Where 46 ambitious startups pitch to investors, gain visibility and take their next step towards growth.

The finalists gain media exposure, investor introductions, exclusive networking and the chance to pitch on Scandinavia’s biggest stage in front of 10,000+ decision-makers.

Techarena 2027 (3-4 Feb.) Scandinavia’s flagship tech and business event. The event will bring together participants from over 120 countries to engage with the Swedish and the Nordic region's vibrant ecosystem.
Under the theme ‘Brave New World’, Techarena 2027 provides a unique platform for global leaders from business, politics, and academia to discuss and promote investments in innovation, sustainability, and economic growth. It is expected to host 12.000 attendees, including government officials, global executives, academic researchers, investors, founders, and representatives from premier innovative organisations.

Register HERE.

The AI Founder Sprint 2027 is a free, 10-week virtual program that helps early-stage founders use AI to build, test and scale their companies. Our pilot 2025 cohort helped 515 founders from 74 countries generate $40M+ in revenue and raise $91M+ in investments. Founders get research-backed frameworks, small expert-led study groups, masterclasses with investors and AI specialists, support from global mentors, and a Demo Day with partners and investors. Dates: January 27 – April 2, 2027, fully virtual Who: Early-stage founders anywhere in the world Cost: No fees, no equity Applications close: December 1, 2026 Apply here: https://venture-lab.ai/sprint2027

📢 GovTech Lab Ukraine is accepting applications from Ukrainian and international startups and technology companies for the second cohort of its open innovation programme! ⏩ Selected companies can receive up to $100,000 in pilot funding to implement and test digital solutions with Ukrainian public institutions over a three-month period. Apply by filling out this form by November 16, 2026: https://link.kyivgovtechcentre.org/govtechlabua-gtl-opencall-startups-2026 Сo-create and pilot solutions to four GovTech challenges: ▫️ Satellite data analysis for faster damage assessment and recovery; ▫️ Technology for equal and inclusive access to public services and information; ▫️ Digital tools for for safeguarding cultural heritage sites; ▫️ Secure AI for more efficient anti-corruption analysis. GovTech Lab Ukraine offers an opportunity to enter the Ukrainian market, access a highly digitalised public sector, and generate solutions relevant to governments worldwide—while contributing to Ukraine’s resilience and recovery.

Seize the opportunity in developing innovative AI-powered solution with potential for scalability. Vilnius City Municipality, in partnership with the municipalities of Tauragė, Šiauliai and Ignalina, has launched a joint design contest for AI-assisted civil protection and emergency telephone consultations. Startups and innovative tech developers are invited to submit their solution proposals. The challenge: improve access to critical civil protection information As part of the GovTech4All project “GovTech AI Sandbox”, the consortium of four local government administrations is seeking innovative proposals to improve access to critical civil protection information for residents – especially those who do not use mobile apps – so that they can receive clear, timely guidance by phone during emergencies. An opportunity to develop and test your solution • Prototype development and testing: an opportunity for innovative tech developers to develop a prototype with scalability potential and test it in a real-life environment across four institutions. • Prizes for the top three proposals: the three selected proposals will receive monetary prizes totalling €3 500,00. • A €66,500 service contract: following successful negotiations, the final winner will be awarded a service contract to develop and validate a solution prototype. Ready to take on the challenge? This is your chance to demonstrate how AI technologies can support civil emergency consultations for residents. Do you have a good idea, a capable team and relevant technology? View the presentation of the public challenge HERE.  Follow the registration link for more information and direct access to the procurement opportunity. REGISTER HERE  

Can your technology solve problems in both civilian and defence markets? 🚀 Baltic Sandbox invites founders, innovators, and early-stage startup teams to Kaunas to join a practical Dual Use Pre-Acceleration Program designed for teams developing technologies with applications across both civilian and defence sectors. Throughout the program, participants will explore how to identify and validate dual-use opportunities, understand market and customer needs, shape a viable business model, and navigate the path from technology development to commercialisation. The program will combine practical sessions, expert insights, mentorship, and opportunities to connect with people from the startup, technology, and defence ecosystems. Whether you are already building a dual-use solution or are exploring how your technology could address critical challenges in new markets, this program will help you better understand the opportunity and take the next steps. Register HERE.

