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Barcelona (com um ecossistema de Startups avaliado em 39 mil milhões de euros em 2022), Madrid (com 24,3 mil milhões de euros em 2022), e também Valência, Bilbao e Málaga. Espanha continua a “bombar” nas startups, (apesar das críticas destrutivas que a política produz todas as semanas). “With approximately 11,000 active startups in 2022, and extraordinary investment numbers, the technology entrepreneurship ecosystem continues to accelerate its growth and strengthen its place among the most important in Europe. A unique feature of the Spanish ecosystem among its European peers is that there are two main hubs, Barcelona and Madrid, among a large group of cities and regions that are successfully fostering technology startups, like Valencia, Bilbao or Malaga, to name just the larger ones”.

A few weeks ago I had an interesting talk with Joaquín Paños and I would like to share some key points related to VCs with you. Joaquin told me that Tumo (Techstars ‘24), the fintech where he is co-founder, is part of the Techstars Payment program. Techstars is a startup accelerator that invests in growing companies in exchange for equity investment. Why are accelerators and programs that help startups develop their businesses so important? - According to data from Crunchbase, startups that have gone through accelerator programs in Latin America have raised more than $6.8 billion in funding since 2017. This represents a significant increase of 300% compared to the $1.7 billion raised in 2017. - Programs like Start-Up Chile have supported more than 1,600 startups since its inception in 2010, generating more than 8,000 jobs, Startuplinks developed a very interesting analysis on this topic https://lnkd.in/d6T9QZRF What am I getting at with this? Accelerator programs have had a significant impact on Latin America's entrepreneurial ecosystem in recent years. They have helped startups raise more capital, scale their businesses, and have attracted more investment and resources to the region. If you would like to listen to the talk here is the link https://lnkd.in/dMGTZDHY

Usina de Startup USA: Your Gateway to Success in the U.S. Market! We're excited to announce the expansion of Usina de Startup to the United States! As a global venture builder with extensive experience across Latin America, Europe, and Africa, we're committed to empowering innovation and entrepreneurship in the U.S. market. Usina de Startup USA is designed to support startups aiming to scale, internationalize, and thrive in one of the world’s most competitive environments. What We Offer to the U.S. Market: Incubation Programs 🌱 – Perfect for early-stage startups, our incubation programs provide essential resources, strategic guidance, and mentorship from industry experts to transform innovative ideas into viable businesses. Acceleration Programs 🚀 – Designed for startups ready to grow, our tailored acceleration programs equip founders with market insights, growth strategies, and resources to propel them forward. Internationalization Programs 🌍 – Our internationalization programs offer global reach, helping startups enter and adapt to the U.S. market seamlessly, leveraging our deep knowledge of cross-border business development. Funding Access 💸 – Through our network of investors and partners, Usina provides simplified access to capital, connecting promising startups with investors ready to fund the next big idea. Our team facilitates introductions and assists in preparing for investment rounds to make securing funding as efficient and straightforward as possible. Why Choose Usina de Startup? At Usina de Startup, we’re dedicated to transforming startups into successful, sustainable businesses through a robust ecosystem of support. From customized mentorship to world-class infrastructure, we offer an ideal launchpad for startups aiming to stand out in the U.S. market. Join Usina de Startup USA and let’s shape the future of innovation together. Whether you’re an entrepreneur ready to scale or an investor seeking groundbreaking ideas, Usina de Startup is here to bridge the gap. 🔗 Connect with us today to learn more about our programs and explore the potential to grow with Usina de Startup USA! #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #UsinaDeStartupUSA #UsinaDeStartup #Funding #Internationalization #ScaleUp #Startups

Lean and Mean Startup Machines! Capital Efficiency Drives Innovation in Brazil At the #StartupLabs event held on Tuesday, the 26th, in #RiodeJaneiro, attendees shared a generally positive outlook on the startup landscape. Critical discussions highlighted a significant trend toward capital efficiency, emphasizing how startups increasingly concentrate on achieving optimal results with smaller amounts of funding. Brazilian startups are getting smarter about managing their resources, helping them get creative and hit their goals. This focus on innovation sparks new ideas and solutions, making the whole ecosystem more competitive. Plus, by keeping an eye on capital efficiency, they're setting themselves up for sustainable growth without always depending on outside investments. World Wireless Solutions Inc. commends Brazilian startups' commitment to innovation and resourcefulness. Technology is crucial in supporting efficient operations and driving sustainable growth. How can technology help startups become more capital-efficient? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Read More: https://lnkd.in/gYQCt_Y4 Globo Ventures EloGroup BNDES Valor Econômico S/A Pequenas Empresas & Grandes Negócios O Globo #Startups #Brazil #CapitalEfficiency #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Technology #Brazil #WWS

