VivaTech Press Releases

Paris, 28 April 2025 - For the seventh consecutive year, Viva Technology is organizing the Female Founder Challenge, an initiative in favour to female entrepreneurship, in partnership with Forvis Mazars (Sponsor & Knowledge Partner), IRIS (Knowledge Partner), Alibaba Group (Sponsor), JCDecaux (Sponsor) and the SISTA collective (Ambassador Partner). This iconic program pursues a key objective: to empower female founders by providing networking opportunities and access to funding through connections with international venture capital funds. Female-founded companies received 20% of funding in 2024. When looking at companies founded exclusively by women, without male co-founders, that number drops to just 1% of venture capital funding in 2024 and 6% of all deals, according to the Inc. 2025 report. This highlights just how seriously the issue of funding for women entrepreneurs needs to be taken. This year, 536 founders from 83 countries applied. France remains the leading contributing country with 36.9% of applications, followed by the United States (8.4%), the United Kingdom (5.2%), Germany (4.3%) and Canada (3%). After a rigorous selection led by VivaTech, its partners and a jury of experts, five finalists were selected to pitch their solution during the grand finale of the Female Founder Challenge, on 12 June at 9:45 am on the Purple Stage (Stage 2). The winner will then be honored at the VivaTech Global Awards Ceremony, which will take place Thursday 12 June at 5 pm on the Stage 1. The finalists of this 2025 edition are: - HORMONA, United Kingdom Hormona is reinventing women's hormonal health with AI and at-home testing. This start-up offers the first comprehensive solution for hormonal health, offering a revolutionary method of testing, monitoring and treating hormonal problems. About the founder: Karolina Löfqvist is CEO of Hormona which she co-founded in 2020. Passionate about women's health, she strives to make a real difference using data and innovative solutions. The company’s goal is to redefine the future of women's health and contribute to advances that mean better health for all women. - PARALLEL CARBON LTD, United Kingdom Parallel Carbon combines direct air capture and electrolysis to produce carbon-negative hydrogen and pure CO₂. This innovative process helps reduce CO₂ emissions in hard-to-decarbonize sectors while generating carbon offset credits and clean fuels. About the Founder: Aranzazu Carmona Orbezo, PhD in Chemistry from the University of Manchester, is the founder and Chief Technical Officer of Parallel Carbon. She is developing an innovative technology that captures CO₂ from the air while producing hydrogen, with the goal of eliminating emissions and reversing climate change. Passionate about learning and teaching, she is also a strong advocate for women's rights and actively fights against gender bias. - RADIANT MATTER, United Kingdom Radiant Matter is a start-up that is rethinking the design and production of textiles to address environmental challenges. This start-up designs bio-inspired and structurally colored materials that are non-toxic, biodegradable and with a low-carbon footprint, without the use of plastics, metals, minerals or pigments. About the founder: Elissa Brunato is a British materials designer and systems thinker, founder of Radiant Matter. Its flagship innovation, BioSequin™, is a biodegradable alternative to traditional glitter, made from cellulose. The technology has won over brands such as Stella McCartney, who used it in a jumpsuit worn by Cara Delevingne in US Vogue. Elissa also co-founded AusBlau Studio, a research lab for material systems and urban ecosystems. - VERLEY, France Verley is a biotechnology company dedicated to transforming the dairy industry through its precision fermentation technology. Its mission is to promote the environmental transition in the industry by developing functional and sustainable dairy protein ingredients, meeting the needs of dairy manufacturers looking for innovative solutions. About the founder: Hélène Briand began her career in Asia, including Malaysia and India, where she worked on sustainable agricultural models to reduce the usage of antibiotics. In 2020, she co-founded Bon Vivant with Stéphane Mac Millan, a Lyon-based start-up specialising in the production of animal-free dairy proteins via precision fermentation. In March 2025, the company renamed itself Verley and launched a range of patented functional proteins, meeting the needs of food manufacturers in terms of nutrition and sustainability. - VIRTUOSIS AI, Switzerland Virtuosis AI is a privacy-focused AI that identifies early signs of burnout, stress, anxiety, and communication issues by analyzing voice during Microsoft Teams calls. An EPFL spin-off which was voted Microsoft Startup of the Year in 2023, Virtuosis AI develops AI-based speech biomarkers to detect more than 25 mental, cognitive, respiratory, cardiovascular, and metabolic disorders from a 30-second recording. About the founder: Lara Gervaise, an EPFL-graduated AI engineer, co-founded Virtuosis AI in 2019. Under her leadership, Virtuosis AI was voted "Swiss Startup of the Year" by Microsoft in 2023 and opened an office in France in 2025. Invited to the Élysée Palace in 2024 by Emmanuel Macron as one of the "great French AI talents", Lara campaigns for ethical and inclusive technology, regularly speaking on equality in tech.

Paris, April 29, 2025 – VivaTech is thrilled to announce that Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA, will deliver a keynote live on stage at VivaTech. In addition, NVIDIA GTC Paris is joining the 4,000 partners of the 9th edition of Europe’s largest tech and startup event, which will take place from June 11 to 14 at Porte de Versailles, Paris. Jensen Huang, Top Speaker at VivaTech 2025 Jensen Huang will speak on Wednesday, June 11, on the Dome Stage at the 9th edition of VivaTech. His keynote will spotlight NVIDIA’s latest technological breakthroughs and vision for AI and innovation. As one of the most influential figures in the global tech scene, Huang leads NVIDIA, the driving force behind today’s most groundbreaking technologies - particularly in AI, one of the central themes of VivaTech 2025. NVIDIA GTC Paris to Take Place in VivaTech: Paris the Capital of European Tech This year, VivaTech expands its reach with NVIDIA GTC Paris, which will take place at Porte de Versailles on June 11 and 12. Open to all VivaTech attendees, NVIDIA GTC Paris is the European edition of NVIDIA’s premiere AI conference. It will showcase the latest innovations from NVIDIA. This collaboration will help strengthen Paris’s position as a key hub on the European and global tech map. “VivaTech is extremely proud to have NVIDIA GTC Paris as part of this year’s event, and that Jensen Huang, one of the most iconic figures in global tech, has chosen the VivaTech stage for what promises to be a memorable keynote. This collaboration with NVIDIA highlights the central role VivaTech now plays in the tech ecosystem. In June, Paris will be more than ever the epicenter of global tech.” - François Bitouzet, Managing Director of Viva Technology “Europe’s technology landscape is at a pivotal moment, with AI and accelerated computing driving innovation across every industry. VivaTech is at the heart of this evolution, bringing together visionaries, established business leaders and startups to deliver the solutions that will advance the continent and the world. Bringing GTC Paris to VivaTech will help connect Europe’s brightest minds, forge new partnerships and help businesses unlock opportunities. - Jaap Zuiderveld, VP EMEA, NVIDIA More details here [https://vivatechnology.com/vivatech-nvidia-gtc-paris]

Paris, 14 April 2025 - Viva Technology proudly announces the 45 finalists for the 2025 AfricaTech Awards. For this 4th annual edition, this signature VivaTech initiative continues its mission: to highlight and support the most innovative and highest-impact startups on the African continent. The AfricaTech Awards reaffirm their ambition to honor African innovation and entrepreneurship at VivaTech. This initiative aims to celebrate and promote the most promising startups on the continent seeking to address major economic, societal and environmental challenges. This year again, the prize focuses on young companies with high potential in three key sectors: GreenTech; HealthTech; and E-commerce & FinTech. VivaTech and its Knowledge Partner, Deloitte, selected the finalists out of 492 applicants for this 2025 edition. The E-commerce & FinTech category received the highest number of entries (216), followed by the GreenTech category (161) and, finally, HealthTech (115). This year once again, Nigeria confirms its dynamism with the highest representation among the 56 African countries in the running. 110 Nigerian applications were received, a 70% increase over last year’s edition of the AfricaTech Awards. Kenya remains in second place with 51 applicants, continuing its strong mobilization from one edition to the next. New this year: Tunisia arrives on the podium in third place. Of the 45 finalist startups, half were founded or co-founded by women. The HealthTech category stands out as the sector with the highest number of female-led startups, with 50% of applicants founded or co-founded by women. "I am proud that this year's AfricaTech Awards has once again attracted so many high-quality entries from across the African continent," says François Bitouzet, Managing Director of Viva Technology. “This reinforces our approach at VivaTech: to bring together the many voices of tech. And, of course, we are delighted once again to showcase the unique place of Africa in the international atlas of innovation.” These startups were selected based on the following criteria: - The positive and concrete impact of their solutions on society or the environment - The quality of their innovation - The potential for development across the African continent and beyond - The richness and experience of the teams' talents as well as the viability of their business model The winners will be announced at the VivaTech Global Awards Ceremony taking place on Thursday, 12 June 2025, with Édouard Mendy as patron of the AfricaTech Awards for the second year in a row. An emblematic figure of African football, Édouard Mendy, crowned champion of the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021 and voted best goalkeeper of the year in 2022, is also a committed player in the African tech ecosystem. Passionate about innovation and convinced of the potential of the continent's talents, he has already invested in several technology projects in Africa, thus affirming his desire to support local economic entrepreneurship. The 45 startups selected for the final phase of the Africa Tech Awards competition The top 15 startups in the E-commerce & FinTech category: Kuueza Ghana Regxta Nigeria Zeeh Africa Nigeria AgroCenta Ghana Shecluded Nigeria eQUB Ethiopia WamiAgro Limited Ghana Kamaleon Limited Mozambique Kamioun Tunisia eMaisha Pay Uganda Happy Pay South Africa CYTO | Financial Automation Angola SAYNA Madagascar PressPayNg Nigeria Flex Finance Nigeria The top 15 startups in the HealthTech category: Parkers Mobile Clinic Nigeria VIEBEG Rwanda Gabbi Health Nigeria MedSol AI Solutions South Africa Reme-D Egypt UltraTeb Egypt iZola Kenya Zuri Health Kenya TIBU Health Kenya QubX3D Egypt Shezlong Egypt SafeSip Limited Tanzania Sghartoon Tunisia Natal Cares Nigeria Doktorconnect Nigeria The top 15 startups in the GreenTech category: CABAX FARMS Nigeria Trashcoin Nigeria AgriEdge Morocco GreenMorph Global Egypte Plentify South Africa Crop2Cash Nigeria Munakyalo Agrofresh Uganda Ecorich Solutions Limited Kenya Prime Energy Cameroon MellowVans South Africa FLOEWS Nigeria Cloudfret Morocco Farmer Lifeline Kenya ZED MOTORS Benin Bekia Egypt KEY FIGURES - 3 categories: GreenTech, Health Tech, E-commerce & FinTech - 492 applications - 45 startups selected - 3 winners announced at VivaTech 12 June 2025 on Stage One with one of them taking the Grand Prize

Paris, 3 April 2025 – Over four action-packed days from 11 to 14 June, the Porte de Versailles in Paris will host the 9th edition of VivaTech, Europe's largest startup and tech event. This 2025 edition will explore the new frontiers of innovation not only in terms of technology, but also from the economic, geopolitical, societal and environmental perspectives. The event will bring together the best speakers, startups, and thought leaders from the private and public sectors to examine a vast array of tech-driven breakthroughs and developments. SPANNING A DECADE OF TECHNOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION In less than ten years, VivaTech has established itself as the unmissable innovation event in Europe, with more than 165,000 visitors joining us in Paris in 2024. This year, at a time when innovation is not merely an investment driver but is also at the heart of innumerable conversations, VivaTech is exploring innovation’s new frontiers: - Technology: With AI but also with quantum and blockchain and so many other disruptive technologies fuelling our discussions; with more than 14,000 startups and tech champions from around the world converging at VivaTech; and with a new prize dedicated to innovation, technology will be showcased and examined from every angle. - Business: More than 30 business sectors will be represented at VivaTech to illustrate how these emerging technologies, and especially AI, are finding their way into current or future business models, with a particular emphasis on space tech, travel tech and retail. - Geopolitics: At a time when the global tech map is undergoing profound upheaval and new territorial powers are jockeying for position, VivaTech is hosting a broad array of tech ecosystems in Paris. While some countries are strengthening their presence, notably China, other countries will be present at VivaTech for the first time: the United States, Poland, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, El Salvador and Nigeria. The latter will join other African nations participating in the fourth annual edition of the AfricaTech Awards. As a major showcase for African entrepreneurship in GreenTech, Health Tech, E-commerce and Fintech, the AfricaTech Awards also welcomes footballer Édouard Mendy to the VivaTech stage. Meanwhile, Canada, VivaTech’s Country of the Year, is bringing a delegation of more than 170 Canadian tech and AI companies and organizations, among them Cohere, Sanctuary AI, Vooban, Airudi and Medeloop. - Responsabilities: 81% of executives see technology as instrumental in addressing societal and environmental challenges, from employment diversity to carbon footprint reduction*. VivaTech 2025 embodies this commitment with the second edition of the Impact Bridge. Created in partnership with EDF, the Impact Bridge is a major attraction at VivaTech, dedicated entirely to startups seeking to make a positive impact on society, healthcare and the environment. It’s also where the inaugural Tech for Change Award, in partnership with Axionable, will be launched, and where you can learn about our new program dedicated to Chief Sustainability Officers. "VivaTech is the platform where technology and business meet to shape the future. With the advent of AI and also because of ongoing geopolitical upheaval, interest is stronger than ever for this edition. With 300 global innovations announced and 4,000 partners, VivaTech is a driver of growth and visibility. Bringing together leaders from 30 sectors and international delegations, Vivatech is where companies and organizations can generate as much as 40% of their annual leads and strategic partnerships," explain Maurice Lévy, Emeritus Chairman of Publicis Groupe, and Pierre Louette, CEO of Les Echos - Le Parisien — co-organizers of the event — and François Bitouzet, Managing Director of Viva Technology. FIRST KEY SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED Joe Tsai, Co-Founder & Chairman, Alibaba Group Vanessa Wyche, Acting Associate Administrator, NASA Alain Aspect, CNRS / Pasqal, Nobel Prize Winner Zak Brown, CEO, McLaren Racing Paul Hudson,CEO, Sanofi Nikesh Arora, CEO, Palo Alto Networks Arkady Volozh, Founder & CEO, Nebius Barry Diller, Chairman and Senior Executive, IAC Thierry Breton, Former European Commissioner for the Internal Market Enrico Letta, Former Prime Minister of Italy Mathias Döpfner, Chairman & CEO, Axel Springer SE THE MAIN THEMES AT THIS NINTH EDITION OF VIVATECH 1. The AI Revolution in Action As Artificial Intelligence continues to transform industries and sectors, AI will be central to our discussions at VivaTech in 2025. According to the VivaTech barometer*, 85% of companies plan to increase their investments in AI in the coming year, reflecting accelerated global adoption. To illustrate this dynamic, we will hear from a wide variety of influential speakers, among them the rising figures shaping the future of AI: Mike Krieger, CPO, Anthropic; Martin Kon, President & COO, Cohere; Alexandr Wang, Founder & CEO, Scale AI; Arthur Mensch, Co-Founder & CEO, Mistral AI; Ami Badani CMO, ARM; and Yann LeCun Chief AI Scientist, META. Some highlights among the many groundbreaking innovations featured at this 9th edition of VivaTech: - Robotics: Unitree (China) stands out as the world leader in quadruped robots. Through the integration of Artificial Intelligence, Unitree improves machine learning efficiency and accuracy, with more than 180 patents covering motion control, robotic sensing, and key components. Their new Humanoid model, one of the most developed in terms of AI, will be presented at VivaTech. - Fighting disinformation: Trusting Pixels (Canada) is at the forefront of detecting image edits, a crucial innovation as 77% of executives are concerned about the proliferation of fake news. Their technology helps organizations identify authentic influencers, comply with alteration laws, and support consumer protection authorities in verifying ads. - Environmental protection: AI plays a crucial role in the fight against climate change. Ocean Eyes (Japan) uses AI and IoT to predict marine conditions and promote sustainable fishing. By creating accurate models to anticipate ocean conditions and identify the best fishing grounds, Ocean Eyes reduces waste, promotes sustainability, and allows fishermen to protect the environment while continuing their business. 2. Creative Industries: Tech Reinvents Art and Entertainment By 2030, the creative industries will account for 10% of global GDP**. Music, film, fashion, design and gaming are entering a new era where technological innovation is redefining creation, distribution and consumer experience. Artificial intelligence, augmented reality and blockchain are revolutionizing these sectors by offering new opportunities to artists and companies. This year, VivaTech will bring together professionals and creators who will share their vision and strategies for the future. Speakers include: Elisha Karmitz CEO, mk2; Alexis Lanternier, CEO, Deezer; Rachel Thornton, Digital Experience & Adobe Experience Cloud, Adobe; Michael Fan, VC & ex-partner, Galaxy Interactive; Blanca Li, Choreographer, film director, dancer and actress; and Cliff Obrecht, Co-Founder and COO, Canva. VivaTech will honor the creative industries through two major experiences: - Runway’s AI Festival: Exclusive screening in Paris of a selection of short films made with AI as part of the Runway AI Festival - Viva Night:An immersive extravaganza in the Dôme de Paris – A world-premiere experience, in partnership with Live Nation, with immersive sound and visual technology bringing together 4,000 participants. 3. Tech Cares: Tech at the Service of Wellbeing With the global mental healthcare market expected to reach $573 billion by 2033*, VivaTech sets the stage once again for startups innovating to improve quality of life, wellbeing, access to healthcare, education, and the environment. Leading voices in the healthcare sector will be on hand to tell the story of the dazzling advances in this field, among them Stanislas Niox-Chateau, Co-Founder & CEO, Doctolib; Colin Murdoch, President, Isomorphic Labs & Chief Business Officer, Google DeepMind; Fanny Jaulin Co-Founder & CEO, Orakl Oncology; Alex Lebrun, Co-Founder and CEO, Nabla; and many others. Several startups revolutionizing the health and wellbeing sector will be featured at VivaTech in 2025: - EMOBOT (France) uses AI to detect mood disorders via a selfie. Holding four global patents, this startup, already collaborates with 150 doctors. This solution offers real-time monitoring of the evolution of depressive symptoms, making it possible to measure the response to treatments early, reduce therapeutic trials, and prevent relapses. - NUANCE AUDIO x ESSILORLUXOTTICA (Italy): Nuance audio glasses are designed to compensate for mild to moderate hearing loss. They incorporate directional microphones and in-ear speakers to improve sound perception while remaining discreet and functional for everyday use. - AQEMIA (France): Aqemia is a next-generation TechBio company, using physics and statistical mechanics-based algorithms to power generative artificial intelligence to rapidly design innovative drug candidates for critical diseases in areas such as immuno-oncology. - IMPACT – ANTOINE ALLENO FOUNDATION: IMPACT is a movement to put technology at the service of life and reinvent awareness of road risks. As part of this project, the Antoine Alléno Foundation is mobilizing companies and startups to develop technological solutions capable of directly acting on risky behavior. The various solutions will be showcased on the Foundation's stand during the four days of VivaTech. MAJOR FRENCH AND INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS Co-Organizers: Groupe Les Echos - Le Parisien & Publicis Groupe Founding Partners: BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste Groupe, LVMH, Orange Platinum Partners: AWS, Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, ManpowerGroup, PwC, Verizon, VusionGroup Gold Partners: AXA, Groupe Bouygues, China, Docusign, EDF, Engie, EY, Freshworks, JCDecaux, KPMG, L'Oréal Groupe, Live Nation, McKinsey, Microsoft, Salesforce, TotalEnergies, Germany, SNCF Groupe, RATP Group, Sanofi, Association Antoine Alléno, Federal Republic of Nigeria, and Canada (2025 Country of the Year at VivaTech) Join us at Viva Technology 2025! Follow this link [https://subscribe.vivatechnology.com/media] to request your accreditation

- The World Economic Forum is partnering with VivaTech to establish a European Centre for AI Excellence (CAIE) in Paris to strengthen Europe’s position as a global leader in AI. - The centre will leverage France’s strong research ecosystem, robust technology investment landscape and dynamic start-up scene to drive innovation and adoption. - Building on the momentum of the AI Action Summit [https://www.elysee.fr/en/sommet-pour-l-action-sur-l-ia], the centre will join the Forum’s Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) Network as the first centre in Europe focused on AI innovation. - Learn more about the global C4IR Network here [https://centres.weforum.org/centre-for-the-fourth-industrial-revolution/network] and read the 2023-2024 C4IR Network Impact Report here [https://www.weforum.org/publications/centre-for-the-fourth-industrial-revolution-network-2023-2024-impact-report/]. Paris, 27 February 2025 - The World Economic Forum and VivaTech have agreed to launch a European Centre for AI Excellence (CAIE) in Paris in 2025. The centre will join the World Economic Forum’s Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) global network, further advancing its global leadership in leveraging technology for transformative change. CAIE will tackle key AI challenges by tailoring solutions to Europe’s needs, driving innovation and economic growth throughout the continent. It will build on France’s role as a key global AI player by supporting cross-border research, fostering start-up ecosystems and promoting responsible AI adoption across business and society, in line with the Action AI Summit [https://www.elysee.fr/en/sommet-pour-l-action-sur-l-ia] organised by President Emmanuel Macron of France and held in February 2025 in Paris. Supported by the World Economic Forum’s AI Governance Alliance [https://initiatives.weforum.org/ai-governance-alliance/home] – one of the largest and most diverse networks of AI stakeholders globally – CAIE will promote collaboration to develop inclusive and sustainable AI solutions, enhancing productivity, competitiveness and technological advancement. “The World Economic Forum, in partnership with VivaTech, is committed to shaping the future of AI in a way that drives innovation, economic growth and societal progress," said Jeremy Jurgens, Managing Director, World Economic Forum. “The new centre will bring together businesses, policy-makers and researchers to develop and scale AI solutions that create positive impact for all.” The centre’s strategic priorities will include showcasing leading research and breakthroughs, driving responsible adoption of AI solutions across diverse industries, fostering cross-sector collaboration to address shared challenges and connecting the European AI innovation ecosystem with global opportunities to enhance economic growth and its competitiveness on the world stage. “Once launched, the centre will play a critical role in fostering pan-European collaboration for AI and showcasing Europe’s unique role in advocating an alternative model that balances innovation and individual rights, said Maurice Lévy, Founder of VivaTech and Emeritus Chairman, Publicis Groupe. “The centre will be open to researchers from across the world and we plan to have close collaboration between European AI Research Institutes.”

