ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Riga is organizing an exclusive Baltic Startup Delegation to ViennaUP 2026 and invites up to 12 outstanding startups from the Baltic region to participate. The delegation will take place on May 18–19, 2026 in Vienna. Participation is free of charge, while travel and accommodation expenses are not included. ViennaUP is a citywide, international startup and innovation festival created by the startup community in Vienna. Events take place across the entire city and bring together founders, investors, talents, corporates and ecosystem players from around the world to network, learn, exchange ideas and discover the Viennese startup ecosystem. It is one of Europe's most decentralized and community driven startup festivals. As part of the delegation program, participants will receive access to Connect Day 2026, hosted by the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber, offering excellent opportunities to connect with international startups, investors, corporates and other ecosystem representatives. Delegation benefits include participation in exclusive networking formats with more than 100 international startups, individual support for entrance to relevant ViennaUP events, complimentary public transport tickets in Vienna, and several special discounts and added value opportunities. More information is available at: https://www.advantageaustria.org/lv/news/ViennaUp_2026.en.html Quick Facts: Event: ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Baltic Startup Delegation to ViennaUP 2026 Dates: May 18–19, 2026 Location: Vienna, Austria Application: [email protected] Deadline: March 17, 2026 Participation: free of charge Travel and accommodation: not included

Your space startup deserves a bigger orbit! 🛰️ Applications for the ESA BIC Lithuania (Business Incubation Centre) spring call are now open. Are you building a startup in space or space-enabled technologies? This is your opportunity to accelerate your idea with support from the European space ecosystem. What you’ll gain: 🟠Up to €50,000 funding (+ €10,000 top-up for startups based in Vilnius) 🟠Expert mentorship and technical support 🟠Access to ESA’s global network and partners 🟠Credibility to scale in space and beyond Have an idea worth exploring? Get in touch with us and start shaping your application. 🟠 Application deadline: April 20, 2026 🟠 Application process: https://esabic.lt/apply-now/

LevelUP Health & Life-Sciences Accelerator LevelUP Health & Life Sciences Accelerator is the first accelerator program dedicated to early-stage startups in the medical and life sciences fields in North-West Romania. If you are a founder or part of a team developing solutions in these areas, apply to the accelerator and take your ideas to the next level! Why apply:

• Personalized mentorship throughout the entire program
• Access to experts and consulting sessions based on your startup’s needs
• Regular progress evaluations and constructive feedback from industry specialists
• Access to a broad community of entrepreneurs, experts, and potential investors
• The opportunity to pitch in front of investors, private clinics, and industry experts
• Access to fast-track tickets for blended funding from the North-West Regional Fund, managed by Fortech Ventures
• Fast-track access to the final selection round for a Silicon Valley scholarship to Draper University’s
• Hero Training program. This opportunity includes a 5+ week residency in Silicon Valley, where you’ll accelerate your startup, pitch to Draper Funds, and meet Tim Draper during Demo Day.

The ideal candidate:

• Has an early-stage startup (1–5 years old)
• Develops an innovative solution (MVP) in health or life sciences
• Operates in Romania or Central and Eastern Europe
• Has an established company or will establish one by the end of the program
• Has a team with at least one member working part-time on the startup’s development
• Can attend at least three in-person meetings in North-West Romania (Bootcamp, Halfway Meet, and Demo Day)
• Is comfortable presenting in English

GET YOUR SPOT! Find more details on 👉🏼 here. For questions, email us at: [email protected]

