Expand to Germany: Join the B2B Startup Acceleration Program!

Looking to scale your international B2B startup into the German market? This two-part program is your gateway to Baden-Württemberg – one of Germany’s most innovative regions.

Program Structure:

🚀 Bootcamp (Online)
📅 July 16, 21, 24, 30, 2025 | ⏰ 2 hours/week | 💻 Zoom

🎯 Masterclass (On-Site in Germany)
📅 October 13–15, 2025 | 📍 Mannheim & Heidelberg

What to Expect:

• Expert-led workshops, 1-on-1 mentoring, and networking opportunities

• Key insights on:

  • Why Germany and why Baden-Württemberg?

  • Working with German B2B clients

  • Market strategy & positioning

  • Customer outreach & pitching techniques

  • Legal, tax, banking & insurance setup

  • Living and working in Mannheim/Heidelberg

  • Evaluating the region as your market entry point

• Corporate speed dating with potential business partners from the region

🔗 Register here: https://www.up2b.io/marketdiscovery

Take the next step toward successful internationalization – apply now!

Are you a fintech or impact tech startup ready to scale? Then take the chance to be part of the Mastercard Lighthouse Startup Fall 2025 program. Mastercard Lighthouse is the number one startup and partnership platform in the Nordics and Baltics, enabling opportunities for partnerships with top-tier banks ( Swedbank, SEB, DanskeBank, DNB, Resurs Bank, OP Financial Group, SpareBank1 Østlandet), partners, investors, and advisors. Application Deadline for both programs is ‼️ August 10th‼️ Apply here: 🚀 Mastercard Lighthouse #FINITIV: https://lnkd.in/dQqTbAVQ 🌍 Mastercard Lighthouse #MASSIV: https://lnkd.in/ezv4q6Ck Mastercard Lighthouse MASSIV is a partnership program focused on the UN SDG's and dedicated to help as many people as possible live more prosperous and secure lives globally - by helping impact tech companies scale globally through partnerships with large organizations. Read more about the program here: https://mclighthouse.com/MASSIV/ Mastercard Lighthouse FINITIV is 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 fintechs with the stability and distribution at large banks. The fall program focuses on companies from Sweden, Finland, and the Baltics. Read more about the program here: https://mclighthouse.com/FINITIV/

#PitchContest #OpenCall
Are you an AI tech startup ready to go global? Join the AI+ Taipei Startup Pitch Contest to showcase your innovative ideas to top corporates and VCs in Taipei. Six winners will receive fully funded travel and accommodation, plus exclusive matchmaking and company visits in Taiwan.
🔥 RSVP: https://forms.gle/Kp7RtwxMqwtTcSKs5
🔥Contest Intro Deck: https://pse.is/7m9blg
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𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿?
✦ AI startups incorporated within 8 years, registered under foreign law.
✦ Teams with ≤1/3 Taiwanese members.
✦ Products/services in AI, digital tech, preferably with ESG or Smart City focus.
✦ Strong plan for Taipei market entry.
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𝘽𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙛𝙞𝙩𝙨:
✅ Round-trip flight and accommodation for one C-level representative.
✅ Business matchmaking with Taiwan’s top investors and partners.
✅ Connections with accelerators and registration consultants.
🔥Apply now to elevate your startup: https://forms.gle/Kp7RtwxMqwtTcSKs5
🔥Contest Intro Deck: https://pse.is/7m9blg

The Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Central Europe is a Programme that ranks 50 fast-growing technology companies, public or private, based on percentage revenue growth and includes all related industry sectors – communications, environmental technology, fintech, hardware, healthcare and life sciences, media and entertainment, software.

Here's What Awaits:

🔗 Connect Like Never Before: Engage with industry leaders and key market players through the Fast 50 networking platform, fostering valuable connections and collaborations.
🏆 Shine Bright in the Market: Boost your brand's credibility and get recognized by top-notch business partners, investors, and clients. Make waves in your industry!
📣 Get the Spotlight: Enjoy positive media coverage both locally and regionally. It's your time to shine and make headlines!

What are the categories?

Fast 50
The main Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Central Europe category ranks 50 fast growing technology companies, public or private, based on percentage revenue growth over four years.

Companies to Watch
This Technology Fast 50 Central Europe subcategory recognizes companies that are too young to be listed in Fast 50 but are growing rapidly.

Impact Stars
The Impact Stars is a special classification of entities which successfully link great products/services with a positive impact on one of the following areas: Fintech, Cyber, ESG, MedTech/BioTech, Defense.

AI Value Driver
CE Rocketship Innovations in GenAI
AI Value Driver is a special new recognition by Deloitte and Google Cloud that celebrates companies turning the promise of GenAI into scalable, real-world impact.

We look forward to seeing you among the top companies shaping the technology sector in Central Europe and wish you the best of luck in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 CE Programme! To learn more about the programme, visit our website.

