The world of startups is always on the move, with new technologies launching every day and more opportunities to build a startup than ever before. In this digest, we are to bring the most exciting news from the tech world that happened in the first month of spring. Let’s dive in to stay inspired!
Labs among supporters of new acceleration for Defence Tech startups
Time to apply until the end of the month to the Defence Builder Accelerator, a 4-month practical program for Ukrainian defence developers. It provides full-cycle mentorship and focuses on creating technological solutions for use in a service. Click here to know more.
$24.5 mln in grants to Ukrainian startups
Three large grant programs for Ukrainian startups now open. Deep dive into the main criteria of Seeds of Bravery, new grant program from Ukrainian Startup Fund and WNISEF, as well as Google for Startups – check all the details in Forbes. Click here to read.
Female founders take on new roles in times of war
Veronika Korzh, CEO and co-founder of GeekPay, and Anastasia Smyk, CEO and co-founder of INPUT SOFT, told Reuters how the war has changed roles in startup management. Read the stories of brave women leading startups here.
Building new partnerships between the UK and Ukraine
Ukraine and the United Kingdom have officially launched the UK-Ukraine TechBridge, which will contribute to the development of the Ukrainian IT sector. The new 15M fund will operate on the basis of the 1991 accelerator. Follow the link to read more.
IT Arena launches call for Startup Competition 2024
$60,000 total prize fund for Ukrainian startups at the IT Arena’s Startup Competition 2024. Ukraine’s largest English-language tech event will take place from September 27th to 29th in Lviv. Read how to apply here.
Ukraine is going towards the leading country in Defence Tech
For 2024, UAH 1.5 billion has been budgeted for grants from military Tech cluster Brave1. Average spend of EU member states on defense by 2028 is forecasted to reach 1.8% of GDP. NATO countries are adjusting their strategies for solutions in service for future safety. Click here to read our Investment Director’s take on the evolving Defence Tech landscape.
Ukrainian Legal Nodes joins Google for Startups Accelerator: Women Founders program
47 women-led startups from North America that have graduated from the program have raised $93.22 million in follow-on funding. Legal Nodes is among 13 companies in the first cohort for Europe and Israel. More details about the program here.
April is usually the start of a new business season, with many opportunities to catch. Follow the trends, create your own ideas, and get inspired by startup stories to find new ways to succeed.
