Des d’ACCIÓ, s’ha obert la 5a convocatòria del programa Catalonia Exponential Leaders per identificar les 10 empreses més disruptives del 2025.

Busquem empreses atrevides, dinàmiques, que s’atreveixin a desenvolupar solucions disruptives i que ambicionin a impactar positivament a la societat. Totes les empreses constituïdes amb seu operativa a Catalunya són elegibles, tant startups com empreses consolidades.

Si la teva empresa està entre les seleccionades, formaràs part de la comunitat d’empreses líders en disrupció. A més, gaudiràs de màxima visibilitat, reconeixement, formació de primer nivell i connexió que t’obriran les portes a noves oportunitats de negoci. Pots trobar tota la informació a la web del programa.

La data límit per presentar-te a la convocatòria és el dijous 6 de març. És un procés molt senzill que trobareu en la mateixa web del programa. Per qualsevol informació addicional podeu contactar a cataloniaexponential.accio@gencat.cat

Sigues el proper referent en disrupció i impulsa el teu negoci!

CaixaBank i ENISA tenen el plaer de convidar-te a la jornada: DayOne Innovation Summit Catalunya

Durant la celebració de l’esdeveniment, en el marc del 4YFN, tindrà lloc el jurat i l’acte de lliurament del Premi EmprènXXI de Catalunya, que comptarà amb la presència de Maria Alsina, Directora Territorial Barcelona, CaixaBank, Josep Ma Gonzàlez, Director Territorial Cataluña, CaixaBank, i Borja Cabezón, conseller delegat, ENISA.

A més, comptarem amb la taula rodona “New referents in the startup ecosystem”, amb empreses guanyadores d’edicions anteriors. En acabar hi haurà un aperitiu networking pels assistents.

LLOC:

4YFN/ stand CaixaBank DayOne
4YFN Hall 8.1 Fira Gran Via. Carrer de l’Alumini, s/n, 08908 Barcelona

AGENDA:

16:00 – Acreditació assistents

16:15 – Benvinguda

16:20 – Jurat Premis EmprènXXI

17:00 – Taula rodona “New referents in the startup ecosystem”

17:15 – Acte de lliurament Premis EmprènXXI Catalunya

17:30 – Comiat i tancament

17:35 – Aperitiu networking

T’esperem!

En cas de necessitar entrada per accedir a 4YFN per assistir a l’esdeveniment contacta
amb el teu gestor CaixaBank o Premis EmprènXXI (premio@emprendedorxxi.es)*

We at UCG would like to extend a warm welcome to you at The 15th World Endoscopy and GI Conference, which will take place online and in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from December 17–19, 2025. “Innovating Care, Transforming Lives: Pioneering the Future of GI and Endoscopy“ is the conference’s theme. It’s a good opportunity to connect with people from around the world, talk about and share issues, and exchange experiences that you both find interesting. After much effort, UCG has prepared an engaging program for the Endoscopy and GI Conference that will enable participants to reminisce on their achievements, expand their networks, and learn about current and upcoming research in December. We hope that this conference will be memorable, enjoyable, and fruitful.

Endoscopy CME/CPD Conference is organized by Utilitarian Conference Gathering (UCG) and will be held from December 17-19, 2025 in Dubai, UAE. Endoscopy 2025 will focus on evidence-based and practical features of controlling Endoscopy & GI disorders in Endoscopy and GI. Our 3 days conference will enlighten the attendees to manage and diagnose every challenging case in the latest advances in the Endoscopy & GI field, clinical practice, Liver diseases, pancreatic diseases, small bowel and esophageal diseases.

Call for Paper/Abstract:

Call for Paper/Abstracts is now open for the Endoscopy CME/CPD Conferences 2025 in Dubai, from December 17-19 2025, with the motto “Innovating Care, Transforming Lives: Pioneering the Future of GI and Endoscopy”.

Each session will be followed by a panel discussion about the approach to the management and diagnosis of presented topics.

