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14.04. 2025

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NUMBER OF THE MONTH

CZK 44.8 million is the amount of the allocation in the latest call of the Technology Incubation Programme. Startups can receive up to CZK 1.6 million per project and up to 18 months of incubation support.

We are looking for the last thirty startups, so don’t miss this opportunity! We are only accepting applications until 16 April 11:59 .

👉 Read the press release

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INTRODUCING THE WINNERS OF THE CREATIVE BUSINESS CUP 2025

This year’s most creative startup was Graphic Standard with an app for marketers that uses AI to automate visual content creation. Second place went to Webout, third to Veska Games and the People’s Choice Award went to Walk on Water. 👉 Read the press release

ELREDO IN AN INTERVIEW WITH VOGUE

Matěj Schmaltz wants to bring people back to books. In an interview for Vogue, he talks about reading as a brain workout and why it makes sense to read regularly

FORUM OF CREATION AND INNOVATION – SHALL WE MEET?

A conference that will show how creative industries and open workshops support entrepreneurship, social development and the circular economy. Technology incubation will be part of the panel – come and hearhow we help develop innovation or discuss your ideas and involvement in a project.

PRESTIGIOUS DESIGN AWARD FOR IRMA

Modular ladies handbag IRMA, which stands out with its attractive design and features for personal safety, has won the iF Design Award, one of the most important design awards in the world. The handbag succeeded among more than 11,000 designs from 66 countries. 👉 I want to know more

MISSION ZERO-G SUCCESSFULLY ACCOMPLISHED

Mission Zero-Ga key step in the Czech journey into space, has reached its final stage. Czech students took off on board a specially modified Airbus A310 ZERO-G aircraft to experience weightlessness. Want more from space? Then subscribe Czech space newsletter

THE UNIVERSE THROUGH THE EYES OF STUDENTS

Czech Journey to Space in cooperation with Future Gate, the largest Czech sci-fi festival, announces a film competition for students. Make a short film and compete for great prizes, including a trip to the European Space Agency’s training centre.

OUR STARTUPS AT MACHINE LEARNING PRAGUE

Thanks to Technology Incubation, 13 startups will attend the largest Central European conference focused on machine learning. Come and get acquainted with AIWeb, SingleDraft, GIS Octopus, Kapnetix, Wattee, ScienceTrack, Cyber Sail, Pointee Interactive, Contesaur, Omnicrane, Fresh Labs, Cruxo a Customerscore.io.

COME WITH US FOR SUSHI

Do you have a high-tech startup in AI, robotics, VR or Smart City? We invite you to SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025 – a unique opportunity to network with Japanese investors, expand your business across borders and discover new opportunities for international collaboration. 👉 Register at

EXPLORE WHAT’S DRIVING THE WORLD OF MOBILITY

We have a new Smart Mobility Catalogwhich serves as a comprehensive source of information on current innovations and projects in the field of smart transport. It offers an overview of trends, technologies and opportunities, and includes more than 130 organisations

JOIN US AT URBIS

This year we are also a partner URBIS The Smart Cities Meetupwhich will focus on three key areas: cities and communities in the face of climate change, resilience and community health, and future mobility. Meet representatives from Technology Incubation and our startups. Details to follow soon!

PRESTIGIOUS DESIGN AWARD FOR ION TECH

e:bike BAR Charging Station from IONT tech has won the iF Design Award. This innovative rack, made of circular materials, allows the gentle suspension of up to 8 bikes and offers universal charging for most electric bikes on the market. 👉 I want to know more

WHEN ELECTRIC BIKES ARE COMBINED WITH DRONES

E-CAFE BIKE joined forces with 3L Robotics, an ESA BIC Czech Republic startup, to jointly test sustainable delivery technologies combining eco-friendly cargo e-bikes with drones. The collaboration shows what efficient and emission-free transportation in cities could look like in the future. 👉Want to know more

WE SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS

For the third time we are the sponsor of the startup part of the competition SME EnterPRIZEwhich supports sustainable micro, small and medium-sized companies and startups. Last year, the Student Award went to IONT tech and the SME category went to E-CAFE BIKE. Winners will receive financial support, mentoring and other opportunities for growth.

MYCO WELCOMED THE PRESIDENT

Petr Pavel also visited a biotechnology start-up during his visit to the South Moravian Region Myco. The company researches, develops and produces functional 100% natural materials from fungal mycelium. 👉 I want to know more

MEET THE NEW HUB DIRECTOR

Introducing Šimon Trčka. He has extensive international experience in strategic management and supply chain optimization in Southeast Asia. He has been with CzechInvest since 2023, where he systematized support for technology startups as Process Manager for Technology Incubation.

ATOMIVER IN AN INTERVIEW WITH E15

Read the article about Atomiver, which is developing innovations to improve energy storage and battery performance. This UPOL spin-out is supported by both the Technology Incubation and NATO’s DIANA accelerator programme.

THE CHALLENGES OF MODERN DEFENCE

Join us from 9. to 11. May at EUDIS Defence Hackathon. This year’s event will focus on creating innovative solutions tailored to the urgent needs of the Ukrainian battlefield and similar operational contexts. Specific challenges and 👉 Registration

INTERVIEW HTG MEDICAL FOR CZECHCRUNCH

HTG Medical speeds up diagnosis and enables effective monitoring of patients’ health status. How exactly does this startup contribute to improving working conditions and efficiency in hospitals? Find out in this article.

LATITUDE59 – CONNECT, EXPAND, INVEST

Do you want new investment opportunities or to take your business global? We offer startups and investors exclusive access to Latitude59 – the conference where innovation and capital come together. As part of Beer & Pitch from CzechInvest, you’ll get access, networking, 40 minutes on the Pitching Stage and a connection to the Estonian ecosystem. 👉 More information and registration

VIVATECH – PITCH WITH A VIEW OF THE EIFFEL TOWER

Viva Technology is one of the largest technology conferences where innovators and leaders from all over the world meet. The programme includes an exclusive Beer & Pitch at the Czech Embassy, where you can present your ideas to investors and make new contacts. 👉 Register at

BE THERE WITH US

📅 April 15 – Startup Night – an event that will bring together entrepreneurs, investors and students from all Prague universities in one networking evening

📅 April 18 – Danube Summit – A great opportunity for students and budding entrepreneurs to meet experts, compete for cash prizes and expand your network

📅 28-29 April– BioVaria – A key event for investors and developers, showcasing the best biotech and pharmaceutical innovations from Europe

This project was implemented with financial support from the state budget through the Ministry of Industry and Trade in the programme The Country for the Future.