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Armenian Startup Ecosystem News Channel
by Ruben Osipyan @rubenosipyan
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Armenia's Insurance CEOs on Risk, Investment & Opportunity

Armeniaโ€™s insurance market is still underdeveloped, and now itโ€™s starting to get more attention across the industry.

As part of the Ground Zero Financial Series, backed by the Central Bank of Armenia, an upcoming event will explore insurance as a financial and investment tool.

This event is for anyone serious about their financial future, including business owners, entrepreneurs, investors, finance professionals, startup founders, and individuals seeking to make informed decisions about protecting and growing their wealth.

๐Ÿ“ Ground Zero Venture Cafe: 1 Saryan St., Yerevan
๐Ÿ“… April 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM
๐Ÿ—ฃ Primary language: Armenian ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฒ
๐Ÿ”— Seats are limited. Register asap: https://luma.com/xhhrra7d

#InsuranceSector #FinancialSeries #GroundZero

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Startup Building & Leadership Talk for Future Founders

ARDY Academy is hosting a session on what it actually takes to build a startup and grow into the role of a founder.

Ruben Osipyan (STAN) and Sevada Baghdyan (Boyden Armenia and Georgia) will lead the session, designing it as a practical, experience-based discussion. Over two hours, they will walk through what actually happens from the earliest stages of a startup to the point where both the company and the founder begin to scale.

You can expect a grounded conversation around:

๐Ÿ” How ideas are validated before building
๐Ÿ” What makes a product hard to compete with
๐Ÿ” How roles, priorities, and teams change over time
๐Ÿ” The mistakes founders tend to make early on
๐Ÿ” How decision-making and leadership shift as pressure grows

๐Ÿ“… April 11, Saturday | 14:00โ€“16:00
๐Ÿ“ Woods Center
๐Ÿ”— Registration: https://ardy.am/am/course/173

#ForFounders #Leadership #EarlyStageStartups

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New Norm is listed on eqwefy.com for investment!

Source: eqwefy, New Nรถrm

New Norm is building an AI-powered mental health infrastructure platform - combining emotional memory, AI interaction, and therapist integration into one continuous system to transform how mental therapy is delivered.

You can find more details on the deal and invest on eqwefy platform: https://eqwefy.com/en/startup-investment/2a0d1c36-6fea-4ef6-a8ce-65b6baaa8e5a

eqwefy is an investment platform regulated by the Central Bank of Armenia.

#eqwefy #NewNรถrm #Investment

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Applications Open for EIT Jumpstarter Pre-Acceleration Program

Applications are now open for the 2026 edition of EIT Jumpstarter, a seven-month pre-acceleration program supporting early-stage innovators in commercializing ideas and building viable startups.

The program provides mentoring, training, and prize funding of up to โ‚ฌ10,000 for top participants in each thematic cohort.

Eligible focus areas:

๐ŸŸข Food & Agritech
๐ŸŸข Healthcare
๐ŸŸข Energy & Renewables
๐ŸŸข Smart Cities & Urban Mobility
๐ŸŸข Advanced and Green Manufacturing
๐ŸŸข Metals, Minerals & Industrial Side Streamsโ€‹

Armenian applicants are eligible to participate through the countryโ€™s status as a Horizon Europe Associated Country.

๐Ÿ“… Deadline: May 8, 2026.
๐Ÿ”— More info & details: https://eitjumpstarter.eu/programme-details/

#EIT #Jumpstarter #Preacceleration

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International Pre-Acceleration Program in Armenia | Kick-off Event

Plug and Play Armenia will host a kick-off event on April 17 to introduce the selected startups for Batch 3 of its International Pre-Acceleration Program.

The event will mark the official start of the new cohort, with participating teams entering a program designed to support early-stage startups through mentorship, global network access, and connections to potential investors.

The kick-off event will bring together founders, investors, and members of the startup community, offering an opportunity to engage with the newly selected teams.

