Tec Labs made its mark at Web Summit 2024, held in Lisbon, by joining the largest tech conference in the world alongside its innovative startups: KeepIt, Neroes, IMAGI, and Granter.ai.
Each of this four had its own stand, presenting its solutions to an international audience of investors, industry leaders, and tech enthusiasts. Additionally, Mariana de Oliveira from IMAGI Health and former Tec Labs member presented their solution at the MedTech Startup Showcase.
During the event, Tec Labs participated in sessions that highlighted the AI era, with discussions on the hard regulatory paths Europe still faces in comparison with the United States, translating into slower incorporation rates of this technology.
The European Union’s plans to finance deep tech ventures through the EIC programs were also discussed, highlighting the steps towards applying to the EIC Accelerator.
The European Investment Fund announced the funding in 3 Portuguese Funds, Armilar Venture Partners, 33N Ventures and Faber, with a total of 90M€, with an expected return of 400M€, which brings positive news to the Portuguese innovation ecosystem.
Additionally, sessions on customer insights and market fit emphasized the importance of understanding the end user for startup success.
The event also featured inspiring case studies from Brazil, showcasing successful science and technology parks as models of innovation and economic growth.
Tec Labs left the Web Summit energized and ready to further support its startups in scaling their innovations and connecting with global opportunities.
