Armenia's Insurance CEOs on Risk, Investment & Opportunity
Armenia’s insurance market is still underdeveloped, and now it’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.
📍 Ground Zero Venture Cafe: 1 Saryan St., Yerevan
📅 April 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM
🗣 Primary language: Armenian 🇦🇲
🔗 Seats are limited. Register asap: https://luma.com/xhhrra7d
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Armenia’s insurance market is still underdeveloped, and now it’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.
📍 Ground Zero Venture Cafe: 1 Saryan St., Yerevan
📅 April 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM
🗣 Primary language: Armenian 🇦🇲
🔗 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:
🔍 How ideas are validated before building
🔍 What makes a product hard to compete with
🔍 How roles, priorities, and teams change over time
🔍 The mistakes founders tend to make early on
🔍 How decision-making and leadership shift as pressure grows
📅 April 11, Saturday | 14:00–16:00
📍 Woods Center
🔗 Registration: https://ardy.am/am/course/173
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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:
🔍 How ideas are validated before building
🔍 What makes a product hard to compete with
🔍 How roles, priorities, and teams change over time
🔍 The mistakes founders tend to make early on
🔍 How decision-making and leadership shift as pressure grows
📅 April 11, Saturday | 14:00–16:00
📍 Woods Center
🔗 Registration: https://ardy.am/am/course/173
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New Norm is listed on eqwefy.com for investment!
Source: eqwefy, New Nörm
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.
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Source: eqwefy, New Nörm
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.
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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 €10,000 for top participants in each thematic cohort.
Eligible focus areas:
🟢 Food & Agritech
🟢 Healthcare
🟢 Energy & Renewables
🟢 Smart Cities & Urban Mobility
🟢 Advanced and Green Manufacturing
🟢 Metals, Minerals & Industrial Side Streams
Armenian applicants are eligible to participate through the country’s status as a Horizon Europe Associated Country.
📅 Deadline: May 8, 2026.
🔗 More info & details: https://eitjumpstarter.eu/programme-details/
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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 €10,000 for top participants in each thematic cohort.
Eligible focus areas:
🟢 Food & Agritech
🟢 Healthcare
🟢 Energy & Renewables
🟢 Smart Cities & Urban Mobility
🟢 Advanced and Green Manufacturing
🟢 Metals, Minerals & Industrial Side Streams
Armenian applicants are eligible to participate through the country’s status as a Horizon Europe Associated Country.
📅 Deadline: May 8, 2026.
🔗 More info & details: https://eitjumpstarter.eu/programme-details/
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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.
📅 April 17, 2026 | 18:30
📍 Matenadaran (2nd Building), Yerevan
🎟 Secure your spot here: https://shorturl.at/6pq6o
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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.
📅 April 17, 2026 | 18:30
📍 Matenadaran (2nd Building), Yerevan
🎟 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 it’s worth your time:
• Build real AI products in 24 hours
• Collaborate with top global talent
• Access $30K+ prizes + $150K+ API credits
• Top teams move to a venture track → incubation & funding
If you’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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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 it’s worth your time:
• Build real AI products in 24 hours
• Collaborate with top global talent
• Access $30K+ prizes + $150K+ API credits
• Top teams move to a venture track → incubation & funding
If you’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
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Startup Acceleration Program 2026 in Georgia 🇬🇪 - open to startups globally (inc. Armenia)
A new 1-year hybrid acceleration program by 2080 VC, Founder Institute and Startup Büro. Open to founders globally from idea to pre-seed stage.
Key points:
• Up to $55K non-dilutive grant (performance-based)
• Mentorship + structured venture building
• Access to global network
• 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
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A new 1-year hybrid acceleration program by 2080 VC, Founder Institute and Startup Büro. Open to founders globally from idea to pre-seed stage.
Key points:
• Up to $55K non-dilutive grant (performance-based)
• Mentorship + structured venture building
• Access to global network
• 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
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Call for Talk Proposals for PyData & PyCon Yerevan 2026
PyData & PyCon Yerevan 2026 has opened its call for speakers — and if there’s real work behind what’s being built with Python or data, there’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. 👀
⏳ Submission Deadline: April 19, 2026
📍 Submit your talk at https://pycon.am/
❓ Questions: yerevan@pydata.org
#pydatayerevan #pyconyerevan #PyDataPyConYerevan2026 #techconference
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PyData & PyCon Yerevan 2026 has opened its call for speakers — and if there’s real work behind what’s being built with Python or data, there’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. 👀
⏳ Submission Deadline: April 19, 2026
📍 Submit your talk at https://pycon.am/
❓ 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:
• Practical view on building startups from CEE & Caucasus
• What global accelerators don’t tell you
• Real advantages local founders can leverage today
• How to go global starting from here
For founders and operators thinking beyond local markets.
