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Ireland

UStart Student Accelerator

Year Introduced: 2013 | City-level

The UStart Student Accelerator at Dublin City University (DCU) operates as an innovative extra-curricular program designed to empower student entrepreneurs. The program runs for approximately 12…

Israel

Tel Aviv Startup Exchange

Year Introduced: 2017 | City-level

The Tel Aviv Startup Exchange operates as a collaborative program connecting the startup ecosystems of Tel Aviv and other global hubs, such as Berlin. Its primary mechanism involves providing…

Ireland

Dublin's Resident Concierge

Year Introduced: 2016 | City-level

Dublin's Resident Concierge for Startups operates as a specialized support service designed to assist new businesses in navigating the complexities of establishing and growing in the city. The…

Estonia

Estonian Digital Education: HITSA

Year Introduced: 2017 | National-level

HITSA worked by initiating and guiding innovation in digital education, promoting the smart use of ICT in pre-school, general, vocational, and higher education. The foundation focused on enhancing…

Ireland

Office Space Matchmaking Service, Dublin

Year Introduced: 2016 | National-level

The Office Space Matchmaking Service in Dublin works by connecting startups and small businesses seeking flexible and affordable office space with companies or individuals who have surplus desks or…

Finland

NewCo Helsinki

Year Introduced: 2014 | City-level

NewCo Helsinki operates as a multifaceted support system for entrepreneurs and startups in the Helsinki region. It functions as a hub for entrepreneurship, offering a range of free services designed…

Ireland

TechIreland

Year Introduced: 2017 | National-level

TechIreland operates as a comprehensive platform and resource hub for the Irish technology sector. At its core, it functions as a data-driven organization that collects, organizes, and disseminates…

India

Goa Startup Policy 2020

Year Introduced: 2020 | Sub-national

The Goa Startup Policy 2021 works through a multi-faceted approach to foster a thriving startup ecosystem in the state. Here's an overview of its key operational aspects:Implementation Structure:The…

Argentina

Programme for the Development of Entrepreneurial Investment in Technology (PROFIET)

Year Introduced: 2009 | National-level

At its core, PROFIET functions as a financial support mechanism, providing various forms of funding to eligible participants, including venture capitalists, investors, and entrepreneurs involved in…

United Kingdom

Bristol is Open

Year Introduced: 2017 | City-level

BiO operates as an innovative smart city initiative, functioning as a joint venture between the University of Bristol and Bristol City Council. The program has several key features:Infrastructure and…

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