Are you developing Research & Development (R&D) activities in Portugal?If so, obtaining the Certification Seal (“Selo de Idoneidade”) issued by the Portuguese National Innovation Agency (ANI) could be a crucial step towards the growth and success of your project. What is the ANI Certification Seal? The ANI Certification Seal, or “Selo ID”, is a recognition…
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Do you know how to spot a promising startup? Investing in startups can be one of the most rewarding avenues for growth, but the key to success lies in identifying which startups have the potential to thrive. At The Venture Builder, we specialise in sourcing high-potential startups directly at their origin and assisting investors in…
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We are thrilled to announce that The Venture Builder has been selected to participate in SPIDER’s Twinning Programme. As part of this exciting opportunity, we will be partnering with KrugerLabs from Argentina, fostering cross-continental collaboration to drive digital transformation and innovation. SPIDER is an EU-funded project that strengthens the long-standing tradition of collaboration between the…
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Are you looking for an effective way to conduct market validation? Did you know that one of the most efficient and accessible methods for achieving this is through Test Beds? Test Beds are infrastructures dedicated to providing companies – especially SMEs and startups – with a controlled environment where they can test and experiment with…
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The Venture Builder and Acelera Startup Have Partnered Up! This collaboration offers our clients a unique opportunity to accelerate the growth of their innovative projects through the Acelera Startups – MentorDay program. If your project operates in the areas of Tourism, Creative Industries, Audiovisual Sector, Culture, Food (eFood), Energy Transition, or other innovative sectors, this…
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Do you know debt financing and equity financing are two primary ways for startups to raise capital? Here’s a comparison highlighting the benefits of debt financing over equity financing for startups: 1. Ownership Retention No Dilution of Ownership: Debt financing allows startup founders to retain full ownership and control of their company. Unlike equity financing,…
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Do you remember the EU-LAC Digital Accelerator? It is back, with it’s 2nd call, for EU-LAC Digital Business Partnerships focused on Cleantech alongside Smart Production. Corporates facing challenges partnering with startups or SMEs providing digital solutions from different sides of the Atlantic can apply to win in-kind acceleration services valued at up to €30,000 or…
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Have you have heard about convertible notes? Convertible notes, or convertible bonds are a form of debt with interest paid on predefined terms and these notes can transform into equity when a clause, such as an equity financing event that was defined before or on the discretion of the investor, or any other condition that…
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Applications are now open for this year’s edition of the Road 2 Web Summit! If you are an entrepreneur with a promising startup, this is your chance to shine at the world’s largest tech event. The joint initiative by Startup Portugal and Web Summit selects the best startups to represent Portugal at Web Summit 2024,…
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of venture capital and startup ecosystems, one thing remains clear: success is rarely achieved by oneself. The most successful ventures often thrive not merely because of their groundbreaking ideas or innovative products but because of the strategic alliances they forge along the way. At The Venture Builder Investor’s Club, we…
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