
STARTUP EVENTS
WORLDWIDE
Our experts are continuously curating a selection of the most impactful startup events from around the world—designed to fuel innovation, spark connections, and supercharge your entrepreneurial journey.
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GoWest
JAN 28-30, 2025
GOTHENBURG, SWEDENGoWest is a premier startup and innovation event held annually in Gothenburg, Sweden, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and visionaries to ignite collaboration and accelerate growth in the Nordic startup ecosystem.
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TECHCHILL
FEB 5-7, 2025
RIGA, LATVIATechChill is a premier startup and tech event held annually in Riga, Latvia, bringing together founders, investors, and innovators to accelerate growth, foster collaboration, and spotlight the Baltic startup ecosystem.
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Iceland Innovation Week
MAY 12-16, 2025
REYKJAVÍK, ICELANDIceland Innovation Week is a premier event celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship, held annually in Reykjavík, Iceland. It brings together startups, investors, and industry pioneers to explore bold ideas, foster collaboration, and drive progress in one of the world’s most dynamic and creative ecosystems.
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SMIL
MAY 22, 2025
AARHUS, DENMARKStartup Aarhus' "SMIL" is a dynamic event celebrating innovation and collaboration in Aarhus' startup community. Featuring keynotes, workshops, and networking, it’s a hub for ideas, connections, and entrepreneurial growth.
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SLUSH
NOV 19-20, 2025
HELSINKI, FINLANDSlush is one of the world’s leading startup and tech events, held annually in Helsinki, Finland, connecting startups, investors, and industry leaders to drive innovation and growth.
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TECHBBQ
AUG 27-28, 2025
COPENHAGEN, DENMARKTechBBQ is one of Scandinavia’s largest startup and innovation summits, held annually in Copenhagen, Denmark, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to foster collaboration and growth.
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LATITUDE59
MAY 21-23, 2025
TALLINN, ESTONIALatitude59 is a premier startup and tech conference held annually in Tallinn, Estonia, bringing together founders, investors, and innovators to fuel bold ideas, foster connections, and shape the future of entrepreneurship.
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OSLO INNOVATION WEEK
OCT 20-24, 2025
OSLO, NORWAYOslo Innovation Week is a premier gathering for innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors, held annually in Oslo, Norway, focusing on sustainable solutions and collaboration to tackle global challenges and drive impactful change.
CENTRAL EUROPE
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SKINNOVATION
MARCH 26-28, 2025
INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIASkinnovation is Europe’s first startup festival on skis, held annually in the Austrian Alps. It brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators for networking and workshops, all while skiing between stunning alpine venues, fostering creativity and collaboration in a truly unique environment.
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VIENNAUP
MAY 8-16, 2025
VIENNA, AUSTRIAViennaUP is a global startup and innovation festival held annually in Vienna, Austria, bringing together startups, investors, and creative minds to foster collaboration, entrepreneurship, and groundbreaking ideas.
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PODIM CONFERENCE
MAY 12-14, 2025
MARIBOR, SLOVENIAPODIM Conference is a premier startup and tech event held annually in Maribor, Slovenia, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to foster innovation, collaboration, and business growth across Central and Eastern Europe.
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INFOSHARE CONFERENCE
MAY 27-28, 2025
GDAŃSK, POLANDInfoshare Conference is one of Europe’s largest technology and startup events, held annually in Gdańsk, Poland, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors to foster growth, share knowledge, and shape the future of tech.
SOUTH EUROPE
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WEB SUMMIT
TBA, 2025
LISBON, PORTUGALWeb Summit is one of the world’s largest technology conferences, held annually in Lisbon, Portugal, bringing together startups, investors, and global leaders to shape the future of tech and entrepreneurship.
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TECH ISTANBUL DEMO DAY
FEB 11, 2025
ISTANBUL, TURKIYEThe Tech Istanbul Demo Day will be a high-participation event where startups that participated in their programs will take the stage, and the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM) managers, investors, corporate firms and the entrepreneurship ecosystem will participate.
