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🚀 The Small Business Innovation Research Initiative (SBIRI) by BIRAC is here to fuel your groundbreaking ideas. If your startup is at the forefront of addressing societal challenges in sectors like healthcare, food, or agriculture, you could be eligible for substantial funding. Eligibility: 🔹Indian citizens must hold at least 51% of the company's shares 🔹Adequate in-house facilities for project implementation are required 🔹Incubation in a recognized facility is necessary 🔹Academic collaborators must be registered with a government body Funding: 🔸100% grant-in-aid of up to Rs. 50 lakhs 🔸 For projects exceeding Rs. 50 lakhs, BIRAC covers 50% of the total cost, including the initial Rs. 50 lakh grant 📅 The next call for proposals opens in September 2024. visit grants.myprobuddy.com to learn about the best grants and government schemes for your venture. Follow MyProBuddy to stay updated of all the grants for Indian businesses and startups. #SBIRI #BIRAC #StartupFunding #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #FundingOpportunities #AgriTech #FoodTech #StartupSupport #MyProBuddy #MPB

Acknowledging the pivotal role of external creativity in societal advancement - Enactus CVS’s , #Research&Development team recently explored #BharatMandapam, delving into innovative startups and visionary investors. Our visit led us to reflect on key questions: What drives your passion for innovation? How do you envision entrepreneurship amidst rapid technological changes? The dedication of entrepreneurs, supported by experienced investors, fostered an atmosphere of entrepreneurial vigor and forward-thinking. Notably, majority of the startups showcased disruptive business models, reshaping industries with AI-driven platforms and decentralized finance solutions. There were several sustainable startups, offering a range of innovative solutions such as cardboard-based microscopes for research & education, bamboo-based bottles as alternatives to conventional plastic ones, sustainable sanitary pads and waste-to-energy conversion technologies. These startups exemplify a commitment to environmental stewardship, pioneering creative solutions to pressing sustainability issues. This experience reaffirmed our commitment to promoting social entrepreneurship for meaningful societal changes.Additionally, we met #AnubhavDubey, founder of #ChaiSuttaBaar, sparking new insights into entrepreneurship. At Enactus CVS, we are inspired by the potential of dynamic solutions to drive positive change. Our journey at Bharat Mandapam has strengthened our resolve to contribute meaningfully to this transformative landscape.

Incubators enable firms to grow technologically by providing them access to leading technologies and technical support. This paper undertakes an analysis of the way technological incubators can be utilized to enhance how Egyptian universities and research centres competitively drive entrepreneurship projects. The paper delves deeper into dimensions of cost reduction, improved quality, speed and flexibility in performance, creativity, and innovation. Using primary data on assembled information from a survey of entrepreneurs being trained under the INTILAC program and secondary information from business and academic publications, the paper tests how resources, strategies, operating techniques, and incubator management methods influence the capabilities of entrepreneurial ventures. https://lnkd.in/d_HzSe8k Leonardo Piccinetti

Nigerian entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are being called upon to submit their applications for the Sterling Bank Green Innovation Challenge. This initiative is focused on providing financial support to businesses that are actively involved in creating innovative solutions within the agricultural sector, clean technology, or social enterprises that are committed to fostering sustainability and positive environmental impact. The challenge is specifically targeting those who are at the forefront of developing startups, SMEs, or various business models that prioritize innovation, ecological sustainability, and contributing to environmental betterment. For those ventures operating within the clean technology and social enterprise sectors, the Sterling Bank Green Innovation Challenge is offering grant funding of NGN2 million, which is equivalent to approximately US$1,200. This grant is intended to help these businesses scale their operations and increase their impact. Moreover, a substantial financial facility of NGN20 million, roughly US$12.2 million, is being made available for businesses that fall under the agriculture category. This larger sum of money is aimed at supporting agricultural enterprises that demonstrate a strong potential for innovation and sustainability, enabling them to expand their activities and contribute significantly to the green economy. Click the link to read more: https://lnkd.in/d95_WaGU #innovationvillage #steringbank #greenimmovatiun #challenge #startup   #entrepreneura #founders #smallmediumenterprise #financialreward #cleantechnology #niigeriaeconomy #businessnews #techpreneur  #africabusiness

#Ecuador's startup ecosystem is a burgeoning hub of innovation, driven by a wave of entrepreneurial spirit and government support. With a focus on sectors like technology, agriculture, and renewable energy, Ecuador's startups are making waves in Latin America. The country's strategic location, favorable business climate, and growing access to funding are attracting both local and international entrepreneurs. Initiatives like government-backed funding programs and incubators are nurturing the growth of startups, positioning Ecuador as a promising destination for startup enthusiasts. Explore our insightful report for a comprehensive view of this thriving nation. 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄! #Ecuador #Startups #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #LatinAmerica #Tech #Agriculture #RenewableEnergy #GovernmentSupport #Incubators #UKIndia #Election2024 #GlobalTrends #globalelection2024 #politics #news #india #trending #vote #StartupEcuador #entrepreneurship #innovation #venturecapital | Construex | Jelou AI | LAARCOURIER® | Kriptos | To'ak Chocolate | Autority | Databits | RELIV HEALTHCARE LIMITED | bioFeeder | Kiwa Natural Life | FastFarma (YC S21) | AltScore | #NelsonAgustin | #MéntorVillagómezMerino | #ChrisCampbell | Ministry of External Affairs, India

