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NUMBER OF THE MONTH
The number of startups that applied for the latest round of the Technology Incubation program, with a budget of 44.8 million CZK, is the highest ever—with the majority coming from the creative industries, artificial intelligence, and health and safety technologies sectors. We are nearing our goal of supporting 250 innovative projects, so this time we will accept just under 30 new startups.
Technology Incubation has been running since 2022 and is the largest initiative supporting startups in the Czech Republic. Since its inception, over 1,650 early-stage companies have participated in the pre-incubation program. 👉 Press release
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CZECHINVEST OPENS DEFENCE HUB
The hub will serve as an acceleration center for startups and companies in the defense industry. The goal is to accelerate innovation, support technological development, and prepare projects for programs such as NATO DIANA and the European Defense Fund.
BECOME A TECHNOLOGY INCUBATION PARTNER
Would you like to help support innovation and offer your services to startups? We’re looking for partners in the fields of law, IT, HR, marketing, finance, and other industries. We work with companies that understand the needs of early-stage businesses and want to help them grow.
THE SECOND WORKSHOP WITH ČEPS TOOK PLACE
ČEPS is actively seeking innovative solutions for the power industry, in part through its collaboration with the Technology Incubator. The workshop resulted in the identification of innovative startups offering new solutions in the areas of robotic pole painting, the use of geological maps in power line planning and construction, and the detection of hidden structural defects.
ROADSHOW PŘIBLÍŽILA UDRŽITELNÝ BYZNYS
In April, we partnered with Deloitte and Změna k lepšímu to support the ESG Roadshow. The workshops helped small and medium-sized businesses navigate sustainability, new legislation, and financing options. 👉 Learn more
ESA BIC WELCOMED NEW STARTUPS
Two new technology projects are joining the incubator. Hikade Technologies is developing devices for the precise positioning of cameras and sensors for monitoring, communication, and emergency situations. Kacadu Corp. offers adaptable and rapidly deployable structures for space missions and terrestrial applications.
REGISTRATION FOR THE FILM CONTEST HAS BEEN EXTENDED
The deadline for submissions to MISE: FILM has been extended to July 15. Both schoolchildren and college students can participate—all they need to do is make a short film about space. The best films will be screened at Czech Space Week 2025, and the winners will get to visit the ESA training center.
CALL FOR STUDENTS WITH A SPACE-RELATED IDEA
A competition for students and young innovators with business ideas related to space. Participants can consult with experts, receive valuable feedback, and compete for attractive financial and non-financial prizes to help launch their own projects. 👉 Learn more
WE WERE THERE: MACHINE LEARNING PRAGUE
One of Europe’s largest conferences on machine learning, AI, and deep learning attracted over 1,000 experts in data science, development, and research this year. Technologická inkubace was a partner of the event, and our startups were able to take advantage of lectures, workshops, and networking opportunities with international experts.
SEE YOU AT URBIS?
Come meet our startups and join panel discussions with hub directors. Filip Krůta will lead a discussion on “Technology for the Climate: How Cities Can Prepare for the Impacts of Climate Change,” and Zdeněk Havel will present “Smart Algorithms in Action: How AI Is Changing the Way Cities Function.”
WE ORGANISED CZECH SEMICON DAYS
The conference highlighted key steps for the development of the semiconductor industry, which is considered a strategic priority for the Czech Republic’s future competitiveness. The discussions emphasized the importance of investment, innovation, and research for the sector’s sustainable growth. 👉 Read the press release
PRAGUE LAUNCHES A GAMING ACCELERATOR
The Prague Innovation Institute and the City of Prague are launching the first specialized game accelerator for game design students. Share this opportunity with anyone who wants to create games and perhaps one day start their own game startup. Applications open in June.
STARTUPS SHONE AT THE INNOVATION FORUM
The forum demonstrated that creative hubs and open workshops can be key to innovation and regional development. The program also included a startup pitching session, with hub director Petra Kneslová serving on the judging panel. Presentations were given by Graphic Standard, the winner of the Czech Creative Business Cup, and our startup NOVAVITA.
INTRODUCING CZECHIA DEALROOM
CzechInvest has launched a new platform that opens up the Czech innovation ecosystem to the world. Thanks to this platform, our startups and tech companies have a better chance of attracting foreign investors and partners. The platform connects over 1,600 startups, 500 tech corporations, and 100 accelerators. ? Learn more
SUCCESSES OF OUR STARTUPS
🚀 KARDI AI secured investment and was ranked among the top 10 innovators in the Czech Republic by Hospodářské noviny
🚀 RoboTwin, Inovec Technology, and Neuron Soundware participated in a startup delegation to Taiwan, where they established contacts with investors and partners from around the world during the InnoVEX TAIPEI trade show
🚀 E-CAFE BIKE participated in the final round of the Nakopni Prahu 2025 innovation marathon
🚀 Customerscore, which developed an advanced analytics tool, secured investment
🚀 Invanta, an expert in industrial safety, obtained functional safety certification
BE THERE WITH US
📅 June 4 – DIANA 2026 Workshop – Representatives from the Defence Hub will present the DIANA program and its June call for proposals. The event will also offer an opportunity to meet Ukrainian startups and investors from VC funds as part of Invest in Bravery.
📅 June 5–6 – Anifilm Echoes – a showcase of animated works and the creative industry that bridges art and technology
📅 June 5–7 – Science Fair – the largest science fair in the Czech Republic! Come meet representatives from CzechInvest and ESA BIC Czech Republic at booth no. 95
📅 June 6–7 – Game Access – Central Europe’s leading gaming conference returns to Brno. Thousands of creatives from around the world, 6 stages, over 80 lectures and workshops, and much more! ?
📅 June 17 – EXPORT BOOST – an event promoting the export of Czech technology solutions. Stop by our lecture “Technology, Innovation, and Space as New Opportunities for Czech Exporters.” We’ll also present what CzechInvest offers companies interested in the space industry and highlight opportunities within the ESA Commercialization Ambassador and ESA BIC Czech Republic programs
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.
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