๐Ÿ“… April 17, 2026 | 18:30
๐Ÿ“ Matenadaran (2nd Building), Yerevan
๐ŸŽŸ Secure your spot here: https://shorturl.at/6pq6o

#PlugandPlay #Batch3 #PreAcceleration

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Global AI Hackathon Opportunity

Hack-Nation is bringing together 1,500+ participants from 300+ universities (MIT, Stanford, ETH, Oxford, etc.) for a 24-hour AI build sprint.

This year, Armenia has an onsite hub at TUMO Labs meaning you can join globally and work locally with teams, mentors, and extra prizes.

Why itโ€™s worth your time:
โ€ข Build real AI products in 24 hours
โ€ข Collaborate with top global talent
โ€ข Access $30K+ prizes + $150K+ API credits
โ€ข Top teams move to a venture track โ†’ incubation & funding

If youโ€™re exploring AI or thinking about a startup, this is a high-leverage weekend.

Apply: https://hack-nation.ai
Join local Telegram group to find teammates: https://t.me/+ACzToVN6Xu9hMTU6

#HackNation #Hackathon #IncubationProgram #TUMOLabs

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Startup Acceleration Program 2026 in Georgia ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช - open to startups globally (inc. Armenia)

A new 1-year hybrid acceleration program by 2080 VC, Founder Institute and Startup Bรผro. Open to founders globally from idea to pre-seed stage.

Key points:
โ€ข Up to $55K non-dilutive grant (performance-based)
โ€ข Mentorship + structured venture building
โ€ข Access to global network
โ€ข Open to international startups (must establish entity in Georgia)

Why consider:
Early-stage friendly (no strong traction required) + grant component makes it a relatively low-risk entry point into structured startup building.

Application Deadline: June 14, 2026
Apply here: https://airtable.com/app3GcAWG5YzODiqX/shrLpvtNdUbshqEPm

#Georgia #StartupAcceleration #Hybrid #FundingOpportunity

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Call for Talk Proposals for PyData & PyCon Yerevan 2026

PyData & PyCon Yerevan 2026 has opened its call for speakers โ€” and if thereโ€™s real work behind whatโ€™s being built with Python or data, thereโ€™s already something worth sharing.

The conference brings together Python, data, and research communities across industries, backgrounds, and experience levels.

If you are building, researching, experimenting, teaching, or solving real problems with Python and data, this stage is open to you.

Not every opportunity needs weeks of prep. Some just need 2 days and a decision. ๐Ÿ‘€

โณ Submission Deadline: April 19, 2026
๐Ÿ“ Submit your talk at https://pycon.am/
โ“ Questions: yerevan@pydata.org

#pydatayerevan #pyconyerevan #PyDataPyConYerevan2026 #techconference

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Happening Today - Where will the next global startups come from?

On April 20, Alex M. Dascalu (Founder Institute CEE & Caucasus, Georgian Innovative Startup Accelerator) joins Startup Grind Yerevan to share a decade of hands-on experience building founder programs across the region.

Why this is worth attending:
โ€ข Practical view on building startups from CEE & Caucasus
โ€ข What global accelerators donโ€™t tell you
โ€ข Real advantages local founders can leverage today
โ€ข How to go global starting from here

For founders and operators thinking beyond local markets.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Join & rethink where global companies can start: https://www.startupgrind.com/events/details/startup-grind-yerevan-presents-what-silicon-valley-accelerators-wont-tell-you-why-this-region-can-build-global-winners/

See you there!

#StartupGrindYerevan #Event #Networking

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AICA Pitch Session #29 - applications open

Source: AICA

The Angel Investor Club of Armenia (AICA) is opening applications for its next pitch session.

This is for startups of any stage that build for global markets and with early traction.

If youโ€™re ready for candid feedback and actual capital conversations - this is for you.

Apply: https://form.typeform.com/to/kLfVdOUK
Application Deadline: May 1 (incl.)

Good luck!

#AICA #AngelInvesting #Pitching #Startups

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Want to use AI systematically โ€” not randomly?

A 2-month practical course in Yerevan: Mastering AI: From Idea to Solution

Designed for founders, analysts, product people, and anyone with a business idea who wants to turn AI tools into real outcomes.