INFOBALT invites Lithuanian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the high-technology sector to join the Lithuanian delegation at two major international technology exhibitions in Europe in 2026. These events provide an excellent opportunity to showcase Lithuanian innovation, build international partnerships, and expand into global markets. Participation is partially funded by the Republic of Lithuania, significantly reducing the costs for participating companies. 1. TechLink: Lithuania at Stockholm Tech Show 2026 (Sweden) Stockholm Tech Show is one of the leading technology events in Northern Europe, bringing together innovators, startups, investors, and industry leaders. Date: May 26–27, 2026, Stockholm, Sweden. Participating companies will receive: • A 5 sq. m space within the joint Lithuanian ecosystem stand, including stand setup services. • A flight ticket and a standard hotel room for one company representative, based on the best available offer from a travel agency. • Exhibition participant tickets, distributed among companies according to the allocation provided by the event organizers. • Communication, technical, and organizational support from INFOBALT to ensure smooth participation. • An opportunity to present your company at a Lithuanian networking event during the exhibition. Participation costs The total cost of participation per company is EUR 6,061, of which: • De minimis aid: EUR 2,861 • Company contribution: EUR 3,200. 2. TechLink: Lithuania at GITEX Europe 2026 (Germany) GITEX Europe is one of the fastest-growing global technology and innovation exhibitions, bringing together technology companies, investors, policymakers, and innovators from around the world. Date: June 30 – July 1, 2026, Messe Berlin, Berlin, Germany. Participating companies will receive: • An 8.5 sq. m space within the joint Lithuanian ecosystem stand. • Full stand services, including stand design, production, transportation, delivery to the venue, installation, maintenance, dismantling, and removal. • A flight ticket and a standard hotel room for one company representative, based on the best available offer from a travel agency. • Exhibition participant tickets, distributed among companies according to the allocation provided by the event organizers. • Communication, technical, and organizational support from INFOBALT. • Exclusive networking opportunities, including: an SME “Spotlight” presentation session during the exhibition, a personalized concierge-style matchmaking service, a B2B networking event at the Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania with invited guests. Participation costs The total cost of participation per company is EUR 13,741, of which: • De minimis aid: EUR 8,841 • Company contribution: EUR 4,900 REGISTER NOW! By joining the Lithuanian delegation, companies will gain the opportunity to: • Showcase their solutions on an international stage • Connect with potential partners, clients, and investors • Strengthen their international visibility and brand recognition • Become part of a strong Lithuanian tech ecosystem presence.

Are you a founder of a pioneering science-based start-up? Or do you know a groundbreaking venture transforming cutting-edge research into realworld impact? This is your opportunity to bring it to the global stage. Falling Walls Venture is an international pitch competition connecting founders to investors and corporates. We spotlight founders who have successfully turned science into business, tackling today’s most pressing challenges. We are looking for startups that: • are based on scientific research (e.g. biotech, data & AI, cleantech, new materials, engineering, healthcare, food & agriculture); • were founded after 1 Jan 2021 and are already incorporated; • already have a prototype / proof of concept. • Each start-up must be endorsed by a nominating institution. This can be a university, a research institution, or another type of organisation, like an accelerator or incubator Nominate startup now.  We invite you to share this opportunity within your professional and academic networks in Lithuania. Your support is instrumental in identifying and promoting groundbreaking science-based startups that drive innovation and create lasting impact.

Startup Lithuania invites Lithuanian startups to apply for the opportunity to represent Lithuania at Web Summit Vancouver 2026 Through this open call, up to six high-potential startups will be selected to attend one of North America’s leading tech conferences and engage directly with international investors, partners, and ecosystem leaders. What Selected Startups Will Receive

• Tickets to the main Web Summit Vancouver event
• Access to Lithuania’s dedicated Startup Ecosystem Masterclass on May 13 at 11:00 AM
• Exposure within Lithuania’s ecosystem presentation
• Support and networking opportunities through the Lithuanian community in Canada

A limited number of selected startups may also receive a speaking opportunity during Lithuania’s masterclass session. Who Should Apply We are looking for startups that:

• Demonstrate clear traction and strong execution (post-seed stage)
• Have a credible and specific strategy for entering or expanding in the North American market
• Are currently fundraising or preparing to fundraise with investors in North America
• Can confidently pitch and conduct investor conversations in English

IMPORTANT:  Travel, accommodation, and other related expenses must be covered by the participating startups. Startups may apply separately for travel cost reimbursement through Innovation Agency funding programmes (subject to eligibility and a separate application process). Please follow Innovation Agency’s and Startup Lithuania’s website and social media channels for updates on funding opportunities. 📧 Only selected startups will be contacted. 📆 Deadline extended: Applications are open until April 1, 2026 (12:00 PM, Lithuanian time). APPLY HERE. For questions, please contact: [email protected]

MWC Open Innovation Challenge 2026 is an international B2B matchmaking and open innovation initiative connecting corporates (challenge owners), startups, technology providers, and investors to co-create solutions for real business challenges. The programme is organised by ACCIÓ (Catalan Government – Ministry of Enterprise and Labour) in collaboration with the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN).

What participants get:
Participants can engage directly with corporate challenge owners through pre-arranged 1:1 B2B meetings focused on concrete innovation needs and potential pilots/partnerships.

