Martin Beitia

Tenerife will stage the dialogue between technologies like AI and Metaverse in the making Cities Smarter. Digital Twin Cities need to add the human layer to really stand as twin version simply because every city is above all a place where people live. To do so, Metaverse is the only way for real people experience both the “city as is” and the “city to be” while AI learn about behaviors and how local societies self-organise. From this combination, cognitive systems will humanize cities. Technology will only be humanized if we let people collectively teach tech to be human sustainably. That is why, Tenerife stands out as the start of a new approach to urban planning. Looking forward to discussing about the future in this event

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Canarians protesting against "predatory tourism". Source: https://lnkd.in/e7xnW8jR Summary: Location: Canary Islands, including all seven islands and La Graciosa Participants: Over 57,000 (police estimate), over 100,000 (organizers' estimate) Issue: Predatory tourism model Consequences: Overburdening islands, social, labour, environmental issues, housing crisis Demands: Tourism moratorium Housing regulation (access control, vacation rental controls, limits on non-resident purchases) Tourist eco-tax Slogan: "Canarias tiene un límite" (Canary Islands have a limit)

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🔟 Spanish #startups to watch in 2024. IGNIS, Eranovum, Zunder, Cabify, Wallapop, Fever, Twinco Capital, or Revel Drive, are fueling #innovation across various sectors and signalling the country's growing influence in the global entrepreneurial landscape ⚡ 📈 In 2023, Spain's #tech startup scene witnessed an unprecedented influx of #investment. With €2.4 billion raised over 345+ deals, Spain takes a place among the 10 biggest countries in terms of the total amount raised. Discover more at Tech.eu 🔗  https://lnkd.in/dT-vH-d2

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Thanks for sharing these insights! - To address the challenge of finding commercial partners and manufacturing capacity, one solution (I’m not aware if a similar initiative already exists..) could be consider forming a consortium of alt-protein startups. This approach has been successfully implemented in the renewable energy sector provides a great example where wind energy consortia have significantly reduced costs and increased market penetration through collective efforts and shared resources. The European Wind Power Action Plan, which emphasizes collaboration among industry players to achieve climate targets, could serve as a model​. Alt-protein startups can similarly benefit from such a consortium, addressing infrastructure and manufacturing challenges. Furthermore, advocating for government support in the form of infrastructure investment, similar to those for solar energy projects, could accelerate growth and align with EU objectives. Looking forward to seeing more collaborative efforts and solutions emerge from this community!

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Great to see TechCrunch echoing latest Dealroom.co report on the #Spanish #tech #ecosystem, here 4 facts to highlight: 💸 Enterprise Value (EV) of Spanish startups surpassed €100 billion in 2023. 🚀 Spanish tech is one of the fastest growing among Europeʼs major ecosystems, with a 2,7x EV Growth during 2019-2024 period. 🌱 Early stage investment is at an all time high, with €1,1B investment in 2023, ranking #4 after UK, France and Germany. 🔥 Number of investors has increased from 488 in 2019, to 888 in 2023. Corporate investors reached a record in 2023, #CVCs participated in 16% of the rounds. Congrats Wayra, Kfund, Endeavor, SpainCap, GoHub , BBVA Spark, Enisa con el emprendimiento innovador 👏

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💥 Pitch your startup in an exclusive investment forum at the next Networking session! On Thursday, May 30th, at 6:30 PM, Ca l’Alier will host an investment forum organized in collaboration with #EconomistesBAN, the Business Angels network of the Col·legi d'Economistes de Catalunya. 🚀 Six selected startups will have the unique opportunity to deliver a 5-minute pitch to prominent investors in the sports and technology sectors. Do you want to be one of them? Why is this a unique opportunity? 💰 Investment Opportunities: Perfect your pitch and convince investors – this could be your big moment. 🔍 Direct Exposure: Gain visibility in front of key investors with a strong interest in the sports sector. This could be a significant boost for your project’s growth. 🤝 Valuable Connections: Meet other entrepreneurs with innovative visions and professionals who share your passion. This forum could open doors to strategic collaborations. 📈 Expert Evaluation: Receive direct feedback, helping you refine your pitch and value proposition for future presentations. After the presentations, enjoy the classic cocktail networking in a relaxed and enriching environment, where you can talk, exchange ideas, connect, and create new synergies. 🚨 Registration Deadline: You have until May 19th to apply and tell us the story behind your project. 🎯 Get ready to present your startup and make it shine at this event that could be a great springboard for your future! 🔗 Register now! https://lnkd.in/edYDh7jy