Utilitarian Conferences Committee Experts invites Endoscopy, Nurses and Nurse Practitioners, Surgeons, Endoscopists, Medical Researchers and Scientists, Medical Students and Residents, Clinical and Medical Laboratory Technicians, Healthcare Administrators, Medical Device Manufacturers and Technologists, Pharmaceutical Professionals, Healthcare Policy Makers, Patients and Caregivers (optional, for certain public-oriented events), Healthcare professionals, researchers, academicians, and industry experts, Physicians, fellows, physician assistants, nurses,, allied endoscopy & GI  professionals, specializing in endoscopy, Plenary Speakers, Speakers, Surgeons, Endoscopy and GI students, Endoscopy company, GI company, Endoscopy nurses, GI nurses, Delegates, Exhibitors, Sponsors, Students, Business Persons, Young Researchers, Scholars, Scientists, Lecturers, Surgeons Hematologists Neurosurgeons, Gynecologists Laboratory managers & Directors endoscopy & GI in training General practitioners Laboratory professionals, GI  professionals, Medical students,  internal medicine and other interested, Doctors, Endoscopy and GI staff

Conference Key Sessions:

Track 1: Endoscopy
Track 2: GI (Gastrointestinal)
Track 3: Diagnostic Applications of GI Endoscopy
Track 4: Endoscopy in GI Health
Track 5: Therapeutic Uses of Endoscopy
Track 6: Upper endoscopy and laparoscopy
Track 7: Bariatric Endoscopy
Track 8: Ethics in Endoscopy and GI Practice
Track 9: Screening and Preventive Care
Track 10: Capsule Endoscopy
Track 11: Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
Track 12: Advances in Endoscopic Technology
Track 13: Preparing for an Endoscopic Procedure
Track 14: Endoscopy and Pediatric GI Health
Track 15: Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD)
Track 16: Complications of Endoscopy
Track 17: Role of Endoscopy in Chronic GI Disorders
Track 18: Post-Endoscopy Care and Recovery
Track 19: Future Directions in GI Endoscopy
Track 20: Endoscopy Awareness
Track 21: Patient Education
Track 22: Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
Track 23: Regenerative GI Medicine
Track 24: GI Microbiome and Endoscopy
Track 25: Colonoscopy
Track 26: GI Neurology and GI Immunology

Conference Benefits:

21 CME/CPD  Hours

Live Sessions

One on one meet with Experts and Investors on Demand

A showcase of new Products

Certification of Recognition

Industrial Exhibitions

Meet your Academic idols

Hear about the latest research

Engage in High-level debates & Q/A

Networking for future collaboration

Publication of abstracts on our Website

Add Research Value

Employment Bureau

Networking Sessions

Worried about UAE visas?

We are here to assist you in obtaining a visa. Once you register as a speaker/listener/poster, we will guide you through the visa process.

• Incomplete Application: Dubai visa application forms with incomplete or false information, less passport validity, inconsistency in date of travel on Dubai flight tickets, damaged passports, fake or tempered documents, etc. have more chances of being rejected.

• Women under the age of 25: Usually, women under the age of 25 traveling alone without any parent, guardian, or relative may face a Dubai visit visa rejection. The Dubai government came up with such a rule to prevent human trafficking in the country.

• Overstay on your previous Dubai visit visa from India: If you extended your Dubai trip without applying for a visa extension the last time you traveled, there are chances that your name can get blacklisted, and in addition to this, you can also face an immigration ban, land in jail for up to 3 months, or even get deported.

• Handwritten Passports: Handwritten passports are not accepted now, and if the applicant has submitted a handwritten passport, there are high chance that their Dubai visa application will get rejected.

• Errors in the application: If your Dubai visa application has false or wrong names, spelling errors, incorrect information or codes, the wrong date of birth, or any other false data, it might not get approved.

• Unused Dubai Visa: If you have a tourist visa for Dubai from India, but you didn’t travel, the chances of your Dubai visa getting rejected increase.

• Applicants who did not use a previous Dubai work visa: Applicants who applied for a Dubai employment visa or a Dubai work visa through a company (prospective employer) but did not enter the country. To get approval, the PRO of a travel agency or sponsor must go to UAE immigration and cancel the previously issued Dubai visa before applying for a new Dubai visa for Indians.

• Profession: In the case of farmers, laborers, cleaners, janitors, etc. whose profession is listed as “unskilled” on their passport, there is a high chance their Dubai visa application may be rejected.

• Criminal Record: If you have a criminal record (misconduct, fraud) in any of the emirates of the UAE, you will not get your Dubai visa.

• Similar names or dates of birth: If you share your name or date of birth with anyone in your family and plan to travel to Dubai together, you should expect a delay or even rejection of your Dubai visa.

