Atlas: GEN’s Policy Portal

Atlas is a compendium of public sector policies and programs that serves as a tool for policymakers, advisors and opinion leaders to learn about previously implemented policy models, articulated entrepreneurship strategies and/or designs of public-sector-supported programs.
 
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Estonian Digital Education: HITSA

Year Introduced: | 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…

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Innovation Vouchers

Year Introduced: | National-level

Under this initiative, eligible SMEs can apply for vouchers worth €5,000 or €10,000, depending on the administering body (e.g., Enterprise Ireland or Local Enterprise Offices). These vouchers can be…

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Equity crowdfunding regulation

Year Introduced: | National-level

Under this framework, the Commissione Nazionale per le Società e la Borsa (CONSOB) was given the authority to determine and implement the operational measures for equity crowdfunding. The regulation…

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The Enterprise Ireland Commercialization Fund Program

Year Introduced: | National-level

The Enterprise Ireland Commercialization Fund Program operates through a structured process designed to support researchers in transforming their innovative ideas into commercially viable products or…

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Tel Aviv Startup Exchange

Year Introduced: | 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…

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Dublin's Resident Concierge

Year Introduced: | 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…

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The Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme

Year Introduced: | National-level

The Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) operates as a government-funded initiative to accelerate the rollout of gigabit-capable broadband in rural and hard-to-reach areas of the UK. The scheme…

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TechIreland

Year Introduced: | 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…

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Contamination Labs

Year Introduced: | National-level

The CLabs programs operate as innovative entrepreneurship education initiatives within the university system. These programs typically run for about five months, offering a unique blend of…

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Goa Startup Policy 2020

Year Introduced: | 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…