Happy 13th July!

The MTSB IV Acceleration Program Has Officially Launched!We’re thrilled to announce the start of the Acceleration Program, in collaboration with our partners at the Maine Center for Entrepreneurs!This program is one of the most valuable segments of the fourth Montenegrin Technology Startup Bridge project, supported by the U.S. Department of State.This year’s program features top finalists startups from our pre-acceleration Startup Readiness Program. These startups have earned their spot and are now embarking on an intensive journey designed to take their businesses to the next level.The program kicks off with an online two-months phase, offering targeted workshops, mentoring sessions, and interactive activities to strengthen their market readiness and business strategies. Early next year, the program culminates with an in-person phase in Portland, Maine, where participants will immerse themselves in the U.S. market.Exciting times ahead—don’t miss the progress of our fourth startup generation!

Badger, a startup from our first generation, continues to prove that perseverance and dedication lead to incredible achievements.Today, we’re thrilled to showcase the testing phase of Montenegro’s first high-tech patent—a groundbreaking moment for innovation in our country!We’re beyond proud of the Badger team and eagerly look forward to the next steps for this groundbreaking 'Conference Connecting Tool.'

Today, we hosted the second Montenegro Startup Round Table Strategy Session, this time at the Science and Technology Park of Montenegro.The session brought together key players from Montenegro’s innovation ecosystem, including representatives from Science and Technology Park, EBRD, EIT Montenegro, the U.S. Embassy in Montenegro, the Innovation Fund, Tehnopolis, the Capital City Podgorica, Ministry of Education, Science, and Innovation, and leading academic institutions like the Faculty of Economics and University of Donja Gorica.Building on the momentum of the first session, we worked together to define actionable steps toward a more cohesive and impactful startup environment. The guidance from the experts from Netherlands helped us tailor the approach to global best practices, ensuring that the strategies we develop are both ambitious and achievable.A heartfelt thank you to all attendees for their active engagement and collaborative spirit. We believe that through joint efforts and a shared vision, we can achieve remarkable progress and establish Montenegro as a leader in the global startup landscape. Let’s keep moving forward!