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It's D-day! Come meet us at the Singapore FinTech Festival - We will be at the German Pavilion as part of Start2 Group, from Nov 6 - 8 at the Singapore EXPO. Drop by our booth in Hall 5 at the German Pavilion to discover our latest programs designed to empower startups and scale-ups on their journey to success, and explore your opportunities in the German market. Let's connect and discuss how we can support your growth! #SFF2024 #Start2Group #FinTech

Wishing all a bright and joyous Deepavali filled with light, love, and happiness! May this festival bring warmth to your home and peace to your heart. Happy Deepavali!

The time for action is now – the GREENTECH FESTIVAL Singapore brought together innovators and change-makers driving sustainability forward. Themed 'Tear Down, Rethink, Rebuild for Tomorrow', the event stressed the need to radically rethink our entire system in order to tackle climate issues, through the thought-proving panels featuring key players and climate leaders that dived into multiple pressing climate issues, including: 💡 Corporates need to start measuring their Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions in order to establish a baseline, in order to pinpoint focus areas for emission reductions 💡 Corporate-startup partnerships and collaborations are key to driving sustainability across various industries such as energy, manufacturing, and logistics 💡 The carbon market trust crisis and and how regulations and quality assurance is critical to establish credibility for carbon credits 💡 The energy requirements and carbon output of Large Language Models and Generative AI is an emerging issue that needs resolving 👏 The heartening highlight? Learning about the impactful startups and companies at the forefront of change. Rotem Inbar, Head of Climate Tech Competence Center at Start2 Group had the honour of moderating one of the startup slams, where Diaper Recycling Technology ultimately emerged as grand finalist - congratulations! Together, we left the festival inspired and more determined than ever to accelerate the shift towards a sustainable future. From innovative startups to critical conversations, the GREENTECH FESTIVAL showcased the need for collective action and bold thinking. 🌱 -- Start2 Group Janelle Low Timothy Yeo Rotem Libby Blanc Inbar Janice Chan #GTFConnect #GreenTech #StartupInnovation

🌍 What a trip! Our latest cohort has just completed an exciting market immersion in Munich, and what an incredible experience it has been! 🚀 For a week, our innovative startups from diverse industries participated in insightful workshops from industry experts, pitch coaching with local investors, and visited local companies - special thanks to Liebherr Group and Institute for Sustainability - Institut für Nachhaltigkeit (Nürnberg) for the warm welcome! During the trip, the startups immersed themselves in the dynamic German startup ecosystem and was able to gain valuable insights into the German market. Click through the recap slides for all the highlights ⬇ -- DewTouch Innovations Pte Ltd | BiPSEE | Eitoss Inc. | FOX Academy | 株式会社I.W.G | Polymerize GK | Sustainability Page. Luca Ferrara Malcolm Lee Mabel Fu Till Ammelburg Sonali Müller Vijayalakshmi Karuppasamy Philip Long Phi Nguyen, PhD Xiaoyan Zhou Anri Uozumi Kunal Sandeep Wataru Shimada Kohei Kamikihara Aik Boon Chua #ScalingGlobally #Germany

📡 Scaler8: On the Radar - this quarter, we bring you insights on how open innovation is creating new opportunities for startups' growth and success, enabling companies to harness external ideas and technologies! In this issue, you'll discover: 📈 How Polymerize partnered with Meraxis Group to drive AI-powered material innovation. 🌍 Open Innovation opportunities with NEDGEX for Singapore-based startups 💰 Get Investor Ready: Apply for Start2Raise Asia and get the support you need for successful fundraising! Don't miss out on these stories of innovation and growth. Stay informed & inspired. Subscribe for a dose of valuable content. 🙌🏼 #Scaler8 #Scaler8OnTheRadar

✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us for the insightful panel, "Decoding the German Market: Pathways to Success" last evening! 🇩🇪 During the session, we explored key trends and opportunities together with panelists Didi Gan and Patrick Linden for companies looking to expand into Germany. The discussion covered opportunities in the Sustainability and B2C sectors, navigating regulatory hurdles, and the critical role of business culture. Key takeaways included: 🌱 Opportunities in Sustainability: German companies are highly open to new sustainability tech. Whether B2B or B2C, startups with a green angle have great potential. 📍 Navigating German Cities: Knowing where to base operations is crucial, as every city offers unique grants and customer bases. Programs like Scaler8 can help you identify the right fit. 🚀 Overcoming Regulatory Challenges: From GDPR to product certification, regulations can be tough. But with the right strategy, startups can find a smoother path. If you pass the GDPR in Germany, the rest of Europe becomes much easier to penetrate. Having a strong regulatory expert is key! 🤝 Collaboration & Partnerships: German companies value thoroughness and long-term relationships. Engaging with innovation teams is a great way to enter, as they are often empowered to run POCs without needing full business unit approval. 🌏 Leveraging the German Brand: Establishing a presence in Germany can enhance your credibility and facilitate market entry across Europe, such as Austria, Switzerland, and beyond. -- Interested in exploring opportunities in Germany? Find out how Scaler8’s programs can support your market entry journey! 👉 https://lnkd.in/gmBAiYBg Mabel Fu Linda Nguyen Schindler Janelle Low Malcolm Lee #Scaler8 #ScalingGlobally #Germany

