Financial Support for Startups: Applications Open! Are you developing an innovative urban mobility solution and looking for investment? This opportunity could be the next step in your startup's growth journey. The Transport Innovation Association, representing EIT Urban Mobility in Lithuania, invites Lithuanian startups to apply for the Financial Support to Startups Open Call. The programme supports pre-seed, seed and Series A startups developing innovative solutions that address Europe's most pressing urban mobility challenges. What is offered? • 💶 Up to €2.5 million in funding per startup • 🌍 Access to one of Europe's strongest urban mobility ecosystems, connecting cities, investors and industry partners • 🤝 Practical support for international market expansion • 🚀 Opportunity to become part of the EIT Urban Mobility investment portfolio Priority areas • Urban logistics • Mobility data and Artificial Intelligence • Public and shared mobility • Transport electrification and alternative fuels • Mobility and health solutions 📅 Next application deadline: 31 August 2026 Not sure whether your startup is a good fit? Send us your pitch deck or contact us at [email protected]. We will be happy to discuss the opportunity and help you assess your eligibility before applying. 👉 More information and application: https://www.eiturbanmobility.eu/call-for-proposals/financial-support-to-startups-open-call-3/

Techstars × EIT Urban Mobility Founder Catalyst: Accelerate your startup Are you building an innovative urban mobility solution? The Transport Innovation Association, representing EIT Urban Mobility in Lithuania, invites Lithuanian startups to apply for the Techstars × EIT Urban Mobility Founder Catalyst – a new programme developed in partnership with the global startup accelerator Techstars. The programme is designed for ambitious pre-seed startups developing solutions in sustainable urban mobility, including urban logistics, transport electrification, artificial intelligence, public and shared mobility, as well as mobility and health. What selected founders will receive • 🚀 10 weeks of hands-on workshops, mentorship and investor pitch coaching • 🌍 Access to the global Techstars network and the EIT Urban Mobility innovation ecosystem across Europe • 💶 An initial €10,000 SAFE investment, with the opportunity to receive up to €50,000 in additional funding by achieving post-programme milestones • 📈 A pathway to further EIT Urban Mobility investment opportunities 📅 Application deadline: 26 August 2026 If your startup is ready to accelerate its growth and expand internationally, don't miss this opportunity. Not sure whether your startup or idea is the right fit? Contact Asta Kazlauskienė at [email protected] to discuss your project and receive guidance before applying. 👉 More information and applications: https://www.eiturbanmobility.eu/what-we-offer/support-to-startups/accelerate-startup/

Building a startup in Eurasia? This is your moment. Batch 11 of the 500 Global Accelerator is now open, and spots go fast. If you've got early traction and a working MVP, this is the fastest way to go from "promising startup" to "funded and scaling." In just 12 weeks, you'll get: 💰 Up to $100K in investment 🧠 The Silicon Valley playbook - the same frameworks that built 500 Global's global portfolio, spanning unicorns like Canva, Preply, and Pipedrive 🤝 Hands-on mentorship from operators and investors who've done it before 🌍 A seat in 500 Global's international founder network - instant credibility, instant connections 500 Eurasia has backed founders across Armenia, Kazakhstan, Poland, Ukraine, and beyond, and Batch 11 is your chance to join them. ⏰ Final Deadline: August 9 - don't miss your chance to apply! 👉 be.500.co/4hPzZ51

Young Entrepreneurs Summer School 2026 Tallinn, Estonia Young Entrepreneurs Summer School (YESS) brings together ambitious young founders from across Europe for a week of hands-on entrepreneurship in Tallinn. Now in its sixth edition, the programme is hosted at Estonian Business School in partnership with Startup Wise Guys and the Estonian Olympic Committee. Participants spend the first days in practical workshops led by active founders and investors, alongside visits to Estonian companies. The week is built for people already building something, or about to start. THE HACKATHON — AND THE JURY The programme culminates in a two-day hackathon built around a challenge set by the Estonian Olympic Committee: how to attract private capital into sport and increase participation in physical activity. Teams present their solutions on the final day to a jury of investors, sports organisations and ecosystem partners. At the 2025 edition, one team received a €50,000 investment offer on the spot. The participation fee covers the full programme, accommodation in Tallinn Old Town, activities and most meals. Travel to Estonia is not included. A limited number of partial scholarships are available. More info and registration: https://yessestonia.com/ Deadline for Applications: 2026-08-10

The Chance Collective is a global solidarity network (supported by Google.org) where professionals help students from underserved backgrounds land their first job through insights, introductions, and referrals. AI matching sends you only relevant requests; helping takes 3 minutes, no recurring commitment. Proven in France: 20,000+ members, 50,000+ chances exchanged.