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SOUTH SUMMIT MADRID
JUNE 4-6, 2025
MADRID, SPAINSouth Summit Madrid is one of the world’s premier startup and innovation events, held annually in Madrid, Spain, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to foster growth, collaboration, and transformative ideas.
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EU STARTUPS SUMMIT
APRIL 24-25, 2025
VALLETTA, MALTAAt this exclusive in-person event EU Startups will be showcasing many of Europe’s hottest startups and coming together to learn from some of the most successful European entrepreneurs of our time.
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4YFN
MARCH 3-6, 2025
BARCELONA, SPAIN4YFN is a premier startup and innovation platform, held annually in Barcelona, Spain, as part of MWC, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to shape the future of technology and entrepreneurship.
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Startup Olé
OCT 17-18, 2025
SALAMANCA, SPAINStartup Olé is a premier startup and tech event held annually in Salamanca, Spain, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to foster innovation, collaboration, and business growth.
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WE Make Future (WMF)
JUNE 4-6, 2025
BOLOGNA, ITALYWe Make Future (WMF) is a premier international festival of innovation and technology, held annually in Rimini, Italy, bringing together startups, investors, and visionaries to shape the future of business, sustainability, and digital transformation.
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Hello Tomorrow Global Summit
MARCH 13-14, 2025
PARIS, FRANCEHello Tomorrow Global Summit is a premier deep-tech event held annually in Paris, France, bringing together startups, investors, and industry pioneers to accelerate breakthrough technologies and shape the future of innovation.
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VIVATECH
JUNE 11-14, 2025
PARIS, FRANCEVivaTech is Europe’s premier startup and tech event, held annually in Paris, France, bringing together startups, investors, and global leaders to accelerate innovation and shape the future of technology.
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DOERS SUMMIT
FEB 12-13, 2025
ATHENS, GREECEThe Doers Summit is a premier global gathering for entrepreneurs and changemakers, hosted annually in Athens, Greece. Bringing together startups, investors, and visionaries, the event fosters collaboration and sparks bold ideas, shaping the future of innovation and entrepreneurship.
WESTERN EUROPE
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Bits & Pretzels Founders Festival
SEPT 29-OCT 1, 2025
MUNICH, GERMANYBits & Pretzels Founders Festival is Europe’s leading startup event, held annually in Munich, Germany, bringing together founders, investors, and industry pioneers to inspire innovation, foster connections, and shape the future of entrepreneurship.
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Tech Open Air (TOA)
TBA, 2025
BERLIN, GERMANYTech Open Air (TOA) is a premier interdisciplinary technology festival held annually in Berlin, Germany, bringing together startups, investors, and thought leaders to explore the future of technology, creativity, and business through collaboration and knowledge exchange.
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London Tech Week
JUNE 9-13, 2025
LONDON, UKLondon Tech Week is a premier global event held annually in London, UK, bringing together startups, investors, and tech leaders to explore cutting-edge innovations, foster collaboration, and shape the future of technology.
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TNW Conference (THE NEXT WEB)
JUNE 9-13, 2025
LONDON, UKTNW Conference is a premier tech festival held annually in Amsterdam, Netherlands, bringing together startups, investors, and industry pioneers to explore the future of technology and fuel global innovation.
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SIFTED SUMMIT
OCT 8-9, 2025
LONDON, UKSifted Summit is Europe’s premier event for startups and innovators, hosted annually in London, UK. It brings together founders, investors, and thought leaders to explore groundbreaking ideas, foster collaboration, and shape the future of the tech ecosystem.
EASTERN EUROPE
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How to Web
OCT 1-2, 2025
BUCHAREST, ROMANIAHow to Web is a premier startup and innovation conference held annually in Bucharest, Romania, bringing together founders, investors, and tech leaders to spark ideas, foster collaboration, and accelerate growth in the tech ecosystem.
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PROW CONFERENCE
OCT 24, 2025
TIMIȘOARA, ROMANIAProw Conference is a premier startup and technology event held annually in Timișoara, Romania, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders to inspire collaboration, foster innovation, and shape the future of the tech ecosystem.
