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Meet the imec.istart Autumn 2024 cohort

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New blood incoming! Let’s welcome five startups ready to shake things up. With access to funding, technology, expert mentorship, and a close-knit network that feels like family, these tech trailblazers are primed to turn bold ideas into reality. Let’s see what they’ll make happen!

imec.istart Autumn 2024 Open Call Statistics

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On October 1st, we wrapped up our imec.istart Autumn 2024 open call. This moment marks more than just another round of applications—it’s a unique glimpse into the latest trends and ideas driving change in early-stage entrepreneurship. Our team has meticulously reviewed each submission, and we’re thrilled to welcome a new cohort of tech trailblazers to the imec.istart family. So, let’s dive in and take a first look at the remarkable submissions we’ve received!

Imec.istart PODCAST #13 I’m in Love with a Little Piece of My Big Pie

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Do you want to have your pie and eat it, too? You’re not alone. We all want as much of that pie as we can get, but...if you’re a startup founder, satisfaction with a small slice of that pie – not the whole thing – is the key to success. Isabelle Tennstedt (Seeder Fund), Kris Vandenberk (imec.istart Future Fund), and Tim Clijmans’ (DEO) insights on ownership, funding, the macroeconomic climate, and the power of tight-knit teams give startup founders plenty of food for thought. Even better – they give you tools to minimise share dilution in startup funding and stay strong in the early stages of your journey. Keep reading to find out how.