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The ATLAS NEXT Program helps ambitious startups, scaleups and innovative companies establish meaningful connections in the United States. Powered by the Transatlantic Innovation Hub, participants spend four intensive days inside New York's innovation ecosystem, meeting investors, customers, corporations, accelerators and institutional partners that can accelerate international growth. THE STAGE — AND THE PRIZE The centerpiece is the MeetUp Pitch Event at Civic Hall, organized with the NY Tech Alliance: the ten strongest companies from the cohort pitch in front of one of New York's largest communities of founders, investors and operators. The best pitch wins a fully funded place at ATLAS NEXT 2027 in Beijing, flights and accommodation included. Register here.

https://www.inovacijuagentura.lt/renginys/aukstuju-technologiju-verslo-misija-i-majami-jav/ LITHUANIA-US BUSINESS FORUM (SEPTEMBER 24) A high-level economic diplomacy and business cooperation event designed to strengthen bilateral economic and business relations between Lithuania and the United States. The forum will also feature networking and B2B meetings. The forum will bring together government officials, business leaders, investors, and innovation ecosystem participants from both countries. The forum will feature presentations by Lithuanian-origin companies operating in the US market, highlighting success stories, innovations, and contributions to the local economy, including job creation, R&D collaboration, and supply chain integration. The forum will also feature a discussion with US and local stakeholders on the benefits of Miami as a global business hub, including Miami’s role as a gateway to Central and Latin America and the Caribbean, the rapidly growing technology ecosystem, and opportunities for Lithuanian companies. VISITS TO US COMPANIES (SEPTEMBER ~23-25) Meetings and visits to local companies and organizations are planned. Selection criteria The company or organization operates in the fields of defense industry and dual-use technologies, cybersecurity and information technologies/AI, financial technologies (FinTech), life sciences, logistics, creative industries, venture capital; The company carries out economic activities in Lithuania, has income, employees and export experience; The company is reliable: financial stability, continuity of operations, transparency and reputation are assessed; The company is registered in the exporter database "B2Lithuania" developed by the Public Institution Innovation Agency Lithuania: https://b2lithuania.com/ Additional information The number of participants is limited. The organizers reserve the right to select delegation participants. Travel and accommodation expenses are not covered.

📣 Are you a fintech or impact startup ready to scale? Then take the chance to be part of the Mastercard Lighthouse Fall 2026 program! Mastercard Lighthouse is the number one startup and partnership platform in the Nordics & Baltics, enabling opportunities for partnership with Mastercard, top tier banks, partners, investors and advisors. Unlike typical accelerators, the Lighthouse platform is free & equity-free and entirely focused on creating partnerships between promising startups and large organizations. Apply to join one of the three-month programs: About Lighthouse MASSIV: https://mclighthouse.com/MASSIV/ Mastercard Lighthouse MASSIV: a partnership-focused program helping Nordic & Baltic impact tech companies achieve the UN SDGs by finding partnerships and scaling globally. Our goal is to help as many people as possible globally to live more prosperous and secure lives. If your company is scale- ready and you have an interest in using technology for sustainability or social impact, MASSIV is for you. About Lighthouse FINITIV: https://mclighthouse.com/FINITIV/ Mastercard Lighthouse FINITIV: a partnership program focused on finding the next fintech unicorn. Our goal is to strengthen the financial services ecosystem by pairing the energy and innovation of promising Nordic & Baltic fintechs with the stability and distribution at large banks and Mastercard. 💬 Join our Information webinar on August 4th, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM CET to learn more on what to expect and ask any questions! https://www.linkedin.com/events/7470098334234468352/ Deadline for applications: August 9.

Applications are now open for the Pan-European Pitching Selections Do you have an innovative healthtech solution ready to be showcased on a European stage? Applications for the HealthTech Investor Summit 2026 Pan-European Pitching Selections are now open. HealthTech Investor Summit is the platform that showcases Europe’s finest healthtech innovations. Back in BMCC in Bruges, we match innovators and investors. This is THE place where innovators can find funding and expert advice to grow their solutions into market ready products. Selected companies will pitch in front of investors, healthcare organizations, corporates and industry experts during #HIS2026 in Bruges. If you are a member and if you’re selected, you're eligible for a 15% discount on participation. The application process is simple: • Submit your application and pitch deck • Applications are reviewed by the juries • Selected companies will be invited to pitch at the Summit If you're ready to take the next step, now is the time to apply. Apply now! 📍 Bruges, Belgium 30 November – 2 December 2026 🔗 Homepage - HealthTech Investor Summit  HealthTech Investor Summit is organized by @Biovia and supported by @VLAIO

Your booth is your startup’s basecamp at Startup Village — a place to demo, meet, talk, pitch, and be found.

Included in the package:
2×2 m booth space in the Startup Village
Bar table, chairs, and electricity
3 team tickets
Access to investors, partners, and ecosystem guests
Access to the networking and matchmaking platform
Optional TV screen for stronger visual presence
Startup teams will be asked to submit their details and prepare booth visuals according to the provided guidelines.

Check out the packages HERE!