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🌌 Opening new horizons for women-led deeptech, together with EmpoWomen Programme EmpoWomen concentrates on accelerating inclusive innovation in in #EemergingEUcountries It helps women entrepreneurs bring their deeptech ideas to the European market. The project focuses on: ✔️ Funding and business support, up to €45k ✔️ Dedicated mentoring through 6-month acceleration track, including training and vouchers for services ✔️ Expanding visibility across Europe Impact and scale: ✅ The programme has a total budget of €1,125,000 and supports 25 selected women-led deeptech startups. ✅ First cohort startups report securing major funding (up to €3.2M seed round) , reaching commercial readiness, gaining widespread recognition across Europe 👉 Explore the programme: https://empowomen.eu/

Did you hear about Alaan's big win? They just raised $48M in Series A funding for their innovative AI solutions. This isn't just impressive numbers. It’s a treasure trove of lessons for all of us. From navigating regulatory hurdles to harnessing AI, Alaan's journey is full of insights. Want to avoid common mistakes and discover what worked for them? Dive into the full article in F/MS Startup News for Female Entrepreneurs in Europe. Your startup can learn from their road to success. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eeEPFTSq 🫡 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐧𝐨𝐰: https://femaleswitch.app 🔈🔈🔈 🫵 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬, 𝐡𝐢𝐭 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖

A day of inspiration and innovation at ZenicHub 🌿 Our first event, proud to support INTkatorn x ChimpVine in hosting The Entrepreneur Mini-Case with AI Agent, where ideas turned into action. Key Takeaways: - Be specific: Set clear, measurable goals. - Integrate tools: Connect APIs, databases, and browsers. - Enable reasoning: Show step-by-step logic for reliability. - Validate outputs: Use human or AI review to prevent errors. We’re open to partnerships and can sponsor venues for small events. Interested? Share your event details, and let’s collaborate! Contact us: https://lin.ee/JjDr9Zs Check out our services: https://zenichub.com/en INTkathon Official ChimpVine #Zenichub #BangkokCoworking #AIWorkshop #Startups #Entrepreneur #CoworkingBangkok #SharedOfficeBangkok

Within the DT Launch Pad programme, Deep Spark and Deep Catalyst represent two separate paths of support for Deep Tech entrepreneurs. Deep Spark is the entry point – this track is designed to ignite ideas, introduce key concepts of commercialisation and entrepreneurship, and help participants begin assessing the potential of their research-based innovations. It provides the foundational knowledge and skills needed to start the journey from lab to market. Deep Catalyst offers tailored coaching and more intensive support to deep tech teams. It focuses on refining strategies, addressing specific challenges and preparing participants to take the crucial next steps in scaling their technologies and engaging with investors, partners and markets. Deep Spark and Deep Catalyst paths will run side-by-side equipping Deep Tech innovators with both the knowledge and the practical guidance required to turn breakthrough ideas into real-world impact. Follow us to stay up to date with the latest news! Visit https://lnkd.in/dkpRrRpH to learn more! 🔹Munster Technological University 🔹 Institut Mines-Télécom Business School 🔹Delft University of Technology 🔹 University of Ljubljana 🔹 Ege University 🔹 accent Inkubator GmbH 🔹 University Industry Innovation Network (UIIN) 🔹 Crazy Town Oy 🔹 Momentum Educate + Innovate #DeepTech #Startup #Innovation #FutureTech #EuropeanDeepTechCommunity #Entrepreneur

🚀 From Celebration to Realization: A Startup Story A few weeks ago, our team at Freekey AI got the news every founder dreams of — “You’ve been selected for the incubation program!” We were told that if selected, we’d receive a ₹30 lakh non-equity grant — no strings attached, just pure support to help Indian startups grow. There were multiple rounds, each one feeling like an exam. Every time an email came, we whispered a prayer — “Bas iss baar clear ho jaye.” 🙏 And finally… we did. Out of 3,400 startups, Freekey AI got selected. That moment — we felt proud, validated, and deeply thankful. We shared the news with our colleagues, our families, our mentors — it was one of those “we’re doing something right” moments. But then came the agreement. Hidden in the fine print was a clause: 👉 “Startups shall give 2.5% equity to participate.” No mention of the promised grant. No confirmed funding. Just “access to network, space, and potential funding opportunities.” Now — 2.5% is not the issue. Every startup founder knows the value of partnership and collaboration. The issue was transparency. How can we build trust if the very foundation of support starts with an unexpected demand — before we even receive value in return? All the excitement faded in a moment. We decided to say no. Not because we didn’t value their network, but because we value our integrity — and what’s fair. Sometimes, the toughest “No” is the one that saves your “Yes” for something bigger. Government-backed programs often claim to support startups. But true support isn’t about taking equity — it’s about believing in founders, trusting their vision, and helping them grow without hidden conditions. We’ll keep building Freekey AI, brick by brick, with the same honesty, purpose, and faith that got us this far. Because every founder deserves fair support, not fine print surprises. 💬 I’d love to hear from other founders — Have you faced something similar? Do you think this is the right way to “support” Indian startups? Amit Mittal Freekey AI #StartupIndia #Entrepreneurship #FreekeyAI #FounderJourney #Transparency #StartupEcosystem #Innovation #AtalInnovationMission