📢 Opportunity Alert for Singapore-based Early-Stage Startups! We’re thrilled to announce that NEDGEX, the corporate venture arm of Germany’s NETZSCH Group has joined us as our latest Open Innovation partner! NETZSCH, a global leader in machinery and instrumentation, focuses on three core business areas: Pumps & Systems, Grinding & Dispersing, and Analyzing & Testing. NEDGEX is actively seeking Singapore-based early-stage startups (Pre-seed & Seed) that align with NETZSCH’s solutions and core business areas. Next to financial investments, NEDGEX offers you comprehensive expert know-how and network, customer access as well as complete software development teams through the NETZSCH Group.  If you’re a #Singapore startup that fits the criteria, don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate with a world-class industry leader. 🚀 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gqVsiaxJ Mabel Fu Linda Nguyen Schindler Janelle Low Teodora Georgieva #Scaler8 #OpenInnovation

🌍 The journey begins! Our market discovery cohort is headed to Munich from 7-11 October as part of their expansion journey to Germany with Scaler8 🚀 We are excited to introduce 6 innovative startups from diverse industries, including HealthTech, AI, EdTech, Advanced Materials, and Sustainability: BiPSEE, Eitoss Inc., FOX Academy , 株式会社I.W.G, Polymerize GK, and Sustainability Page. Through the Market Discovery program, our experts and mentors will equip these startups with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate Germany’s local and business culture. They'll also be introduced to our extensive network and local ecosystem, accelerating their market entry. 🙌🏼 If you're interested in getting to know them, reach out to us here and we will assist with introductions: https://lnkd.in/gju9Jbmg Luca Ferrara Malcolm Lee Mabel Fu Till Ammelburg Sonali Müller Vijayalakshmi Karuppasamy Philip Long Phi Nguyen, PhD Xiaoyan Zhou Anri Uozumi Kunal Sandeep Wataru Shimada Kohei Kamikihara Scaler8 Japan #ScalingGlobally #Germany

🚀 Calling all early-stage to Series A startups! 🚀 Are you ready to elevate your fundraising game and unlock new opportunities? Join Start2 Raise Asia, a tailored 3-week program designed to help startups maximize their funding potential with expert guidance and investor access. 📈 What’s in it for you? • Fundraising masterclasses to perfect your strategy • Support in identifying investors and grants • Learn from serial entrepreneurs and experienced founders • Pitch guidance and exposure at Start2 events 🚀 Who’s eligible? Early-stage to Series A startups with presence in Singapore 🗓️ Program dates: 11 - 29 Nov 2024 Take the next step in your startup journey and gain the tools you need to succeed. Apply now and amplify your path to success 👉 https://lnkd.in/gYVJpdS6 Start2 Group #Start2RaiseAsia #GetInvestorReady Mabel Fu Linda Nguyen Schindler Diana Lim Malcolm Lee

What an inspiring morning last week during our exclusive virtual pitching event! 🚀 Together with Oliver Hasse from INAM - Innovation Network for Advanced Materials, we witnessed some of the most innovative startups from Japan and Singapore showcase their game-changing solutions in GreenTech, AI, Industry 4.0, Automotive, and HealthTech 🇯🇵🇸🇬: BiPSEE | DewTouch Innovations Pte Ltd | Smile Curve | Attonics Systems Pte Ltd | Aeterlink Corp. | Polymerize GK | FOX Academy | DELIGHT Global Inc. | 株式会社I.W.G | Elephantech Inc. | Evercomm Singapore | Tenchijin | Sustainability Page | Eitoss Inc. A big thank you to our corporate leaders and ecosystem partners for engaging with these promising startups, and to all the participants for their brilliant pitches and insightful Q&A sessions. The networking opportunities sparked exciting conversations, and we can't wait to see the collaborations that will emerge from this event. Looking forward to continuing to build meaningful connections and drive innovation forward! 💡 Mabel Fu Till Ammelburg Sonali Müller Khashayar Ansari Luca Ferrara Malcolm Lee Kohei Kamikihara Aik Boon Chua Masakatsu Noguchi Philipp von Pein Anri Uozumi Vijayalakshmi Karuppasamy Hiroyuki ANNO Xiaoyan Zhou Tatsuya Suzuki Sascha Bremer Adrien Lemal, MBA, Ph.D Philip Long Phi Nguyen, PhD Scaler8 Japan