👉 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!
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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:
• Practical view on building startups from CEE & Caucasus
• What global accelerators don’t tell you
• Real advantages local founders can leverage today
• How to go global starting from here
For founders and operators thinking beyond local markets.
👉 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!
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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 you’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!
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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 you’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!
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Want to use AI systematically — 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 you’ll learn:
• Market & competitor research with AI
• Better prompting + custom AI workflows
• Requirements, user stories, process logic
• Turning ideas into MVPs / prototypes
• 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
• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yervand-malkhasyan/
• 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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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 you’ll learn:
• Market & competitor research with AI
• Better prompting + custom AI workflows
• Requirements, user stories, process logic
• Turning ideas into MVPs / prototypes
• 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
• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yervand-malkhasyan/
• 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!
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🚀 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:
• Learn from an angel investor, entrepreneur, and educator
• Decades of innovation experience
• Opportunity to connect with the local startup community
📍 American University of Armenia, Manuelian Auditorium
🏛 Hosted by EPIC - Entrepreneurship and Product Innovation Center
👉 Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/imagine-alwaystm-epic-hack-night-with-dr-zarik-boghossian-tickets-1987956215555
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Dr. Zarik Boghossian will speak at 6:30 PM on leadership, imagination, and entrepreneurship in the age of AI.
Why attend:
• Learn from an angel investor, entrepreneur, and educator
• Decades of innovation experience
• Opportunity to connect with the local startup community
📍 American University of Armenia, Manuelian Auditorium
🏛 Hosted by EPIC - Entrepreneurship and Product Innovation Center
👉 Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/imagine-alwaystm-epic-hack-night-with-dr-zarik-boghossian-tickets-1987956215555
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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:
✅4-day Design Thinking bootcamp (June 24–27)
✅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:
🔸HackNation Global AI Hackathon local winners
🔸Armenian Code Academy (SAP program) graduates
🔸Plug and Play Armenia participants
👉Check out all the details here.
⏳Limited spots. Applications closing soon.
#ImpactWeek2026 #DesignThinking
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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:
✅4-day Design Thinking bootcamp (June 24–27)
✅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:
🔸HackNation Global AI Hackathon local winners
🔸Armenian Code Academy (SAP program) graduates
🔸Plug and Play Armenia participants
👉Check out all the details here.
⏳Limited spots. Applications closing soon.
#ImpactWeek2026 #DesignThinking
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SECO Startup Fund (SSF) — non-dilutive funding for Swiss-connected startups operating in Armenia.
Source: Swiss Embassy in Armenia
The fund provides CHF 300K–1M (~$360K–1.2M USD) debt financing with flexible 2–5 year terms and no equity dilution.
Who it fits:
• Post-revenue companies
• Armenian companies with a meaningful Swiss connection (investors, partners, supply chain, or market)
• Startups creating measurable impact in emerging markets
Interesting option for founders looking for growth capital without giving up equity.
👉 Check eligibility & apply here: https://forms.fillout.com/t/hmowz8ZuMKus
#DebtFunding #SSF
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Source: Swiss Embassy in Armenia
The fund provides CHF 300K–1M (~$360K–1.2M USD) debt financing with flexible 2–5 year terms and no equity dilution.
Who it fits:
• Post-revenue companies
• Armenian companies with a meaningful Swiss connection (investors, partners, supply chain, or market)
• Startups creating measurable impact in emerging markets
Interesting option for founders looking for growth capital without giving up equity.