#Ecuador's startup ecosystem is experiencing significant growth, with Quito emerging as a key player. The government and private sector are actively fostering innovation through initiatives that enhance the tech talent pool and connect entrepreneurs with investors. This supportive environment has produced Ecuador's first unicorn, Kushki, highlighting the ecosystem's potential for regional prominence. #StartupEcosystem #GlobalTrends #Globaleconomy #StartupEcuador

"Do your homework, or you become an entrepreneur." Prof Pekka Koponen recalled how parents used to ensure children did their homework in the 80s and 90s. Funny today, but a reality back then. Students graduate from colleges to employment. Today, people graduate from employment to their personal establishment. The more ambitious ones jumped from colleges to startups. Over a week ago, I attended the famous #Wasa_Future_Festival at the #wasainnovationcenter, from ideals to challenges and to the opportunities, the first day presentations and discussions delved into the current state of startups and entrepreneurship programs in the region and what could be done more and better #growth_mindset, especially with the increasing diverse talents and potentials in the recent years within and around #Vaasa_region. With excitement and enthusiasm, Philipp Holtkamp and Nina Ingves made their plans public during the panel discussion; they introduced a very promising and exciting startup and entrepreneurship ecosystem platform (yet to start), supported by universities in Vaasa. With both internationals and locals set to benefit from its services, this is a perfect response to the dilemma that often abort dreams and destroys many talents. #WasaFutureFestival #StartupsEcosystem #Entrepreneurship Vaasa International Talents, Hanken School of Economics, Åbo Akademi University, University of Vaasa, Vaasan ammattikorkeakoulu VAMK University of Applied Sciences Photo credit: Vaasa Insider

#Samim | Turning Ideas into Sustainable Impact 🇯🇴 The “EcoVentures Hub” project by TTi, part of Samim’s second cohort, is empowering entrepreneurs in Amman to create eco-friendly products. With 10 startups already onboard, the initiative is driving sustainable practices and inspiring a shift towards responsible consumption and production. In partnership with the Jordan Youth Innovation Forum 🇯🇴, Samim is making sustainability happen 🌍 - #Samim is a project funded by AFD - Agence Française de Développement, the Fondation de France and implemented by Lab'ess in partnership with PULSE Group and 4 support structures : ONG ecodev, Bidaya_Incubateur, Tunisian Center for Social Entrepreneurship and Jordan Youth Innovation Forum - #ODD11 #ODD12 #Sustainability #SocialEntrepreneurship

📢 The Rising Role of Chinese Universities in Venture Capital 🔍 Insight into a New Trend: In recent years, #universities in #China are increasingly stepping into the #venturecapital arena. This trend is reshaping the landscape of #innovation and #entrepreneurship in the country. Here's a look at some key developments: 1️⃣ #TianjinUniversity and the Brain-Computer Haihe Laboratory: Recently, Tianjin University led the establishment of the Brain-Computer Haihe Laboratory Fund, with a scale of 1 billion RMB, focused on the #braincomputerinterface (#BCI) industry. Multiple #strategicpartnerships and projects, including the formation of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Brain-Computer Interaction and #HumanMachineIntegration Industry Alliance. 2️⃣ #HongKongUniversityofScienceandTechnology (#HKUST): Launched a 500 million HKD Redbird Innovation and Entrepreneurship Fund, aiming to create a 2 billion HKD venture capital fund. 3️⃣ #ZhejiangUniversity: Established the Qizhen Zhechuang Technology Achievement Transformation Fund with 100 million RMB, focusing on early and mid-stage tech innovation projects. 4️⃣ #FudanUniversity: Announced a 1 billion RMB #ScienceandTechnology Innovation Mother Fund to build an ecosystem for tech achievements within the university. 5️⃣ #ShanghaiJiaotongUniversity, #CentralSouthUniversity, #NankaiUniversity, and more have all established their own funds, fostering a vibrant environment for #technology transfer and #startup incubation. 🚀 Summary and Prospective: As #Chinese universities increasingly embrace the role of #venturecapitalists, they are not only accelerating the #commercialization of #research but also creating a robust ecosystem for #techinnovation. This proactive approach is likely to fuel significant growth in #hightechindustries, making China a powerhouse in global technology and innovation. The future looks promising as these #academicinstitutions continue to leverage their research capabilities, nurturing the next generation of #techentrepreneurs and driving forward the country's economic and technological advancements. Source: PEdaily/JieMaLP #TechEcosystem #UniversityFunding #ChinaTech #ResearchAndDevelopment #RandD #InternationalCollaboration #InternationalPartnership

This upstart in startup failure research is promising to be a success. It was written all over that Besnik B. Avdiaj would be a standout. I am glad to not only coauthor with him but begin a research agenda. We can say that startups that fail are not in their heyday, but the stance of research on them will. Faithful that Besnik will make waves! Gaze through the paper peculiarly through this link: https://lnkd.in/dbx_fVns