Announcing the second edition of the VivaTech Confidence Barometer, an international survey of tech executives conducted by OpinionWay in Europe (France, Germany, United Kingdom, Spain, Italy) and North America (USA, Canada) - Business leaders confirm their solid confidence in emerging technologies, with a confidence score of 87/100. - 81% of executives have seen an improvement over the past 12 months in their perception of the role of new technologies in ensuring their company's competitiveness (+9 points vs. 2024). - 81% consider their country's companies to be internationally competitive on technological issues. - AI stands out as the technology most likely to impact business in the coming years (at 65%, +5 points vs. 2024). - 92% of American executives see their country as leading the way in international tech competitiveness. - 82% of UK decision-makers consider their companies to be leaders in the adoption of technological innovations. Paris, 30 January 2025 - Viva Technology announces the second edition of its VivaTech Confidence Barometer, an international survey of tech executives conducted by OpinionWay. On the whole, technological progress is seen as increasingly strategic by companies, and as a priority area of investment for senior executives. There is a marked divergence of opinions among respondents, with Americans perceiving themselves as more competitive than their counterparts in Europe, with France and the United Kingdom moving confidently ahead while Italy and Spain lag far behind. AI, a Challenge Accepted by Businesses Everywhere 100% of executives believe that the adoption of at least one new technology generates tangible benefits for their company, such as increased productivity (62%) and reduced operational costs (48%), a trend clearly reflected in their investment intentions. 91% of companies intend to increase their investment in at least one of the technologies in which they have invested. Unsurprisingly, AI clearly stands out as the technology most likely to have an impact on the companies' business (65%), well ahead of cybersecurity (41%) and cloud computing (39%). Over the next 12 months, 85% of the companies surveyed plan to increase their investment in AI. Differing Perceptions of Competitiveness in the International Arena: The USA in Pole Position 81% of executives believe in technology as key to boosting their company’s international competitiveness. The United States and the United Kingdom are the most confident about the ability of their tech sectors to compete internationally,with 92% and 81% of CEOs respectively believing their country to be at the forefront, compared with 86% and 77% in 2024. CEOs in France (76%), Germany (76%), Canada (74%) and Spain (70%) share a similar perception, judging their companies to be relatively competitive. Conversely, Italian CEOs are less confident, with only 64% of them judging their companies to be competitive. According to all the executives questioned, the main factors cited to ensure the technological competitiveness of their companies are: - Highly qualified employees (45%) Ongoing investment in R&D (44%) - Strong international reputation and recognition (43%) The USA (45%) and France (39%), for their part, attach increasing importance to international collaboration to strengthen their competitiveness. Executives were also asked about the adoption of technological innovations by their countries. Here, too, executives in the USA and the United Kingdom feel their countries are leading the way, with 87% and 82% respectively believing their companies are at the forefront of the adoption of technological innovations. This contrasts with Italy, where executives again see their country as lagging behind (44%). France (71%), for its part, is slightly below the international average of 76%, but enjoys a positive dynamic with an increase of more than 10 points compared to the 2024 barometer. The human factor is at the heart of the technology debate: the lack of qualified employees (41%) and resistance to change (39%) are frequently cited obstacles, while talent is seen as one of the main drivers of competitiveness (45%). Furthermore, it is interesting to note once again the contrast between Europe and the USA, where executives cite regulatory compliance and data protection issues as the main obstacles to the adoption of emerging technologies by US companies (50% / +12 points vs. 2024). Technological Progress: Source of Concern, Source of Solutions Fake news and the protection of privacy While technological progress is seen as a competitive driver that can consolidate a country's leadership, business executives remain aware of the inherent risks. Of all those surveyed, three quarters (77%) are equally concerned about the invasion of privacy and the proliferation of fake news and the difficulty of identifying it. The subject of privacy is a matter of concern in all the countries surveyed, although it is expressed more strongly in the USA (83% / +5 points vs 2024) and Spain (90%). Germany and Italy, on the other hand, are more relaxed about this issue (59% / -10 points vs 2024 and 67%). In France, where privacy is still a pressing concern, the level of that concern among those surveyed has decreased from 83% to 79%. To alleviate these concerns, 9 out of 10 companies have already introduced measures to inform and reassure their employees, customers and service providers. In the short term, more than half of companies expect data management to become even more complex in the future. Focus on the Environment The negative impact of tech on the environment is also a concern for 70% of business leaders. Among respondents, unicorns, startups and scaleups are more concerned and express deep concern, with 47% saying they are very concerned about this issue. On the other side of the Atlantic, the USA is more concerned than last year and expresses this concern more intensely than the average (74% in 2025 vs. 57% in 2024). Tech as a Response to Major Societal Challenges But while technology carries its share of uncertainties and risks, it is also seen by more than 9 out of 10 business leaders (90%) as a solution to the major challenges of our time. Executives are convinced that technology can empower people by addressing the challenges facing the education system (45%), facilitating access to information and helping to combat misinformation (42%). Germany is more convinced than average that new technologies can be used to meet the challenges facing the education system (60%), the UK and Spain are more convinced of the need to combat disinformation (52%), and France seems to see a greater emphasis on diversity and inclusion than last year (32% in 2025 vs. 18% in 2024). Furthermore, 81% of CEOs believe that the tech ecosystem as a whole promotes diversity and inclusion. Methodology This barometer was carried out between December 2024 and January 2025. It included a quantitative phase involving 1,708 private company directors/ExCom members in companies with 50 or more employees who are directly involved in decisions relating to the development of their company and who are interested in tech issues; or in startups, unicorns and scaleups offering tech solutions or who are interested in tech issues. The interviews were conducted as follows: 305 in France, 253 in Germany, 210 in Spain, 210 in Italy, 210 in the United Kingdom, 260 in the USA and 260 in Canada between 3 and 20 December 2024. The representative sample was drawn up using the quota method and weighted according to the criteria of salary size, sector of activity and geographical location.

-More than 165,000 visitors (+10% vs 2023) -13,500 startups (+20% vs 2023) -VivaTech serves as a catalyst for the global debate on AI: more than 2 billion people reached through social networks (two times more than in 2023) A UNIQUE MEETING PLACE, A BUSINESS AND FUNDING ACCELERATOR VivaTech is proving to be the most effective business event, with more than 400,000 business connections through digital channels alone, and with an enthusiastic response from everyone looking to generate sales leads across all sectors. This year, more than 13,500 startups also had the opportunity to forge business relationships with companies from more than 25 sectors of activity and to meet more than 2,000 investors and investment funds such as Accel, KKR, Lightspeed, Sequoia Capital, Eurazeo and GV (Google Ventures) during the three professional days. VIVA TECHNOLOGY CONFIRMS ITS WORLDWIDE POPULARITY VivaTech has become the global epicenter for meetings and discussions about tech and innovation. More than 120 countries were represented, with some 40 national pavilions, including Canada, Taiwan, Brazil, the UK and Germany. Japan, Country of the Year, was also able to showcase its technology ecosystem with the presence of a ministerial delegation and more than 40 startups. Africa was back in the spotlight this year with the Africa Tech Lab, an area dedicated to local talent and startups. Now in its third year, the AfricaTech Awards, sponsored by Airtel and Cassava Technologie, put the spotlight on the most innovative startups in the Climate Tech, Health Tech, FinTech & Ecommerce sectors in Africa. This year's winners include Schoolz for Climate Tech; Thalia Psychotherapy for Health Tech; and Inclusivity Solutions for FinTech & Ecommerce. IA AND SUSTAINABLE TECH TAKE CENTER STAGE IN THE 2024 PROGRAM VivaTech 2024 was the place where the latest and most tangible AI solutions were presented, with more than 40% of exhibitors showing innovations in this area, notably through a new space: the AI Avenue, the bubbling heart of VivaTech for four days. VivaTech's reinforced commitment to responsible tech was reflected in the Impact Bridge, sponsored by EDF, an entire aisle dedicated to initiatives and innovations with a positive impact on building a more sustainable and inclusive future. More than 400 debates took place, two-thirds of them international, featuring inspiring personalities such as John Kerry, Rachel Delacour (Sweep), Robin Li (Baidu), Arthur Mensch (Mistral AI), Yann LeCun (Meta) and Dario Amodei (Anthropic). From the very first edition, VivaTech has been determined to set an example when it comes to environmental issues. These efforts were rewarded this year with ISO 20-121 certification. This recognition is part of a wider CSR framework that has been in place for more than two years. DIVERSITY, PART OF VIVATECH’S DNA, PLAYS A BIGGER ROLE THAN EVER BEFORE As every year, women are in the spotlight: more than 40% of speakers at VivaTech were women. The 6th edition of the Female Founder challenge, supported by Mazars, JCDecaux and Verizon, gave an award to Albane Dersy, co-founder of inbolt, a robotics software company developing real-time guidance using 3D vision and AI. The 100+100 mentoring program brought together more than 100 young girls and 100 influential women in tech, with the aim of inspiring them to take up careers in the sector. In addition, a number of other initiatives were again on the program, such as Impact Builders, in partnership with Diversidays, which aims to accelerate the business impact of entrepreneurs who, because of their age, social conditions or origin, do not have sufficient opportunities in the tech ecosystem. Femtech France was also present for the second year running, launching its second Femtech industry barometer at VivaTech, promoting innovations to improve women's health. "VivaTech has firmly established itself as the place that is redefining the debate around innovation, technology and startups. The figures speak for themselves, with records that establish us as the event that attracts the world's biggest players and forges economic ties between Europe, Asia and the Americas. VivaTech News attracted 6.5 million online viewers worldwide. We are also very proud that VivaTech in Paris is the unique and privileged place for technology, innovation, artificial intelligence and business. This is where investors, startups and major companies meet in a very productive way. We would like to thank all the giants of innovation who graciously agreed to come and discuss the most crucial issues facing society, all our partners, and all the VivaTech teams who manage to exceed expectations year after year," say VivaTech co-Presidents Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette and VivaTech Managing Director François Bitouzet. VIVATECH 2024: THE SHOWCASE FOR LAUNCHES, EXCLUSIVES AND INNOVATIONS FROM AROUND THE TECH WORLD Over four days, VivaTech was buzzing with news, as some 50 exclusive global and European announcements were made, among them: -BiPed AI: Robotics software for visually impaired people integrating obstacle detection, turn-by-turn GPS and scene description with GPT to improve mobility and independence; -Everdian: An AI-powered real-time data analysis solution with a dynamic display to anticipate, detect and overcome crises; -Bioteos: A solution that tackles indoor air pollution through an air purifier incorporating bio-simulants and micro-algae in a 3D-printed housing; -Dopavision: Redefining therapeutic solutions for ophthalmic and neurological conditions through a unique photobiomodulation method targeting the blind spot of the eye; -The Cybertruck from Tesla (and Elon Musk) made its first appearance in France at VivaTech, kicking off a tour of France and Europe; -Software République unveiled its "U1st Vision" concept, a first in mobile services focused on citizens and health. MORE THAN 400 INTERNATIONAL SPEAKERS The world's leading speakers discussed current events and contemporary challenges, with a particular focus on Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Tech. The general public day focused in particular on Gaming & Esport. Keynote speakers included Elon Musk, founder, chairman and CEO of SpaceX, Tesla, X (ex-Twitter); Eric Schmidt, former head of Google and founder of Schmidt Futures; Faye Iosotaluno, CEO of Tinder; Hiroshi Mikitani, CEO of Rakuten; Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X (ex-Twitter); Christel Heydemann, CEO of Orange; Meredith Whittaker, president of the Signal Foundation; and Bernard Arnault, CEO & chairman of LVMH, who presided over the LVMH Innovation Awards. Many members of government and international institutions took an active part in this year's edition of VivaTech. Among them, we welcomed Fumio Kishida, Prime Minister of Japan; Thierry Breton, European Commissioner for the Internal Market at the European Commission; Viscount Camrose, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the UK Department for IA and Intellectual Property; Audrey Tang, Taiwan's 1st Minister of Digital Affairs; Bruno Le Maire, Minister for the Economy, Finance and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty; and Marina Ferrari, France's Secretary of State for Digital Affairs. Also among the big names attending VivaTech this year were Serena and Venus Williams, brand partners of Shares; Pierre-Alexis Bizot, better known as Domingo, streamer and co-producer of the Popcorn show with Webedia; Kameto (Kamel) Kebir and Prime (Amine) Mekri, founders of Karminecorp; and Harlan Coben, best-selling novelist and executive producer. VivaTech is also the place where the marketing of tomorrow is invented. Joining us this year were Marc Pritchard, Chief Brand Officer of P&G; Asmita Dubey, Chief Digital and Marketing Officer of L'Oréal; Dr. Werner Vogels, CTO of Amazon.com; Aude Gandon, Global CMO of Nestlé, and Arthur Sadoun, Chairman & CEO of Publicis Groupe. LeWeekend, co-organized by VivaTech and the Founders Forum, brought together some 100 founders and CEOs of unicorns from around the world, including Xavier Niel and Sir Tim Berners-Lee. STRONG COMMITMENT FROM VIVATECH PARTNERS Viva Technology shares the success of this 8th edition with its main partners and would like to thank them for their commitment: Co-organizers: Groupe Les Echos - Le Parisien & Publicis Groupe Founding partners: BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste Groupe, LVMH, Orange Japan, Country of the Year at VivaTech 2024 Platinum partners: Amazon, Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, ManpowerGroup, PwC Gold partners: EDF, Engie, EY, French-German Tech Lab, FreshWorks, Groupe Bouygues, Groupe SNCF, HONOR, JCDecaux, KPMG, L'Oréal Groupe, Microsoft, Salesforce, Sanofi, Togg, TotalEnergies, Woven by Toyota Silver partners: Suez, La Région Île de France, Great Britain & Northern Ireland, Groupe ADP, Airbus, Audi, AXA, Wallonie - Brussels, BPI France, BYD, L'IA du Canada, Capgemini, CMA CGM, CNRS, Groupe Crédit Agricole, Digital Bangladesh, Docusign, European Innovation Council, Gouvernement de la République Française, HKTDC, HUAWEI, Zeroine, IBM, International Finance Corporation, Italian Trade Agency, KISED, Northern France, LinkedIn, MediaLink, Meta, Métropole du Grand Paris, Ministère des Armées, Auvergne Rhône-Alpes, Région Centre-Val de Loire, La Région Occitanie, Région Sud, Scaleway, Swisstech, Taïwan Tech Arena, United Robotics Group. 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Paris, 21 May 2024 - - VivaTech is delighted to announce that Elon Musk will be taking part in VivaTech 2024. EVERYTHING YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT ELON MUSK (BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK) For this 8th edition of VivaTech, Elon Musk is back to answer questions live from the audience, starting with Maurice Lévy who will kick off the proceedings on the afternoon of Thursday 23 May. This will be an opportunity to discuss Elon Musk's personal vision as well as the advances made by his companies in the field of Artificial Intelligence, which have been the subject of much debate. There will also be news from Tesla, whose entire ecosystem will be on show in Hall 2 of VivaTech, including – for the first time in France – the Cybertruck. This 8th edition of Viva Technology promises to be a new milestone, and to reaffirm VivaTech's position as the must-attend event on the international tech and startup calendar. "I am extremely pleased that the incomparable Elon Musk has graciously agreed to speak at VivaTech again. At this year's edition, Artificial Intelligence will have a prominent place on every stage and in every aisle. We could not have hoped for a better opportunity to talk to Mr. Musk about his vision and the challenges of such a technology," said Maurice Lévy, co-President of Viva Technology and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Publicis Groupe. Elon Musk's participation will be conducted remotely, and the session will take place on the afternoon of Thursday 23 May in the Dôme de Paris.

Paris, 20 May 2024 - VivaTech is proud to announce the exceptional participation of Robin Li, CEO of Baidu, the most widely used search engine in China, at the next edition of VivaTech, which is taking place place 22-25 May at Porte de Versailles in Paris. The opening day of VivaTech 2024 will feature an extensive series of highlights, including this new session to round off the program on Stage One. Robin Li, renowned for his influence in the tech sector and playing a key role in transforming the current artificial intelligence landscape, will be taking the stage on Wednesday 22 May at 2:40pm. CEO and co-founder of Baidu, one of the world's most visited websites, Robin Li is a leading figure in AI. His enthusiasm for the future is reflected in his eager anticipation of the emergence of "millions and millions of new native AI applications that we probably can't even imagine". Last chance to register for Viva Technology 2024! Request your accreditation by following this link [https://subscribe.vivatechnology.com/media]

Paris, 30 April 2024 - VivaTech is extremely pleased to announce the exceptional participation of Venus and Serena Williams on the VivaTech stage during the next edition, which will take place from 22 to 25 May at Paris Porte de Versailles. Their presence in Paris adds an exciting dimension to the event, especially in the context of the launch of Shares' campaign featuring Venus and Serena. Seeing Serena and Venus Williams together on the same stage is a unique opportunity, and it's their involvement alongside startup Shares that brings them to speak at Europe's biggest startup and tech event. Venus and Serena will be speaking in le Dôme de Paris on 24th May along with Benjamin Chemla, CEO of Shares, the investment platform empowering its users to make smarter investment decisions through innovative social features and a universe of thousands of US and EU stocks, ETFs and crypto. Renowned all-time sporting greats, the Williams Sisters have also extended their influence into the world of business and tech. Serena and Venus represent the values of collaboration and empowerment that align with Shares’ vision to democratise investing. "We are extremely proud and honored to welcome the international stars that are Serena and Venus Williams to VivaTech. Their respective careers have thrilled sports fans around the world and we are delighted to share that same passion with new technology enthusiasts the year of the Olympics. We look forward to welcoming them and Benjamin Chemla, CEO of Shares, to present their new project to us" explains Maurice Lévy, Co-president of VivaTech and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Publicis Groupe. Benjamin Chemla, Co-founder and CEO of Shares adds “We’re humbled to be joined by The Williams Sisters at VivaTech to launch our campaign. As a French company, we’re on a mission to empower as many people across the country to invest. To launch our campaign at VivaTech in Paris with two of the world’s most iconic sporting stars is a dream come true for us and we can’t wait to take to the stage together on May 24th.” Join us at Viva Technology 2024! Request media accreditation by following this link [https://subscribe.vivatechnology.com/media]

Paris, 24 April 2024 - For the sixth year running, Viva Technology is organizing the Female Founder Challenge sponsored by JCDecaux, Mazars and Verizon. This initiative, supported by the SISTA collective, celebrates women entrepreneurs and their contributions to the creation and development of innovative companies. It has a dual objective: - To facilitate networking among women entrepreneurs - To facilitate access to finance by putting them in touch with venture capital funds For several years now, there has been a significant increase in the number of women entrepreneurs in the technology ecosystem. However, the amount of funding awarded to female founding teams is still much lower than that awarded to men. In 2022, only 2% of global venture capital funds went to exclusively female founding teams, compared with 15% to mixed founding teams. In the same year, 94% of funds raised by women were less than 15 million euros, compared with 215 million euros for men. That's why, since 2019, Viva Technology has been committed to shining a spotlight on these women and giving them the visibility and recognition they deserve. After receiving more than 580 applications, Viva Technology, Mazars, IRIS and the members of the jury will reveal the five startups selected to present their solutions on hursday 23 May on Stage 1, hosted by Yacine Sqalli, CEO and host of the podcast "Dans la tête d’un(e) CEO". The selected startups are: - AIRMO, Germany: AIRMO offers innovative satellite technology for monitoring greenhouse gasses. Their solution provides accurate, real-time analysis of CO2 and CO4 emissions, giving organizations a clear picture of their environmental impact. About the founder: After completing her studies and doctorate in theoretical mechanics, AIRMO’s CEO and co-founder, Daria Stepanova, worked for more than seven years as an aerospace engineer before becoming an entrepreneur. Her extensive background in the space industry has given her an excellent overview of the sector. Thanks to her startup's cutting-edge technology, Dara aspires to reduce carbon emissions on a global scale. - BIONIRS, Argentina: To address the devastating consequences of breast cancer, BIONIRS has developed MamoRef technology to improve early detection of the disease. By harnessing data collected using infrared light, this innovation provides patients with painless, affordable mammograms while improving the emotional experience of diagnosis. About the founder: CEO and co-founder of BIONIRS, Pamela Pardini is an influential figure in the science and technology community. As a physicist, she has led innovative research highlighting disruptive solutions to improve women's health and reduce disparities in access to medical care. Her expertise has earned her the prize for the best doctoral thesis in experimental physics. - HappyPal, France: Combining SaaS, fintech, and a mobile app, HappyPal has set itself the mission to make employee benefits clear, accessible, and flexible. HappyPal personalizes benefits at an individual level to suit the situation and specific needs of each employee, while enabling Employee Representatives Committees (CSE) - at a collective level - to shape the offer in the image of their unique values and commitments. From virtual bank cards to automated reimbursements, HappyPal streamlines the use of benefits, thereby promoting financial well-being and access to a fulfilling life. About the founder: A graduate from HEC Paris with a Master of Science in Management & Business Administration, supplemented by a Bachelor in Law and another in educational sciences, Alyssa Emmungil combines a passion for entrepreneurship with a strong sensitivity to social issues and equal opportunities. After her initial experiences in business development, particularly in the field of professional training, she developed the ambition to create a company at the heart of social progress in the world of work. Through HappyPal, she works passionately to democratize access to culture, leisure, and financial well-being. With the conviction that benefits - when well-utilized - can be powerful levers of emancipation for employees. - Inbolt, France: With the creation of the GuideNOW system, Inbolt is enabling industrial robots to be more intelligent thanks to real-time adaptive guidance powered by AI and 3D vision. About the founder: A graduate of HEC Paris and Polytechnique, Albane Dersy, co-founder and COO of Inbolt, has solid and wide-ranging experience. She has notably worked in strategic consulting and mergers & acquisitions as part of teams specializing in industry, giving her an in-depth understanding of the field. In addition to her leadership role at Inbolt, she is committed to promoting gender equality within technology companies. - Veeton, France: Veeton offers fashion brands an alternative to photo shoots. From a packshot, their platform can generate an infinite variety of high-quality photos, in a single click, courtesy of AI. About the founder: After graduating with flying colors from HEC Paris and Polytechnique, Flore Lestrade, co-founder and CEO of Veeton, consolidated the expertise she had acquired while working for Ecodair, Doctolib and Bpifrance before embarking on her entrepreneurial adventure.