👉 Check eligibility & apply here: https://forms.fillout.com/t/hmowz8ZuMKus
#DebtFunding #SSF
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🚀 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:
• 700K+ creators on the platform
• Supplying data to 6 major foundation model companies
• ~$40M annual run-rate revenue
• $15M already paid to contributors
Congrats to Wirestock team on this milestone 👏
#Wirestock #Investment #SuccessStory
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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:
• 700K+ creators on the platform
• Supplying data to 6 major foundation model companies
• ~$40M annual run-rate revenue
• $15M already paid to contributors
Congrats to Wirestock team on this milestone 👏
#Wirestock #Investment #SuccessStory
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📢 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:
• energy transition
• grid modernization
• demand flexibility
• energy affordability & optimization
Who can apply:
• Pre-Seed → Post-Series A startups
• HQ in Europe or Israel
• AI/ML-driven products with traction
• Teams committed to active participation (esp. CTO/technical leads)
What selected startups get:
• Mentorship from Google & industry experts
• Technical support on AI/ML challenges
• Access to Google AI products, TPUs & cloud credits
• Workshops on product, GTM, growth & leadership
📅 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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Source: Google
A 3-month equity-free hybrid accelerator for AI startups working on:
• energy transition
• grid modernization
• demand flexibility
• energy affordability & optimization
Who can apply:
• Pre-Seed → Post-Series A startups
• HQ in Europe or Israel
• AI/ML-driven products with traction
• Teams committed to active participation (esp. CTO/technical leads)
What selected startups get:
• Mentorship from Google & industry experts
• Technical support on AI/ML challenges
• Access to Google AI products, TPUs & cloud credits
• Workshops on product, GTM, growth & leadership
📅 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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📢 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:
• what investors evaluate in startups
• common fundraising mistakes
• 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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Hosted by EPIC - Entrepreneurship and Product Innovation Center the session will cover Science and Technology Angels Network (STAN) perspectives on:
• what investors evaluate in startups
• common fundraising mistakes
• 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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📢 Applications are open for the WISE Prize for Education 2026–2027
Source: Wise Qatar
What stands out:
• $100K–125K MVP development funding for each finalist
• Additional $1M prize pool for top winners
• 12 months of mentorship & product support
• Access to a 60K+ global education network
The focus is on practical, scalable solutions improving learning and life outcomes — especially around:
• AI in education
• Foundational skills
• Underserved learners
• Wellbeing
• Language & culture-driven education
Armenian TUMO Center for Creative Technologies won 1st place in the previous cycle. 👏
Strong fit for edtech founders, NGOs, education programs, and mission-driven teams working on scalable education solutions.
📅 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
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Source: Wise Qatar
What stands out:
• $100K–125K MVP development funding for each finalist
• Additional $1M prize pool for top winners
• 12 months of mentorship & product support
• Access to a 60K+ global education network
The focus is on practical, scalable solutions improving learning and life outcomes — especially around:
• AI in education
• Foundational skills
• Underserved learners
• Wellbeing
• Language & culture-driven education
Armenian TUMO Center for Creative Technologies won 1st place in the previous cycle. 👏
Strong fit for edtech founders, NGOs, education programs, and mission-driven teams working on scalable education solutions.
📅 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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📢 Startup Grind Yerevan is hosting an intimate evening with Vazgen Hakobjanyan on building companies, culture, systems — and yourself.
Not a typical “startup success story,” but a candid conversation about:
• pivots, uncertainty & resilience
• burnout & self-discovery
• leadership & organizational culture
• the untold history of Armenia’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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Not a typical “startup success story,” but a candid conversation about:
• pivots, uncertainty & resilience
• burnout & self-discovery
• leadership & organizational culture
• the untold history of Armenia’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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🚀 Applications are open for TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 2026
Source: TechCruch
One of the world’s most recognized startup competitions — alumni include Dropbox, Cloudflare, Discord, Trello and others.
Who should apply:
• Early-stage startups (mostly pre-Series A)
• Global founders across industries
• Companies with a working MVP and strong founder story
What selected startups get:
• Showcase at TechCrunch Disrupt
• Investor & media exposure
• Pitch training & VC masterclasses
• Access to TechCrunch alumni network
• 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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Source: TechCruch
One of the world’s most recognized startup competitions — alumni include Dropbox, Cloudflare, Discord, Trello and others.
Who should apply:
• Early-stage startups (mostly pre-Series A)
• Global founders across industries
• Companies with a working MVP and strong founder story
What selected startups get:
• Showcase at TechCrunch Disrupt
• Investor & media exposure
• Pitch training & VC masterclasses
• Access to TechCrunch alumni network
• 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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