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Moldova Digital Summit
JUNE 5-7, 2025
CHIȘINĂU, MOLDOVAMoldova Digital Summit is a premier technology and innovation event held annually in Chișinău, Moldova, bringing together startups, investors, and industry leaders to accelerate digital transformation and foster regional and global partnerships.
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Techsylvania
JUNE 25-26, 2025
CLUJ-NAPOCA, ROMANIATechsylvania is one of Eastern Europe’s premier technology and innovation events, held annually in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, bringing together startups, investors, and tech leaders to shape the future of technology and entrepreneurship.
CENTRAL ASIA
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InnoWeek Uzbekistan
TBA, 2025
TASHKENT, UZBEKISTANInnoWeek Uzbekistan is a premier innovation and technology event held annually in Tashkent, bringing together startups, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders to foster collaboration, showcase cutting-edge solutions, and accelerate sustainable growth across Central Asia.
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Astana Hub Startup Conference
TBA, 2025
ASTANA, KAZAKHSTANAstana Hub Startup Conference is Central Asia’s premier startup and tech event, held annually in Astana, Kazakhstan, bringing together startups, investors, and innovators to foster entrepreneurship and accelerate technological advancement.
EAST ASIA
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TECHGALA
FEB 4-6, 2025
NAGOYA, JAPANTechGala is a premier global event celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship, hosted in vibrant Nagoya, Japan. It brings together startups, investors, and thought leaders to inspire collaboration, foster connections, and spotlight groundbreaking technologies shaping the future.
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HOKKAIDO INNOVATION WEEK
FEB 13-19, 2025
HOKKAIDO, JAPANHokkaido Innovation Week is a premier event celebrating entrepreneurship and technology, held annually in Hokkaido, Japan. It brings together startups, investors, and global innovators to foster collaboration, showcase groundbreaking ideas, and drive sustainable solutions for a brighter future.
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Osaka Expo
APRIL 13-OCT 13, 2025
OSAKA, JAPANOsaka Expo is a world-class international exhibition held in Osaka, Japan, showcasing cutting-edge innovations, cultural exchange, and sustainable solutions. It unites global leaders, innovators, and visionaries to explore new frontiers and create a brighter future for humanity.
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SUSHI TECH TOKYO
MAY 8-10 2025
TOKYO, JAPANSushi Tech Tokyo is Japan’s premier startup and tech event, hosted annually in Tokyo, bringing together startups, investors, and innovators to celebrate cutting-edge technology and foster global connections.
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INNOVEX
MAY 20-23, 2025
TAIPEI, TAIWANInnoVEX is a premier startup and tech event held annually in Taipei, Taiwan, showcasing cutting-edge innovations and connecting startups, investors, and global tech leaders to foster collaboration and accelerate growth in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
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NEXTRISE SEOUL
JUNE 26-27, 2025
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREANextRise is a premier global startup and tech event, held annually in South Korea’s vibrant capital, bringing together startups, investors, and industry pioneers to accelerate innovation, foster partnerships, and shape the future of entrepreneurship.
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KOREA BLOCKCHAIN WEEK
SEP 22-27, 2025
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREAKorea Blockchain Week is Asia’s premier blockchain and Web3 event, held annually in Seoul, South Korea, uniting blockchain innovators, developers, and thought leaders to explore cutting-edge technology and shape the future of decentralized industries.
GREATER BAY AREA
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StartmeupHK Festival
TBA, 2025
HONG KONGStartmeupHK Festival is Asia’s premier startup and innovation event, held annually in Hong Kong, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry pioneers to foster collaboration and shape the future of business.
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RISE Conference
MARCH, 2025
HONG KONGRISE Conference is Asia’s premier tech and startup event, held annually in Hong Kong, bringing together founders, investors, and global leaders to explore trends, spark connections, and shape the future of technology and business.
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HONG KONG WEB3 FESTIVAL
APRIL 6-9, 2025
HONG KONGHong Kong Web3 Festival is a premier event showcasing the future of blockchain, decentralized technologies, and digital innovation. Held annually in Hong Kong, it brings together Web3 pioneers, investors, and global tech leaders to explore cutting-edge advancements and foster collaboration in the evolving Web3 ecosystem.