• Unconcealed Dubai Residence Visa: If the applicant held a Dubai residence visa and chose to leave the country without canceling their Dubai residency visa, then the Dubai immigration authorities can reject granting them a Dubai tourist visa.

UCG- SUPPORTING JOURNALS

Unified Citation Journals is a platform for the latest discoveries in Technology, Science, engineering, medicine, medical clinical, and advancing discoveries and health. We at Unified Citation Journals ensure the advancement of healthcare and improve performance for the benefit of humanity.

Learn More: https://ucjournals.com/

CME (Continuing Medical Education):  

CME focuses on educational activities specifically for medical professionals, such as doctors and nurses, to enhance their knowledge, skills, and competencies related to medical practice. CME is often required to maintain medical licenses and certifications.

To know more Visit: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/cme-accreditation

CPD (Continuing Professional Development):

CPD is a broader concept that applies to a wide range of professionals, not just those in the medical field. CPD includes a variety of learning activities—formal education, workshops, self-directed learning, and more—that help professionals develop their skills and stay up-to-date in their fields. It emphasizes the ongoing process of learning throughout one’s career.

To know more Visit: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/cpd-accreditation

Important Information:

Conference Name: 15th World Endoscopy and GI Conference
Short Name: 15EGIUCG2025
Dates: December 17-19, 2025
Venue: Dubai, UAE
Scientific Program: It will only include plenary speakers, keynote speakers, panel discussions and presentations in parallel sessions.
Audience: Global Leaders, Industrialists, Business Delegates, Students, Entrepreneurs, Executives
Email: endoscopyucgconference@gmail.com
Visit: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/
Visit CME/CPD: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/accreditation-registration
Call for Papers: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/submit-abstract
Register here: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/registration
Exhibitor: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/exhibitor-registration
Sponsor: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/sponsor-registration
WhatsApp Us: +447723493307

We at UCG would like to extend a warm welcome to you at The 15th World Endoscopy and GI Conference, which will take place online and in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from December 17–19, 2025. “Innovating Care, Transforming Lives: Pioneering the Future of GI and Endoscopy“ is the conference’s theme. It’s a good opportunity to connect with people from around the world, talk about and share issues, and exchange experiences that you both find interesting. After much effort, UCG has prepared an engaging program for the Endoscopy and GI Conference that will enable participants to reminisce on their achievements, expand their networks, and learn about current and upcoming research in December. We hope that this conference will be memorable, enjoyable, and fruitful.

These conferences provide excellent opportunities for professionals in the field to stay updated on the latest advancements, engage with experts, and participate in educational sessions.

Our 3 days conference will enlighten the attendees to manage and diagnose every challenging case in the latest advances in the Endoscopy & GI field, clinical practice, Liver diseases, pancreatic diseases, small bowel and esophageal diseases.

Email: info@utilitarianconferences.com
Visit: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/
Visit CME/CPD: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/accreditation-registration
Call for Papers: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/submit-abstract
Register here: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/registration
Exhibitor: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/exhibitor-registration
Sponsor: https://endoscopy-gi.utilitarianconferences.com/sponsor-registration
WhatsApp Us: https://wa.me/+447723493307

First-Time Startup Investor? A Step-by-Step Guide to Get Started and Processes to follow

Are you curious about becoming a startup investor but unsure where to begin?

Join us for this practical and insightful session designed for first-time investors looking to step into the exciting world of startup investing. This event will provide a clear, step-by-step guide to help you navigate the investment process, make informed decisions, and confidently build your portfolio.

What you’ll learn:

• The basics of startup investing and how to get started.

• Key steps to evaluate opportunities and follow the right processes.

• Insights from experienced investors to guide your journey.

Whether you’re exploring investing as a way to diversify your portfolio or support innovative entrepreneurs, this session is the perfect starting point to gain the knowledge and tools you need.

🎤 Featured Panelists

TAAC Alumni:
Juan José Sanz
Nicholas Smit
Olivia Harrower

💡 Why Attend?

• Learn the Fundamentals: Gain a clear understanding of how startup investing works, from initial evaluation to closing deals.
• Actionable Steps: Leave with practical, step-by-step processes you can follow to make confident investment decisions.
• Expert Insights: Learn from experienced angel investors, including those who have recently navigated the early stages of their angel investing journey.
• Expand Your Network: Connect with other like-minded investors and industry professionals in a collaborative environment.
• Diversify Your Portfolio: Discover how investing in startups can complement your existing investment strategy.