What youโ€™ll learn:
โ€ข Market & competitor research with AI
โ€ข Better prompting + custom AI workflows
โ€ข Requirements, user stories, process logic
โ€ข Turning ideas into MVPs / prototypes
โ€ข Pitch-ready presentations & outputs

Not theory, but applying everything to your own project.
You can attend the first 2 classes free, then decide whether to continue.

Yerevan, Tigran Mets 80/1
Starts: Apr 27, 19:00
Full course: 185,000 AMD

Trainer: Yervand Maklkhasyan
โ€ข LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yervand-malkhasyan/
โ€ข YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TechCreatorsLab
 
Contact: +374 77 45 17 27

Register: https://forms.gle/jrTs8pgYnehPVeqp8

P.S. Announcement pubslished a bit late, but we hope there is still room to attend the training!

#MasteringAI #Training

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๐Ÿš€ Today at AUA: EPIC Hack Night

Dr. Zarik Boghossian will speak at 6:30 PM on leadership, imagination, and entrepreneurship in the age of AI.

Why attend:
โ€ข Learn from an angel investor, entrepreneur, and educator
โ€ข Decades of innovation experience
โ€ข Opportunity to connect with the local startup community

๐Ÿ“ American University of Armenia, Manuelian Auditorium
๐Ÿ› Hosted by EPIC - Entrepreneurship and Product Innovation Center

๐Ÿ‘‰ Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/imagine-alwaystm-epic-hack-night-with-dr-zarik-boghossian-tickets-1987956215555

#Networking #Event #EPICNight

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Global Design Thinking program lands in Armenia

Impact Week Armenia 2026, an international innovation program, will take place in Yerevan for the first time.

At its core is design thinking, a widely used framework for solving real-world problems, now being brought to Armenia in collaboration with Yerevan State University and TUMO Labs.

Participants can choose between two tracks:
โœ…4-day Design Thinking bootcamp (June 24โ€“27)
โœ…Design Thinking Coach Certification

The program focuses on practical innovation and problem-solving skills, while connecting Armenia to a global network of experts.

Scholarships available for:

๐Ÿ”ธHackNation Global AI Hackathon local winners
๐Ÿ”ธArmenian Code Academy (SAP program) graduates
๐Ÿ”ธPlug and Play Armenia participants

๐Ÿ‘‰Check out all the details here.
โณLimited spots. Applications closing soon.

#ImpactWeek2026 #DesignThinking

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SECO Startup Fund (SSF) โ€” non-dilutive funding for Swiss-connected startups operating in Armenia.

Source: Swiss Embassy in Armenia

The fund provides CHF 300Kโ€“1M (~$360Kโ€“1.2M USD) debt financing with flexible 2โ€“5 year terms and no equity dilution.

Who it fits:
โ€ข Post-revenue companies
โ€ข Armenian companies with a meaningful Swiss connection (investors, partners, supply chain, or market)
โ€ข Startups creating measurable impact in emerging markets

Interesting option for founders looking for growth capital without giving up equity.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Check eligibility & apply here: https://forms.fillout.com/t/hmowz8ZuMKus

#DebtFunding #SSF

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๐Ÿš€ Armenian startup Wirestock raised a $23M Series A after a major pivot into AI data infrastructure

Photo & News Source: Techcrunch


Originally known as a platform helping photographers monetize content on stock marketplaces, Wirestock repositioned itself into a supplier of multimodal datasets for leading AI labs.

Some impressive stats:
โ€ข 700K+ creators on the platform
โ€ข Supplying data to 6 major foundation model companies
โ€ข ~$40M annual run-rate revenue
โ€ข $15M already paid to contributors

Congrats to Wirestock team on this milestone ๐Ÿ‘

#Wirestock #Investment #SuccessStory

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๐Ÿ“ข Applications are open for the Google for Startups Accelerator Europe & Israel

Source: Google

A 3-month equity-free hybrid accelerator for AI startups working on:
โ€ข energy transition
โ€ข grid modernization
โ€ข demand flexibility
โ€ข energy affordability & optimization