Paris, 17 April 2024 - Today Viva Technology is announcing the Top 45 startups shortlisted for the third edition of the AfricaTech Awards, a pan-African initiative that identifies and supports innovative impact startups across the continent. For the third year running, the AfricaTech Awards aim to highlight innovative startups contributing to the development of the African continent in three categories: Climate Tech, Health Tech and FinTech. A new addition to this year's FinTech category is E-Commerce, a sector that could create around 3 million new jobs on the African continent by 2025. VivaTech and its Knowledge Partner, Deloitte, selected the startups in the running for the 2024 awards from more than 310 applications. The E-Commerce & FinTech category attracted the highest number of entries (148), followed by Climate Tech (86) and Health Tech (79). The addition of E-Commerce to the FinTech category is generating a huge amount of enthusiasm, partly because of the importance that the sector is likely to have in the coming years. Indeed, e-commerce in Africa is expected to reach more than 83.5 million consumers by 2029, an increase of +56%. Of the startups in this ranking, 42% are founded or co-founded by a woman, and nearly 90% have at least one woman on their board of directors. Kenya, Nigeria and Egypt respectively take the podium as the countries with the highest participation rates among the 37 African countries represented. This winning trio has occupied the top three places in this ranking since 2022. "In this new shortlist for the AfricaTech Awards, Africa demonstrates all the richness and dynamism of its startup ecosystem and positions itself as the continent to watch for tech and digital innovation. Viva Technology is delighted to make this African reality known to the whole world and to connect it to the stakeholders who will enable it to reach its full potential. This has been one of VivaTech's commitments since its inception, and this year it will once again be one of the key themes of our event," explains François Bitouzet, Managing Director of Viva Technology. Aymen Mtimet, Partner Advisory at Deloitte Francophone Africa, adds: "Against a global backdrop of slowing investment, African ecosystems are continuing to improve their global positions, thanks in particular to the continent's demographic dividend. 2024 will undoubtedly be an exciting year, thanks to the dynamism of the continent and the development of new trends, particularly in Deeptech and AI." Following a second evaluation by a panel of experts made up of partner c-level executives, investors and incubator CEOs, the three best startups in each category will have the opportunity to take part in the 2024 edition of Viva Technology, which will take place from 22 to 25 May in Paris. These startups have been selected for the tangible impact their activities have on society or the environment, the development of an outstanding innovation, the scalability of their business on the African market, and the establishment of a diverse and experienced staff. Following a second evaluation by a panel of experts made up of partner c-level executives, investors and incubator CEOs, the three best startups in each category will have the opportunity to take part in the 2024 edition of Viva Technology, which will take place from 22 to 25 May in Paris. These startups have been selected for the tangible impact their activities have on society or the environment, the development of an outstanding innovation, the scalability of their business on the African market, and the establishment of a diverse and experienced staff. The winners will be announced at the AfricaTech Awards ceremony taking place Friday 24 May on Stage 1 in the presence of Edouard Mendy, the patron of this year's event. As the winner of both the UEFA Goalkeeper of the Year and The Best FIFA Goalkeeper of 2021 – and the first African goalkeeper in football's history to win both awards – Edouard Mendy is also deeply committed to the development of the African tech sector, in which he is a prominent investor. "I am deeply honored to support the AfricaTech Awards organized by VivaTech. Showcasing innovation and technology from Africa is crucial to its development and global reach. As a supporter, I am excited to contribute to this great initiative that celebrates Africa's talent and potential in tech. Together, we can create a future where Africa is positioned as a leader in innovation, and I look forward to seeing the extraordinary achievements that will emerge from these prizewinners." - Edouard Mendy The 45 startups retained for the rest of the competition (listed in alphabetical order) The top 15 startups in the E-commerce & FinTech category, sponsored by Airtel and Cassava Technologies, are: - agriBORA - Kenya - AgroCenta - Ghana - Chari - Morocco - Dojah - Nigeria - Futa - Cameroun - Happy Pay - South Africa - Inclusivity Solutions - South Africa - Jem - South Africa - Leja - Kenya - Ozow - South Africa - PremierCredit - Zambia - Pricepally - Nigeria - SecondSTAX - Ghana - valU - Egypt - YMO - France / Guinea The top 15 startups in the Climate Tech category are: - RubilabsVet (Agpreneur) - Nigeria - FLOEWS - Nigeria - Hysper Tech - Zambia - Immobazyme - South Africa - INNOVAHYPER Technologies - Rwanda - InterSIP International - Senegal - IPREN (Smart’O) - Niger - MazaoHub - Tanzania - Octavia Carbon - Kenya - Rethread Africa - Kenya - Schoolz - Egypt - Sensor Networks - South Africa - Solar Dev - Burkina Faso - SOSO CARE - Nigeria - Zebra CropBank - Nigeria The top 15 startups in the Health Tech category are: - AfyaRekod - Kenya - Bulamu Bridge AI (My FemiHub App) - Uganda - Famasi Africa - Nigeria - Healthtracka - Nigeria - Clinicaa (INFINITUS) - Togo - Pharmacy Marts - Egypt - Remedial Health - Nigeria - Rology - Egypt - STAR UP KOBIKA NA NDAKU - Democratic Republic of the Congo - SURGiA - Egypt - Thalia Psychotherapy - Kenya - TIBU Health - Kenya - UltraTeb - Egypt - Zencey - Ivory Coast - Zuri Health - Kenya Some key figures - 3 categories : Climate Tech, Health Tech, E-commerce & FinTech - 313 applications - 45 startups selected - winners announced at VivaTech on 24 May on Stage 1 Check out the Top 45 list by following this link [https://vivatechnology.com/challenges/africatech-awards]

Paris, 4 April 2024 - The eighth annual edition of VivaTech, Europe's biggest event dedicated to startups and tech, is taking place 22-25 May in Paris at Expo Porte de Versailles. A veritable crossroads for business and innovation, VivaTech once again promises to show why it has become an unmissable stop on the international business calendar. With its expanding global reach and emphasis on crucial themes like AI, sustainable tech, and mobility, VivaTech stands as the premier destination for decoding emerging trends and assessing their economic and societal implications. MORE INTERNATIONAL, MORE BUSINESS, MORE POSITIVE IMPACT The 2024 edition of VivaTech promises to be a landmark event, with a 30% increase in the number of European countries present compared to the previous year. VivaTech will welcome more than 120 countries and 40 pavilions, including a first-ever appearance by the United Kingdom among the 14 European countries represented. Japan, "Country of the Year", will be showcasing its tech ecosystem and arriving with a delegation of institutions, companies and startups, while many other countries in Asia as well as in America and Africa will also be well-represented. VivaTech will also host the AfricaTech Awards for the third year running. As the leading business platform, VivaTech will provide fertile ground for more than 2,500 startups and 2,000 international investors such as Accel, KKR, Lightspeed and Northzone. 350 companies and organizations will be present, covering the 25 most dynamic market sectors, including automotive, healthcare and retail. VivaTech is also introducing a new program designed to assist business leaders (CMOs, CIOs, CTOs, CDOs…) in sparking growth and innovation. As part of its growing commitment to responsible tech, VivaTech is devoting 10% of its exhibition space to this area, including the Impact Bridge, a new space sponsored by EDF which brings together startups, innovations and not-for-profit associations in a responsible tech approach. EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT AI TO UNDERSTAND THE IMPACT OF THE NEW DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AI is revolutionizing all sectors, moving from an innovative technology to an indispensable tool – 88% of business leaders surveyed by VivaTech plan to invest in AI in 20241. AI will take center stage at VivaTech this year, with 37% of our partners presenting their AI-based solutions, and with the AI Mile, a new space designed to spotlight some of the innovators in artificial intelligence: - Esper Bionics (USA) has launched "Esper Hand", an AI-powered smart prosthesis that anticipates users' movements. This revolutionary technology relies on self-learning to provide human dexterity in everyday activities. - Vitafluence (USA), Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, this data and analysis company uses AI to accelerate drug discovery and reuse: Reduces the time it takes to find new drugs by 10 years for a budget divided by 10. - Everdian (France) uses AI in data visualization for live news and events. The company specializes in anticipation, detection and crisis management, including the identification of fake news. Each of the innovations presented will be applicable across all 25 economic sectors represented at VivaTech, reflecting the broad spectrum of AI applications. In addition, there will be no-holds-barred discussions on the societal issues surrounding AI, with speakers such as Arthur Mensch, co-founder and president of Mistral AI;Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of Anthropic; and Sneha Revanur, founder and president of Encode Justice, ensuring a comprehensive understanding and in-depth reflection on the impact and potential of AI. "As every year, VivaTech will feature innovations associated with tech, startups and, of course, artificial intelligence, which is at the heart of almost every company's strategy. The awareness of all that AI offers in all sectors is inevitably accompanied by a growing understanding of risks to employment that can be a consequence of its excessive or uncontrolled use. There is a growing consensus on the need for regulation, as confirmed by our recent survey. Debates at VivaTech featuring the most advanced and seasoned experts will highlight the full potential of AI, its positive advances and innovative solutions in fields such as health, cybersecurity, climate, industry, education, and so on. It is these discussions and many others that will inform entrepreneurs' decisions over the next 12 months," explain Vivatech’s co-organizers Maurice Lévy, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Publicis Groupe; and Pierre Louette, CEO of Les Echos - Le Parisien Group. 93% OF BUSINESS LEADERS CONSIDER SUSTAINABLE TECH TO BE STRATEGIC FOR MEETING TOMORROW'S CHALLENGES Sustainable tech, a subject of great importance and public concern, is also a key issue for business leaders. According to the VivaTech survey, 93% of the respondents in Europe and the United States are convinced that tech is a major ally in meeting tomorrow's challenges. Investment in this sector is on the rise, predicted to double by 2027 to encourage innovation in the face of climate change. Witness the success of sustainable tech startups, which managed to raise a record 51 billion USD by 2023. Among the solutions presented this year at VivaTech: - Agrist (Japan) spearheads agricultural innovation with AI-powered robots that facilitate harvesting and enable real-time analysis of soil data to improve crop management. - Value Park (France) was set up to develop technologies for producing renewable cold from marine resources. - Bioteos (France) is a solution for improving air quality using microscopic algae. This technology makes it possible to treat not only atmospheric pollutants but also viruses and bacteria. Among this year's speakers: Alloysius Attah, CEO of Farmerline; Rachel Delacour, co-founder, CEO and president of SWEEP; Craig Douglas, general partner of World Fund; and Christophe Gras, general partner of Planet A Ventures. AT THE INTERSECTION OF AI AND SUSTAINABLE TECH, MOBILITY TAKES CENTER STAGE AT VIVATECH The mobility sector shows what can be done best when technologies like AI intersect with an issue as important as sustainability in a business context. This year, this sector will have a prominent place at VivaTech, thanks in particular to a first collaboration with Tesla, whose entire ecosystem will be showcased in a dedicated area highlighting its mission to accelerate the global transition to sustainable energy. VivaTech is also proud to host Software République and their CEOs in a conversation on Stage One. Other key announcements, exclusives and innovations are in store at VivaTech, notably from Peugeot / Stellantis, which aims to become the European leader in electric cars by 2025 and which will present launches and exclusives such as the "Inception" concept car and the disruptive "Hypersquare" technology; but also from Fly-Box, a startup specializing in eco-friendly freight transport; from Airbus with its innovative air mobility solutions; and from the ADP Group with Volocopter and with their vision of the airport of the future. François Bitouzet, Managing Director of VivaTech: "Viva Technology is an essential gathering place for business and tech, showcasing the best startups and leading companies from around the world. Innovation is booming, driven by AI, by positive impact challenges, and by entrepreneurs who are in the starting blocks to seize all these decisive opportunities. To decipher these new trends and understand their impact on our economies but also on our societies, our political systems and our planet, VivaTech 2024 brings together for four days the best in innovation and tech ecosystems, as well as speakers and economic decision-makers from more than 120 countries.” ANNOUNCING THE FIRST MAJOR SPEAKERS CEOs and leading business figures: Bernard Arnault, Chairman & CEO du groupe LVMH;Nathalie Collin, Deputy Director of La Poste Groupe; Christelle Heydemann, CEO of Orange Group; Mohamed Kandé, US & Global Advisory Leader of PWC;Linda Yaccarino, CEO of X; Mitchell Baker, Chairwoman & CEO of Mozilla; Faye Iosotaluno, CEO of Tinder; Meredith Whitaker, CEO of Signal, Jonas Prising, CEO & Chairman de ManpowerGroup… Speakers from government and the public sector: Thierry Breton, European Commission Commissioner for the Internal Market; Marina Ferrari, French Secretary of State for the Digital Economy; Charles Michel, President of the European Council... Special guest: John Kerry, former Secretary of State under U.S. President Barack Obama, former Climate Commissioner under U.S. President Joe Biden, and former U.S. Senator WITH STRONG REPRESENTATION FROM MAJOR FRENCH AND INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS Japan, Country of the Year at VivaTech Co-Organizers: Groupe Les Echos - Le Parisien & Publicis Groupe Founding Partners: BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste Groupe, LVMH, Orange Platinum Partners: Amazon, Dubaï Department of Economy and Tourism, PwC, ManpowerGroup Gold Partners: EDF, Engie, EY, FreshWorks, French-German Tech Lab, Groupe Bouygues, Groupe SNCF, JCDecaux, India, KPMG, L’Oréal Groupe, Microsoft, Salesforce, Sanofi, Togg, TotalEnergies, Toyota Woven city Silver Partners: ADP, Région Île de France, Airbus, Audi, Axa, Bpifrance, BYD, Hong kong trade development council, Capgemini, CMA CGM, CNRS, Crédit Agricole, DocuSign, European Innovation Council, Huawei, Hyundai Motor and Kia (ZER01NE), Pavillon Numérique de l’Etat, IBM, Italian Trade Agency, LinkedIn, Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development, Medialink, Meta, Métropole du Grand Paris, Ministère des Armées, Aéroports de Paris, Peugeot - Stellantis, Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Région Centre Val de Loire, Région Occitanie, Région Sud, Scaleway, Software République, Swisstech, Métropole Européenne de Lille, Pôle Métropolitain de l’Artois, Taïwan Tech Arena, United Robotics Group, Wallonie - Brussels, International Finance Corporation, the United Kingdom Join us at Viva Technology 2024! 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Paris, 12 March 2024 - Viva Technology, in partnership with GP Bullhound, has released its 2024 "Top 100 Next Unicorns" list, an annual compilation of the 100 most promising scaleups in Europe. These fast-growing technology companies have the potential to reach a valuation of at least USD 1 billion in the near future. - The United Kingdom (22), France (21), Germany (14) are the winning trio of countries with a pool of potential unicorns. - The three most represented sectors are SaaS (43), Digital Media (16) and – making its debut in the top three –Artificial Intelligence/Big Data (16). - The average amount of funding raised by these 100 companies is EUR 170 million (vs EUR 166 million in 2022). A ranking in which artificial intelligence makes its debut among the top three of the most-represented sectors This year, 16 countries are represented in the Top 100 Next Unicorns: the UK (22), France (21) and Germany (14) lead the way in a ranking dominated by SaaS (Software as a Service) companies. These innovative companies offer software as a service by means of targeted subscriptions. Two examples are Akeneo, which optimizes multi-channel product experiences; and Uberall, which connects consumers and businesses through physical and digital gateways. AI made its debut this year in the top three of the most represented sectors (16%), with companies such as PasQal, Dashlane and Ardoq. According to François Bitouzet, Managing Director of Viva Technology: "Once again this year, the Top 100 Next Unicorns list illustrates the structural development of the European technology ecosystem, with a remarkable dynamic in key sectors such as SaaS, but also AI, which has made a sensational entry into the ranking. These two buoyant sectors, where investment has been on the rise, are not only enabling Europe to hold its own against the United States and Asia, but also to distinguish itself through a unique approach, promoting a model of innovation that is both sustainable from a business point of view and sustainable from a human and environmental point of view." “We're excited to partner with Viva Technology for the 2024 ‘Top 100 Next Unicorns’ list, celebrating Europe's tech innovation. It has been inspiring to see how the best have embraced and innovated in AI, which signals its transformative role across sectors. This reflects Europe's commitment to pushing technological boundaries, and we eagerly anticipate supporting these transformative companies in reshaping our world.” - Manish Madhvani, Managing Partner at GP Bullhound A ranking in which nearly a third of those represented have already become unicorns To date, nearly a third of the companies that have appeared on the VivaTech Top 100 Next Unicorn lists between 2019 and 2023 have become unicorns. A notable example is Pennylane, last year's winner in the FinTech category, which achieved unicorn status this year. Flo Health, a FemTech company, has also entered the ranking for the first time. In addition, the investment momentum continues, with the top 100 companies raising an average of EUR 170 million (compared with EUR 166 million in 2023). This dynamic ecosystem of unicorns is thriving in France, with companies such as Alan, Content Square, PayFit, Shift Technology, ManoMano and Voodoo all featured in previous editions of the Top 100 Next Unicorns. In the United Kingdom we have Matillon and Beamery, while in Germany, Taxfix also stands out. This ranking was compiled in partnership with investment bank GP Bullhound and with contributions from four of the world's largest investment funds: Accel, Eurazeo, NorthZone and Partech. The primary criteria for this list were actual and potential growth, total funds raised, headcount growth, geographical distribution and, finally, whether the company makes a positive impact on society. GP Bullhound will be launching its annual Titans of Tech report during VivaTech, as part of a session highlighting growth trends in Europe's technology ecosystem. This will be followed by a roundtable discussion with three CEOs of high-profile companies. Find out more about the 2024 ranking of the Top 100 Next Unicorns here. [https://vivatechnology.com/next-unicorn-awards] Follow this link [https://subscribe.vivatechnology.com/media] to apply for press accreditation and join us 22-25 May 2024 at VivaTech in Paris.

Results of the first Viva Technology & Wavestone barometer conducted by OpinionWay in France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States. - Business leaders express solid trust in new technologies, with a trust score of 86/100. - 96% consider the adoption of new technologies to be crucial to their company's competitiveness. - 72% of them have an opinion that has evolved positively over the course of the year. - 93% believe that major technological innovations are one of the solutions to today's challenges (combating the climate crisis and its consequences, fighting misinformation, supporting the education system, improving global health...). - 63% identify AI as the most promising technology for the future of their business. - 85% of companies will be increasing their investment in new technologies over the next 12 months. - 94% recommend a career in the technology sector. - French executives have a more mixed overall view of the competitiveness of their country's technology ecosystem, compared to their German, British and American counterparts. Paris, 6 February 2024 – Viva Technology and Wavestone unveil the first edition of their Barometer of Executive Trust in Tech, conducted by OpinionWay. The survey, conducted between November 2023 and January 2024, polled more than 1,000 business leaders in France, Germany, the UK and the USA, to gather their perceptions of new technologies. Although slightly less optimistic than their American counterparts, European business leaders nonetheless believe in the future growth of their sectors thanks to advances in technology. AI is the survey's big winner, topping the list of technologies most likely to have an impact on the future of business according to executives (63%). Technology, a vector of confidence to ensure business competitiveness More than 9 out of 10 executives (96%) consider the integration of new technologies to be a fundamental factor in ensuring their company's competitiveness. American executives see this as particularly essential, especially in terms of productivity and customer relations, while European executives are more reserved. In addition, it is worth noting that 72% of them have an outlook that has evolved positively over the course of 2023. "This difference can be explained in part by the dynamics of innovation and financing on the other side of the Atlantic, conducive to more apparent successes in the short term,” explains François Bitouzet, Managing Director of Viva Technology. "French and German executives, on the other hand, take a more measured approach to the impact of technology, shaped by their personal experiences. However, despite recent economic challenges, a majority of executives see their perception of new technologies improving over the past year." Meanwhile, 88% of French people actively encourage their friends and family to consider a career in new technologies. AI, a powerful booster for business Technology continues to play a leading role in companies, with AI moving front and center, according to 63% of the decision-makers surveyed. In fact, 88% of them intend to invest in AI by 2024. After AI, the technologies drawing the most attention from executives are Cloud computing (49%) and Cybersecurity (40%). France is a notable exception, placing Cybersecurity at the top of its list (60% vs. AI at 57%). This may be explained by the fact that 45% of French companies suffered a successfully completed cyber attack in 2022. Although the rate of successful attacks has fallen in recent years, new threats are emerging, notably phishing, which accounts for 74% of attacks incurred. Big data takes third place on the podium with 31%, and Cloud Computing is only fourth (30%). ”Leaders and experts trust technology to solve current and future challenges. AI is valued for its concrete and immediate benefits, standing out from recent technological advances. Confidence in a technology increases when tangible benefits can be expected in key areas such as customer experience or productivity growth.” - Eva Rosilio, Head of Innovation Incubator at Wavestone. More generally, it is interesting to note that 85% of companies will be increasing their investment in new technologies over the next 12 months. The talent shortage, a real impediment to growth and innovation Overall, 82% of respondents believe that domestic companies are internationally competitive in terms of technology, although the French have a harsher self-assessment on the subject (69%). Nevertheless, agreement is emerging on the main obstacles to companies' technological development, most of which relate to human resources. Investment in skilled talent and research and development are essential to the international success of companies. For 45% of executives, the shortage of talent is an obstacle to innovation and growth. It's also worth noting that 63% of business leaders feel that governments are taking the right steps to stimulate the national technology ecosystem, an impression particularly strong in the UK (71%). Nevertheless, they expect the authorities to provide a favorable regulatory environment, increased support for research and development, and financing facilities to encourage the technological expansion of home-grown companies. Technology, a solution to today's major challenges 93% of business leaders see technology as an ally in tackling major human challenges. Specifically, technological progress is expected above all to simplify access to information and combat disinformation (44%); support the challenges facing the educational system (43%); and help combat pandemics and the climate crisis (39% and 37% respectively). However, for all the good it can do, technological progress is also accompanied by worrying risks, such as the rise of disinformation and new threats to privacy (77% of those surveyed expressed concern). In France, more than in other countries, the environmental issues associated with this progress are also a cause for concern: three quarters of French executives are worried, compared to just over half in Germany and the United States. Nevertheless, against this backdrop of uncertainty, business leaders feel confident (92%) and demonstrate a solid understanding of technology and cybersecurity issues (85%), although minor discrepancies remain in France and Germany. Methodology This barometer was carried out between November 2023 and January 2024. It included a quantitative phase, involving a sample of 1,006 managers of private companies with 50 or more employees who are directly involved in decisions relating to the development of their company and who are interested in tech issues. The sample consisted of 322 interviews conducted in France, 258 in Germany, 250 in the United States and 176 in the United Kingdom between 8 and 22 November 2023. The sample was drawn up using the quota method and was weighted according to salary size, business sector and geographical location. A qualitative phase was then carried out with 10 French and international business leaders, to enrich and complete the statistical picture.