Key highlight: Remote registration & online meetings with challenge owners
A major advantage is the option to register remotely via the online form and participate through online matchmaking meetings, even if you cannot travel to Barcelona.

Online participation enables you to:
• Register remotely and create your matchmaking profile
• Select relevant corporate challenges
• Schedule 1:1 online meetings with challenge owners
• Pitch your solution and explore collaboration opportunities without being onsite

Scouting focus: Nordics & Baltics (Open Innovation Challenges)
This call includes active scouting in the Nordics & Baltics for solutions aligned with open innovation needs from the following challenge owners:
• Desigual
• Fractus
• RACC
• Eria
• Worldline
This scouting is directly linked to the MWC / 4YFN Open Innovation Challenges and aims to connect regional innovators with real corporate demand.

Direct contact option
If you already have a solution that matches the needs of any of the challenge owners listed above, you are welcome to reach out directly via email so I can help assess fit and guide you towards the most relevant meetings and matchmaking route.

Dates & format
• March 2–5, 2026: Physical meetings only (onsite) at the 4YFN venue in Barcelona
• March 9–13, 2026: Online meetings on separate dedicated matchmaking days (remote participation available)

Location
Barcelona (4YFN / MWC week) + Online matchmaking (remote). 

REGISTER HERE.

New York Tech Week, presented by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), is a decentralized city-wide series of events taking place across New York City in early June. In 2026, Tech Week New York runs June 1 to June 7, and the European Pitch event is planned for June 4, 2026. Lithuania will have one on-stage pitch slot. We will select two teams: a primary startup to pitch and a reserve startup as a backup option. Startups not pitching on stage can still participate in the networking program around the event. An additional Lithuania startups and investors gathering is planned for June 5, 2026 at the Consulate General of the Republic of Lithuania in New York. The goal is to support the international growth of Lithuanian startups by enabling targeted connections with United States investors and potential partners, and by increasing Lithuania’s visibility in the New York startup ecosystem during New York Tech Week. Who should apply We are looking for startups that: • demonstrate clear traction and strong execution (post-seed stage) • have a credible, specific use case for the United States market • are fundraising or preparing to fundraise with United States investors • can pitch and hold investor conversations confidently in English Selected teams will receive support with pitch preparation and coordination of targeted investor and partner outreach ahead of arrival in New York and on location. Important: Participation in the event and the Lithuania gathering on June 5, 2026 is free of charge and covered by the organisers. Travel, accommodation, and other related expenses must be covered by the startups themselves. However, startups may apply separately for travel cost reimbursement through Innovation Agency funding programmes (subject to eligibility and a separate application process). Please follow Innovation Agency's and Startup Lithuania’s website and social media for updates on funding opportunities. For questions, contact [email protected] APPLY HERE

Built in Taiwan. Scale worldwide. IC Taiwan Grand Challenge
Taiwan’s flagship innovation competition, IC Taiwan Grand Challenge (ICTGC), is building global momentum and inviting groundbreaking startups, research teams, and international founders to apply for Batch 4 of the competition. The competition turns global innovators to Taiwan to prototype, scale, and commercialize next-generation semiconductor and AI technologies.

⏳Time is running out! ICTGC Batch 4 applications close on February 28, 2026.
Start your application today! Save your progress and submit before Feb 28th: https://ictaiwanchallenge.org/

Why apply to the IC Taiwan Grand Challenge?
• USD 30,000 cash prize
• Mentorship, manufacturing access, and corporate partnerships
• Opportunity to showcase at COMPUTEX & InnoVEX 2026 in Taipei
Startups, research teams, and innovators in AI, chips, and deep tech are invited to apply.

Who can apply?
Startups (under 8 years), researchers, and innovators in:
🔹 AI Core technologies & Chips, including applications in AI chip design, Hardware acceleration, and Cybersecurity, etc.
🔹 Smart Mobility, including applications in Communications/Satellite and Electric Vehicles, etc.
🔹 Smart Manufacturing, including applications in IC Process, Robotics, and Intelligent Manufacturing, etc.
🔹 Smart Medtech, including applications in Biometrics, Smart Monitoring, and e-Health, etc.
🔹 Sustainability, including applications in Sustainable Manufacturing, Energy Saving Innovation, and New Energy, etc.

APPLICATIONS AND MORE INFO HERE: https://ictaiwanchallenge.org/