Who can apply:
โ€ข Pre-Seed โ†’ Post-Series A startups
โ€ข HQ in Europe or Israel
โ€ข AI/ML-driven products with traction
โ€ข Teams committed to active participation (esp. CTO/technical leads)

What selected startups get:
โ€ข Mentorship from Google & industry experts
โ€ข Technical support on AI/ML challenges
โ€ข Access to Google AI products, TPUs & cloud credits
โ€ข Workshops on product, GTM, growth & leadership

๐Ÿ“… Deadline: June 12, 2026
Learn more and apply: https://startup.google.com/programs/accelerator/europe-israel/

#Accelerator #AIStartups #Google #Europe #Israel

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๐Ÿ“ข Fundraising readiness and what investors look for in early-stage startups.

Hosted by EPIC - Entrepreneurship and Product Innovation Center the session will cover Science and Technology Angels Network (STAN) perspectives on:
โ€ข what investors evaluate in startups
โ€ข common fundraising mistakes
โ€ข how founders can better prepare for raising capital

When: May 18 at 6:30 PM
Venue: Akian Art Gallery, American University of Armenia

Whether you are actively building a startup or simply interested in entrepreneurship and venture investment, this talk will offer valuable insights into the fundraising process. The event is open to the public.

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-raise-chances-to-get-investment-for-your-startup-tickets-1989367612080

#AUA #EPIC #Networking #Event

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๐Ÿ“ข Applications are open for the WISE Prize for Education 2026โ€“2027

Source: Wise Qatar

What stands out:
โ€ข $100Kโ€“125K MVP development funding for each finalist
โ€ข Additional $1M prize pool for top winners
โ€ข 12 months of mentorship & product support
โ€ข Access to a 60K+ global education network

The focus is on practical, scalable solutions improving learning and life outcomes โ€” especially around:
โ€ข AI in education
โ€ข Foundational skills
โ€ข Underserved learners
โ€ข Wellbeing
โ€ข Language & culture-driven education

Armenian TUMO Center for Creative Technologies won 1st place in the previous cycle. ๐Ÿ‘

Strong fit for edtech founders, NGOs, education programs, and mission-driven teams working on scalable education solutions.

๐Ÿ“… Deadline: June 27, 2026
Apply and learn more: https://www.wise-qatar.org/app/uploads/2026/05/wise_prize_for_education_2026_2027-final.html

#Funding #Grant #Education #EduTech

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๐Ÿ“ข Startup Grind Yerevan is hosting an intimate evening with Vazgen Hakobjanyan on building companies, culture, systems โ€” and yourself.

Not a typical โ€œstartup success story,โ€ but a candid conversation about:
โ€ข pivots, uncertainty & resilience
โ€ข burnout & self-discovery
โ€ข leadership & organizational culture
โ€ข the untold history of Armeniaโ€™s startup ecosystem

Good fit for founders, builders, students, and anyone navigating uncertainty while trying to create meaningful work.

Date & Time: May 20, 18:30
Venue: Ground Zero Specialty Coffee, 1 Martiros Saryan Street, Yerevan

RSVP: https://www.startupgrind.com/events/details/startup-grind-yerevan-presents-building-companies-building-yourself-11-lessons-learned-the-hard-way/

#StartupGrindYerevan #Event #Networking

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๐Ÿš€ Applications are open for TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 2026

Source: TechCruch

One of the worldโ€™s most recognized startup competitions โ€” alumni include Dropbox, Cloudflare, Discord, Trello and others.

Who should apply:
โ€ข Early-stage startups (mostly pre-Series A)
โ€ข Global founders across industries
โ€ข Companies with a working MVP and strong founder story

What selected startups get:
โ€ข Showcase at TechCrunch Disrupt
โ€ข Investor & media exposure
โ€ข Pitch training & VC masterclasses
โ€ข Access to TechCrunch alumni network
โ€ข Chance to win a $100K equity-free prize

Application deadline: May 27, 2026
Apply: https://techcrunch.com/startup-battlefield/

#TechCrunchStartupBattlefield #Apply #Fundraising

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