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BEYOND EXPO
MAY 21-24, 2025
MACAOBEYOND EXPO is Asia’s premier innovation and technology event, held annually in Macao, bringing together startups, investors, and global leaders to foster collaboration, showcase cutting-edge solutions, and drive sustainable growth in the tech ecosystem.
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Hong Kong FinTech Week
NOV 3-7, 2025
HONG KONGHong Kong FinTech Week is one of the world’s premier financial technology events, held annually in Hong Kong, bringing together startups, investors, and industry leaders to shape the future of finance and innovation.
MIDDLE EAST
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LEAP
FEB 9-12, 2025
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIALEAP is a global tech event held annually in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing together startups, investors, and technology pioneers to shape the future of innovation and drive transformative progress across industries.
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WEB SUMMIT QATAR
FEB 23-26, 2025
DOHA, QATARWeb Summit Qatar is a premier global technology conference held annually in Doha, Qatar, bringing together startups, investors, and industry leaders to foster innovation, collaboration, and growth across diverse markets.
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STEP Conference DUBAI
FEB 19-20, 2025
DUBAI, UAESTEP Conference is the leading tech festival in the Middle East, held annually in Dubai, UAE, bringing together startups, investors, and industry pioneers to explore innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of technology.
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ArabNet Riyadh
TBA, 2025
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIAArabNet Riyadh is a premier startup and tech conference held annually in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to accelerate innovation and digital transformation across the region.
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GITEX GLOBAL
OCT 13-17, 2025
DUBAI, UAEGITEX Global is one of the world’s largest technology and startup events, held annually in Dubai, UAE, bringing together innovators, investors, and industry pioneers to showcase cutting-edge advancements and shape the future of technology.
SOUTHEAST ASIA
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Techsauce Global Summit
TBA, 2025
BANGKOK, THAILANDTechsauce Global Summit is Asia’s leading tech and innovation event, held annually in Bangkok, Thailand, uniting startups, investors, and industry leaders to shape the future of technology and entrepreneurship.
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Echelon Asia Summit
TBA, 2025
SINGAPOREEchelon Asia Summit is a premier tech and startup event held annually in Singapore, bringing together founders, investors, and industry experts to foster innovation, scale businesses, and shape the future of Asia’s digital economy.
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GEEKS ON A BEACH
TBA, 2025
MACTAN, CEBU, PHILIPPINESGeeks on a Beach is a premier international startup and tech conference held annually in the Philippines, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors to foster collaboration, tackle global challenges, and create impactful solutions—all in a relaxed, beachside setting.
SOUTH ASIA
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NASSCOM Product Conclave
FEB 24-25, 2025
MUMBAI, INDIANASSCOM Product Conclave is India’s premier platform for product innovation and technology, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to shape the future of the digital economy and drive transformative growth.
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INSPIRE INDIA
DEC 5-7, 2025
NEW DELHI, INDIAInspire India is a premier startup and innovation event held in New Delhi, India, uniting entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders to catalyze growth, foster collaboration, and celebrate India's dynamic role in the global startup ecosystem.
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Techfest IIT Bombay
TBA 2025
MUMBAI, INDIATechfest IIT Bombay is Asia’s largest science and technology festival, held annually in Mumbai, India, bringing together innovators, researchers, and industry leaders to inspire breakthroughs and drive technological advancement.
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Startup Mahakumbh 5.0
MARCH 7-8, 2025
NEW DELHI, INDIAStartup Mahakumbh 5.0 is India’s premier startup and innovation event, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem enablers in a dynamic forum to spark collaboration, foster growth, and celebrate groundbreaking ideas.
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Startup Expo India
MARCH 19-21, 2025
NEW DELHI, INDIAStartup Expo India is one of the largest startup and entrepreneurship events in India, bringing together innovators, investors, and industry leaders to fuel growth, collaboration, and groundbreaking ideas.
OCEANIA
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Pause Fest
TBA, 2025
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIAPause Fest is a premier festival for creativity, business, and technology, held annually in Melbourne, Australia, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to shape the future of digital culture and innovation.