Register here

Sustainable Water Tech Accelerator A six-month program designed for hands-on product development and backed by top-tier corporate and venture investors. Join the 2025 Sustainable Water Tech Cohort Led by mHUB and Current, this exciting new opportunity in water tech builds upon mHUB’s proven accelerator model and is anchored by the U.S. National Science Foundation-backed Great Lakes ReNEW. About the Program Over the course of the six-month accelerator program, startups in the cohort will benefit from: 💧Direct Investment from mHUB Ventures 💧 Tailored matchmaking with utilities and industrial corporations based on technology fit and industry needs. 💧 Sector expertise, testbeds, and technology validation opportunities through Great Lakes ReNEW. 💧 mHUB’s hands-on support and state-of-the-art prototyping labs to help scale and commercialize products. Applications now open! If you’re a water technology startup, apply by July 23, 2025 deadline to be considered for the cohort! Read more about the mHUB and Current collaboration here. Great Lakes ReNEW was made possible with funding provided by the National Science Foundation and Current Innovation, NFP. This accelerator was made possible through a strategic partnership between Current Innovation and mHUB. Register here. 

Startup Lithuania’s GameTech is the blended 3-month accelerated program where you will be able to empower your studio thanks to the expertise of GameBCN team and international industry professionals, as well as exclusive networking events and lectures. Selected teams in each edition will benefit from a program that will help them take their video game where it should be. The program is divided into two modules: production and business. At the beginning of the program, production milestones are agreed on with each team.

Don't miss your opportunity to be a part of this exciting program!

🗓️ Apply by June 30, 2025!
👉 Apply here: https://gametech.gamebcn.co/

🚀 Open Call: Join the ICT Accelerator and Fast-Track Your Innovation!

Are you an ambitious ICT startup ready to scale? The ICT Accelerator is now accepting applications! This program is designed to empower innovative startups with the tools, mentorship, and network needed to accelerate growth and make a lasting impact in the digital economy.

Why Join?
🔹 Tailored mentorship from top industry experts
🔹 Access to investors and funding opportunities
🔹 Hands-on workshops and business development support
🔹 Connections to leading ICT companies and innovation hubs

Who Can Apply?
💡 Early-stage and growth-stage ICT startups
📍 Based in Lithuania
🚀 Innovative solutions in AI, cybersecurity, software development, data analytics, blockchain, cloud computing, or emerging tech

How to Apply?
📅 Deadline: 2025 June 30
🔗 Apply now (LT): ESinvesticijos

Take your startup to the next level! Join the ICT Accelerator and unlock new opportunities for growth and collaboration.

🌟 Open Call: Mother and Child Startup Challenge – 3rd Edition

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking innovative startups and teams at a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) above 4, focusing on solutions that enhance healthcare for women and children. Your project should offer tangible value to hospital environments and demonstrate potential for implementation. Full certification is not mandatory; what matters is the real-world impact and feasibility.

Areas of Interest:

• Hospital Administration and Management Automation: Streamlining hospital operations and administrative tasks.

• Analytics and Decision Support: Tools that aid in data analysis and support informed decision-making.

• Medical Innovations: Novel approaches in diagnostics, treatment, and patient care.

• Digital Patient Services and Cybersecurity: Enhancing patient interactions and ensuring data security.

What Do Participants Gain?

• Development Program: Access to mentoring, workshops, and expert consultations to refine your project.

• Demo Day Presentation: An opportunity to showcase your solution to decision-makers, hospital managers, investors, and media representatives.

• Recognition and Implementation Pathways: Increased visibility in the healthcare sector and potential avenues for real-world application.

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare for mothers and children. For more information and to apply 👉🏼 here

Andorra Business, with the support of the Global Sports Innovation Center powered by Microsoft (GSIC) and SPSG Consulting, has launched a new edition of the Andorra Sports Scale-Up Program, a 3-month business growth program aimed at startups offering solutions for mountain and winter sports, which we hope will be of interest to you and of your startups.
The goals and benefits of the program are as follows:
• Identify the most promising sport solutions that can help improve the sports industry, with potential for scalability and internationalization.
• The program will focus on Andorra’s sports ecosystem, which is naturally connected to outdoor sports.
• The three finalists will have the opportunity to access the three-month program and benefit from all its content, sessions, support network, and activities.
• Finalists will gain key industry knowledge from thought leaders: Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Internationalization in the sports industry, Andorra's Ecosystem, Marketing and Sales, Business Model, Strategy, Finance, among others.

Register here

🚀 Applications Now Open for Startup Fair 2025 Pitch Battle!

Welcome to Startup Fair 2025 Pitch Battle — your gateway to visibility, funding opportunities, and meaningful connections in one of the Baltic region’s top startup events!

Whether you're launching a deep tech solution, building in AI, climate, fintech, or anything bold and innovative — this is your moment to shine.

📅 Key Dates

• Application Deadline: September 4, 2025
• Selected Startups Announced: Mid-September
• Pitch Battle Event: October 9, 2025 at Startup Fair 2025

🎯 Why Apply?

Each year, Startup Fair attracts top-tier investors, accelerators, and ecosystem players looking for the next big thing. Being selected means more than just pitching — it’s a launchpad to:

• Get noticed by international investors
• Build meaningful partnerships
• Gain media exposure
• Join a vibrant, fast-growing startup community

Around 40 startups will be selected by our expert jury to pitch live on stage in front of investors and a global audience. All applicants will be informed of the results in September.

📝 How to Apply

👉 Apply via Dealum

If you already have a profile on Dealum, applying will take just a few clicks.
New to the platform? You’ll be guided through adding basic info about your business — and your profile will be saved for future applications.

📌 Note: All submitted information will be used during the selection process and stored as part of Startup Lithuania’s activities. It may also be shared with trusted partners and investors to help promote and support participating startups.

👉 More details about the Pitch Battle