Paris, 23 January 2024 - At the upcoming 8th edition of Viva Technology, Japan will be celebrated as Country of the Year and will rank among the top partnerships for Europe's biggest startup and tech event, which takes place 22-25 May in Paris. With a proven record of disruptive innovations, Japan has secured its position as a global leader in technology. This recognition highlights Japan’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of technology and fostering an environment conducive to pioneering advancements. “Society 5.0” is Japan’s vision for the society’s next big evolution, with a primary focus on addressing and overcoming social challenges by incorporating the innovations (such as IA) into every industry and social life, making people’s lives more conformable and sustainable. Japan will have a major presence at Viva Technology and will showcase an inspiring ecosystem of startups presenting solutions for tomorrow. In recent years the Japanese government has endeavored to make Japan one of the most startup-friendly countries in the world, with a goal of growing the number of unicorns and new business launches in the Japanese capital 10x over five years. Viva Technology Co-Presidents Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette, and Managing Director François Bitouzet: “We are thrilled to collaborate and forge strong connections with Japan for this edition of Viva Technology. In light of Japan’s rich history as a pioneer of tech and innovation, we are proud to promote the Japanese startup dynamic. This flourishing ecosystem is eminently represented by companies from a wide range of sectors, and VivaTech is excited to bring their contributions to the rest of the world.” Susumu Kataoka, President, Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO): “Celebrating Japan's participation as "the Country of the Year" at Vivatech, a premier global innovation festival, is a true honor. Engaging with France and the global innovation community at VivaTech marks a significant leap for Japanese startups and corporates, for which this participation is sure to serve as a trigger to foster collaborations with international players. We are thrilled that Japan's leading corporations, known for their commitment to open innovation, will join us. JETRO, alongside the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, is dedicated to supporting Japanese startups and corporates, and we invite everyone to explore the Japan Pavilion, to feel, see and understand what has been taking place in Japan over the past five years in terms of innovation.” As an accelerator of innovation and transformation, VivaTech will give Japanese startups the opportunity to be part of a global community and get business done through networking, meetings with investors, business promotion, and active participation in the VivaTech conference program. Beyond the economic sphere, this partnership affirms Japan’s strong diplomatic ties with France and Europe, and attests to VivaTech’s place as the epicenter of international tech.

* 150,000 visitors at Porte de Versailles * 405,000 online visitors * 11,400 startups * 2,800 exhibitors * +450 speakers     Paris, 17 June 2023 - The 7th edition of VivaTech, which took place 14-17 June in Paris, broke a new attendance record by exceeding the 150,000 visitor mark for the first time. VivaTech thus becomes the new unmissable global meeting place for tech, startups and digital.   Over four days, visitors from 174 countries were able to discover hundreds of world-exclusive innovations and hear some of the world's leading speakers, among them Elon Musk, who drew a packed crowd to Le Dôme de Paris for the occasion, and Marc Benioff, Chairman, CEO and co-Founder of Salesforce.   Record figures across the board: 919 million people reached on social networks, 5 million viewers for the VivaTech News channel, and more than 6 billion impressions on social media.   VIVA TECHNOLOGY, THE  EPICENTER OF INTERNATIONAL TECH   More than 450 speakers discussed today's most pressing topics and the challenges that lie ahead, zeroing in on artificial intelligence, Climate Tech, and inclusion and diversity in tech, with a special focus on the "Future of Sport", in partnership with Global Sports Week.   One of the major highlights this year was Elon Musk's conversation with Maurice Lévy at the Dôme de Paris, which was attended by more than 6,000 people in a highly enthusiastic atmosphere.   Among the high-profile speakers who came specially to Paris were Marc Benioff, CEO and co-founder of Salesforce; Yann Le Cun, chief AI scientist at Meta, who received the Turing Award in 2018; Hans Vestberg, CEO de Verizon; Dan Schulman, CEO of Paypal; Sunil Bharti Mittal, Chairman of OneWeb; Dava Newman, Director of the MIT Media Lab; Christel Heydemann, CEO of Orange; Larry Summers, former Treasury Secretary under US President Bill Clinton, and Director of the White House National Economic Council under President Barack Obama…   French President Emmanuel Macron chose VivaTech as the stage for announcing a plan to invest nearly €6 billion in positive-impact startups and €500 million in artificial intelligence.   Also present at this year's edition of VivaTech: Bernard Arnault, Chairman & CEO, LVMH; Ana Paula De Jesus Assis, Chair & General Manager EMEA, IBM; Eva Benerke, CEO, Eutelsat; Alexandre Bompard, CEO, Carrefour; Cyril Chiche, co-founder & CEO, Lydia; J. Michael Evans, CEO, Alibaba Group; Pascal Gauthier, CEO, Ledger; Zoubin Ghahramani, Senior Research Director, Google Brain; Ronan Harris, President EMEA, SNAP Inc.; Nicolas Hieronimus, CEO, l'Oréal Groupe; Nicolas Julia, co-Founder & CEO, Sorare; Peggy Johnson, CEO, Magic Leap; Peter Koerte, CTO, Siemens; Blaise Matuidi, international footballer and Founder, Origins; Luca de Meo, CEO, Renault; Matthew McWhirt, Managing Director, Google Cloud / Mandiant; Dava Newman Berta de Pablos-Barbier, President & CEO, Moët & Chandon, LVMH; Laurence Parisot, former President of Medef and President of Citi France; Arthur Sadoun, Chairman & CEO, Publicis Groupe; Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, French tennis player, mentor of the BNP Paribas Jeunes Talents team…   French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne along with numerous members of government, members of parliament, presidents of regions and members of international governments, took a very active part in VivaTech this year, as did Jean-Noël Barrot, French Minister Delegate for Digital Transition and Telecommunications, who was at VivaTech for the entire four days.   After India, the first Country of the Year in 2022, it was the Republic of Korea's turn to be honored at this latest edition of VivaTech. Thanks to its flourishing technology ecosystem, which includes no less than 14 unicorns, Korea is a strategic economic partner for countless countries and companies. 150 startups were in attendance alongside Lee Young, Minister for SMEs and Startups of the Republic of Korea.   ACCELERATOR FOR THE FINANCING AND DEVELOPMENT OF STARTUPS         Once again this year, Viva Technology provided tech professionals with unrivaled access to international customers, major investors and new markets. The startups, 50% of them from outside France, had access to 2,600 investors over the three B2B days of VivaTech.   SHOWCASING THE WORLD’S TOP STARTUPS   Europe's most promising startups were honored at the 5th edition of the Next Unicorn Awards. Pennylane (in the Fintech Category), Defined.ai (Deeptech), Oviva (Digital Media), Matsmart (Impact), Wallapop (Marketplace) and Pigment (Saas BtoB) received the highest award for potential scale-ups.   More than 50 challenges were also launched (70% of them international), in areas such as sustainable development, diversity & inclusion, the future of work, and the future of sport, with 4,000 candidates and 65% of submissions from abroad.   For the second year running, Viva Technology and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) renewed the AfricaTech Awards, a pan-African initiative aimed at recognizing and supporting the most innovative startups in the Climate Tech, Health Tech and Fintech sectors based in or working with the African continent. Startups were rewarded in several categories: Kubik for Climate Tech, Curacel for Health Tech, and Waspito in the Fintech category.   The Female Founder Challenge – organized by VivaTech and 50inTech with the support this year of Axa, Mazars and Société Générale – awarded the top prize to Zuzanna Stamirowska, founder of French deeptech startup Pathway, the first Python framework for easily building data products, which recently announced a $4.5 million fundraising round. The award was presented by French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne.   As every year, the LVMH Innovation Awards challenge was organized by the LVMH group. This year’s prize went to Save Your Wardrobe, a platform dedicated to clothing repair and maintenance. And to bring the European ecosystem together in the most environmentally friendly way possible, the Tech on Track initiative, run jointly with the SNCF, enabled dozens of startups, investors and cross-border journalists to travel by train to Paris.   "Viva Technology 2023 ended by setting a new attendance record of 150,000 visitors. This is not only a tremendous reward for the hard work of our teams, it also confirms the vitality of the European tech, digital and startup ecosystem, and the unique role that VivaTech plays in it. By multiplying the opportunities for business and innovation players from all over the world to meet in Paris, we are contributing to the development of an ever more economically efficient and useful tech and digital sector, for the planet, for communities and for individuals," say VivaTech co-presidents Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette, and VivaTech CEO François Bitouzet.         A STRONG SHOW OF COMMITMENT FROM VIVATECH’S PARTNERS   Viva Technology shares the success of this 7th edition with our major partners and we would like to thank each and every one of them for their unwavering support:   Co-Organizers: Groupe Les Echos - Le Parisien, and Publicis Groupe Founding Partners: BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste Groupe, LVMH, and Orange South Korea, Country of the Year 2023 at VivaTech. Platinum Partners: Amazon, ManpowerGroup Gold Partners: Audi, Dubai - Department of Economy and Tourism, Edenred, Engie, EY, French and German Tech Lab, Huawei, IFC, India, JCDecaux, KPMG, L'Oréal Groupe, Microsoft, PwC, RATP Group, Sanofi, SNCF Groupe, The Adecco Group, TotalEnergies Silver Partners: Région Ile de France, Air Liquide, Alibaba group, Alstom, Axa, Banque de France, BPI France, Capgemini, CMA CGM, CNRS, Groupe Crédit Agricole, Pavillon du numérique de l'Etat, Italian Trade Agency, EDF, Italian Innovation Council, Groupe Bouygues, Groupe FDJ, Hub Brussels, IBM, Meta, Métropole du Grand Paris, Mobilize, le Ministère des armées, Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Région Centre Val de Loire, Région Occitane, Région Sud, United Robotics Group, La Software République, SwissTech, Togg, Taiwan Tech Arena, Wallonia.   SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!  RENDEZVOUS FOR VIVATECH 22-25  MAY 2024 AT PARIS PORTE DE VERSAILLES 

Paris, France, 26 April 2023 - Viva Technology and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) today announced the top 45 startups long-listed for the second edition of the AfricaTech Awards [https://challenges.vivatechnology.com/en/challenges/africatech-awards?lang=en%3Ft%3DJonGxlHOVS199Bdxdp06Hw], a pan-African initiative recognizing companies driving innovation and development impact across the continent.    The startups were selected by knowledge partner Deloitte from a pool of more than 380 applicants - up 30% from the first edition in 2022. The Fintech category received the highest number of applications (143), followed by Climate Tech (124) and Health Tech (115). Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, Tunisia, and South Africa have the highest participation rates among the 33 African countries represented. This year, 91% of the applicants have at least one woman on their board.   "At a time when startups have needed the most support, we are proud that the AfricaTech Awards are promoting the unique vibrancy of the African tech ecosystem to the world. These 45 identified startups are evidence that Africa is playing a leading role in Health Tech, FinTech, and Climate Tech; the AfricaTech Awards have been designed to help them reach their full potential." explain Viva Technology Co-Presidents Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette, and Managing Director François Bitouzet.    The 2023 AfricaTech Awards are part of IFC's strategy to strengthen tech ecosystems in emerging markets and help innovative startups scale. IFC recently announced a $225-million venture capital platform [https://pressroom.ifc.org/All/Pages/PressDetail.aspx?ID=27278] to support tech entrepreneurs across Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, and Pakistan. IFC also expanded the IFC Startup Catalyst Program by $60 million [https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/topics_ext_content/ifc_external_corporate_site/venture+capital/special+initiatives/startup+catalyst] to help seed funds, incubators, and accelerators finance and mentor early-stage startups and prepare them for later-stage investment.   “Tech startups play a key role in emerging markets by supporting economic growth and scaling innovative solutions to pressing development challenges. Yet many of them go unnoticed by international investors,” said Makhtar Diop, IFC's Managing Director. “The AfricaTech Awards offer tech entrepreneurs in emerging markets a global stage that can help them connect with the investors, mentors, and partners they need to scale their innovations across the continent and beyond. That is why IFC is a strong supporter of this initiative.”   In the next stage of the selection process, a panel of industry experts will identify the top three startups in each category, which will be invited to join Viva Technology 2023, to be held from June 14 to June 17 in Paris. The winners of the AfricaTech Awards will be announced on Viva Technology’s main stage.      45 startups shortlisted for further competition (in alphabetical order) The top 15 startups in the Fintech category, sponsored by Cassava Technologies, include: Affinity Africa - Ghana Alpha Direct Insurtech - Botsuwa Asante Financial Services Group - Kenya Balad - Egypt Bizao - France Blackcopper - Nigeria Curacel - Nigeria Fingo - Kenya Flouci - Tunisia ImaliPay - Kenya Kippa - Zambia Knabu - United Kingdom PremierCredit - Zambia Sparkle Microfinance Bank - Nigeria ValU - Egypt   The top 15 startups in the Health Tech category, include: AfyaRekod - Kenya Baobab Circle - United Kingdom BioCertica - South Africa Chekkit - Nigeria Docline - Spain Ilara Health - Kenya Meditect - Ivory Coast My Dawa - Kenya O7 Therapy - Egypt Pharmacy Marts - Egypt Rology - Egypt Shezlong - Egypt Talamus Health - United States of America Waspito - Cameroon Zuri Health - Kenya   The top 15 startups in the Climate Tech category, include: ADAPTA - Kenya Baramoda - Egypt CloudFret - France I-Sense - Morocco Koolboks - France Kubik - Ethiopia Kumulus Water - France MellowVans - South Africa NjordFrey - Rwanda OKO - Israel Sand to Green - France Solar-FI - Kenya Tirhal - Sudan TradeBRICS - South Africa Treepz - Ghana   KEY FIGURES 3 Award categories - Climate Tech, Fintech, Health Tech  382 submissions 45 startups shortlisted 3 winners to be announced at VivaTech in June   See the list of the 45 startups here [https://challenges.vivatechnology.com/en/challenges/africatech-awards/pages/top-45?lang=en].     Viva Technology press contacts:  Léa Roos Email: lroos@vivatechnology.co [lroos@vivatechnology.com]   Publicis Consultants: Phone: 06.37.04.15.09 Email: vivatech@publicisconsultants.com [vivatech@publicisconsultants.com]     IFC press contacts:  In Paris: Egidio Germanetti Phone: +33 140693182 Email: egermanetti@ifc.org [egermanetti@ifc.org]   In Washington: Jane Zhang Phone: (202) 294 7234 Email: janezhang@ifc.org [janezhang@ifc.org]   In Nairobi: Devon Maylie Phone: +27 83 782 9912 Email: dmaylie@ifc.org [dmaylie@ifc.org]   In Cairo: Sarah Moussa Phone: +20 100 1022872 Email: smoussa1@ifc.org [smoussa1@ifc.org]  

PARIS, 21 MARCH 2023 - VIVA TECHNOLOGY, EUROPE'S BIGGEST STARTUP AND TECH EVENT, IS BACK FOR ITS 7TH EDITION FROM 14 TO 17 JUNE AT PORTE DE VERSAILLES IN PARIS.   As an accelerator of innovation and transformation, VivaTech will bring together startups, tech leaders, major companies, public organizations and investors from all over the world for four days to respond to the major challenges of our time and to propose decisive solutions for business and society.   According to Maurice Lévy, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Publicis Groupe and Pierre Louette, CEO of Les Echos-Le Parisien, co-organizers of the event: "The contribution of the tech industry to societal issues is crucial, even more so in these turbulent times. New technologies and the exceptional development of artificial intelligence pose new challenges. VivaTech opens the doors to the future and offers some answers, particularly by supporting entrepreneurs through efficient and productive encounters.“   François Bitouzet, General Manager of VivaTech, explains: "VivaTech is an international event, and together with our team we have designed this new 2023 edition to be even more instrumental for the future business of thousands of startups; more accelerating in the digital transformation of companies from all over the world; and more effective in sharing and developing tech solutions to address today's major challenges, whether environmental, societal or economic."   KEY THEMES COVERING MAJOR  ISSUES FOR TECHNOLOGY   TECH TO WATCH - IA Artificial intelligence already contributes to the majority of human activities (Generative AI, education, services, science...) and continues to evolve rapidly and to bring about strong changes in the technology ecosystem. It represents a market share today estimated at 500 billion USD. It nevertheless raises many questions in terms of impact, opportunities but also risks, ethics and regulation.     Some AI solutions presented at VivaTech:GoMicro (Australia), OrAigo (Italy), and Jumbo Mana (France), a world exclusive that pushes generative AI technology beyond anything we have seen so far.   ENERGY/CLIMATE TECH To meet the challenges of sustainability, Climate Tech solutions are being developed in all markets, helping governments, consumers and businesses respond to the climate crisis and reduce their carbon footprint.   Some Climate Tech startups presented at VivaTech: Sweetch Energy (France) and  Neoplants (France).   INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY  To contribute to the positive transformation of the workplace, entrepreneurs are reinventing education, training and work by combining new technologies, responses to human resource needs and societal challenges. VivaTech is convinced that tech can improve inclusion and diversity issues in business.    FemTech For the first time, a FemTech village will be set up at the heart of VivaTech. Numerous topics will be addressed, such as women's well-being, menstrual health, reproduction and contraception, pregnancy and breastfeeding, mental health, etc.    A challenge for startups proposing innovation in women's health will also be organized with FemTech France. A dozen startups will be selected and will be offered a boot camp to support the development of their business.     More than 3,000 girls and young women from all over Europe will also be attending the event to encourage career development, break down stereotypes and gain insight into the digital industries. Other initiatives will include the Female Founder Challenge (an award that aims to accelerate the funding of women-led startups and encourage investment funds to commit to greater gender equality at all levels), which is returning for its 5th edition; or a new Impact Builder acceleration programme with DiversiDays for underrepresented entrepreneurs in tech.     FUTURE OF SPORT  With one year to go before the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games and 100 days remaining before the Rugby World Cup, VivaTech is taking over Hall 2 at Porte de Versailles, in partnership with Global Sports Week, the first international forum in France for the sports ecosystem, to create a gathering, unique in Europe, dedicated to the positive transformation of sport.   This new space, a true extension of VivaTech in both its design and the experience offered to visitors, will bring together the tech ecosystem with the sports ecosystem.    The sport industry is transforming, in the face of major cultural, technological and environmental changes. Innovation and technology are creating opportunities for change, from enhancing the performance and well-being of athletes to enriching the fan experience, and improving the diversity and the overall environmental impact of major sporting events.   This year, VivaTech and Global Sports Week are joining forces to connect the key players in sport who are shaping a sustainable and inclusive future together through a rich programme of conferences and debates in Hall 2.   Some Sport Tech startups presented at VivaTech: Sirius (Suisse) and Orange Velodrome (France)   In addition to those already mentioned, other themes will be in the spotlight at this edition of VivaTech, such as Cybersecurity, Web3 and DeepTech, and the Creators' economy.    VIVATECH IS GROWING   A 20% INCREASE IN EXHIBITION SPACE With the aim of making tech shine with greater reach, VivaTech is expanding its walls and opening up an additional hall. This year, the event will be held in Halls 1 and Hall 2, which will allow more business opportunities, exchanges and meetings to take place on an additional 20% of floor space.   NEW FORMATS FOR EXCHANGES ON TOPICAL ISSUES As every year, numerous conferences with renowned speakers will take place throughout the four days of the event.   First preview of speakers from the world of sport :  Tony Estanguet, President of Paris 2024; Amélie Oudéa-Castéra, French Minister for Sport and the Olympic and Paralympic Games; Michelle Schwartz, Chief External Affairs Officer, LA28; Nicolas Julia, Co-Founder and CEO, Sorare;  Benoit Pagotto, co-fondateur RTFKT et Senior director brand & partnerships Nike, Alex Thomson, British skipper; François Gabart, professional skipper and Founder of the MerConcept ocean racing team; Marc Van Peteghem, Co-Founder, VPLP design; Guy-Laurent Epstein, CMO, UEFA Events SA; Ibrahima Wade, General Coordinator of the 2026 Youth Olympic Games Organising Committee in Dakar.   Business leaders: Timothy Armstrong, Founder and CEO Flowcode; Peggy Johnson, CEO Magic Leap; Georges-Olivier Reymond, CEO  Pasqal; Herman Narula, CEO Improbable; Pascal Gauthier, CEO Ledger; Eva Gouwens, CEO Fairphone; Luciana Lixandru, Partner Sequoia Capital; Arianna Simpson, General partner A16Z, John Chambers, CEO JC2 Ventures; Werner Vogels, CTO Amazon; Jonas Prising, Chairman and CEO Manpowergroup; Christel Heydemann, CEO Orange; Bernard Arnault, Chairman & CEO LVMH, Stéphane Pallez, CEO Groupe FDJ Nicolas Hieronimus, CEO l’Oréal; Nathalie Collin, Executive Vice President La Poste Groupe; Arthur Waller, CEO Pennylane; Bob Moritz, President PWC; Dan Schulman, CEO Paypal; Michael Kassan,  Chairman & CEO Media Link; David Steinberg, CEO Zeta Global, J. Michael Evans, Director & President Alibaba Group...   Special guest Larry Summers, former Treasury Secretary under US President Bill Clinton, and Director of the White House National Economic Council under President Barack Obama.   AN EVER-EXPANDING FOCUS ON THE INTERNATIONAL VivaTech aims to strengthen the bonds between tech ecosystems from all over the world – to identify and co-construct the most relevant solutions, but also to explore different and inspiring business models and to create more bridges between Europe and international ecosystems.   This year, VivaTech will welcome several new nations involved in addressing the same challenges. A total of 32 countries will be present, among them: * Canada, with Quebec, which will be here as part of France Quebec Innovation 2023; and Brazil representing the Americas * The most dynamic Asian ecosystems: India, Taiwan and the Republic of Korea, which is a major player in the fields of tech and digital transformation, and which has been selected as Country of the year at VivaTech 2023; * New Zealand, which will present its cutting-edge technologies in renewable energy and sustainability with a focus on Healthtech and Creative Tech;  * Europe, with Switzerland, Germany, the Netherlands and Italy among others * and of course Africa, including South Africa, Ivory Coast and Morocco   The African continent will have a prominent place with a dedicated Africatech zone that will bring together 8 country pavilions and more than 100 startups. For the second year, the AfricaTech Awards –an initiative co-organized with the IFC, aiming to recognize and support the most innovative startups in the climate tech, health tech and fintech sectors – will reward three winners (one in each category) in June on the VivaTech stage.   MAJOR FRENCH AND INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS HAVE ALREADY CONFIRMED THEIR PARTICIPATION Republic of Korea: Country of the Year at VivaTech Co-Organizers: Groupe Les Echos - Le Parisien & Publicis Groupe Founding Partners: BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste Group, LVMH, Orange Platinum Partners : Amazon, ManpowerGroup Gold Partners: Allemagne, Audi, Edenred, Engie, EY, Groupe SNCF, Huawei, International Finance Corporation, Inde, JCDecaux, KPMG, L’Oréal Groupe, Microsoft, PwC, RATP Group, Sanofi, The Adecco Group, TotalEnergies Silver Partners: Air Liquide, Alibaba, Alstom, Belgique, Capgemini, CMA CGM, CNRS, Crédit Agricole, EDF, Groupe Bouygues, Groupe FDJ, IBM, Italie, Klaxoon, Meta, Metropole Grand Paris, Ministère des Armées, Pavillon numérique de l’Etat, Région Auvergne Rhône Alpes, Région Centre Val de Loire, Région Ile de France, Région Occitanie, Région Sud, Mobilize, Software République, Suisse, Taiwan, Togg, United Robotics Group.  *** Join us at Viva Technology 2023! 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* The Next Unicorn Awards, with winners announced during VivaTech, from 14 to 17 June 2023 in Paris, celebrates fast-growing European tech scale-ups that have the potential to become Unicorns in the next few years. * Previous winners include Vinted, Sorare and Tessian. * Since 2019, 40% of the scale-ups identified by the top 100 Next Unicorn Awards have become unicorns, including : Aiven, Back Market, Contentsquare or Sumup * 2023 top 100 highlights :  * United Kingdom (20) has the highest number of companies in the Top 100 list, followed by France (19) and Germany (17) * The top 3 sectors represented were Saas (38), Fintech (16) and Digital media (16) * The average funds raised by the Top 100 was 166 millions of euros * The start-up Ecovadis, listed in the 2022 top 100 is now a unicorn.   [Paris, 16 March 2023] - Viva Technology in partnership with GP Bullhound today released its 2023 "Top 100 Next Unicorns", its annual list of the 100 most promising scale-ups in Europe, including the UK and Israel.    The key criteria for this list included growth, funds raised, and geographical distribution. A judging panel consisting of senior representatives from VCs, VivaTech founding partners and unicorns will evaluate the list and select winners in each of the following categories: Fintech, Marketplaces, Enterprise Saas, Digital Media, AI, Deeptech & Big Data and Coup de Coeur Prize. Winners will be announced at VivaTech in June.   The list was compiled by Viva Technology, the biggest startup and tech event in Europe, in partnership with global technology advisory and investment firm GP Bullhound, with the support of White & Case and with contribution from five of the world's most reputable investment funds: Accel, Balderton, Eurazeo, NorthZone and Partech.   As part of the event in June, GP Bullhound will publish exclusively, in partnership with Viva Technology, the 2023 edition of its annual report "Titans of Tech" analysing for the ninth consecutive year the growth of the major European technology companies and highlighting several key players in its ecosystem with the potential to achieve the status of "Titan" -  a valuation of more than USD 50 billion.   François Bitouzet, Managing Director of Viva Technology, said: "Yet again this year, our selection of the Top 100 scale-ups shows the strength of European technology; strength that is quite impressive given the challenges facing our tech ecosystem today. These digital pioneers represent huge potential, asserting Europe as an innovation leader. We must continue to support scaling startups to reach the highest levels of success and to make a positive impact on our world.   Manish Madhvani, Managing Partner at GP Bullhound, commented: “Despite the economic and geopolitical challenges of 2022, this year’s Top 100 list shows that the fundamentals of the European tech ecosystem remain strong. As conditions stabilise, European tech companies are well placed to seize the opportunity, continuing to scale, and maturing into the “Titans” of European tech.”   More details regarding 2023 TOP 100 here [https://vivatechnology.com/next-unicorn-awards]

