by ATHENA | Dec 16, 2023 | News
CB Insights is releasing the 2024 Tech IPO Pipeline, a list of 257 venture-backed companies that are likely to be weighing up going public in the next 12 to 18 months. Our analysis is based on a range of signals and datasets, including total equity funding (and how...
by ATHENA | Dec 16, 2023 | News
On 15 December, the European Commission announced that a Common Understanding was reached after 18 months of exploratory talks with representatives of Switzerland’s Federal Council. The package includes an agreement that would provide for the association of...
by ATHENA | Dec 16, 2023 | News
The ERC Consolidator Grants 2024 call closed for applications on 12 December 2023. These are the preliminary data on the submitted proposals: The ERC received 2,313 proposals. This is an increase of 8.6% compared to the 2023 call when 2,130 applications...
by ATHENA | Dec 15, 2023 | News
Directorate-General for Research and Innovation published a new Foresight report, which will contribute substantially to the development of the next Horizon Europe’s Strategic Plan (2025-2027). This comprehensive study gives an insightful perspective on the most...
by ATHENA | Dec 15, 2023 | News
Despite the economic slowdown, startup accelerators continue to play a crucial role in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, providing startups with the necessary resources and guidance to grow and scale. However, not all accelerators are created equal. Some focus on...
by ATHENA | Dec 15, 2023 | News, Uncategorized
The European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA), together with the European Commission, organised an online information session on 12 December to provide information on funding opportunities available under the Erasmus+ 2024 call for...