🔴5 Years of Building DeepTech in Africa with Science-preneurs At BRAIN, it’s never just about acceleration, it’s about walking the journey with founders building science-based solutions solving fundamental challenges for Africa and the world and supported by strong partners who share the passion for African Deeptech potential. Over the past 5 years, we’ve supported 40+ DeepTech startups across 12 countries, turning research into real impactful companies. Along the way, we’ve learned, iterated, and refined our approach to better serve our entrepreneurs, building a supportive ecosystem around them with the trust of committed partners that helped to accelerate their market and investment readiness. 🔴The BRAIN Journey in Numbers: 🔷 +40 DeepTech startups supported and 25 accelerated  🔷 17 among the 25 accelerated startups secured funding post-program. 🔷 50% in HealthTech | 40% in ClimateTech | 10% in Frontier Sectors 🔷 17 female-led startups Among the 17 accelerated:  🔷$7M+ total raised collectively 🔷$4M+ total revenue generated collectively 🔷 3+ startups raised individually over $1M USD. 🔷80+ Clients & partnerships deals signed collectively 🔷8+ startups expanded beyond their local markets. 🔷20+ international awards won collectively. And the journey continues. Applications are now open for the next BRAIN cohort, built on 5 years of continuous learning for the scientists, engineers, and builders shaping Africa’s DeepTech future in health and climate sectors. 🌍 Be part of this story. Apply before the 7th of November 👉https://lnkd.in/eBM7NUzd 📌 Disclaimer: Startups selected as finalists will be asked to allocate a symbolic 1% equity to Open Startup (OST) to support the long-term sustainability and growth of the program across Africa. 🌍 Made possible by Open Startup's organizational partners: AfricaGrow, AfricInvest Group, and Dutch Good Growth Fund (DGGF), Bpifrance, and The Dot. And program partners: Stellenbosch University, CERI - Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation, in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, Steve Madden, MIT-Africa, MIT Executive MBA Program, and our local partner: LaunchLab.

With over 10,000 AI startups out there, we're witnessing an entrepreneurial explosion that’s both fascinating and daunting. But what does it really take to build a successful AI startup in this crowded landscape? A recent piece from Wired sheds light on the journeys of various founders, revealing that many are embracing a mix of audacity and vulnerability. They are not just looking to innovate; they are willing to go big, think differently, and sometimes even lean into the notion of “probable doom.” This mindset might seem counterintuitive, but it reflects a growing acceptance that failure is part of the journey in such a rapidly evolving tech space. What stands out to me is the emphasis on authenticity. Founders are starting to understand that the path to success is often riddled with uncertainty. By sharing their struggles and embracing unconventional ideas, they foster genuine connections with their audience and potential investors. In a world where tech moves at lightning speed, this approach may be key to building not just a company, but a resilient community. As we continue to navigate this AI-driven landscape, how can we better support each other in these entrepreneurial endeavors? What does ‘embracing failure’ look like in your own experiences? #AI #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Leadership 📰 Source: Wired 🔗 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gNwVwXnV

Swiss EP - Swiss Entrepreneurship Program is joining the Startup Revolution AI Summit in Skopje! From November 27 to November 30, #founders, #investors, and #innovators from the region and beyond will gather to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the next phase of #entrepreneurship. The Summit will showcase success stories emerging from North Macedonia (such as Rumble, Native Teams and Heyreach). They will demonstrate how local startups can build globally relevant solutions. 🎯 Startup Revolution AI Summit 📍 Skopje, North Macedonia 🗓️ Nov 27 - Nov 30, 2025 🔗https://lnkd.in/1343nxdk Switzerland is committed to supporting sustainable economic development in North Macedonia, and the startup ecosystem is one pillar of this, as it drives innovation, creates jobs and strengthens the economy. #CHinMK

The ego is the brain’s defense mechanism. It protects your identity, but often at the cost of your growth. Founders who can quiet their ego access a higher cognitive state: clarity, learning, opportunity and adaptability. That’s where breakthroughs happen. #neuroentrepreneurship #startups #tech #techstartups #neuro #entrepreneurship #AI #culture #startupculture #brainalignment #humanbehavior #startupbrainframe #Neoteq