of industry leaders and investors at the SLINGSHOT 2024 Finals (held as a part of Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH) in October 2024), and compete for over S$1.2 million in attractive prizes. Starburst Aerospace Singapore is proud to be a Community Partner, calling for innovative global deep tech startups with cutting-edge solutions to apply. SLINGSHOT focuses on 5 challenge domains: 1) Consumer Media, Goods & Services, 2) Environment, Energy & Green Technologies, 3) Health & Biomedical, 4) Manufacturing, Trade & Connectivity and 5) Transformative Digital Technologies. Learn more about the opportunity and apply here: https://bit.ly/4ePcTYo Startup SG | Sheila Leung | Covurn Tay #deeptech #innovation #pitching #competition #startup #founder #entrepreneur

Highly recommend that startup enthusiasts apply for this opportunity. Interested parties can contact YaJu Wang for more details. 🔉 2024 Thailand Techsauce Exhibition and Training Program 📣 Event Details: Participate in Thailand's premier startup exhibition, Techsauce Global Summit 1. Online/Offline training courses: Challenges and cultural differences in entering the ASEAN market, fundraising and marketing strategies, business matchmaking, pre-departure briefing, etc. 2. Visits to key institutions and companies: Major accelerators, venture capital units, government agencies, and other leading enterprises 📅 Schedule: June 11: Registration deadline June 27: Online presentation selection meeting July 5: Announcement of selected participants July 15-26: Pre-departure training August 5-9: Official visit to Thailand (including Techsauce Global Summit) 🎖️ Benefits for Selected Participants: 1. Online/Offline training courses Exhibition booth and international marketing exposure at Techsauce Global Summit 2. Networking opportunities with investors, potential customers, and partners to expand into the ASEAN market #ASEAN #startups

From Inspiring Speakers to Powerful Networking: Reflect Festival Delivers!  🚀 Reflect Festival is on top spot on our must-attend events list for some time now. This year, our Attorney, Marek Brada attended and came back with all sorts of inspiration and connections. 👨🚀 From what he shared with us, we're already counting down the days until next year's festival! 🤩 Did you attend this years's #Reflect? What is the new knowledge you brought from there? 💭 #ReflectFestival #Cyprus #SparringLegal #StartupLaw

Where are the most innovative startups emerging from? Our latest analysis highlights the key global startup hubs and the trends shaping the future of innovation.🌎💡 Check out our insights to explore: • The San Francisco Bay Area's unmatched influence in the startup world. • Beijing and Shanghai's rapid rise as major tech hubs. • London's leading role as Europe's premier startup destination. Discover what makes these cities the epicenters of innovation and how they're shaping the future of technology and business. https://lnkd.in/efbSD3rs #StartupEcosystem #VentureCapital #Innovation #GlobalTrends #BlueprintAnalytics