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Selected Events: November 2023

PUZZLE X 2023

November 7-9 – Spain

From the bleeding-edge of physics, food, 5G, genomics to fashion, energy, mobility, brain interfaces, IoT, infrastructure and more, PUZZLE X brings the world’s biggest visionaries, industry leaders, innovators, forward-looking governments and civil societies from all different domains to showcase, discuss and chart the future of citizens, cities, industries and societies enabled by Frontier Tech.

Wolves Summit Vienna 2023

November 8-9 – Austria

The Vienna Wolves Summit is a global innovation platform that connects startups with investors, corporations, and accelerators. Located in the heart of Europe, it offers customized matchmaking for meaningful partnerships. With a diverse range of industries represented, the summit fosters collaboration and innovation across various sectors, making it a pivotal event for global business development and entrepreneurship.

Frontiers Health 2023

November 8-10 – Italy

Frontiers Health, a leading global digital health innovation event, gathers thought leaders, policymakers, and innovative companies to address the healthcare challenges and opportunities. The conference focuses on digital therapies, breakthrough technologies, healthcare transformation, investments, and ecosystem development. Attendees can explore the latest digital health developments, attend thought-provoking presentations and workshops, and connect with venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and digital health firms. This event offers valuable insights into how innovation is shaping healthcare and provides opportunities for investment, startup development, and corporate collaborations.

COMEUP 2023

November 8-10 – South Korea

Discover the excitement at COMEUP 2023, the standout startup event in Seoul, organized by the Korea Startup Forum. Bringing together an exclusive lineup of top-tier venture capital firms and accelerators, COMEUP 2023 signals its growing prominence within the global startup ecosystem. This event underscores the pivotal role of the Korea Startup Forum as a major player in South Korea’s thriving startup scene, offering an array of startup-focused programs, from high-stakes pitching competitions to invaluable networking opportunities, sure to ignite innovation and entrepreneurship.

Startup Guide Summit 2023

November 11 – Portugal

The Startup Guide Summit unites startups, investors, public sector representatives, community builders, and key stakeholders from 60+ distinct startup ecosystems. Amidst the vibrant city of Lisbon, the Summit is driven by the central mission of cultivating exchange and collaboration among these multifaceted participants. With a core aim of identifying and aligning innovative solutions with the globe’s most significant challenges, this event not only encourages idea exchange but also hosts a Pitch Competition in collaboration with Impact Shakers.

MEDICA 2023

November 13-16 – Germany

MEDICA stands as one of the world’s largest medical B2B trade fairs. The event is a veritable showcase of innovative products and services in medical imaging, laboratory technology, diagnostics, health IT, mobile health, and more. Attendees can participate in a rich program of top-tier forums, conferences, and special shows, facilitating meaningful discussions with experts and policymakers, and featuring product pitches and award ceremonies. MEDICA 2023 is a must-see for everyone who wants to see the healthcare industry of the future in action.

Web Summit 2023

November 13-16 – Portugal

Over the years, Web Summit events have brought together an impressive number of attendees, totalling half a million individuals across various locations. The core mission of Web Summit centers around developing software that facilitates meaningful connections among a diverse range of individuals: CEOs, founders, investors, media professionals, politicians, and influential figures in the cultural sphere. This gathering of visionaries is collectively driving the transformation of our world.

ai-PULSE 2023

November 17 – France

ai-PULSE, Europe’s premier AI Conference by Scaleway, gathers 1000 attendees, 50 speakers, and features 3 stages. The event focuses on the latest AI trends, the future of machine learning, and the impact of Large Language Models on technology and business. Attendees gain insights into AI technology, products, and business cases. They are connect with experts to shape their 2024 AI strategies, whether for hiring, fundraising, or product development. The conference also offers hands-on support for engineers, code exploration, and cloud architecture insights to advance AI projects.

GreenTech Forum 2023

November 21-22 – France

The GreenTech Forum stands as a pivotal professional gathering at the forefront of the digital and environmental intersection. In the context of the growing significance of digital greenhouse gas emissions, this event is a vital platform for those committed to GreenIT and IT for Green. GreenTech Forum offers a unique space for stakeholders in the digital and environmental domains to convene, discuss critical issues, share their expertise, and shape the future of sustainable technology in Europe. The event features a rich program of conferences, workshops, and an expansive exhibition and networking space, making it an essential occasion for professionals across various functions within both private and public organizations.

Immersive Tech Week 2023

November 28- December 1 – Netherlands

Immersive Tech Week, hosted by the VRDays Europe Foundation, unites 150+ XR experts for discussions and networking in the metaverse and immersive tech space. It covers vital topics such as VR, AR, XR, AI, Web3, Web4, and haptics. Each day spotlights the practical implementation of immersive technology across various industries, including healthcare, education, life sciences, creative sectors, and media. This event stands as a key hub for those shaping the future of immersive tech.

Slush 2023

November 30- December 1 – Finland

The upcoming Slush 2023 event offers an action-packed schedule spanning two days, packed with captivating stage programs. Alongside these main programs, attendees can also participate in a range of side events, engaging talks at networking sessions, interactive roundtable discussions, and facilitated workshops. The speaker line-up is nothing short of exceptional, featuring accomplished founders, renowned investors, and influential figures from the startup and tech community.