🚀 Most Active VC Firms Based in Mexico The Mexican American startup ecosystem is buzzing with activity, driven by a dynamic network of VC firms funding innovation across sectors like fintech, healthtech, and sustainability. Here are the top players empowering growth and entrepreneurship across the country: - 500 LatAm, led by René Lomelí Ojeda, Didier Quiroz Ceballos, Regina Zurutuza, and Damaris Mendoza Loera - 99 Startups, led by Alejandro Gálvez - Amplifica Capital, led by Anna Raptis - Avalancha Ventures, led by Lorenzo Garza and Rodrigo Ocejo - Bridge Latam, led by Patricio Aznar Leon de la Barra - CARABELA, led by Javier Sánchez Aldana M.B. and Francisco Ruiz Izaguirre - Cometa, led by Pepe Bolaños and Rafa de Haro - Dalus Capital, led by Diego Serebrisky and Rogelio De los Santos - DILA Capital, led by Alejandro Diez Barroso and Eduardo Clavé - Finnovista, led by Fermin Bueno and Andres Fontao - G2 Momentum Capital, led by Israel C. and Jorge Gonzalez Gasque - Hi Ventures, led by Federico Antoni and Jimena Pardo - Ideas & Capital, led by Xavier Ponce de León and Ricardo Elizondo - Proeza Ventures, led by Rodolfo Elias Dieck, CFA and Enrique M. Zambrano - Wollef Ventures, led by Cristobal Perdomo and Eric Perez-Grovas These firms are at the forefront of Latin America’s startup revolution, fostering a robust ecosystem that supports high-potential startups and drives sustainable growth. 📧 For in-depth profiles and more insights, visit Startup Researcher Latin America, and don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter. #latinamerica #venturecapital #startups

Regional Stakeholder Meeting - Startup Capital ACCIÓ - Catalonia 🚀 On October 10th, Startup Capital team (ACCIÓ) hosted a Deeptech Bootcamp Event, an important regional stakeholder meeting aimed at connecting early-stage deep tech startups with potential investors. This event, held in the exciting context of the America's Cup in Barcelona, provided a unique opportunity to foster collaboration and investment opportunities for innovative tech startups looking to scale up. More than 50 participants from deeptech startups and spin-offs of our stakeholders took part of it and they received expert advice in areas such as management, product market fit, intellectual property and access to financing. Through this event, the European DeepTechValleys project was introduced to the regional partners, encouraging a collaborative approach to support the ecosystem, remarking the importance of these collaborations for their scalability and accessibility to new markets and investors. 🌎 ‘’DeepTechValleys is a pioneering project driving Deep Tech Innovation across the European Union. A 10-partner consortium, led by the Regional Development Fund of Central Macedonia, Greece, has joined forces to launch "DeepTechValleys," an ambitious project aimed at improving 9 regional policies to boost deep tech innovation. The project is co-funded by the European Union through the Interreg Europe Programme.’’ 👉 Check out the video from this exciting event! #DeepTech #StartupCapital #Innovation #Investment #AdvancedTechnology #ACCIÓ #DeepTechValleys #Europe #Entrepreneurship #Investors #DigitalTransformation

🇵🇹 In 2024, Portugal's startup landscape grew by 16%, with 4,719 companies generating a combined €2.6 billion in revenue. This growth, highlighted in a report by IDC, Informa D&B, and Startup Portugal, underscores the sector's role in the national economy. Startups account for 1.4% of Portugal's exports, with average monthly wages rising 17% to around €2,000 - significantly above the national average. 🔗 Know more 👉 https://lnkd.in/du4SjrJB #startupportugal #startup #startups

It's an honour for COREangels Lisbon  to organize the 10th Investment Committee at the Beato Innovation District this Thursday 18st April, and contribute to continue to dynamizing the Lisbon startup ecosystem in the fantastic premises of Restaurante a Praça no Beato Praça next to Unicorn Factory Lisboa. Our group of multicultural angels (we are already 32) coming from six different countries will listen to three pitches from three great startups. It's a fact that Lisbon has the power to attract investors and entrepreneurs and become one of the best world spots to be a founder. Three more startups have the chance to be invested and supported by a great group of angels. Previous investment committee was considered as the best so far by some of our angels and one of the invited guests described the committee as a Portuguese version of the “shark tank”, what was the final reason to make him join the group 😀 You can read about his story in this article: https://lnkd.in/dbr43WPQ If you want to know more about business angels and our activities, please contact us. We love entrepreneurship 😉 #startups #businessangels #lisbon #ecosystem #angelinvesting #entrepreneurs #startupsSelection #InvestmentCommittee