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🚀 Thriving in Tech: Spain's Startup Ecosystem Hits €100 Billion Milestone 🚀 The Spanish startup scene has achieved a remarkable feat, reaching an aggregated enterprise value (EV) of €100 billion in 2023 as the Dealroom "Spanish Tech Ecosystem Report 2024" indicates. This significant milestone cements Spain's reputation as a burgeoning midsize tech ecosystem within Europe. From the bustling streets of Barcelona to the historic avenues of Madrid, Spanish startups are redefining the tech scene with their vibrant energy and groundbreaking ideas. They're making a mark not just locally, but globally, with their diverse and impactful ventures. Having 2 megarounds this year with Denodo and Fever - notable mentions to different startups - Typeform; Wallapop; Cabify and Bit2Me. #SpanishStartups #TechEcosystem #Innovation #GrowthMilestone #Entrepreneurship #InvestInSpain #TechNews #BusinessGrowth #Startup https://lnkd.in/eWcgYFpG

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The combined enterprise value (EV) of Spanish startups surpassed €100 billion in 2023. It puts Spain ahead of Norway, Italy or Portugal. The value of Spanish tech is also one of the fastest growing in Europe, not forgetting that France reached €100 billion in combined startup EV six years ago, and Germany nine years ago. With a combined value of $191 billion, only Cambridge’s tech ecosystem alone is almost worth double Spain’s. We have a lot of work to do! #startups #enterprisevalue #ecosystem

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Hi network, We are in fundraising with our startup Bubbo looking for € 500,000 from international players to growth and scale our solution globally and reach all homes of the planet. The co-founder & CTO Antonio T. and me, supported by a 5 people team more, are creating the solution that allows to discover new streaming content saving more than 90% of your time thanks to personalized recommendations powered by AI. We have created a predictive AI algorithm that calculates the % math of each title for each user in real time, offering a personalized experience that makes life easier for people. The vast majority of people waste more than 30 minutes every day choosing which movie or series to stream due to the indecision caused by the infinite catalogs of the platforms. This ends up producing frustration and mental fatigue to the point where some end up turning off the TV or watching something they really don't like. If you are a VC fund or Family Office with focus in B2C Business Model and want to know more about we are creating in the AI/Big Data technology and media & entertainment industries, i invite you to get in touch and explore financing options. Discover more here in our website: https://www.bubbo.app/en Play now. Wait never.

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📍 We have just presented the last Startup Radar madri+d ecosystem report 2024 in Emerge Americas Miami !   The report offers new data on the increase in the number of deeptech startups and spinouts, the startup sectors and technologies, the experience of the founders and the support entities of the Madrid startup ecosystem, which consolidates its first position at the national level and its growing positioning international in relation to a significant number of indicators   👉 You will find:  📌 Why is Madrid particularly attractive for tech companies from other countries 📌 Startup ecosystem metrics and comparisons with main European Hubs 📌 Jobs, value, technologies, SDGs and sectors with a higher rate of startup creation 📌 Venture Capital data, investment opportunities and industries with the highest percentage of companies that obtain investment 📌 Support entities, experience of startup founders, main universities,... in a growing tech ecosystem   📢 Click and download the report here:👉 http://c.madrid/1uq2h And a summary of highlights (in Spanish) here: 👉 http://c.madrid/zeg9a   A madri+d foundation analysis based on high quality databases in partnership with Dealroom.co., and some more information from Invest in Madrid, Fundación Cotec para la Innovación,...   You can also find reports, ecosystem finders, tools for startups,...at #startupradarmadrimasd website: http://c.madrid/nbker #MadridEsEmprendimiento #MadridEsInnovación

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🌟 Catalonia Prime Destination for Foreign Investment in #TravelTech 🌟 Catalonia is emerging as a global hub for #innovation in #tourism with the Tech Tourism Cluster (ICT) at its forefront. Since its launch in 2022, the ICT has grown from 20 to 82 members, spanning startups to large corporations like Vueling Airlines or Amadeus. This impressive growth, with a combined turnover of €1.4 billion, highlights the region's immense potential for TravelTech investments. Barcelona, already a top tourist destination, is now pioneering sustainable and high-quality tourism through technological advancements. The ICT fosters this by integrating diverse sectors, including #softwaremanagement, #cybersecurity, #blockchain, and #digitalmarketing, into the travel industry. The ICT also enforces hybrid talent by enhancing collaboration between universities and businesses. With projects like #blockchain for traceability and #AI for improve user experiences and #datamanagement Join the TravelTech revolution in Catalonia and explore a region ripe with investment opportunities! #TravelTech #ForeignInvestment #Catalonia #Innovation #SustainableTourism #Technology #TTC #Barcelona #FutureOfTravel

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TRANSIT PLAY is an App, pending a small investment to launch it on the worldwide market, starting with the Valencian Community. Your E-Mobil-ity matrix. It is on standby waiting to recover the sources. If in the international public transport sector there is a vision of the future for small operators, this is the solution, install it yourself. This video is only the beginning, to move into the digital world without investments. Pay Per Use is the future for new technologies. jordifi@passgotrchnology.com TRANSIT PLAY