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Walking through the sprawling halls of IFA Berlin 2025, it’s immediately clear that this isn’t just another trade show. This year’s edition solidified IFA Next as Europe’s premier showcase of consumer technology startups, an event where innovation meets practical applications in a comprehensive hardware-focused startup environment. The heart of European consumer tech innovation IFA Next has evolved into Europe’s hub for the latest on consumer tech. It’s where the continent’s most promising hardware startups converge with global visionaries and industry pioneers. This isn’t just marketing speak — Hall H25, dedicated entirely to consumer-focused hardware, was in many ways the largest and most influential gathering of consumer technology startups in Europe. The centerpiece was the Dream Stage, where bold ideas are shared through keynotes, panels, and highly anticipated pitch battles. Unlike other tech conferences, IFA Next maintains laser focus on technologies that will directly impact how people live, work, and interact with their environments. The Dream Stage is also where Europe’s next consumer tech unicorns are spotted far before they take flight. The finale of this year’s IFA Next Pitch Battle 2025: Breakthrough Battle saw founders presenting concepts to investors, media, and industry experts, competing for visibility, investment, and growth opportunities. Complementing the Dream Stage was the IFA Lab, an interactive testing ground where exhibitors, investors and industry  professionals collaborate to bring innovations from prototype to store shelves. The Lab is where Europe’s startups refined their ideas, engaged with industry experts, and pushed new technologies from concept to market reality. Hall H25: Europe’s consumer tech capital Hall H25 was home to what has become Europe’s largest dedicated consumer technology startup space. Beyond the sheer numbers, the hall is an indicator of how mature Europe’s hardware ecosystem has become. IFA Next specifically champions hardware solutions that people can touch, use and integrate into their daily lives. The diversity and ambition on display were remarkable. Both European and international startups presented solutions spanning healthcare, sustainable products, and cutting-edge tech for everyday use.  What stood out Addressing a critical gap in healthcare technology that affects families across the world, Coro, which won an IFA Innovation Award, accurately measures milk supply in real-time during breastfeeding. This is exactly the kind of practical, user-oriented innovation that defines IFA Next’s positioning. LeydenJar Technologies‘ groundbreaking battery technology deserves special mention for fundamentally rethinking energy storage for everyday devices. This startup is tackling what will arguably be one of the biggest challenges for consumer electronics as AI-powered devices become ubiquitous in European homes: more energy storage while keeping the dimensions small. Dtablet’s medication management solutions address  healthcare challenges that affect millions of European families. Their focus on reducing dosing uncertainty represents the practical, user-centered approach that characterizes Europe’s tech startups. Paptic’s bio-based, recyclable packaging materials are made from renewable wood fibers, a distinctly European approach to sustainable products. The startup won multiple awards, demonstrating how European startups are leading global sustainability trends. Unframe showcased immersive applications combining virtual reality and artificial intelligence, a bellwether of  next-generation digital experiences. The startup’s user-centric approach to VR and AI reflects its emphasis on practical applications over pure technological spectacle. Broadcasting innovation: IFA’s Twitch strategy One of the most forward-thinking aspects of IFA 2025 was the creation of dedicated Twitch live rooms for presenting products and news in real-time. Modern users expect interactive, accessible content about the products that will impact their lives, so this integration of live streaming represents a crucial evolution in how innovations reach their intended audiences. Sessions like “Retro Tech Rewind” with IFA CEO Leif Lindner were specifically designed for Twitch, demonstrating IFA Next’s commitment to making innovation accessible beyond the convention floor. This approach to content delivery could set new standards for how European startups engage with their markets. Europe’s consumer tech ecosystem at scale What makes IFA Next compelling is its comprehensive approach to nurturing consumer-focused innovation. It’s not just about displaying finished products; the focus here is on creating an environment where startups can connect with VCs, retail partners, buyers, and over 4,500 journalists. This ecosystem brings together everything from AI-powered home devices, smartphones, laptops and sustainable products to smart health solutions and wearable technology. With dedicated spaces for both demonstrations and retail networking, IFA Next bridged the gap between cutting-edge research and retail opportunities, a critical pathway for European hardware startups. While cities like London, Berlin, and Amsterdam host numerous tech conferences, none of those events match IFA Next’s specific focus on hardware innovation or its ability to connect startups directly with the global consumer electronics retail ecosystem. Samsung’s strong AI focus Samsung has put in a lot of time and effort into comprehensively integrating AI across its consumer product ecosystem. Take for example Its AI-enabled refrigerator: besides keeping your groceries fresh, it can propose recipes, and even identify missing ingredients — it’s a masterclass in how established brands are setting the bar for startups to reach and surpass. Samsung also showcased its expansion beyond traditional consumer electronics into B2B applications. Its IoT systems and 3D building visualization software demonstrated how consumer tech innovations can scale into commercial applications — a pathway many European startups at IFA Next are actively pursuing. The future of European consumer tech IFA 2025 has demonstrated that Europe’s technology startup ecosystem isn’t just thriving — it’s defining global trends. From sustainable packaging solutions to revolutionary healthcare devices, European startups at IFA Next are solving real problems with practical, scalable solutions. The combination of established electronics giants setting innovation benchmarks, ambitious startups developing market-ready solutions, and innovative presentation formats showed that IFA Next has become more than Europe’s largest consumer tech startup showcase: It’s evolved into an essential preview of European technology leadership. For anyone interested in understanding where European consumer technology innovation is heading, IFA Next represents the definitive annual checkpoint. The innovations showcased here by European and international startups will likely be the everyday products of tomorrow, and Europe’s leadership in making that transformation happen is becoming undeniably clear. As Europe’s premier consumer tech startup showcase, IFA Next

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