Paris, 8 December 2022 - Viva Technology, the biggest startup and tech event in Europe, is expanding the program for its 2023 edition and is teaming up with Global Sports Week, France’s leading international forum for the sports ecosystem, to dedicate a 9,000-square-metre pavilion to the Future of Sport.   The next edition of Viva Technology will be held at Porte de Versailles in Paris from 14 to 17 June 2023 and will bring together leaders in innovation, tech and business – among them, for the first time, major stakeholders committed to the positive transformation of sport.   Faced with a global paradigm shift in the wake of economic, ecological, societal and digital transformation, the sport industry, valued at more than $800 billion worldwide, needs to reinvent itself more than ever in order to develop and strengthen its positive impact.   Opening its doors 100 days before the Rugby World Cup and one year before the Olympic and Paralympic Games transform Paris into the worldwide capital of sport, the Future of Sport pavilion at VivaTech will be a one-stop-shop for inspiration, business opportunities, networking and co-operation for decision-makers in the sport sector and for leaders in innovation and technology.   Specifically this means four days of sessions, debates and group workshops with internationally renowned speakers and experts, as well as exclusive demonstrations of the best solutions and innovations in Sport Tech:   * Improving the performance and experience of top-level athletes and all participants (data, sporting equipment, connected objects, safety, etc.); * The transformation of the sporting equipment industry and market (tech for design, customisation, logistics, circularity, etc.); * Transformation in the organisation and delivery of major sporting events (governance and delivery models, new competition formats, new media formats, connected stadium, blockchain, security, etc.); * The new economy of sport (responsible sponsorship, new financing models, digital marketing, new media rights, etc.); * Fan engagement and experience, especially among new generations (role of athletes, NFT, metaverse, influence, etc.); * E-sport; * The environmental impact of sport (new energies and efficiencies in motor and water sports, green tech, etc.); * Innovation at the service of societal issues (disability, parity, inclusion, health, well-being, education)   "As France prepares to host the world's biggest sporting events and at a time when the sector is undergoing an unprecedented transformation thanks to tech and digital, we wanted to put innovation in sport in the spotlight at the 2023 edition of VivaTech. Our association with Global Sports Week, a major reference in the industry, allows us to offer a unique meeting place in Europe for all stakeholders who want to discover the most promising innovations and solutions in sport, develop new business opportunities, and benefit from exclusive connections with the best of the world's tech and digital ecosystem, startups, major companies, media and investors." explains François Bitouzet, Managing Director of Viva Technology.   "More than ever, sport is capturing the world’s attention. Industry leaders have the opportunity and even the obligation to rethink their business models in order to evolve while ensuring the expected positive impact on many societal and environmental issues. Since 2020, Global Sports Week has brought together the entire international sports ecosystem to build the future of sport together. Our partnership with Viva Technology, a key event for innovation, allows us to give a new dimension to Global Sports Week by offering all stakeholders in sport the opportunity to share their challenges, create synergies and identify new solutions in close collaboration with technology experts, researchers, investors and business leaders brought together by Viva Technology." adds Lucien Boyer, President and Co-founder of Global Sports Week.

71% of startups exhibiting at VivaTech consider the event to be a business booster In 2022 VivaTech confirmed its place as Europe's leading event for startups   Viva Technology, in partnership with MRCC, conducted a survey of startups exhibiting at the most recent edition of the event*. The vast majority of the participating startups stated that Viva Technology brought them a lot of business and also opened up other interesting opportunities, such as introducing them to potential investors and helping them to develop their brand image or improve their pitching skills.   VivaTech, a business generator 77.6% of the startups surveyed consider that they derived a business benefit from their participation in VivaTech this year. Among them, 90% report a positive return on investment. 52% of them generated +25% of their annual leads at VivaTech in 2022. The benefits most frequently cited by the panel were related to matchmaking between startups and VC's. In fact, 15% of startups surveyed said they had raised funds through their participation in the event, and 67% had managed to identify potential investors on site. "The main reason we come back to VivaTech every year is for the quality of the discussions we have there, but also for the business we are able to generate in just two or three days. This represents 50% to 60% of our leads for the following year." – Ruben Hallali, CEO, HD Rain   For startups, ROI extends beyond sales The satisfaction of startups at VivaTech can be attributed to more than the number of sales leads generated. A vast majority of the startups surveyed point to the development of their brand image. Nine out of 10 of the startups exhibiting in 2022 consider that they increased their brand awareness thanks to their participation at VivaTech. "The visibility that VivaTech offers us, especially in terms of media exposure, is essential in building our ecosystem.” – Anne-Cecile Marie, Technology Adjacencies Director, Innovafeed. To take it a step further, the startups on the panel said that ROI can also be measured by other criteria: 64.4% of them believe that their participation at VivaTech allowed them to consolidate their pitches, while 57.8% were able to identify valuable business opportunities at the event.   Read more at https://vivatechnology.com/vivatech-testimonials-and-success-stories [https://vivatechnology.com/vivatech-testimonials-and-success-stories] *Survey conducted 7-18 September 2022 by MRCC among a representative sample of startups exhibiting at the 6th annual edition of Viva Technology, which took place 15-18 June 2022 in Paris

● 91,000 visitors in-person at the Porte de Versailles expo venue  ● 300,000 online visits on our digital platform ● 146 nationalities ● 400 million people reached by the event on social networks  ● 4.3 million viewers of VivaTech News, the event’s broadcast news channel  ● 3 billion views on social networks Paris, 19 June 2022 – For its big comeback, VivaTech exceeded all the objectives set for the 2022 edition.  A total of 91,000 in-person visitors were able to discover all the innovations and attend the live conferences at the Porte de Versailles expo venue in Paris. The digital audience amounted to 300,000 visits and the VivaTech News channel to more than 4.3 million. The event reached 400 million people and had more than 3 billion views on social networks. The international dimension of VivaTech has been strengthened with 30 countries present and 146 nationalities represented.   VIVA TECHNOLOGY, INTERNATIONAL TECH HUB More than 350 speakers were present, among them Evan Spiegel (Snap), Vitalik Buterin (Ethereum), CZ (Changpeng Zhao) (Binance),  Bret Taylor (Salesforce), Sumbul Desai (Apple) or Ryan Roslansky (LinkedIn). As well as Christel Heydemann (Orange), Bernard Arnault (LVMH), Renaud Dumora (BNP Paribas), Elliot Grant (Google X), Jonas Prising (ManpowerGroup), Cristiano Amon (Qualcomm), Luca De Meo (Renault), , Nicolas Hieronimus (L’Oréal), Yann Le Cun (Meta), Eric Schmidt (Schmidt Future), Garry Kasparov (ambassadeur Avast), Michael Kassan (MediaLink),  Jérémy Zimmer (United Talent Agency), Kevin Mayer (Candle media), Thierry Breton (Commission européenne),  Stanislas Niox-Chateau (Doctolib), Olivier Storch (Geopost/DPD Group),  Marc Pritchard (P&G), Sébastien Borget (The Sandbox), Tami Bhaumik (Roblox), Audrey Azoulay (UNESCO), Alexandre Prot (Qonto), Fleur Pellerin (Korelya), Frédéric Mazzella (Blablacar). In addition, as every year, French President Emmanuel Macron was also present and took the time to meet with many young entrepreneurs from startups in all sectors. India was the first Country of the Year at VivaTech, showcasing the dynamism of its digital ecosystem on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of its independence. The event was attended by Ashwini Vaishnaw, India's Minister of Technology, and Jawed Ashraf, India's ambassador to France. VivaTech also organized the first edition of the AfricaTech Awards in collaboration with Maktar Diop, Managing Director of the International Finance Corporation (IFC). The VivaTech audience was filled with emotion as President Volodymyr Zelensky called on the tech and startup industries to support Ukraine. The call was broadcast in the form of a hologram in seven European countries with the participation of Gayle King, Amanda Holden, Peter Gabriel and Bernard-Henri Lévy.   MORE THAN EVER THE ESSENTIAL RENDEZ-VOUS FOR BUSINESS  This edition of Viva Technology has once again given the technology sector privileged access to international customers, major investors and new markets. More than 2,000 exhibitors – which included 1,800 startups, 45% of them international, and 700 investment funds – met during three days dedicated to professionals. More than 161,000 business connections were made, 71% of which were international interactions on the digital platform. According to the startups present, more than 25% of their annual business leads were made during these three days. In addition, the most promising European startups were rewarded at the fourth edition of the Next Unicorn Awards and the 100% digital neo-insurance startup Luko (France) received the grand prize for the highest potential scaleup in Europe. Nearly 100 challenges were organized to bring together startups and large groups. This year’s LVMH Innovation Award prize was won by Toshi, which provides sustainable, highly personalized and innovative solutions to brands to best meet their customers' omnichannel needs.   MORE THAN EVER THE TRAILBLAZER OF INNOVATIONS AND NEW TRENDS IN TECHNOLOGY VivaTech gave visitors the opportunity to discover more than 300 innovations, including 50 that were exclusive to VivaTech, covering all the groundbreaking fields of tech – GreenTech, digital for mobility, the Future of Work, Web3 and the  Metaverse….   MORE THAN EVER THE PLACE FOR ACTION ON BEHALF OF RESPONSIBLE AND INCLUSIVE TECH This year, VivaTech promoted a number of initiatives to encourage diversity, particularly for women and young people. These included a specific #WoGiTech programme for the feminization of Tech professions; guided tours for 8th- and 10th-graders; and the "Because Girls Can" day on Saturday, which brought together more than 3,000 girls with a treasure hunt and an inspirational "Girls Hackademy" session. For the fourth consecutive year, Viva Technology organized its Female Founder Challenge [https://challenges.vivatechnology.com/en/challenges/female-founder-challenge]  (FFC). Vanessa Counaert, co-founder of Resortecs, was rewarded for the quality of her project to produce heat-soluble sewing threads that facilitate textile recycling. The General Public Day allowed thousands of students and candidates to meet companies and find out about tomorrow's jobs in the field of tech, innovation and startups. "VivaTech is back with an in-person edition that exceeded all our expectations. The tech and digital world was there and made these four days a success. An uncommon effervescence, an incredible energy and above all a collective will to innovate in a responsible and inclusive way were the key ingredients of this year's event, reflecting the dynamism that drives the startup ecosystem. Two themes stood out this year: Web3 and decarbonisation, making VivaTech a space for hard-hitting debate on the practical use of new technologies," said co-presidents Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette alongside Julie Ranty, Viva Technology's Managing Director. "We would like to warmly thank Julie Ranty for everything she has contributed to VivaTech since its inception. Her leadership and energy have been major assets in the success of VivaTech. Her choice to embark on an entrepreneurial project is a very logical continuation of her career and we wish her all the best for the future. We are pleased to welcome François Bitouzet, who has already participated in this 2022 edition. His career in the service of the biggest French and international brands and his experience of events will enable VivaTech to confidently embark on the new phase of its development and further increase its global influence," said Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette, co-presidents of Viva Technology.   THE FULL COMMITMENT OF VIVATECH'S PARTNERS Viva Technology shares the success of this sixth edition with its major partners and would like to thank them for their commitment: India, first Country of the Year at VivaTech Co-Organizers: Groupe Les Echos - Le Parisien & Publicis Groupe  Founding Partners: BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste Group, LVMH, Orange Gold partners: EDF, EY, ManpowerGroup, AWS, The Adecco Group, Axa, Edenred, French-German Tech Lab, Huawei, JCDecaux, L’Oréal, Microsoft, RATP Group, Salesforce, Sanofi, SAP, SNCF, TotalEnergies  Silver partners: McKinsey & Company,  Région Ile de France, Air Liquide, Audi, Binance, Dassault Systèmes, L’Egypte, Engie, Globalization Partners, Groupe Bouygues, Klaxoon, KPMG, Meta, Renault/Mobilize, Région Centre Val de Loire, Région Occitanie, Région Sud, Swisstech    SAVE THE DATE:  14-17 JUNE 2023 in Paris at Porte de Versailles!

Paris, France, May 2, 2022 - Viva Technology and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) announced today the top 45 start-ups that have been long-listed for the first edition of the AfricaTech Awards. This pan-African initiative, supported by Proparco, aims to recognize and support emerging start-ups that are driving innovation and development impact across the continent in three main sectors - Climate Tech, FinTech, and Health Tech. The 45 start-ups - 15 in each of the three Awards categories - have been selected from a total pool of more than 300 applications, with Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Africa, and Morocco showing the highest participation rates. Overall, FinTech is the category that received the most applications (124), followed by Health Tech (95), and Climate Tech (93). Nearly 60% of the applicant start-ups have at least one woman on their board.  “The number and quality of applications received is a testament to Africa’s vibrant tech scene, which has proven to be resilient even in the face of the many challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Makhtar Diop, IFC’s Managing Director. “These Awards will help scale innovations in key sectors like climate tech, health, and financial services, which are critical to supporting the continent’s sustainable and inclusive growth.” The final winners (one per  category) will be announced at the first AfricaTech Awards ceremony, , which will take place during the 2022 edition of Viva Technology on June 15-18 in Paris. The three winning start-ups will benefit from access to the Viva Technology, IFC and category sponsors' networks, as well as select one-on-one meetings with leaders and top executives in the tech industry. "Africa is a breeding ground for talent and new ideas, and we are delighted to see so many innovative entrepreneurs participating in this first edition of the AfricaTech Awards," said Viva Technology Co-Presidents Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette, and Managing Director Julie Ranty. “It is a pleasure to be able to highlight these impactful start-ups and help promote their solutions across the continent and beyond.” The top 15 start-ups in the FinTech category, sponsored by Cassava Technologies [https://www.cassavatechnologies.com/], include: Abela - South Africa Applied Logic Ltd - Nigeria Click2Sure - South Africa Crop2Cash - Nigeria DreamCash - Cameroon Duhqa - Kenya eMaisha Pay - Uganda Franc - South Africa ImaliPay - Kenya Lipa Later - Kenya Neqabty - Egypt Popote pay - Kenya Premiercredit - Zambia Proxalys - Senegal Sing Pay - Gabon The top 15 start-ups in the Health Tech category, sponsored by Orange [https://www.orange.com/fr], include: Access Afya - Kenya Aviro Health - South Africa BokDoc - Egypt Chefaa - Egypt Keeplyna - Tunisia Med - Tunisia Meditect - Qatar Primed E-Health - France, Nigeria, Uganda SonoCare - Nigeria Vekta Innovations - South Africa Vula Mobile - South Africa Wala Digital Health - Ghana Welnes - Egypt Zencey - Ivory Coast Zuri Health - Kenya The top 15 start-ups in the Climate Tech category, sponsored by New Energy Nexus [https://www.newenergynexus.com/], include: AGROTECH PLUS - Kenya ATLAN Space - Morocco Bekia - Egypt Easy Matatu - Uganda Eco-V GreenTower - South Africa Farmtopia - Egypt Ipren Group - Nigeria iShamba Limited - Kenya Koolboks - France, Nigeria, and 12 additional countries Kumulus - France and Tunisia MyJoulebox (Aress) - Benin Seavo - Egypt SUNPave - Egypt The Awareness Company - South Africa WEEE Centre - Kenya KEY DATA 3 award categories Climate Tech, FinTech, Health Tech,  312 applications 45 long-listed start-ups 3 final winners to be announced at VivaTech in June Find the top 45 list here [https://challenges.vivatechnology.com/en/challenges/africatech-awards/pages/top-45?lang=en]

PARIS, 19 April 2022  - For the fourth year in a row, VivaTech, in partnership with 50inTech, launches the Female Founder Challenge sponsored by Salesforce and Société Générale with Expert Partner Avolta Partners with two main objectives: * Facilitate VC-startup meetings to accelerate the financing of women-led startups all around the world * Urge VC funds to commit to more gender equality at all levels Hitting an all time low of VC funding to women founding teams The current buzzword in Tech right now is gender diversity, but is it all talk? In 2021, we hit a five-year low of less than 2% of venture capital funding [https://techcrunch.com/2022/01/19/why-arent-female-founders-getting-a-bigger-piece-of-the-pie-theories-abound/] going to all-women founding teams in US. With only 14% of the new global unicorns were founded or co-founded by women [https://news.crunchbase.com/news/top-women-led-unicorn-companies-startups-2022/?utm_source=cb_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20220321&utm_content=intro&utm_term=content&utm_source=cb_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20220321] and 1/26 women-led unicorns in France [https://www.thelocal.fr/20220118/what-are-the-26-french-unicorns-hailed-by-the-government/].  Even though these trending topics have not yet fully translated to positive action, inequalities are even more pronounced when the founders are from diverse backgrounds. Despite this, the number of women entrepreneurs continues to grow. It is therefore up to the VC industry to act and the tech ecosystem to promote underrepresented female founders.  Giving the stage to self-identifying women founders "Given the figures mentioned above concerning gender gap in the tech sector, it is more than necessary to move the lines and to value female entrepreneurship. This is why we are renewing our commitment to 50inTech through this challenge, which has already supported many talented women by facilitating their access to funding." explains Julie Ranty, General Manager of Viva Technology.  From an applicant group of over 69 countries with various sectors from Software development to Foodtech, 30 out of 504 applicants were selected. Among them, 5 finalists will be invited to come and pitch their project to a jury of investors at VivaTech. Top 30 list: Acerta Analytics Solutions Inc. - Greta Cutulenco - Canada - Mobility/Transportation AISPOTTER OY - Anri Kivimäki - Finland - Media/Entertainment/Culture AML Factory - Charlotte Gaudin - France - Software Development/Cloud services Astrachain - Yosra Jarraya - France - Software Development/Cloud services Beev - Chanez Djoudi - France -Mobility/Transportation Billiv - Lena Crolot - France - Banking/Finance/Insurance CLIPr - Cindy Chin - United States - Software Development/Cloud services Deemea - Charlotte Pouchy - France - Health Deep Planet - Sushma Shankar - United Kingdom - Food Dukka - Keturah Ovio - Nigeria - Banking/Finance/Insurance Frankli.io - Aldagh McDonogh - Ireland - HR/Training/Education Genesis - Adrienne De Malleray - France - Food Green-Got - Maud Caillaux - France - Banking/Finance/Insurance GRID - Mariam Nusrat - United States -Telecom/Connectivity iPaidThat - Rita Nazarian - France -Banking/Finance/Insurance La Consigne GreenGo - Yasmine Dahmane - France - Food MICA AI MEDICAL - Lilia Leye Shwartsman - Israel - Health Nocturne GmbH - Ella Kadas - Germany - Health Numbers - Sofia Yan - Taiwan - Information technologies Omini - Joanne Kanaan - France - Health Outmind - Grace Mehrabe - France - Software Development/Cloud services PALM - Hela Atmani - France - Software Development/Cloud services Resortecs - Vanessa Conaert - Belgium - Luxury/Fashion/Beauty RespiQ - Mira Gleisberg - Netherlands - Health Susu - Bola Bardet - France - Health SwipeGuide - Willemijn Schneyder-Valbracht - Netherlands - Industry Viewst - Victoria Duben - France - Marketing/Advertising/Communication VyoO - Danae Blondel - Canada - Information technologies Xlscout Ltd - Komal Talwar - Canada - Software Development/Cloud services Yoona.ai - Anna Franziska - Germany - Software Development/Cloud services “Among all the applications received we were impressed by the level of maturity of the companies, despite their recent creation, as well as by the geographical diversity. The health crisis has probably favored the meteoric growth of Healthtech/Ed Tech/Fintech startups... which is rather consistent with the needs that have been created.” explains Eve Baldini, COO Avolta Partners Taking concrete actions Every applicant to the challenge is invited to an exclusive Bootcamp centered around giving concrete fundraising best practices from expert investors and founders. On the agenda, Founder of Plan A Lubomila Jordanova who just raised $10 million in its series A funding [https://plana.earth/academy/plan-a-raises-usd-10-million-carbon-accounting-esg-management-platform/] round sharing her key learnings on how to conduct a roadshow. How to build a pitch deck with Nelly Lavielle, Partner at BGV and how to prepare for fundraising with Arthur Porré, Founding Partner at Avolta Partners.  “We know that unconscious biases affect women entrepreneurs' fundraising. With this Bootcamp, we want to give them all the codes by industry leaders to be 100% ready but also examples of women entrepreneurs who have managed to overcome the bias to succeed” - Caroline Ramade, co-founder of  50inTech. The top 5 finalists will be taking the stage live to pitch at VivaTech 22 in Paris, France.  More information can be found here [https://challenges.vivatechnology.com/en/challenges/female-founder-challenge]. 

