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October, 2023

In this month's newsletter, we're thrilled to share some of the latest news and updates from Vilnius TechFusion.

Immerse Yourself in Vilnius' Tech Scene with Our Report

Autumn is in full swing and we're ecstatic to deliver a digital harvest of the latest tech news and achievements buzzing in Vilnius. But, most notably, here's a meticulously curated guide offering you an all-access pass to the forefront of tech, the Vilnius TechFusion Report.

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Main Headlines

Vilnius earns the title of European Green Capital for 2025

Vilnius stole the show during a ceremony on 5 October, winning the European Green City 2025 Award. The jury celebrated Vilnius for its outstanding efforts to reduce emissions and go climate-neutral by 2030. Plus, a tech-savvy approach to citizen engagement is the envy of cities everywhere. We rock the green scene!

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Vilnius takes the crown as the most business-friendly city in emerging Europe

Emerging Europe has spoken, and the Business-Friendly City Perception Index has a new champion! Vilnius has been crowned the most business-friendly city in the region. A panel of 100 global investment sharks took the stage, evaluating cities with 200,000+ residents, and Vilnius' allure couldn't be denied.

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Save the date because the Vilnius TechFusion Startup Awards 2023 are coming

Entering its fifth year, the Vilnius TechFusion Startup Awards are back, bigger and bolder, and it's all thanks to the driving force of Go Vilnius. Together with our stellar partners, Unicorns Lithuania and Sunrise Tech Park, we're unleashing a spectacular event that's become the hallmark celebration in the startup ecosystem on 11 January.

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Unlocking Lithuania's unicorn gurus: the winning formula for more startups

In a vast realm of digital chats, Tomas Okmanas and Eimantas Sabaliauskas joined forces. Together, they set sail on an exciting journey, venturing from one project to the next. Until one day, they bid 'adieu' to their comfy corporate gigs and embraced the wild ride of startup creation! Do you want to know how?

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Breezit secures $2M boost to fuel its AI wedding planning platform

The event planning platform aced a $2M funding round led by Practica Capital. They're revving the engines on their generative AI and machine-learning game. Explore venues and vendors with comprehensive pricing details!

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Hostinger's CMO Daugirdas Jankus takes the helm as CEO

Daugirdas Jankus has stepped into the CEO role at Hostinger, bringing six years of marketing mastery to the forefront. Meanwhile, Arnas Stuopelis, the seasoned 12-year Hostinger CEO, will continue as Chairman of the Board.

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Lithuania's science X Factor – the molecular fingerprint innovator

Meet Raimonda Bogužaitė, the chemist at the Center for Physical Sciences and Technology leading the way in creating molecular "fingerprints" for sensors to hunt down viruses and more. This rising star, a PhD student in Nanotechnologies, clinched the Tyrėjų Grand Prix 2023 in Vilnius on 18 October.

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Vilnius' Ekspla and Light Conversion redefine lasers with cutting-edge SYLOS 3

Meet SYLOS 3, a game-changing laser system from the Vilnius power duo Ekspla and Light Conversion. After a colossal three-year journey, costing up to €6M, the future has arrived. Compared to the already impressive SYLOS 2A at ELI-ALPS, SYLOS 3 packs more than a threefold punch in peak and average power.

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Sector Leaders

Meet Gražina Mykolaitytė

In our conversation with Gražina Mykolaitytė, CEO of Vugene, we unravelled Lithuania's remarkable biotech journey, as she shared her personal transition from finance to this dynamic sector. From challenges to triumphs, we delved deep into Lithuania's current biotech landscape. There's plenty waiting for you in this captivating story. Don't miss it out!