Build it with AI. Validate it with customers. Turn it into a business. AI-powered development tools have dramatically lowered the barriers to building digital products. Today, almost anyone can create a website, application, SaaS platform, or working prototype without extensive programming experience. However, building an application is not the same as building a startup. The real challenge is identifying a problem worth solving, developing a product customers actually need, finding a viable business model, attracting users, and generating revenue. The proposed programme combines practical vibe coding and AI-assisted product development with startup fundamentals, customer validation, marketing, and sales. Participants will work on their own startup ideas throughout the programme, progressing from an initial concept to a functional MVP and a realistic go-to-market strategy. The programme builds on the attached Founder’s Handbook outline, retaining its core direction: AI development → product → business model → marketing → sales. It also incorporates the proposed hands-on workshops and mentor expertise, while adding customer validation, MVP testing, and launch readiness as essential steps. Entry requirements: No advanced programming knowledge is necessary. Participants should have a startup idea, a problem they want to solve, or a strong motivation to identify one. Basic digital literacy and willingness to experiment with AI tools are expected. Register HERE.

The Research Council of Lithuania invites applications for the R&D training programme “How to Commercialise Your Technology?”, designed for young and early-stage life sciences and biotechnology companies that have already started commercialising their research results or are ready to begin the process.

The training will be led by Ashley Kalinauskas (USA), founder and CEO of Torigen Pharmaceuticals. She successfully developed a research outcome from the University of Notre Dame into a product used in veterinary clinics across the United States and has raised more than USD 20 million in private investment.

During two practical sessions, participants will learn how to assess the commercial potential of their technology, understand customer and market needs, evaluate technological, clinical, regulatory and commercial risks, plan their market entry strategy, and prepare an investor pitch. By the end of the programme, each team will develop a 3–6-month action plan.

When?
📅 November 3 | 3:00–6:00 PM
📅 November 17 | 3:00–6:00 PM

The training sessions will take place online via Microsoft Teams. Each session will also be followed by a 30-minute individual consultation with a biotechnology expert.

10 companies will be selected to participate, with up to two representatives per company. Participation costs of up to EUR 350 per company will be compensated under the de minimis aid.
Applicants must submit a 3–10-slide pitch deck as part of the registration process. Please send your presentation to [email protected].

👉 Learn more about the programme: https://lmt.lrv.lt/lt/naujienos/mtep-mokymai-kaip-komercializuoti-savo-technologija-cZm/

Ready to take your startup beyond Europe? Africa could be your next big market.

INFOBALT invites Lithuanian tech startups and innovative companies to join a funded business mission to Cape Town, South Africa, on 15-21/22 November 2026, including participation in Africa Tech Festival 2026 (17-19 November).

Bringing together over 13,000 technology leaders, investors, corporate decision-makers and government representatives, Africa Tech Festival is one of the continent's largest technology events.

What's in it for your startup?
• Explore new markets – discover business and expansion opportunities in South Africa and across the African continent.
• Meet potential customers and partners – connect with corporates, investors, technology companies and public-sector decision-makers.
• Expand your network – join an additional networking and B2B event planned as part of the official Africa Tech Festival programme.
• Discover industry opportunities – explore developments in AI, cybersecurity, fintech, telecommunications, data centres, digital transformation and the startup ecosystem.
• Benefit from financial support – participate at a significantly reduced cost.

Participation costs
Total mission package value: EUR 8,489 per company.Your contribution: EUR 3,450.
The package includes return flights to Cape Town, hotel accommodation for one company representative, an Africa Tech Festival pass, participation in the additional networking/B2B event, and organisational and promotional support.

Application deadline: 27 October 2026. With limited preparation time, interested companies are encouraged to express their interest as soon as possible: [email protected], +370 686 52097

Register HERE.

The Nordic Startup Challenge brings together selected startups from Northern Europe and connects them with Hamburg's business and innovation ecosystem. The programme will take place from 22 to 24 March 2027 and includes workshops, networking opportunities, company visits, pitch training and a public pitch event with corporates and investors.

We are currently looking for promising startups and scaleups from the fields of:
• FinTech
• RegTech
• InsurTech

Participating startups benefit from:
• Direct access to Hamburg's innovation ecosystem
• Exposure to corporates, investors and industry decision-makers
• International networking opportunities
• Insights into market entry and growth opportunities in Hamburg

Register HERE.