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🌍 Europe’s Tech Investment Rebounds • A recent report from Sifted highlights a 10% rise in European tech investment in Q4 2024 compared to earlier in the year. • Key sectors driving growth include climate tech, fintech, and AI startups. • The resurgence is largely attributed to renewed VC interest in long-term sustainability and innovative solutions. • London, Stockholm, and Berlin remain the top tech hubs, leading the charge in innovation. #TechTrends #EuropeanStartups #VCInvestment #InnovationEcosystem #Sustainability

🚀Investors, are you ready to tap into Europe's thriving GovTech market? The #GovTechConnect programme has been shaping the future of public service innovation by supporting startups from Pre-seed to Series A. These companies are ready to collaborate with European governments to solve real-world challenges in key areas like Sustainability, Smart Cities, Civic Engagement, Accessibility, and Transparency. Here’s what you can expect at the GovTech Connect Assembly on 28 November: 📊 Key insights from our research into the European GovTech market, offering insights into its growth potential 💡 Pitching sessions where you’ll meet some of the most promising Govtech startups 🤝 Exciting networking opportunities with startup founders, policymakers, and fellow investors Join us to explore new investment opportunities and connect with emerging leaders in GovTech! 🗓️ Register your interest now and be part of shaping the future of GovTech! 👉https://lnkd.in/dmRxe2yD #GovTech #Startups #Investment #Innovation #PublicSector #GovTechConnectAssembly #GovTechConnect delivered by Intellera Consulting, PUBLIC, The Lisbon Council & Politecnico di Milano, with the support of the European Commission

📡 How are new technologies impacting the telecom industry? Discover key trends and innovations driving the future of telecommunications in our new video: 🌟 Insights into the latest advancements in telecom technology 🔍 An understanding of how these trends will shape the industry 🚀 Telecom startups & scaleups developing new solutions Stay informed and ahead of the curve in the rapidly changing telecom sector. Watch the full video and share your thoughts in the comments! 🚀📶 https://bit.ly/3RAzs9i #TelecomTrends #Innovation #TechTrends #FutureOfTelecom #TelecomTech

Do you know what you can do this weekend? Apply to join the Huawei program at STATION F! This program equips early-stage companies with cutting-edge tech and expertise to tackle #environmental challenges. It’s open to #startups developing software for the industrial, retail, or new #energy vehicle sectors. Startups will benefit from: 💶 $150K in cloud credits and Huawei’s cloud infrastructure. 🌟 Access to top Huawei experts and ecosystem resources designed to minimize environmental impact while fostering economic growth. 🚀 STATION F’s dynamic environment, collaboration with tech startups, and a community of 500+ investment funds. 🔥 Full access to STATION F’s resources: Flatmates coliving, 600+ events a year, workshops, office hours, and visits from Tier-1 VCs, corporates, and governments. And that’s just the beginning! Applications are NOW OPEN (deadline: October 31st). What are you waiting for?

Are you aware that the UK is revolutionizing the digital business landscape and emerging as a global tech hub? 🚀💻 From cutting-edge tech firms to innovative startups, the UK's business ecosystem is a breeding ground for digital disruption and technological breakthroughs. 1. Tech-Savvy Talent Pool: With world-renowned tech schools and a digitally literate workforce, the UK offers unparalleled access to skilled professionals driving the digital revolution. 🌐💡 2. Digital Business Incentives: The UK government provides a range of incentives, from funding opportunities to tax breaks, to support businesses in the tech and digital sectors. 💰🔗 3. Strategic Tech Hub: Located at the intersection of innovation and investment, the UK serves as a pivotal global center for digital business development and strategic partnerships. 🌍🤝 Whether you're aiming to launch a tech startup, expand your digital enterprise, or push the boundaries of innovation, the UK offers a fertile ground for realizing your digital aspirations. Let's explore how we can leverage these digital opportunities together! 💻📈 #TechUK #DigitalInnovation #TechStartups #FundingOpportunities

NCoE: Bridging the Gap Between Established Businesses and Innovative Startups In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, established organizations need to embrace innovation to maintain a competitive edge. Strategic partnerships with startups offer a powerful solution. NCoE acts as a facilitator, fostering connections between these two entities and ensuring the solutions align perfectly with specific business needs. Large organizations often face unique challenges when it comes to finding and integrating with the right startup partners. NCoE bridges this gap by: * Understanding Requirements and technological aspirations * Curated Matching between startups and corporates * Streamlined Communication between the two Contact us now and unlock the potential for impactful collaborations. Data Security Council of India | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology #CybersecurityAdvantage #Collaboration #NCoE

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩𝐬 𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐓 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐃𝐂𝐈𝐒 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐝𝐰𝐚𝐲 Startups benefiting from the Digital Communication Innovation Square (DCIS) scheme have urged the government not to stop it midway. The Department of Telecommunications is considering closing down the scheme which supports research, development, product design, and intellectual property (IP) creation in the telecom sector. #development #government #telecom #startups #solutions

I am enjoying meeting new clients in the Investor Lounge. Do reach out if you want to meet. A big thank you to Russ Shaw CBE, Tech London Advocates & Global Tech Advocates and the London Tech Week for organising another great event. Be Safe. Pay it Forward Shakeeb #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #funding #startup #scaleups #grants #innovation #internationalisation #business #businessgrowth #businessgrowthstrategy #investmentopportunity #investmentstrategy #investments #biotech #lifesciences #healthresearch

🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that the EIC ACCESS+ initiative, which INNOVA has been running since August 2024, has launched its highly anticipated Open Call! 🌟 Together with our partners—Aster Fab, EUROQUITY - WE, Booster Labs, Spherik Accelerator, and EBN - European Business & Innovation Centre Network— we’re empowering deep-tech startups and SMEs across Europe with up to €60,000 in funding to access essential growth services. Whether you need R&D support, business acceleration, coaching, internationalization, or fundraising assistance, this program covers up to 50% of your service costs (VAT excluded). Ready to scale up? Applications open on 1 November 2024, and funding is limited, so apply fast! Link: https://lnkd.in/e2Vam45G  OR  https://lnkd.in/dpqFuru4 #INNOVA #EICAccessPlus #DeepTech #Innovation #FundingOpportunity #EIC #StartupSupport #Europe

The results are in: explosive growth in 2024 means European tech is on track for one of its best years yet and the UK has come out on top according to new Dealroom.co data. European tech's relentless pursuit of innovation means that: 💰VC investment came in at £7.4bn so far this year, up 16% from 2023 📈1,450 startups have raised at least £1.5M or more across Europe already this year 💡Late stage had one of its strongest quarters, thanks to mega rounds for fintech, energy and AI companies 🐎 As our co-COO Catherine Lenson told City AM: “As late stage funding returns to Europe and in particular to New Palo Alto, the supercluster of innovation ecosystems, we’re seeing a surge of thoroughbred companies – boasting strong revenues and incredible potential.” https://lnkd.in/d9KEqYUG