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The Startup Ecosystem Awards 2026

The Startup Ecosystem Awards by StartupBlink recognizes the achievements of startup ecosystems in StartupBlink’s algorithm, acknowledging stakeholders such as government agencies, chambers of commerce, startup support organizations, and international organizations contributing to the development of successful startup ecosystems. This year, more than 25 startup ecosystems will be recognized. The 2026 awards were officially presented on […]
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Middle East startup ecosystems in 2026
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Best Startup Ecosystems in the Middle East in 2026

The best startup ecosystems in the Middle East in 2026 show where startup activity, investment, innovation, and ecosystem support are strongest across the region. Based on the StartupBlink Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2026, this ranking highlights the leading startup countries and startup cities in the Middle East, helping founders, investors, and ecosystem builders understand where […]
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Top Startup Events in Africa for 2026

Looking for the top startup events in Africa for 2026? This guide covers 23 of the continent’s most relevant startup conferences, technology exhibitions, founder gatherings, investor summits, and fintech and AI events. Africa’s event calendar is concentrated in a handful of major innovation hubs. Across cities including Marrakech, Cairo, Nairobi, Lagos, Cape Town, Accra, Johannesburg, […]
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Startup founders presenting a business idea to corporate representatives during a startup program pitch session.
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How to Promote a Corporate Startup Program and Reach the Right Startups

How to promote a corporate startup program is rarely only a question of visibility. Most programs can attract attention. The harder task is attracting startups that match the company’s technology needs, target markets, and business goals. A large company can receive hundreds of applications and still find no suitable partner for a pilot, contract, partnership, […]
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