Paris, 16 March 2022 Viva Technology in partnership with GP Bullhound today released its 2022 "Top 100 Next Unicorns", its annual list of the 100 most promising scale-ups in Europe (including UK and Israel) - having the attributes to reach a potential valuation of USD 1 billion or more, in the near future. According to the 2019, 2020 and 2021 lists, more than 40% of the nominated companies have already become Unicorns to date! This list was compiled by Viva Technology, the biggest startup and tech event in Europe, in partnership with global technology investment bank GP Bullhound, with the support of Capgemini Ventures, European Innovation Council, White & Case and with contribution from five of the world's most reputable investment funds:  Accel, Balderton, Eurazeo, Northzone and Partech.  Julie Ranty, Managing Director of Viva Technology, said: "Once again, this year’s Top100 scale-ups list demonstrates the extraordinary potential of European technology. Selecting only 100 potential future unicorns is becoming more and more challenging each year given the exponential trajectory of European startups between 2021 and 2022. Our mission at VivaTech is to support the emergence of European digital champions. We are delighted that more and more startups putting sustainability at the heart of their challenges and their model are part of the top 100.” Manish Madhvani, Managing Partner at GP Bullhound, commented: “The European tech ecosystem is a force to be reckoned with, and the pandemic has only further solidified its status as a maturing sector competing on the global stage. We want to spotlight the firms that are fuelling this unprecedented innovation. In 2021 alone, the value of Europe’s tech unicorns has almost doubled, driven by the active public market landscape and an increasing number of mega funding rounds. We can be really proud of the ecosystem we have built, and the strength and calibre of this year’s Top 100 list demonstrates that this is only the beginning of another impressive year for European tech. [https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/TOP_100_SCALEUPSLARGE_b66437216b/TOP_100_SCALEUPSLARGE_b66437216b.png] Key facts: * 14 countries listed * Top 3 regions:  UK (24 scale-ups), France (18 scale-ups), Germany (16 scale-ups) in line with the size of ecosystems in these countries * Note the solidity of the Nordic/Baltic ecosystem with 13 scale-ups * More than 40% of the companies have a “for Good” business model, representing the strong trend towards sustainability  Top 3 sectors represented:  1. The Enterprise SaaS sector tops the list 2. The Digital Media sector is in second place, taking over Fintech since last year 3. The Marketplace / Digital Commerce sector comes third Total funds raised: 10,778,950,321€ Average funds raised: 112,280,733€ The key criteria for this list are: * Growth, velocity and growth potential * Funds raised * Growth in employees number * Geographical distribution * The ability to have a positive impact on society Next Unicorn Awards 2022 The most promising scale-ups will be awarded on stage at VivaTech, as part of the "Next Unicorn Awards 2022". The Next Unicorn Awards judging panel, consisting of senior representatives from unicorns, VCs, key ecosystem players and VivaTech founding partners will select the winners in the following categories: Fintech, Marketplaces, Enterprise Saas, Digital Media, AI, Deeptech & Big Data and Coup de Coeur Prize, which will be announced in June. Previous winners include Vinted, OpenClassrooms, Sorare and Tessian among others. As part of the event, GP Bullhound will publish exclusively, in partnership with Viva Technology, the 2022 edition of its annual report "Titans of Tech" analysing  for the eighth consecutive  year  the growth  of the major European  technology companies and  highlighting several  key  players in  its  ecosystem with  the  potential to achieve  the status of "Titan" -  a valuation of more than 50 billion dollars.

Paris, 16 March 2022 - Viva Technology, Europe's number one startup and tech event, is proud to unveil the first elements of the program for its sixth edition. VivaTech is taking place this year from 15th to 18th June in an ambitious hybrid format, in-person in Paris as well as online with a dedicated digital platform. After two years of the Covid-19 pandemic, the event in its physical form will be back in full swing at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.. VivaTech will be held over four days, with three days dedicated to professionals to promote business exchange, and with the final day, Saturday, open to the general public.  VivaTech is launching its Key Business Programs allowing business communities particularly involved in digital transformation to meet around dedicated programs, concentrated in one day: *  The Future of Work program, in partnership with ManpowerGroup * The CTO Forum, focusing on IT, in partnership with Scaleway and Sopra Steria * The CMO Program, focusing on marketing, in partnership with MediaLink, McKinsey & Company, frog, part of  Capgemini Invent, JCDecaux and Infopro Digital Media  The Key Business Programs will be composed of conference sessions, a dedicated lounge and thematic side events. Lastly, in partnership with Pitchbook, an Investor Lounge will be offered to investors for this sixth edition of VivaTech.  The main event will be completed by more than 50 side events taking place outside the walls of VivaTech, in and around Paris. These will include the return of Tech Days allowing participants to explore the various stomping grounds of the tech ecosystem, organized with French Tech Grand Paris. For this sixth edition, more than 1,500 exhibitors are expected, all in hybrid format. Our historical partners are renewing their confidence while other partners are joining us for the first time this year. Among them are BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste, LVMH, Orange, but also EDF, ManpowerGroup, EY, India, Axa, Chambre Franco-Allemande de Commerce et d'Industrie, Edenred, Huawei, JCDecaux, L'Oréal, Microsoft, RATP Group, Sanofi, SAP, SNCF, The Adecco Group, TotalEnergies, Région Ile-de-France, McKinsey & Company, Air Liquide, Audi, Binance, Dassault Systèmes, Engie, Egypt, Globalization partners, Groupe Bouygues, Klaxoon, KPMG, Meta, Région Centre Val de Loire, Région Sud, Région Occitanie, Renault, Swisstech, and many others who have already confirmed their presence. This massive presence will also be an opportunity to give a strong international dimension to the event: More than 30 countries will be present (+35% vs 2019), among them Germany, Brazil, Canada, Congo, Egypt, Japan, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Senegal, Switzerland and many others. Of particular note is the inception of a new challenge to celebrate the pan-African tech ecosystem. The AfricaTech Awards,  co-organised with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), rewards The most innovative startups in the sectors of climate tech, health tech and fintech on the continent. The winners will be announced during VivaTech. Six major themes have been chosen and will set the tone for the four days of VivaTech 2022, which will be highlighted as in previous years by a dense program of enriching debates, renowned speakers and new innovations.  * The Race to Net Zero Emissions VivaTech will focus on innovations related to the fight against global warming and the energy transition: for example, the French company Interstellar Lab, in partnership with NASA and CNES, will unveil the world premiere of BioPod, one of the world's most advanced aeroponic greenhouses for deployment on Earth, and on other planets in the future. Other startups, which act for a more environmentally friendly society, will also be present at the Low Carbon Park EDF, a partner with which VivaTech is collaborating to reduce the event's carbon impact as much as possible through the mobilization of three startups: Urbanomy for the Carbon strategy, Carbo for the evaluation and Actéon Farm for the compensation. We will be able to meet the Swiss company Climeworks, which will present its CO2 collector exclusively in France; the Spanish company Bioo, which will come to France for the first time with its interactive installations that transform the natural organic decomposition of plants into a source of energy; and the British startup Pentaform, which makes computers accessible to everyone and more responsible for the planet. * The Mobility Rebound Tomorrow's mobility is a key theme at Vivatech 2022. Many innovations in the mobility sector will be on display, including inflatable electric vehicles from Japan’s Poimo;  bicycles – and their wheels that capture city pollution – from the English startup Go Rolloe; and electrically powered personal EVTOL from the Norwegian startup Jetson which will be present at the Mobility Park by Togg. Note that special previews are planned in this category: for example, Audi will share its vision of innovation, technology and what prefigures future mobility by presenting its “Audi skysphere concept” for the first time in Europe.  * Future of Work Two years of pandemic have had a major impact on the world of work. Telecommuting, corporate culture, search for talent – companies have had to adapt and innovate.  In this context, for the second year, VivaTech relaunches its Jobboard to highlight tech and digital job offers. A new event this year is the Talent Afterworks with VivaTech's HR partner ManpowerGroup. On this occasion, the partners/startups and talents are invited at the end of each day to discuss their job and the business meetings made in the aisles of VivaTech. * Inclusion is a Mindset Whether we’re talking gender, geographic or social diversity, the disparities are still far too great today. Tech can play an essential and inclusive role. VivaTech has two priority targets this year: youth and women. In this respect, VivaTech is launching a Girls in Tech program, co-organized with the WoGiTech collective, aiming to bring more than 3,000 middle and high school girls to discover the world of digital technology, with a dedicated thematic pathway through the event and coaching to inspire vocations and guide young girls. This will be followed by an inspirational session on women (young graduates, up-skilled women, entrepreneurs, etc.) in hands-on training during the general public day.  But also, for the fourth consecutive year, in partnership with 50inTech, the Female Founder Challenge whose objectives are to facilitate meetings between investors and startups to accelerate the financing of startups led by women. Other initiatives on behalf of women and young people will also take place during the event, such as speed-coaching sessions for nearly 1,000 young people, mostly from the suburbs, in co-organization with L'Escalator; a project with Diversidays to showcase diversity talent on stage; and the Great Cause Youth Workshops in partnership with Make.org. These initiatives aim to make tech more inclusive and diversify its profiles. * Tech on the Edge; Web3 Each year, we shine the spotlight on technologies to follow. This year, among all the technologies we will focus on, we will be particularly interested in decoding Web3.  In particular through a Web3 innovation Park hosted by Binance which will present the most advanced startups and innovations of the blockchain, crypto and NFT ecosystems. Note that Meta, formerly Facebook, will come to present its vision of the metaverse, with a set of innovations that will be showcased at VivaTech in terms of AI for the future of social, business, work and creativity. Our partner LVMH will present different applications of the metaverse for the luxury world, partly through its new virtual muse whose mission will be to convey the Group's innovation message. The startup Stage11, which is building the future of entertainment by proposing a new way to experience music through a mix of gaming, mixed reality and metaverse technologies, will come and present its innovations.  * Europe's Digital Decade Starts Here To support the acceleration of the startup ecosystem, VivaTech launches the fourth edition of the Next Unicorn Awards. This award aims to promote the European tech ecosystem by highlighting European scaleups with high potential. The Top 100 Next Unicorns, unveiled today in partnership with investment bank GP Bullhound and with the contribution of five of the world's most renowned investment funds – Accel, Balderton, Eurazeo, Partech and NorthZone – can be found here [https://vivatechnology.com/media/press-releases/viva-technology-publishes-its-annual-list-of-top-100-next-unicorns]. The winners will be revealed next June during Vivatech. New initiative launched this year: European Acceleration Summit. Indeed, at a time when Europe is expected to boost the European tech sector, VivaTech steps up by bringing together the key players of the global ecosystem (accelerators, startups, investors and public sector organizations) in a purpose-driven program. First Reveal: 2022 Speakers Corporate CEOs:  Thomas Buberl, CEO of Axa; Aiman Ezzat, CEO of Capgemini, Bernard Charlès, CEO of Dassault Systemes, Catherine McGregor, CEO of Engie, John Chambers, Founder and CEO of JC2 Ventures, Nicolas Hieronimus, CEO of L’Oréal; Bernard Arnault, Chairman and CEO of LVMH, Jonas Prising, Chairman and CEO of ManpowerGroup,Michael Kassan, Chairman and CEO of MediaLink a UTA Company and Julie Teigland, EMEIA Managing Partner of EY. Speakers:  Philippe Botteri, Partner at Accel Partners; Thibaud Hug de Larauze, Founder and CEO of BackMarket, Frédéric Mazzella, Founder and President of Blablacar, Guillaume Pousaz, Founder and CEO of Checkout; Julia Bijaoui, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Frichti; Kağan Sümer, Founder and CEO of Gorillas; Johannes Schildt, Co-Founder and CEO of KRY / LIVI; Adrien Nussenbaum, Co-Founder of Mirakl, Alice Albizatti, Founding Partner at Revaia, and Sébastien Borget, Co-Founder and COO of the Sandbox Top Speakers:  CZ, Founder and CEO of Binance; Cristiano Amon, CEO of Qualcomm; and Jimmy Wales, Founder of Wikipedia.   See you 15-18 June! To register and participate in VivaTech 2022, click here [https://subscribe.vivatechnology.com/media]            

AfricaTech Awards opens call for applications to recognize cutting-edge solutions in the climate tech, health tech, and fintech sectors.  Paris, March 7th, 2022 - Viva Technology and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) today announced a call for applications for the first edition of the AfricaTech Awards, a pan-African initiative developed to recognize and support the most innovative and impactful tech start-ups across the continent. Entrepreneurship has been a key driver of economic growth in Africa, promoting competitiveness and fostering job creation, particularly among young people. According to reports from Briter Bridges*, investment in African tech start-ups reached $4.9 billion in 2021, marking a significant increase from the $2.4 billion invested in 2020. Despite growing interest from investors, this is still a fraction compared to the funding that start-ups received in other parts of the world – for instance, in 2021, over $100 billion was invested in European start-ups and about $330 billion in start-ups in North America**. Moreover, a lack of infrastructure and inadequate regulations often present additional challenges to the scale-up of start-ups across Africa. “ Africa is buzzing with innovative tech solutions that can help address climate change, promote food security, and expand financial inclusion,” said Makhtar Diop, IFC's Managing Director. “Yet over 80% of African start-ups report difficulties in accessing funding. Initiatives like the AfricaTech Awards, which bring together entrepreneurs, governments, and investors, are key to attracting the resources and support that tech start-ups need to scale their innovations across the continent and beyond.” The AfricaTech Awards will recognize African start-ups that are driving innovation and development impact in three main sectors - climate tech, health tech, and fintech. Participating startups will have until March 25, 2022 to submit their applications. In May, with support from Viva Technology and IFC, a panel of industry experts from our knowledge partner Deloitte will pre-select the top 45 applicants. The final winners in each category will be announced during the 2022 edition of Viva Technology, taking place on June 15-18 in Paris and online.  Each of the three category winners will benefit from increased visibility and access to the networks provided by Viva Technology and IFC, including select one-on-one meetings with leaders and top executives in the tech industry. For Viva Technology Co-Presidents Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette and Managing Director Julie Ranty: “We have been impressed by the quality of African innovations during our various on-site roadshows and in our meetings with the 1000+ African startups that have already taken part in VivaTech. With the AfricaTech Awards, our objective is to boost visibility for African innovation ecosystems and to create opportunities for African entrepreneurs within global markets.” To find more information about the challenge and apply, visit https://challenges.vivatechnology.com/en/challenges/africatech-awards  * Source: Briter Bridges Africa Investment Report 2021 and 2020  ** Source: Crunchbase 

Paris, Thusrday September 16, 2021 - VivaTech, Europe’s biggest startup and tech event, will be back, for its 6th edition, from June 15 to 18, 2022, in Paris and online worldwide.   VivaTech confirms the success of its hybrid format launched in 2021 by renewing and enriching this experience next year. For its 5th edition last June, VivaTech gathered more than 140,000 visitors, including 26,000 in person and reached more than 119 million people in 149 countries, thus generating 1.7 billion views thanks to a rich collection of more than 500 exceptional innovations, 1400 exhibitors including 60% in person as well as 400 speakers from around the world including Tim Cook (Apple), Eric S. Yuan (Zoom), and Mark Zuckerberg (Facebook).   “After an exceptional 2021 edition, we are further enriching the event experience for our visitors and partners both in person and digitally. Reconnecting with and bringing together the greatest innovation players from around the world remains our priority as well as continuing our key role as a catalyst for digital transformation and startup growth. In a world which is undergoing reconstruction, our mission to place innovation at the service of major societal, environmental, economic and human issues seems to us more essential than ever.” explain Julie Ranty, Managing Director of VivaTech, Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette, Co-Presidents.   In the meantime, VivaTech is opening its digital platform to all and making more than 200 hours of conferences, workshops and startup pitches, which made its 5th edition a success,  available for consumption free of charge. All of this content can be found on app.viva technology.com.

