Again this year, Sofia is part of the global Startup Europe Week initiative that takes place annually within one week. The events illustrate the local entrepreneurial ecosystem in its entirety - featuring inspiring guest speakers who share their challenges on the road to success, as well as representatives from public and private entities who present programs to support start-ups.

Over the course of 4 days: from 14th to 17th March, once again leaders from the start-up ecosystem in Sofia and the region will share opportunities, experiences and practical advice. The event will be partially held in English. The focus is on innovation and current national and European programs, private VC funds, AI, Cyber security and opportunities for start-ups to get valuable advice from successful entrepreneurs and meet women leaders. Entrepreneurial ventures will be presented at a conceptual level, evaluated by experienced private investors and business angels, we will enjoy the euphoria of Startup Europe Week through a live link of international events in our European neighbors, part of the initiative. Also SEW23 Sofia will feature 2 parallel events AI Tools for the future on 16/03 throughout the day and Cyber talk on14/03 at 19:00.

17:00 / Discussion Panel I: EU and National Politics and Programs for Startups17:40 / Community Builders and Hubs18:50 / Cyber CLUB19:00 / Cyber Security Talks20:00 / Networking

15 MARCH 2023

16:00 / Registration16:30 / Women entrepreneurs
17:30 / Venture Capital Funds18:30 / Pitch2Pitch Edition19:30 / Jazz Rock Pop Concert
16 MARCH 2023

10:30 / Opening - "Shaping the Future with Open AI: Exploring the Potential of Open-Source Artificial Intelligence for Positive Impact"10:45 / The AI champions11:10 / Neuromorphic AI Networks11:30 / Emotionally Intelligent AI: Exploring the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Human Emotions" (Demonstration & Presentation)11:50 / LEAM - Large European AI models12:00 / Perspectives of the Brain-Machine Interface: The Intersection of AI and Neurotechnology12:30 / Lunch break14:00 / Beyond Human: Exploring the Intersection of AI and Robotics"(Demonstration & Discussions)15:00 / AI Ethics: Ensuring Responsible Use of AI in Society15:20 / Breaking Boundaries with AI and Hologram Communications: Revolutionizing Remote Collaboration and Telepresence16:50 / AI and Cybersecurity: Securing the Future of Digital Infrastructure"(Demonstration & Presentation)17:20 / Unlocking the Potential of AI in Education - Project TESS17:40 / Quantum Computing and AI: Revolutionizing the Future of Technology18:20 / How do robots talk?18:40 / Rooftop after party with networking, drinks, and music
17 MARCH 2023
16:30 / Climate action journey “My world, my actions, our planet.”17:50 / Outlook on the future: shaping a climate-friendly society18:50 / Wrap up and closing - Becoming part of the climate transition19:00 / SEW23 Party
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