Event Location Partner – Banc Sabadell Welcome Hub

📩 Register Now

Spaces are limited, so register early to secure your spot. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain fresh insights and start the year strong.

El 26 de febrero, a las 10 de la mañana en el Auditori del Pier01, llega la tercera entrega de ‘Investment Round’, una convocatoria privada para startups promovida por Tech Barcelona en colaboración con Aptki que pone a emprendedores (asociados a Tech Barcelona) e inversores en la misma mesa. Las 2 o 3 startups seleccionadas cada convocatoria podrán pitchear su proyecto ante una firma inversora invitada por nuestro partner Aptki. Las startups no solo recibirán feedback; también la oportunidad de construir una relación de futuro con la empresa inversora, que en esta edición será JME Ventures, que será representada por su asociado Jordi Noguera-Roca.

TESIS DE INVERSIÓN

• Early Stage, España (o españoles por el mundo).
• Invierten en pre-seed hasta serie A
• El ticket puede oscilar entre 100K€ y 2 M€
• Generalistas (agnósticos en el sector y modelo de negocio).

Las startups candidatas que no hayan sido seleccionadas también tienen la oportunidad de acceder a la red de contactos de Aptki y ser recomendada o puesta en contacto con alguna otra firma con la que pueda encajar.

Deadline para aplicar: 17 de febrero.

Presenta tu deck aquí.

Join a Global Hackathon to Revolutionize Public Sector Networks with AI!

For more details visit the AI For Connectivity Hackathon II: Building Resilient Networks

About Giga:

Giga is a joint initiative by UNICEF and ITU that aims to connect every school worldwide to the internet, providing young people with access to opportunities and knowledge. It focuses on bridging the digital divide by building and optimizing public sector connectivity networks, particularly in underserved regions, to support equitable access to education, healthcare, and governance.

Hackathon Challange

The AI for Connectivity Hackathon II: Building Resilient Networks challenges participants to develop open-source AI solutions for managing public sector networks, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable operations for schools and healthcare facilities in underserved regions. The goal is to improve planning, procurement, operations, and maintenance using AI, addressing challenges like high costs, energy inefficiency, and network failures while enhancing access to critical services. Winning teams get mentorship, resources, and technical credits to develop their solutions further.

Prizes:

🏆Acceleration Opportunity

The top teams from this hackathon will secure a spot in the exclusive 6-week GIGA & lablab NEXT incubator program.

Important Info❗️

Final project submissions will be hosted on lablab.ai platform.

On-site Speakers:

Industry experts from our partner organizations will be on-site to share insights, provide mentorship, and help you make the most of the latest tech tools. Enjoy exclusive talks, workshops, and guidance to elevate your project!

• Charlotte Arribe – Community Builder @Giga
• Maria Antonia Bravo – Technology Programme Manager @Giga
• Sergey Nuzhnyy – Head of Developer Relations @AI/ML API

Event Schedule:

Day 1 (Feb 28th)

• 6:00 PM: Doors open (Registration + Dinner)
• 6:30 PM: Hackathon Kick-off (On-site)
• 6:35 PM: GIGA welcome words
• 6:40 PM: lablab.ai Opening words
• 6:45 PM: lablab NEXT Opening words
• 6:50 PM: AI/ML API introduction
• 6:55 PM: Hackathon walkthrough
• 7:00 PM: Fireside Chat
• 7:30 PM: Networking
• 7:30 PM: Q&A session on Discord (online)
• 9:00 PM: Doors close

Day 2 (Mar 1th)

• 12:00 PM: Doors open
• 12:30 PM: Workshop
• 2:00 PM: Refreshment
• 5:00 PM: Workshop
• 7:00 PM: Dinner
• 9:00 PM: Door close

Day 3 (Mar 2th)

• 9:00 AM: Doors open
• 1:00 PM: Lunch
• 4:00 PM: End of Submissions!
• 6:00 PM: Door close

Desde Hedyla, nos complace invitarte a nuestro próximo webinar: “Cómo liderar equipos de transporte y logística de manera efectiva”.

Fecha: 20 de febrero.
Hora: 16h (ESPAÑA).
Plataforma: LinkedIn y YouTube.

En este webinar, abordaremos los principales retos que enfrentan los líderes en el sector del transporte y la logística, exploraremos estrategias prácticas para optimizar la gestión de equipos y analizaremos cómo la digitalización está transformando el liderazgo en la industria.

