Featured Startups General Articles Startup Communities Identifying the Most Promising Startups After years of ranking the startup ecosystems of 1,000 cities and 100 countries, we are excited to introduce StartupBlink’s startup ranking feature on our Global Startup Map. This tool analyzes over 150,000 startups providing an evaluation based on parameters like funding amount, employee count, and website traffic powered by data partners such as Crunchbase and […]
Hardware Startups Innovation Industries Research and Reports Vertical Reports The State of Hardware & IoT Startup Industry The Hardware & IoT startup industry accounts for 6% of startups and 4.3% of unicorns in our database. The industry has giants like DJI Innovations, Nikon, and AMD. The industry’s geographic footprint, particularly highlighted by the dominance of Asian cities such as Shenzhen, Beijing, Tokyo-Yokohama, and Taipei City in the top 10. This industry snapshot, […]
General Articles Startup Ecosystem Development Startup Ecosystems Overview of the Markham Startup Ecosystem Report 2023 Located at the core of Canada’s innovation corridor, Markham has evolved into a significant hub for technology enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and international investors. Powered by StartupBlink’s data and as an initiative of the City of Markham, the Markham Startup Ecosystem Report provides a comprehensive overview of this Canadian city, which is establishing strong technological capabilities to […]
General Articles Startup Ecosystem Development Measuring Startup Accelerator Program Performance Startup accelerator programs are pivotal in sculpting the future of startup ecosystems, which in turn fuels the growth of local economies. However, accurately measuring their performance poses significant challenges due to the diversity of objectives across programs. It is here that StartupBlink steps in, providing comprehensive solutions for measuring the impact of startup accelerator programs, […]
Startup Ecosystem Podcast Insights from Slush: Organizing a Top Startup Conference The secret of a successful startup ecosystem lies not just in the ideas or investments but significantly in the platforms that bring together its diverse players. This is where Slush, a leading startup conference, can be showcased as a platform that facilitates connections between tens of thousands of startup ecosystem stakeholders around the world. In […]
Innovation Industries Research and Reports Vertical Reports Top Cities for Software & Data Startups In the latest analysis of StartupBlink, Software and Data is the largest startup industry with 31.95% of all our sampled startups. In this article, we showcased the top 10 cities for Software and Data that are hosting these startups around the world, yet there are 608 cities ranked for the Software & Data industry. For […]
Startup Ecosystem Podcast How to Scale a Startup Globally? In the competitive environment of startup ecosystems, how to scale a startup globally is a billion-dollar question. This interesting topic was the highlight of the 41st episode of the StartupBlink Ecosystem Podcast, where Mahmod Shamsi, Partnerships Manager at StartupBlink, engaged in a thought-provoking conversation with Eli David, the CEO of StartupBlink. Get a head’s up […]
General Articles Startup Ecosystem Development Startup Ecosystem Research Startup Ecosystem Research is a strategic activity to conduct for ecosystem growth, policy formulation, and infrastructural development. It encompasses a thorough analysis of various elements from investment trends to the roles of stakeholders like startups, coworking spaces, accelerators, and the overall business environment. An example of this is the Global Startup Ecosystem Index Report, published […]
Startup Ecosystem Podcast Developments in the Chad Startup Ecosystem In the heart of Africa, the Republic of Chad is currently undergoing a transformative wave in its startup ecosystem. The 40th episode of the Startup Ecosystem Podcast features a discussion with Hamid Khayar, a visionary ecosystem developer actively contributing to the development of Chad’s startup ecosystem. As the Partnerships Manager of StartupBlink, Mahmod Shamsi welcomes […]
Innovation Industries Top Aerospace Organizations As the aerospace industry experiences growth, governments globally are increasingly recognizing its potential, evident in the record-breaking global government expenditure on space programs reaching approximately US$ 103 billion in 2022 (Statista). This governmental interest aligns with the industry’s strategic importance, fostering advancements in aerospace technologies. Illustrating the promise this sector holds for innovation, SpaceX emerges […]
Innovation Industries Research and Reports Vertical Reports Top Unicorn Cities & Countries in 2023 A unicorn is a startup that surpasses a valuation of US$1 billion. In our Global Map of Unicorn Startups, we have mapped 1,113 unicorns across 51 countries and 154 cities. This article provides details on the top 10 cities and top 10 countries that host a critical mass of these unicorns, along with a list […]