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SOUTHSTART
MARCH 4-6, 2025
ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIASouthStart is Australia’s premier festival of innovation and impact, held annually in Adelaide, bringing together startups, investors, and visionaries to explore bold ideas, foster connections, and shape the future of technology and entrepreneurship.
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SPARK FESTIVAL
TBA 2025
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIASpark Festival is Australia’s largest event for startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs, held annually in Sydney. It brings together founders, investors, and industry experts to inspire ideas, foster connections, and accelerate business growth.
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Techweek NZ
MAY 19-25, 2025
VARIOUS CITIES, NEW ZEALANDTechweek NZ is New Zealand’s premier festival of innovation and technology, held annually across the country, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to celebrate ideas, inspire collaboration, and fuel technological advancement.
NORTH AMERICA
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SXSW (South by Southwest)
MARCH 7-15, 2025
AUSTIN, TEXAS (U.S.)SXSW (South by Southwest) is a globally renowned conference and festival held annually in Austin, Texas, celebrating the convergence of technology, film, music, and culture to inspire creativity and drive innovation.
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WEB SUMMIT VANCOUVER
MAY 27-30, 2025
VANCOUVER, CANADAWeb Summit Vancouver is a premier global technology conference, held annually in Vancouver, Canada, bringing together startups, investors, and thought leaders to shape the future of innovation and entrepreneurship.
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STARTUP GRIND CONFERENCE
APR 29-30, 2025
SILICON VALLEYStartup Grind Global Conference is a premier gathering for startups, innovators, and investors, held annually in Silicon Valley. It fosters meaningful connections, shares insights, and celebrates entrepreneurship to inspire growth and impact worldwide.
LATIN AMERICA
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WEB SUMMIT RIO
APR 27-30, 2025
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZILWeb Summit Rio is one of the world’s premier technology conferences, held annually in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, bringing together startups, investors, and global leaders to shape the future of innovation and entrepreneurship.
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STARTUP CHILE
TBA, 2025
SANTIAGO, CHILEStartup Chile is a world-renowned public accelerator program based in Santiago, Chile, empowering entrepreneurs globally by providing funding, mentorship, and resources to scale innovative startups and drive economic growth.
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Campus Party Brazil
NOV 19-23, 2025
SÃO PAULO, BRAZILCampus Party Brazil is one of the largest technology and innovation festivals in the world, held annually in São Paulo, bringing together tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and visionaries to collaborate, learn, and shape the future of technology.
AFRICA STARTUP
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AFSIC - INVESTING IN AFRICA
OCT 14-15, 2025
LONDON, UKAFSIC is a leading event driving investment in Africa's financial sector, connecting investors, businesses, and institutions through networking, deal-making, and insights.
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AFRICA TECH SUMMIT
FEB 12-13, 2025
NAIROBI, KENYAThe Africa Tech Summit connects startups, investors, and leaders to explore innovations, opportunities, and growth in Africa’s thriving tech ecosystem.
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LAGOS TECH FEST
FEB 19-20, 2025
LAGOS, NIGERIALagos Tech Fest is Nigeria’s leading tech event, uniting startups, investors, and innovators to showcase solutions, share insights, and drive Africa’s digital growth.
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OCEAN INNOVATION AFRICA SUMMIT
FEB 24-28, 2025
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIAThe Ocean Innovation Africa Summit is a leading platform driving sustainable solutions and innovation in Africa's blue economy, uniting global leaders to shape the future of ocean stewardship.
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THE OMNIVERSE SUMMIT
FEB 25-28, 2025
LAGOS, NIGERIAThe Omniverse Summit is a global platform uniting innovators, startups, and leaders to explore the future of technology, AI, Web3, and sustainability through collaboration and transformative ideas.
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AFRICA FAMILY OFFICE INVESTMENT SUMMIT
FEB 24-24, 2025
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICAThe Africa Family Office Investment Summit connects family offices, investors, and leaders to explore opportunities and drive sustainable growth across Africa’s key sectors.