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Calling All #Startups! Accelerate Your Impact with Industry Leaders. 🚀 Are you ready to level up? The BIND - Basque Open Innovation Platform and Acceleration Program is here, and it’s not your average startup gig. They’re talking real-world contracts, industry heavyweights, and zero equity taken. What’s the Deal? 💡 Smart Industry Open Innovation: Connect with 70 industry leaders who moonlight as venture clients. They’re hungry for fresh solutions, and they’re ready to sign contracts with startups like yours. 🌿 Sectors That Matter: They’re all about Intelligent Industry, Clean Energy & Sustainability, Health, and Food. If your startup plays in these sandboxes, listen up! 💰Average Contract: A cool $43,000. Yep, you read that right. 🤝High-Impact Mentoring: Get schooled by the pros. 🌐Cross-Vertical Network Immersion: Rub shoulders with fellow innovators. 📈 Market Validation: Prove your worth. Get that stamp of approval. Tech That Turns Heads: They’re on the hunt for disruptive tech. If your startup dances to any of these tunes, apply now: https://lnkd.in/dj_tEscS

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🖥️ Ten Latin American startups visit the Canary Islands on a market exploration trade mission 🖥️ The Government of the Canary Islands, through Proexca, is implementing the Canarias Latam Tech programme for the second consecutive year. This initiative immerses participants in the technological ecosystem of #Canarias, aiming to boost high-potential companies from #LatinAmerica towards Europe. These companies cite many reasons for their interest, including the geographical position as a tricontinental bridge, the security of being established in European territory just 30 minutes by plane from Africa with numerous connections, as well as other factors such as quality of life and a unique tax system in Europe advantageous for companies generating sustainable and quality employment. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/eUZxFRu9 Gobierno de Canarias

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Listen to our new EuroSpaceHub (PODCAST) Building a collaborative Ecosystem for Space: a conversation with Professor Ana Inés Gómez de Castro Professor Gómez de Castro has extensive experience in astronomy and astrophysics at the University Complutense de Madrid (UCM) in Spain. Her distinguished career includes founding the Joint Centre for Ultraviolet Astronomy, highlighting her leadership in advancing astronomical research. Join us as we uncover her perspectives on collaboration in the space sector and the potential of interdisciplinary cooperation. Enjoy the conversation!   🌐Visit eurospacehub.com and click on the podcast section! 👉Follow EuroSpaceHub for more space-related content and interesting podcast topics! #eurospacehub #spacepodcast #spaceecosystem #spaceexploration #spacecollaboration 

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The Digital Catalonia Alliance (DCA) is an initiative that brings together Catalonia's leading emerging technology sectors in an innovative, visionary, disruptive, and collaborative technology alliance. We thought it was fantastic that the annual meeting was held in an igloo, a space that enhances the sense of community among companies, professionals, research centers, and administrations that share the same common denominator: they develop, integrate, implement, or offer IoT-based technological solutions. If we don't build multidisciplinary teams with diverse capabilities, we won't be able to bring technology closer to society or the environment. This is the great challenge of a design team, the challenges that stimulate us." #DigitalCataloniaAlliance #Technology #IoT #Innovation #Collaboration #MultidisciplinaryTeams #DesignChallenges #dron #AI #robotics #newspace #industrialdesign #stimulo #catalonia

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Why we are seeing great companies thrive, like Arkadia Space of my friend and fellow #DeepTech #WorkGroup of Startup Valencia member Francho García, and others like PLD Space, just to name a couple? Because the will impact beyond traditional space sectors, enhancing industries like retail, supply chains, and disaster mitigation. Lower costs and increased access to space technologies are expected to revolutionise various sectors, like the smartphones and cloud computing did. There are even companies cleaning the space, something unimaginable just a few years ago. It is definetly a vertical we have to (and we will) keep an eye at TRL+ Space is booming, it's really really hot. https://lnkd.in/daqsZPXr

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To date, Timeleft has organized 8,000 dinners in 70 cities around the world, attended by 50,000 people who have frequented over 1,200 restaurants. Marta Unturbe Portela assures us that Timeleft has improved the way some users interact: "There are people who have changed their lives in terms of meeting sports partners or, perhaps, who felt lonely because of a change of city and told us that at dinners, they made a lot of friends. What's amazing is that there's no specific profile that goes to the dinners. Timeleft users are of all nationalities, ages, marital status and tastes". The reality is that these initiatives represent a new and attractive proposition in the field of social applications. By focusing on genuine human relationships rather than on dating, they open up a unique space on the market. Users can turn an ordinary dinner into an evening full of discoveries and new friendships.

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