Paris, June 19, 2021 - Viva Technology, Europe's leading event dedicated to startups and technology welcomed 140,000 visitors from June 16 to 19, with 26,000 attending in-person at Porte de Versailles Expo Center in Paris (all attendees were issued a health pass, in compliance with health regulations that limited capacity to 5,000 persons at any given time). An additional 114,000 attendees connected on VivaTech's paid online platform. With significant engagement on social networks, the event reached more than 119 million people in 149 countries generating 1.7 billion views. During these three days reserved for professionals and one day open to the general public, visitors were able to discover more than 500 exceptional innovations, 1,400 exhibitors (60% of which were physical exhibitors), and 400 speakers from around the world. A 2021 EDITION THAT ROSE TO THE CHALLENGE OF A NEW BUSINESS MODEL VivaTech took up the challenge of creating a new hybrid model for events, combining premium in-person access with a fully immersive online experience while at the same time adapting to new ways of interacting. "VivaTech is back in 2021 with a brand new hybrid format, the first of its kind. The experience, accessible in-person in Paris at Porte de Versailles, and online all over the world on our digital platform, was greatly appreciated by visitors and exhibitors alike. We have reinvented ourselves and redefined the codes of Europe's biggest tech and innovation event. We are particularly touched by the enthusiastic response from all the participants – it was so good to be together, at last. This new format further strengthens VivaTech for the years to come. We also salute the hard work of all the teams and thank our partners for their continued support," said VivaTech's General Manager Julie Ranty with Co-Directors Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette. Developed by Inwink, the digital platform was accessed by 114,000 people, 35% of them from outside France. VivaTech totally re-engineered its format in order to offer     an online experience that goes beyond the simple retransmission of the live event or live news coverage. Drawing on the codes of television and social media, the VivaTech team developed a platform driven by workshops, leader insights and startup pitches. VivaTech News, the 24-hour news channel launched to coincide with this fifth edition, ran continuously over the B2B days of the event, in English and free of charge, enabling more than 4.4 million viewers around the world to get a glimpse of the breadth and depth of VivaTech's content: on-set interviews, conference debriefs, reports in the aisles... VivaTech News was broadcast on the digital platform, on social networks and on the VivaTech website, as well as on a dedicated DTT channel and on some of the event's partner channels. VivaTech News was produced with expertise from Content Factory of the  Altice Group (BFMTV, BFM Business...), and Publicis Live pulled out the stops to have VivaTech News up and running in just a few months. Most of the innovations presented at VivaTech were staged online, in an immersive digital experience made possible by the use of 3D/AR technologies and the creation of virtual showrooms, allowing the online audience to explore, discover and interact in a completely new way. For example, the Orange showroom was able to show everyone the various innovative applications and positive impacts of 5G which the company is developing. The networking system on the digital platform leveraged data-matching (recommendation algorithms tailored to specific sectors, professions and interests) and spontaneous exchanges (random text and video chat modules), enabling VivaTech exhibitors and visitors to initiate 152,000 business contacts that could lead to orders, investments or partnerships, in addition to the business contacts that took place on-site. Holders of a 2021 All-Content Pass can access all the content and functionalities available on the VivaTech digital platform until November 28, at https://app.vivatechnology.com [https://app.vivatechnology.com/]. For members of the general public, VivaTech is launching a new Replay offer, at the price of 50 euros, in order to allow new visitors to access all VivaTech content. VivaTech’s online presence was amplified by the high visibility of the event on social networks. A total of 119 million people were reached in 149 countries, including nearly 8 million who followed the event regularly. In total, VivaTech in 2021 generated 1.7 billion views on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Youtube, but also on Twitch for the first time, with the support of Tech de France, NewTech. MORE THAN 400 TOP-LEVEL SPEAKERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD The most important figures in technology and business were present at this fifth annual edition of Viva Technology. For three days, 400 entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors and researchers discussed the digital transition and economic recovery. Among them: Tim Cook (CEO - Apple), Peggy Johnson, (CEO - Magic Leap), Mark Zuckerberg (Founder & CEO - Facebook), Thierry Breton (European Commissioner for Internal Market - European Commission), Stéphane Richard (Chairman & CEO - Orange), Thomas Kurian (CEO - Google Cloud), Bernard Arnault (Chairman & CEO - LVMH), Marguerite Bérard (Head of French Retail Banking - BNP Paribas), Eric S. Yuan (Founder & CEO - Zoom), Sarah Franklin (CMO - Salesforce), Arvind Krishna (Chairman & CEO - IBM), Ken Hu (Rotating Chairman - Huawei), Brad Smith (President - Microsoft), Dan Schulman (President & CEO - PayPal), Jean-Bernard Lévy (CEO - EDF), Eric Schmidt (Co-founder - Schmidt Futures), Alexandre Bompard (Chairman & CEO - Carrefour), Thomas Buberl (CEO - AXA), Michael Borkowski (Co-Founder & CEO - Brainly), Jonas Prising (CEO - ManpowerGroup), Sebastian Siemiatkowski (CO-Founder & CEO - Klarna), Mitchell Baker (CEO & Chairwoman - Mozilla), Sandeep Mathrani (CEO - WeWork), Markus Villig (Founder & CEO - Bolt), Sonali de Rycker (Partner - Accel), Tunde Kehinde (Co-Founder et CEO - Lydia), Paul Hudson (CEO - Sanofi), Jonathan Cherki (Founder & CEO - ContentSquare), Aurélie Jean (Founder & CEO - InSilicoVeritas), Adrien Nussenbaum (Co-Founder & CEO - Mirakl), Clotilde Delbos (CEO - Mobilize), Pieter van der Does (Co-Founder & CEO - Adyen), Nandita Bakhshi (CEO - Bank of the West), Boris Winkelmann (CEO - DPDgroup), Jennifer Holmgren (CEO - LanzaTech), Ilana Wisby (CEO - Oxford Quantum Circuits), Thibaud Hug de Larauze (Co-Founder & CEO - Back Market), Julie Teigland (EMEIA Area Managing Partner - EY), Geoff Ralston (President - Y Combinator), and Catherine Guillouard (CEO - RATP Group). FRENCH PRESIDENT EMMANUEL MACRON ATTENDS VIVATECH TO ENCOURAGE EUROPEAN SCALE-UPS  French President Emmanuel Macron arrived at VivaTech on the opening day for a session with European scaleups in the company of Denis Ladegaillerie, co-founder and CEO of Believe; Sebastian Siemiatkowski, co-founder and CEO of Klarna; Ana Maiques, CEO of Neuroelectrics; and Giorgio Anania, CEO of Aledia. On the previous day and following several months of consultations, the recommendations formulated by Scale-Up Europe were presented to President Macron at the Élysée Palace in the presence of the members of the initiative. These 21 recommendations were unveiled to the general public at VivaTech on Wednesday, June 16. They are addressed to the ecosystem as well as to European governments and will provide food for thought in the run-up to the French Presidency of the European Union in the first half of 2022. Three foreign heads of state also spoke at VivaTech: Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of Spain; Félix Tshisekedi, President of the Democratic Republic of Congo and current Chairman of the African Union; and Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India. Many ministers, elected officials and personalities from the French political world participated in VivaTech this year, among them:  Cédric O, Minister of State for Digital and Telecommunications, who was present for the entire four days of VivaTech; Bruno Le Maire, Minister of Economy, Finance and Recovery; Agnès Pannier-Runacher, Minister Delegate in charge of Industry; Frédérique Vidal, Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation; Florence Parly, Minister of the Armed Forces; Amélie de Montchalin, Minister of Transformation and Public Service; Jean-Baptiste Djebbari, Minister Delegate to the Minister of Ecological Transition, in charge of Transport; Élisabeth Borne, Minister of Labor, Employment and Integration; Franck Riester, Minister Delegate to the Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs, in charge of Foreign Trade and Attractiveness; Sophie Cluzel, Secretary of State in charge of People with Disabilities; Valérie Pécresse, President of the Ile-de-France Regional Council; and Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris. Numerous top-level international political figures were also in attendance. STRONG COMMITMENT FROM VIVATECH’S MAJOR PARTNERS Viva Technology shares the success of this fifth edition with our major partners. We extend our heartfelt thanks to each of them along with the startups they hosted on their booths at VivaTech. Founding Partners: BNP Paribas presented more than 40 innovations co-developed with startups from its ecosystem to accelerate the construction of a sustainable economy at the service of people; Google organized, with its major clients, a series of inspiring talks to be discovered online on subjects as varied as data governance, diversity, industry 4.0 or the future of retail; La Poste unveiled its innovations in the fields of AI, health, decarbonized e-commerce logistics, digital marketing, banking and FinTech; LVMH brought together its brands around innovations combining sustainability, digital expertise, know-how and technology, driven by startups from its 5th LVMH Innovation Award and its intrapreneurs; and Orange presented some of the useful and responsible applications of 5G technology along with its strategy of co-innovation with startups. Gold Partners: EDF, EY, Huawei, Manpowergroup, Microsoft, Mobilize du Groupe Renault, RATP, Salesforce, Sanofi. And also: AD’OCC - Région Occitanie  (France), Air Liquide, Bouygues Group, Clear Channel, Dassault Systemes, Engie, Facebook, HPE, Klaxoon, KPMG, McKinsey & Company, Ministry of Defense (France), Ile de France region (France), Région Sud (France), Royal Canin, Swisstech, Veolia… Also noteworthy: 19 countries came to VivaTech to present the best of their startup ecosystems: Italy, Belgium, Luxembourg, India, Lithuania, Morocco, Germany, Portugal, Switzerland, Canada, India, Japan, Tunisia, South Korea, Pakistan, Lebanon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Singapore, and Taiwan.    EXCEPTIONAL INNOVATIONS, SOME PRESENTED FOR THE FIRST TIME ANYWHERE Visitors were able to discover the latest life-changing innovations (organized by themes such as Tech for the Environment, Tech for Society, Tech to Watch, and Future of Work), presented by major corporations and hundreds of innovative startups, both in-person and also online via 3D/AR simulations: Some must-see innovations were presented for the first time at VivaTech, among them EZ1 Mobilize - a Renault Group brand; FARM3's Aromaterie (aeroponics, presented in the Discovery by EDF); Wind My Roof's WindBox; the commercial version for Europe of Living Packets' The Box; Hopium, France's first hydrogen-powered car (online); the latest version of the Japet exoskeleton; Huawei's DigiTruck; DTS's controllable robots for disinfecting spaces, the 4. 0 version of the KiwiBot robot (online); the V2 of Bodyo's telehealth cabin; Klaxoon's Hybrid and Hybridity Board; Hover City, the world's first flying, modular and sustainable living units; Heliatek's Heliasol, the flexible photovoltaic surface; and Microsoft Mesh, the new mixed reality platform for users of the HoloLens augmented reality headset.   Many other unmissable innovations were present: Experis Career Accelerator by ManpowerGroup, a GPS for professional retraining; Hipli the reusable parcel (showcased by LVMH); Carbo, which boosts awareness among the general public and businesses to reduce their carbon footprint, showcased by La Poste ;  EHang's first autonomous and electric flying cab; CryoEm, the advanced imaging technology used by Sanofi to determine the structure of proteins with near-atomic resolution; an exoskeleton from RATP; Ruinart Second Skin from LVMH; The SeaCleaners, the flight simulator from SolarStratos. ..   Note that for the first time this year, VivaTech launched its "21 Best" label, which rewards the 21 best innovations presented at VivaTech, selected by six tech experts recognized in their field.   Follow this link [https://presskit-2021.vivatechnology.com/wp/] to find all the innovations presented at VivaTech 2021. GAME-CHANGING INITIATIVES The FAMAE Foundation has launched the fourth edition of its €1,000,000 global innovation competition to support innovations that have a positive impact on the planet (water, waste, food, housing, energy, mobility); For the third consecutive year, VivaTech, in co-creation with 50inTech and in partnership with Société Générale, Salesforce, Clear Channel and Axa, has launched the Female Founder Challenge to facilitate access to financing for women entrepreneurs. The winner of the challenge is Clarisse Hagège, founder and CEO of DFNS (France), a SaaS solution for digital asset security that gives banks, investors and businesses the ability to enter the cryptocurrency markets via a state-of-the-art secure infrastructure. The final of the "Ticket to Space" challenge, organized by Arianespace, rewarded the startup Lunasonde for its project of advanced mapping of terrestrial resources. Lunasonde was awarded a place on one of Arianespace's upcoming rocket launches to implement the project. The Startup Challenge with UNESCO: VivaTech has partnered with UNESCO by bringing know-how in open innovation and collaboration with startups to three major challenges related to artificial intelligence. The winning startups are Klass, Synthé and Lanfrica.  The Next Unicorn Awards, in partnership with the investment bank GP Bullhound, the European Innovation Council and with the contribution of five of the most renowned international investment funds (Accel, Balderton, Eurazeo, NorthZone and Partech) addressed Europe's acceleration in scale-ups. Based on the Top100 Future Unicorns list published last April [https://press.vivatechnology.com/viva-technology-publie-la-liste-des-top-100-next-unicorns-mettant-en-avant-le-potentiel-de-la-tech-europeenne/], the awards ceremony rewarded Sorare (Digital Media category ), Aiven (Enterprise SaaS category), Sumup (Fintech & Insuretech category), Vivino (Marketplace category) and Ecovadis (jury's favorite). The startup Tessian (AI, Deeptech & Big Data category) won this year's Grand Prize. The fifth edition of the LVMH Innovation Award went to Bambuser, a Swedish start-up that offers a live video shopping platform.  Twitter France, a new partner of VivaTech, hosted #PoweredByTweets, the challenge for creative agencies to reward the most impactful campaigns for NGOs. The advertising credit on Twitter was given to #SkinTweet by @HavasParis for @FondationARC.  The Next Startupper Challenge, an inter-school and inter-university competition set up to promote student entrepreneurship, in partnership with FrenchFounders, with the theme "Tech for Good / impact project", awarded Mouhamed Seck's project, OwnLabs.  The launch of Mega Women & Girls in Tech, the largest intergenerational gathering of women and girls in tech, initiated by Simplon, BNP Paribas and Digital Ladies & Allies to promote existing careers and feminize the sector. L'Escalator and EY joined forces during VivaTech to support new generations in their professional careers. Speed coaching sessions lasting 30 minutes were offered to several hundred young people by volunteer coaches from VivaTech partner companies and startups. Finally, the launch of the AfricaTech Awards, in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a prize to highlight the most promising solutions of startups that contribute significantly to the growth of Africa in key sectors (agriculture, health, finance, energy, retail, and education)   See photo highlights of the four days of VivaTech 2021  [https://mediahub.vivatechnology.com/share/192EA24D-AC31-4646-A65D12D8F1707766] WE’LL BE BACK IN 2022 WITH MORE SURPRISES AND INNOVATIONS!   About Viva Technology - In just five years, VivaTech has become the biggest startup and tech event in Europe and is recognized worldwide as a powerful catalyst for business transformation, startup growth and innovation for the common good. Every year, VivaTech brings together in Paris the world's top business leaders, startups, investors, researchers and thinkers for a unique experience combining inspiration, networking and a showcase for innovation. As of 2021, VivaTech has been enriched with a digital platform that brings together an even larger community of innovators. By 2019 VivaTech had already reached 231 million people worldwide, and had brought together 124,000 visitors on-site, among them more than 13,000 startups, 3,000 venture capitalists and 2,500 journalists from 124 countries. The 5th edition of VivaTech took place June 16-19, 2021. More information available at  https://vivatechnology.com/media/ [https://vivatechnology.com/media/] and @VivaTech   Press contacts: Romain Sulpice :  +33 6 64 04 46 84 - rsulpice@vivatechnology.com [rsulpice@vivatechnology.com]  Léa Roos : +33 6 11 31 76 01 - vivatech@publicisconsultants.com [vivatech@publicisconsultants.com]

Pedro Sánchez, prime minister of Spain, will participate at Viva Technology, Europe's biggest startup and tech event. In light of his stated goal of making Spain one of the most modern and prosperous countries in the European Union by 2050, the prime minister's participation at Viva Technology will allow him to immerse himself in the European tech ecosystem and present the Spain Entrepreneurial Nation Strategy. Spain is a key country in the development of startups in Europe, especially in the energy, retail and e-commerce sectors, with two main startup hubs – Barcelona and Madrid – to accelerate development. In addition to the remote intervention of the prime minister, Spain will be represented by many innovations and prominent speakers, including: H2 SITE (hosted by Engie): Solutions to produce high-quality hydrogen on-site while reducing costs SENSE4CARE (hosted by AirLiquide): Specializing in the design, manufacture and marketing of medical devices to improve the quality of life of people requiring special care DINBEAT (hosted by Royal Canin): The first multi-parameter harness that wirelessly monitors the health of pets in real-time Juan Alvarez de Lara, Founder and CEO - Seed&Click: A platform to connect talented entrepreneurs, smart investors and large companies looking to innovate Yasmine Fage, Founder & COO - Levere Holdings: A publicly traded SPAC looking to invest in and merge with electric and connected mobility companies in Europe Ana Maiques, CEO - Neuroelectrics: A new therapeutic platform to treat neurological and psychiatric disorders The platform is now open for press accreditation until Friday, June 10.  Follow this link to apply: https://subscribe.vivatechnology.com/media [https://subscribe.vivatechnology.com/media]  

Paris, June 2, 2021 - VivaTech is back this year, from June 16th to 19th, with a first-of-its-kind program. Renowned speakers, important initiatives and also new innovations over four days will set the pace for the first hybrid event on this scale to take place in the last 18 months. Saturday will be reserved for the general public, with activities and experiences as fun as they are spectacular, to be enjoyed on the grounds of the Porte de Versailles exhibition center. Four inspiring days, packed with opportunities for business and with flashes of innovation, to contribute to this long-awaited moment of recovery and reconnection. This year, more than 1,100 exhibitors are expected, the majority of them in-person at Porte de Versailles in Paris. VivaTech’s founding partners BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste, LVMH and Orange, but also EDF, EY, Huawei, ManpowerGroup, Microsoft, Renault Group’s Mobilize brand, RATP Group, Sanofi, Salesforce, Air Liquide, Clear Channel, Dassault Systèmes, Engie, Facebook, Groupe  Bouygues, HPE, Klaxoon, KPMG, McKinsey & Company,  Ministry of the Armed Forces (France), Ile de  France region (France), Occitanie region (France), Sud region (France), Royal Canin, Swisstech, Veolia and many others are renewing their confidence in Viva Technology by choosing this year’s event to reveal their innovations to the world and to share their vision of their transformation. VivaTech continues to play a pivotal role as a business accelerator linking the different stakeholders of the international tech ecosystem, for more qualitative and inclusive growth.   Inspiring top-level speakers Once again, major players in technology and business will take the floor this year at VivaTech. This fifth edition will be highlighted by the participation of Tim Cook (CEO - Apple), Eric S. Yuan (fondateur & CEO - Zoom), Mark Zuckerberg,  (Founder & CEO - Facebook), Thomas Kurian (CEO - Google Cloud), Thierry Breton (European Commissioner for Internal Market), Peggy Johnson (CEO - Magic Leap), Stéphane Richard (Chairman & CEO - Orange), Arvind Krishna (Chairman & CEO - IBM), Ken Hu, (Deputy Chairman - Huawei), Brad Smith (President - Microsoft),  Marguerite Bérard (Head of French Retail Banking - BNP Paribas), Dan Schulman (CEO - PayPal), Bernard Arnault (Chairman & CEO - LVMH), Sébastien Missoffe (Managing Director & VP France - Google France), Thibaud Hug de Larauze (Co-Founder & CEO - Back Market), Mitchell Baker (CEO - Mozilla Corporation & Chairwoman, Mozilla Foundation), Jonathan Cherki (Founder & CEO - ContentSquare), Sonali de Rycker (Partner - Accel), Niklas Zennstrom (Managing Director - Atomico), Sandeep Mathrani (CEO - WeWork), Boris Winkelmann, (CEO DPD - Groupe La Poste), Nick Clegg (VP of Global Affairs - Facebook), Aurélie Jean (Founder & CEO - InSilicoVeritas), Marie Barbesol (co-Founder - Klaxoon) and many others (complete list here [https://vivatechnology.com/speakers/]).   More than 500 Innovations responding to major societal challenges  More than 500 innovations, 15 launches or world premieres, and more than 100 3D/AR models for this hybrid edition of VivaTech, with a particular emphasis on impact technologies:   ● Tech for the environment  Ehang, a Chinese startup, will present the first autonomous and electric air taxi (eVTOL). Already on the market, this new means of travel takes personal mobility into a new dimension. Cueillette urbaine, a French startup selected as one of the 1,000 solutions approved by Solar Impulse, designs, installs and operates vegetable-growing areas on rooftops, on terraces, in courtyards... They use aeroponics, an above-ground cultivation method that uses 90% less water than traditional agriculture, in a reduced space and with up to 10 times greater yields. EZ-1: Just unveiled, the EZ-1 Prototype belongs to the car-sharing category. It is the very first urban solution from the Renault Group's new Mobilize brand, intended for shared use and available for rental.   ● Tech for society Hable, a smart controller connected by Bluetooth that allows blind people to interact with their smartphone, working towards a more inclusive digital world. ExactCure, a startup supported by Huawei, offers a personalized solution for the proper use of medication. Specifically, the digital twin of a patient simulates the concentration of medication in his or her blood according to characteristics such as age, gender, liver condition, etc. Life Plus, hosted by the BNP Paribas Lab, helps professionals working with the elderly to prevent frailty through connected assistance and remote medical monitoring solutions. Life Plus measures in real time a user's activity and health parameters (heart rate and oxygen saturation), detects falls or moments of abnormal inactivity and sends an alert to family and friends or to the remote assistance center. Geointelligence des territoires. With this solution, La Poste (the French Post Office) can measure the heat loss of buildings using sensors placed on letter carriers' vehicles during their rounds and then draw up a precise map.    ● Tech to watch Sense Glove: Haptic gloves that make training and professional situations more realistic through virtual reality. They can be used for learning real-situation tasks at a lower cost and with less risk. Next Modular is developing tests for electric (soon to be autonomous) and modular vehicles. These "buses" of the future can be detached or assembled in motion to optimize vehicle capacity, travel fluidity and transport costs. Tests have already been carried out in Dubai, and logistics solutions are currently being developed.   ● Future of work Microsoft Mesh enables presence and shared experiences from anywhere – on any device – through mixed-reality apps. Experis Career Accelerator by ManpowerGroup, the career transition GPS, designed in partnership with corporations, staffing firms and governments to help workers make faster, smarter and more successful career transitions in the age of automation. Also worth noting is the creation of virtual showrooms and immersive experiences accessible from VivaTech's digital platform: ● The Discovery Showroom dedicated to the low-carbon transition, by EDF ● The Robot Tech Showroom, by EDF ● The Pet Health Tech Showroom, by Royal Canin ● The 5G Tech Showroom, by Ericsson ● The Space Tech Showroom, by Arianespace ● The Construction Tech Showroom, by Bouygues Construction ● The Mobility Showroom ● The Sustainability Showroom ● The Immersive 5G Lab, by Orange: A unique immersive experience to show what 5G is about to do to positively transform our lives, from healthcare to gaming, from entertainment to industry, from smart cities to new forms of mobility.   New highlights and new initiatives Viva Technology has completely redesigned its program in order to respond to the various challenges in our societies. Several new initiatives will take place over the four days of the event: ● The Equality Lounge, with Salesforce, promotes gender equality in the tech industry through women-in-tech meetups, and diversity through interactive sessions and corporate equality programs.  ● +50 impact partnerships: Organizations, associations and professional networks will come together during VivaTech around issues such as support structures for young people, inclusion, and social entrepreneurship. Among these are Sista, 50inTech, Willa, Social Builder, Diversidays, Black Girls Code, Women in Africa, Ashoka, Le Collectif Mentorat, and L’Escalator. ● For the third consecutive year, VivaTech, in partnership with 50inTech and with the support of Axa, Clear Channel, Salesforce and Société Générale, is launching the Female Founder Challenge (FFC) with two main objectives: to facilitate meetings between VCs and startups in order to accelerate the funding of startups led by women; and to encourage VC funds to commit to more gender equality at all levels. ● In the continuation of the Top 100 European Scale-Ups, produced in partnership with GP Bullhound and with the support of the European Innovation Council, VivaTech will reward six startups through the Next Unicorn Awards, in five categories by sector of activity (Fintech and Insurtech; Marketplaces; Enterprise SaaS; Digital Media; and AI, Deep Tech and Big Data) as well as a jury favorite. ● Scale-Up Europe: This initiative, which brings together more than 150 founders of scale-ups, investors, researchers, business leaders and institutions, has developed a series of recommendations over the past few months to accelerate the emergence of European technology champions. The members of Scale-up Europe will present their recommendations to French President Emmanuel Macron during VivaTech. ● Startup Challenge with UNESCO: VivaTech engages with UNESCO by bringing its expertise in open innovation and collaboration with startups to address three major challenges related to artificial intelligence: Using AI to preserve biodiversity; tackling gender bias in AI; and accessing information in low-resource languages by breaking down the language barrier through data and AI. ● For its 5th edition, the LVMH Innovation Award will distinguish the most innovative projects.  Twenty-eight finalists have been shortlisted: six startups from six categories will be honored. One of them will receive the 2021 LVMH Innovation Award. ● A series of inspiring and unique talks, presented online by Google on topics as varied as data governance, diversity, industry 4.0 or the future of retail.   Finally, the winners of the many other challenges organized by various Viva Technology partners will also be announced. These challenges are real high points for the selected startups and encourage the creation of lasting business links between emerging businesses and established companies. Saturday, June 19: A program for the general public on major social issues VivaTech opens its doors to the general public on Saturday, June 19, with three sessions of three hours each: 9am-12pm / 12pm-3pm / 3pm-6pm. Innovations, experiences and topical discussions will set the pace for the day.  Inspiring speakers, influencers and entrepreneurs, among them André Manoukian, Bastien Oggeri (co-founder of Innovafeed) and Philippine Dolbeau (founder of Newschool), will debate in French on current affairs (diversity and inclusion, environment, city of the future, education, sport and innovation, music & tech, tech for well-being, future of food...) There will be activities throughout the day:    ● Mega Women & Girls in Tech will also be launched at VivaTech this year. This is the largest intergenerational collective of women and girls in tech, initiated by Simplon, BNP Paribas and Digital Ladies & Allies to promote existing career paths and to increase the number of women in the sector. ● Prep'Apprentissage: Openclassrooms' online training will be at the heart of a program of meetings between young people and VivaTech's partner companies, which are committed to reserving trainee positions for them as of the beginning of the next school year. ● Coaching Youth: L'Escalator, EFAP and EY are joining forces during VivaTech to help young people find employment. 30-minute speed coaching sessions will be offered to 100 young people by volunteer coaches from our partner companies and startups. ● A Chance For Every Young Person: The civictech platform Make.org will present the results of the Grande Cause initiative, "How to give every young person a chance?", launched in 2018 at VivaTech with Accor, Google, BNP Paribas and PwC. Workshops will be held at the BNP Paribas Lab to move from experimental work to scale. ● Next Startupper Challenge with French Founders: Launched in 2019, this inter-school and inter-university challenge aims to promote entrepreneurship among students, to highlight their creativity and agility in these times of crisis, and more concretely to allow them to test and boost their projects with professionals. This year, the theme "Tech for Good / Impact Project" will be the focus.    Saturday will also be an opportunity to present several artistic and immersive digital experiences: ● CADAF will be participating in Digital Art Month and will present various works by leading digital artists.  ● With the support of BNP Paribas, the "Les ailleurs" festival will take the opportunity in association with Fisheye and the Gaîté Lyrique to present works in virtual reality.  ● The Creative Motion studio will offer the public a unique visual and sensory experience that is totally immersive. Finally, VivaTech will play the entertainment card with several participatory events: ● An eFoot tournament ● A Cosplay parade ● Lightsaber combat demonstrations (training sessions will be offered in the afternoon)  

Paris, June 2, 2021 - From Cupertino, Apple CEO Tim Cook will speak at VivaTech for the first time at 5:30pm CET on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. As CEO of Apple, Tim has overseen the introduction of some of the world’s most innovative technology, from the Apple Watch, to the 5G-enabled iPhone 12 lineup, to the M1 chip. Tim has championed inclusion and diversity at Apple and has carried forward Apple’s commitment to privacy as a fundamental human right. Based on the belief that the best products in the world should be the best products for the world, Apple powers its global facilities with 100 percent renewable energy and is helping its entire supply chain do the same, while working toward the ambitious goal of a closed-loop supply chain that no longer extracts materials from the earth. 