Para ello, contaremos con la experiencia de grandes profesionales del sector:

‍️ Álex Grau, Last Mile Manager en Condis Supermercats.
‍️ Iván Ferrer Donoso, Responsable de transporte terrestre en media y larga distancia en Pikolin.
‍️ Victor Dorado Fernández, Director de ingeniería en Hedyla.

¿Qué podrás aprender?

Cómo superar los principales desafíos en la gestión de equipos de transporte y logística.
Estrategias prácticas para mejorar la comunicación, coordinación y motivación de los equipos.
El impacto de la digitalización en el liderazgo y cómo aprovechar sus beneficios.

No te pierdas esta oportunidad de descubrir herramientas y estrategias clave para liderar equipos de transporte de manera más efectiva y adaptarte a las nuevas demandas del sector.

Regístrate aquí.

Tech Spirit Barcelona és l’esdeveniment anual de referència que mostra l’escena tecnològica pròspera de la ciutat. Aquesta segona edició centrada en salut tindrà lloc durant la Barcelona Innovation Health Week by Biocat. Reunirem professionals de la medicina, tecnòlegs de la salut, líders farmacèutics i emprenedors: una convergència dinàmica d’innovadors que estan redissenyant el panorama de la prestació d’assistència sanitària i l’accessibilitat. Uneix-te a nosaltres per impulsar un canvi significatiu en el futur de l’assistència sanitària.

AGENDA

• 8.45 Registration and Welcome Coffee
• 9.15 Turning the demographic tide: How can the world respond to aging societies and falling fertility
  • Keynote by Marc Canal Senior Fellow at McKinsey Global Institute – Mckinsey and Company
• 9.45 Advances in Telemedicine
  • Round table with Nuria Abdón Giménez (Fundació Tic Salut), Dr. Jesús Caballero (Hospital Arnau de Vilanova – Lleida), and Xavier Escayola (Sant Joan de Déu). Moderator: Xavier Garcia (BetterCare)
• 10.15 Healthcare Startup pitches
  • RobSurgical – Jaume Amat (Cofounder & CEO)
  • Able Human Motion – Alfons Carnicero (Cofounder & CEO)
  • Nostrum Biodiscovery – Alexis Molina (Director AI)

11.oo – BREAK –

• 11.30 Google Agents: The next frontier in Healthcare and Life Sciences
  • Keynote by Lucrezia Noli (AI Sales & Strategy for Health and Life Sciences at Google)
• 11.50 Generative AI in health, the Spanish market demand
  • Keynote by Javier Perdices (Sr. Account Manager de Healthcare Spain – AWS)
• 12.10 Nestlé Health Strategy
  • Keynote by Fabrizio Monaco (Nestlé)
• 12.30 Collaborative Innovation in Health for Impact on Results
  • Panel with Roc Fages (CSAPG), Meritxell Centeno (Fundacio Hospitalàries de Sant Boi), Marc Serra (Robopedics),  Marc Ramis (Montana Impact Fund), and Felip Miralles (Eurecat) as a moderator.
• 13.00 Translating Draghi Report into Health Code
  • Panel with Montse Daban (Biocat), Carmen Rios (Doctomatic), and Cecilia Edebo (Sahlgrenska Science Park)
• 13.30 Investment trends in health
  • Sara Secall (Inveready), Daniel Oliver (Capital Cell), and Aleix Casals (AWS) as a moderator.
• 14.00 Adoption of Innovation within the Healthcare System: First Results of The Catalan Health System Innovation Access Program (PASS)
  • Fireside chat with Robert Fabregat (Biocat) & Ramon Maspons (Aquas)

SaaS on the Beach is an exclusive 2-day event for SaaS founders and CEOs to explore the latest in Go-To-Market, Product, Technology, and Leadership.

Only SaaS founders

Join 40 top SaaS founders and CEOs from companies with €1M+ in revenue. Connect with peers who are shaping the future of the industry.

Quality Content

Every session is led by handpicked experts like Sam Jacobs from Pavilion and Chris Cunningham from ClickUp. They will run interactive sessions tailored for founders. No sponsored talks, period.

Authentic Connections

Build meaningful relationships during the discussions and at the social activities and dinners included in the program.

Personal Growth

Learn how to lead with resilience, manage mental health, and stay inspired. Grow as a leader, both professionally and personally.