MWC and 4YFN once again brought close to 100K people and the latest tech to Barcelona. From robot dogs and alcohol-free Vermut to a giant Hyperloop mock and smartphones seemingly defying physics, it’s been one fascinating show. And while there’s been some fun Twitter banter on whether it’s really MWC pulling the crowds or rather 4YFN, the truth is: They both play a major part … [Read more...]
Mobile World Congress & 4YFN Parties & Events Guide (MWC23 & 4YFN23)
👉 Click here for our latest guide: 2024 MWC & 4YFN Parties & Events Guide No doubt about it, Mobile World Congress (MWC) is one of the most highly anticipated events in Barcelona’s (if not the planet’s) tech calendar, drawing thousands of industry pros and enthusiasts to Catalonia each year. As the city gears up to host the 2023 edition, locals and visitors alike can … [Read more...]
How Barcelona Can Become the World’s Leading Blockchain Hub
This is a guestpost by GLOCAL students from the University of Barcelona - Jonny Amon, SzuTung Chen, Spencer Long & Ilayda Tenim - based on a report they made during their internship at PEMB. We can all agree that Barcelona has emerged as an international hub for tech startups in Europe. Between the city’s investment in various collaboration groups, a growing network of … [Read more...]
Why Barcelona Startups Are Focusing on Online Channels to Improve Conversion
As one of the most vibrant, innovative cities in the world, Barcelona is well on its way to becoming Europe’s digital epicenter. The Catalan capital is fast turning into a hub for tech entrepreneurs, with 29% of Spain’s startups residing in Barcelona. Barcelona’s startup community largely started growing between 2017 and 2018. But just a couple of years into its … [Read more...]
Blockchain Executive Program at ETS: My Experience
Blockchain is omnipresent. Whether it’s because a stablecoin crashes (like TerraUSD), another NFT sells for a record amount, or a new blockchain project gets announced – the media are all over it. This is especially true whenever crypto prices enter a freefall or start a bullish rally. So amidst all the hype and excitement, why not try to find out what’s behind it? That’s … [Read more...]
Female Entrepreneurship in Barcelona
Barcelona’s startup ecosystem is teeming with talented founders, all of whom have an insatiable appetite for entrepreneurship. International Women’s Day feels like an opportune moment to highlight the achievements of some of the most innovative and influential female founders in our city. Catalonia has a long history of producing empowered, fearless women. At the beginning of … [Read more...]
2022 Mobile World Congress Parties and Events Guide (MWC22)
👉 Click here for our latest guide: 2024 MWC & 4YFN Parties & Events Guide MWC is back! And, true to form, Barcinno is here for the 8th year to share your complete guide to all the official (and unofficial) Mobile World Congress parties and events for 2022. In less than a week’s time, around 1,500 exhibitors and attendees from 183 countries will arrive in Barcelona … [Read more...]
Barcelona opens a new office for welcoming international talent
» Barcelona International Welcome Desk is physically located in the emblematic MediaTIC building in the 22@ innovation district and will facilitate the reception of people from other countries who decide to settle, work, invest, study and live in the city » Barcelona is the first Spanish city with a service of this nature, which offers advice to foreigners on … [Read more...]
10 Innovative Barcelona Startup Gift Ideas
With less than 4 weeks until the winter holidays, the end-of-year rush is on. We’re all busy getting work done and ensuring we end the year on a high. So amidst all that stress, in good spirits, I decided to save you one big headache - what gifts to buy for your loved ones? Obviously, the decision should always be personal, but a little inspiration doesn’t hurt. All my 10 … [Read more...]
The Startup Classroom: Abroaden’s Incubator Journey VIII (The Round-Up)
This is the 8th part of a series of posts where Elliott shares his inside track on his experience of going through an incubator program. Part I (Great Expectations)Part II (Back To School)Part III (Design Thinking)Part IV (Legal & Fundraising)Part V (Marketing & Networking)Part VI (Pitching, Decks & Financials)Part VII (Demo Day & Last Days) Hi … [Read more...]