Paris, June 1, 2021 - Mark Zuckerberg, founder and CEO of Facebook, returns to Viva Technology for a live virtual discussion with Maurice Lévy, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Publicis Groupe and co-founder of Viva Technology. Mark Zuckerberg will share his vision of the future, shaped by the technology Facebook is creating, and will discuss some of the company’s current and future projects. [https://press.vivatechnology.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/1622551274_mark.png] Mark Zuckerberg has built Facebook into an iconic tech company, empowering more than 3 billion people around the world to connect, build communities and grow businesses.  VivaTech is delighted to welcome Mark back this year to speak to an international audience who share his passion for innovation, confirming the international dimension of Viva Technology and its prime position on the global tech calendar.

Thursday 27 May London, Munich, Paris                              [https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/image_6f4b039e14/image_6f4b039e14.png]                              Three of the world’s premiere conferences focused on technology & entrepreneurship have announced agreements to work together to promote a Europe-wide network for startups, scaleups, investment and innovation globally. Munich-based DLD, UK-based Founders Forum & Paris-based Viva Technology will cooperate on content, promotion and marketing, while retaining the unique character and communities that have made all three among the most important such gatherings in the world. The partnership’s formal launch will take place next month, when both Founders Forum and VivaTech hold their flagship annual events (16th – 17th  June for FF and 16-19th June for VivaTech), among the first major in-person meetings since the start of the global pandemic.   Steffi Czerny, Founder & Managing Director of DLD, declared: “We live in an age where collaboration is more important than competition – especially in an innovation hotbed like Europe. DLD has long promoted unique European innovation ecosystems which need more mutual connection and international awareness. Joining forces with VivaTech and Founders Forum, two strong players with the same strategic outlook, for me, is a great step towards building new and stronger bridges across our continent.”   Brent Hoberman, Co-Founder & Executive Chairman of Founders Forum, declared: “We're always excited when Europe works together to drive our tech ecosystem's growth - we want to send a strong signal globally that this is the week for entrepreneurs to be in Europe, both this year and going forward.” Maurice Lévy Co-Founder of VivaTech declared: “VivaTech since its inception plays a role of catalyst on Tech and startups generating lot of initiatives in Europe. There is still so much to do to make Europe home of startups, scale-ups and innovation that partnering with DLD and Founders Forum is almost a must. Working with Steffi and Brent will be a signal that yes, we cooperate in Europe and will make it home for innovators, scale-ups and tech entrepreneurs. The combination will make Europe the place to be for speakers, investors, startups, exhibitors and visitors.”

Paris, May 27, 2021 – Dan Schulman and Eric Yuan have at least one thing in common: each has helped revolutionize an industry. After an extraordinary year marked by an exponential increase in the use of their respective platforms, they’ll be on hand to share their experiences with VivaTech audiences. Dan Schulman will discuss the rapid transformation of the financial sector and the role of digital currencies in our changing world, including the move to a cashless society, the digital wallet opportunity, and many other fintech trends the global pandemic has accelerated. Importantly, he will address the need for responsible innovation to ensure an inclusive recovery. Last year, Zoom became a household word in our workplaces and homes (which frequently became, thanks to Covid restrictions, indistinguishable from each other). From infatuation to saturation, from wonder to distrust, the platform created by Eric S. Yuan has been the subject of much discussion. Zoom’s founder will provide an unvarnished history of a uniquely eventful year and what's to come with the hybrid workforce.   [https://press.vivatechnology.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/1622055975_dan.png] Dan Schulman, CEO - PayPal Dan Schulman is focused on democratizing and transforming financial services and e-commerce to improve the financial health of billions of people, families and businesses around the world. With extensive experience in payments and mobile technology, Dan is leading PayPal to reimagine how people move and manage money, and how merchants and consumers interact and transact. Under Dan, PayPal has been recognized as a TIME 100 Most Influential Company, and as a Fortune Change the World company. Recently, he was named to Fortune’s 2021 list of the World’s 50 Greatest Leaders, and received the 2020 RFK Ripple of Hope Award.   [https://press.vivatechnology.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/1622056008_eric.jpg]                 Eric S. Yuan, Founder & CEO - Zoom Eric Yuan managed to disrupt our daily lives when he founded Zoom in 2011 with the  democratization of videoconferencing and technology. Today, he continues to radically transform the way individuals and large global companies communicate – a truly forward-looking vision of the future of work.                         …..Stay tuned, more to come! Press accreditation “full pass” and “online” is now open  To register : https://press.vivatechnology.com/press-accreditation/ [https://press.vivatechnology.com/press-accreditation/]

Paris, Tuesday 13th April 2021 - Viva Technology has today released its «Top 100 Future Unicorns», a list of the 100 most promising scale-ups in Europe (including UK and Israel). These are companies with high potential in the tech sector, having the attributes to reach a potential valuation of $1 billion or more in the near future. This list was drawn up by Viva Technology, the number one startup and tech event in Europe, in partnership with investment bank GP Bullhound, with contributions from five of the world’s most reputable investment funds: Accel, Balderton, IdInvest, Partech and NorthZone and the support of the Les Echos Group. Julie Ranty, Managing Director of Viva Technology, said: «This Top100 scale-ups list demonstrates the extraordinary potential of European technology and its influence as a leading technology hub. The pandemic we have been going through for over a year has highlighted the importance of digital and innovation in continuing to move forward, turning challenges into opportunities to evolve many sectors. The challenge now is to support these European digital champions towards success, the main challenges that await them being access to larger rounds of financing, strengthening collaboration with corporates, recruiting talent, international development and the ability to have a positive impact on society.» Manish Madhvani, Managing Partner of GP Bullhound said: «Entrepreneurs and investors can be proud to have created more than 112 European unicorns since 2000. As we go through one of the most difficult times in our history, the world realises how much we depend on technology and the ambition of visionaries to turn innovative ideas into reality. It is essential to support these leaders by facilitating their access to capital, talent and internationalisation for them to realize their ambitions and ensure their growth. With this list, we see all the potential presented by the European ecosystem.” Key facts: * 16 Countries * Top 3 countries: UK (24 scale-ups), France (21 scale-ups), Germany (15 scale-ups) in line with the size of ecosystems in these countries * Note the solidity of the Nordic ecosystem (Norway, Sweden, Finland) with 18 scale-ups * The top 3 sectors represented * The software/cloud sector tops the list * The fintech sector is in second place * Followed by the e-commerce sector * Average total funds raised: EUR156,000,000. * Average valuation of these scale-ups: EUR377,000,000 * Average growth in the number of employees over the last 12 months: 29% * Average number of employees: 396   The main criteria for the Top 100 Future Tech Unicorns list is: * Growth and growth potential * Fundraises * Growth in employee number * Geographical distribution in the selection process * The ability to have a positive impact on society Viva Technology created a series of conferences this year entirely dedicated to the theme of Scaling Up: * The most promising scale-ups will be awarded on-stage as part of the «Next Unicorn Award 2021» at the event. * GP Bullhound, in partnership with Viva Technology, will publish the 2021 edition of its report «Titans of Tech» to coincide with the event. For the eighth consecutive year, this will analyse the growth of the major European technology companies and highlight several key players in its ecosystem with the potential to achieve the status of «Titan» - a valuation of more than 50 billion dollars.     Read more [https://drive.google.com/file/d/11Y74b2x96bhM1Ak8qWemWL-4CnE1-JH4/view]

Paris, 13 April 2021 - VivaTech, Europe's biggest startup and tech event, is back 16-19 June in a new hybrid format, at Paris Porte de Versailles and online, for four days of reconnection and revival through innovation. This year, VivaTech seeks more than ever to continue playing its role as a global catalyst for digital transformation and startup growth. The 2021 edition will be a strong marker of recovery at the European level: it will facilitate meetings and collaborations between innovation and technology players, to accelerate their transformation and offer growth opportunities to startups for a responsible and inclusive society.   For Julie Ranty, VivaTech's CEO: "The co-presidents - Maurice Lévy, Pierre Louette, and myself - want to make VivaTech 2021 a strong marker of economic recovery at the European level.  More than ever, innovation and tech are playing a decisive role in rebuilding our economies and creating a more sustainable society. We are convinced that these meetings and interactions will create new business and growth opportunities for large companies and startups. Many of our partners have already renewed their trust in us and our teams are continuing their incredible work to make this edition a success." A new generation of events to reach larger audiences, in complete safety   1- A unique digital experience   This year, VivaTech is developing an engaging digital universe, combining a new concept of conference channels inspired by the codes of television and social networks; a networking platform powered by data-matching as well as spontaneous exchanges (networking rooms and a random meeting module with text and video chat); and an immersive showcase of the latest innovations (+500 innovations modeled in 3D/AR and immersive showrooms).   2- The power of gathering together in-person   At the same time, Europe's biggest startup and tech event remains convinced of the power of physical gatherings and the kind of human connection that comes only from face-to-face meetings. Starting 16 June and over four days, VivaTech is returning with a 25,000 sq-metre space in Paris at the Porte de Versailles. Enhanced by its new hybrid format, VivaTech will welcome more than 500 exhibitors, in strict compliance with health measures (attendance gauge, wearing of masks...).       3- Multiplexes on three continents, for programming around the world   In 2021 VivaTech is also strengthening its international presence by organizing and broadcasting three multiplexes in major global tech hubs – Southeast Asia,  North America, and Africa – with local guests and content to build bridges between Europe and these global tech ecosystems.   4- Year-round content production   Another new feature: VivaTech is producing or co-producing content in new formats throughout the year, such as the VivaTech Tour, a weekly 100%-online magazine that explores tech ecosystems around the world and promotes collaboration among global players. Other formats include a recurring Ask Me Anything with VivaTech keynote speakers, in collaboration with Reddit, and the co-production of a web series on impactful innovations, with Brut.   Many major French and international partners have already confirmed their support for the new format.   The founding partners – BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste, LVMH, and Orange – but also EDF, EY, Huawei, ManpowerGroup, Mobilize (a Groupe Renault brand), RATP Group, Sanofi, Air Liquide, Capgemini, Clear Channel, Engie, Facebook, Groupe Bouygues, HPE, Klaxoon, KPMG, McKinsey & Company, Microsoft, Royal Canin, Swisstech, Veolia, and many others have already confirmed their presence.   The same is true for the territories coming to share the wealth of their ecosystem and boost their development:   – International Pavilion: Algeria, Brussels (Belgium), Cameroon, Canada, Democratic Republic of Congo, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Quebec, Senegal, South Korea, Switzerland, Tunisia, Wallonia (Belgium), and prestigious organizations such as UNESCO and the Presidential Council for Africa   – Around ten regions of France will be present at VivaTech, with eight of them already confirmed. Our major partners Ile de France Region, Occitania and Région Sud will be joined by Région Grand Est, Normandy, Nouvelle Aquitaine, Pays de la Loire, and the Overseas France network, and we are also counting on the participation of La French Tech, MGP and Business France.   Five major themes will drive the four days of VivaTech through inspiring debates, showcasing new innovations, and business meetings     1 - Technology at the service of the planet   Is unlimited and free energy possible? Can tech help us produce and consume responsibly? What will the cities of the future look like? How will we feed ourselves and move around in 50 years? VivaTech will present a series of programs to address the environmental challenges of the 21st century.   This year VivaTech will launch the FAMAE contest, showcasing sustainable innovations in six areas - food, waste, water, real estate, energy, mobility – and we will see some great innovations from startups and research laboratories such as Solar Stratos, the first two-seater commercial solar airplane; FARM3, a leading ultroponic technology and device company which develops high-yield vertical farms for the production of more environmentally friendly fruits and vegetables; and Wind My Roof, a roof-mounted wind turbine to generate your own electricity.   Lastly, VivaTech is committed to offsetting 100% of its carbon emissions and is launching the VivaTech Pact, a multi-partner CSR commitment charter that aims to coordinate the impact-reducing actions of VivaTech suppliers, partners and visitors.     2 - Technology at the service of society   In association with UNESCO, VivaTech is using its expertise in open innovation and collaboration with startups to provide concrete solutions to some of the major challenges UNESCO has identified: using AI to conserve biodiversity and preserve the planet; fighting discrimination and reducing gender bias in AI; and providing access to information in low-resource languages by breaking down the language barrier through data and AI.   Let's also note two initiatives to promote the place of women in tech:   * Back for its third edition, we have the Female Founder Challenge, in partnership with 50inTech, Société Générale, Clear Channel and AXA. The winners will gain direct access to the largest investors to accelerate the growth of their startups.   * We're also launching the Mega Women & Girls in Tech initiative, the largest intergenerational collective of women and girls in technology, with the support of BNP Paribas, Simplon and Digital Ladies & Allies, and in partnership with all the networks and groups of women in tech.   Finally, because young people are particularly affected by the health and economic crisis, VivaTech is developing with Openclassrooms a free training program for 1,000 young people excluded from digital access and employment. The program will be presented in-person on Saturday as well as online.   3 - "Tech to Watch", tracking the innovations shaping tomorrow's world   A trailblazer for emerging trends, VivaTech will present the latest advances in health alongside the latest innovations in genetics and biotechnology. A deep dive into the quantum universe and cybersecurity and some robotics demos will provide a glimpse into what the machines of tomorrow will look like. The booming “New Space” economy and space exploration will also be on the agenda, along with a program dedicated to the impact of digital on art, music, and culture in general.   We’re delighted to present Grow your own Cloud, an organization reimagining data storage with nature as key and leveraging research backed by the UN and the World Economic Forum; CAPS, an autonomous flying capsule for reinvented urban mobility; SPOT, an agile robot that navigates terrain with unprecedented mobility; and Video Window, the latest tinted-glass technology capable of adjusting transparency and displaying content on low-power screens through solar energy.   4- Scaling up, to accelerate the emergence of European tech champions   VivaTech proudly presents the Scale-Up Europe initiative, launched by French President Emmanuel Macron, which brings together more than 150 scaleup founders, investors, researchers, business leaders and institutions and aims to accelerate the emergence of European technology champions. A summary of their recommendations will be presented to the French President at VivaTech so they can be taken up to the European level, particularly in the context of the French presidency of the EU in 2022.   Also, VivaTech is releasing Top 100 Scaleups 2021, a list of 100 European scaleups selected for their potential as future unicorns, in partnership with five major international funds investing in Europe – Accel, Balderton, Idinvest, Northzone and Partech – along with technology advisory and investment firm GP Bullhound. This list will be used to select the finalists for the VivaTech Next Unicorn Awards ceremony taking place 18 June.   5- Future of Work and digital transformation for economic recovery   In light of the major upheavals over the past year, the Future of Work is a burning topic that will be considered from all angles at VivaTech. We'll look at the impact of teleworking on individual organizations but also more broadly on corporate culture. We'll examine the lasting changes to how we work, and to how companies have had to adapt and innovate in terms of managing their workforce. And we'll look at the imaginative ways in which the digital and startup space is coping with and adapting to the effects of the health crisis and pivoting to new business models.   We'll also share the latest innovations we've spotted, such as La vitre, an immersive video portal which acts as an extension of the physical world for teleconferencing; Sense Glove, a Dutch startup that offers VR gloves with haptic feedback to make the virtual seem more real; Reachy, a 3D-printed, open-source, remotely controllable robot which is capable of image and voice recognition and which can manipulate objects with precision; and Didimo, which allows 3D human faces to be modeled from a single selfie in 90 seconds.   The platform is now open for press accreditation on 16, 17, 18 and 19 June 2021! 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Ahead of its hybrid edition in June, Viva Technology is launching a new worldwide virtual VivaTech Tour. This 100%-digital weekly program, which kicks off February 18, sets out to discover 10 international tech hubs that are the innovation centres of today and tomorrow. A digital magazine The VivaTech Tour is morphing into a full-fledged digital magazine. Hosted by Asha Sumputh – journalist, entrepreneur, inspiring speaker and tech specialist – each 50-minute episode offers recurring and varied sections (fireside chat, startup pitch, expertise, demos,...). These 12 events invite us to discover the most innovative ecosystems of our world. During each episode, an in-depth discussion will highlight a different theme (Is it the right time to grow? What are the growth prospects for certain sectors such as finance, luxury goods? etc.).  And each episode is aimed at the entire VivaTech community: startups, corporate actors, VCs... "This new format remains entirely faithful to our mission to showcase innovative international ecosystems,” explains Julie Ranty, CEO of Viva Technology. “These 12 episodes of the VivaTech Tour give a voice to the entire tech community, and they help to build bridges between the various players. This new weekly event provides an opportunity to cross-fertilise and inspire the innovation talents of today and tomorrow".   The first episode will be broadcast on February 18, 2021 and will highlight the dynamic Israeli tech ecosystem. This will be followed, on a weekly basis, by 11 other events leading up to the fifth edition of VivaTech, the catalyst for business transformation, startup growth and innovation for the common good, which takes place June 16-19, 2021. The United States, China, Africa and France are all ecosystems that will be explored during this new VivaTech Tour. To discover the 12 stages of this cycle and to participate in it, please visit https://vivatechnology.com/vivatech-tour/

Paris, April 8, 2020 - In the current context of the global pandemic related to COVID-19, Viva Technology, Europe’s biggest startup and tech event, has been forced to postpone its next edition until May-June of next year.   Following the cancellation of the edition scheduled for June 11-13, 2020, various scenarios have been studied, in consultation with the major partners of the event. Faced with the uncertainty of how the crisis will evolve, the conditions cannot be met for a postponement to autumn 2020 in the same format that led to the success of the four previous editions. To support the recovery, all energies will be concentrated on the spring 2021 edition.   For Julie Ranty, CEO of VivaTech: “Given the changing situation, Co-Presidents Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette and I regret having to postpone the fifth edition to spring 2021. All the various stakeholders in the economy need to ensure the resumption of their post-COVID-crisis activities, and we understand and respect their imperatives. The fifth edition in 2021 will be the culmination of a renewed dynamism and enthusiasm. For the time being, our thoughts are with all those affected by the pandemic and with all those who are courageously fighting to overcome this unprecedented crisis."   Aware of the impact of the cancellation of the event in 2020, especially for startups, Julie Ranty adds : “The VivaTech team has been actively working with its partners to continue serving as a facilitator of open innovation and supporting the ecosystem in this difficult period.”   Since its creation, VivaTech has been questioning the role of technology, focusing on tech’s contribution to the major challenges facing our society and its ability to positively accelerate change. This mission will be all the more useful and crucial in a post-global crisis context where the relationship with tech will have radically changed.   The 2021 edition will position itself more than ever as a unifying event for all the innovation players – resolutely human, participating in the revival of business activity in Europe, encouraging positive innovation. Serving the common good is a vision dear to VivaTech and its founding partners.

Paris, March 19, 2020 - Given the evolution and the gravity of the situation regarding COVID-19, the fifth edition of Viva Technology, Europe’s biggest startup and tech event, will not take place June 11-13. Alternative solutions are being studied, in concertation with the main partners of the event, and will be announced soon. The containment measures decreed by the national authorities in France now make it impossible to prepare and organize the event on the dates originally planned. Especially since, as announced, the containment is likely to be extended as has been the case in China and Italy. VivaTech's priority is to guarantee the health and safety of visitors, partners and staff and to show solidarity and responsibility in the face of this health crisis. According to Julie Ranty, VivaTech’s Managing Director, “The co-Presidents, Maurice Lévy and Pierre Louette, and I are unable to maintain our June event in this context, given that everyone's health and safety is our first priority. We are studying alternatives. This complex period pushes us to be even more flexible and creative. For the time being our thoughts are with all those affected by the disease and with all the businesses who are going through this crisis. We thank all of our partners who have renewed their support and commitment to building the next edition with us. ”

Paris, March 9, 2020 - Viva Technology, Europe’s leading startup and tech event, publishes today “Top 100 Scaleups”, its list of the 100 most promising scaleups in Europe (including Israel), unveiling the high-potential companies that have a legitimate prospect of becoming unicorns in the near future, with a valuation of €1 billion or more.   This list [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ofhsrfCMvCTROc3ZQ11K4KVj22WXThAp/view?usp=sharing] https://drive.google.com/drive/my-drivewas established by VivaTech in partnership with leading investment and advisory firm GP Bullhound, in collaboration with five of the most renowned international investors: Accel, Balderton, IdInvest, Partech and NorthZone.   Julie Ranty, Managing Director of VivaTech commented: "This list illustrates the potential of the European continent, which is in full acceleration. The challenge now is to create European digital champions, capable of competing at a global level and upholding our vision of innovation.  The key challenges that await them are access to financing rounds of several tens of millions of euros, access to talent, international development and the management of hypergrowth.”   Manish Madhvani, Managing Partner of GP Bullhound, added: “European entrepreneurs and investors should be justifiably proud of their achievements in creating over 100 billion dollar companies since 2000. With funding and experienced talent in strong supply - we must continue to raise ambition levels. It is clear from this list that the next cohort of Flagship tech companies is even stronger than previous ones.”   Key insights: * Of the 19 countries represented: * The top 3 countries are: the UK (31 scaleups), France (22 scaleups), Germany (16 scaleups) in line with the size of the ecosystems in these countries. * The Nordic ecosystem (Norway, Sweden, Finland) represented by 10 scaleups, a testament to its leading position in Europe’s tech scene. * 18 sectors are represented, including: * The "software/cloud" sector, which comes in first place. (22 companies out of 100) * The fintech sector is in second place (21 companies out of 100), followed by the advertising / communications sector (10 companies out of 100). * Only 13 women founders or board members of scaleups featured in the list, underlining the challenges facing female founders at start-up level. The list was compiled by considering the following factors: * revenues after 3 years, * growth potential, * capital raised * growth of employee base * The selection also ensured a balanced geographical distribution, taking into account additional criteria relating to impact, and diversity of management teams. These insights come ahead of VivaTech, taking place June 11-13 in Paris, which will feature a series of sessions entirely dedicated to the theme Scaling Up: * The most promising scaleups will be rewarded on stage at the event, receiving the "Next Unicorn Award". * GP Bullhound will publish the 2020 edition of its "Titans of Tech" report on June 11 in partnership with VivaTech. About GP Bullhound - GP Bullhound is a leading technology advisory and investment firm, providing transaction advice and capital to the world’s best entrepreneurs and founders. Founded in 1999, the firm today has offices in London, San Francisco, Stockholm, Berlin, Manchester, Paris, Hong Kong, Madrid and New York. For more information, please visit www.gpbullhound.com [http://www.gpbullhound.com/] Press Contact GP Bullhound : press@gpbullhound.com [press@gpbullhound.com]

Paris, March 9, 2020 - Viva Technology, Europe’s leading startup and tech event, is back again from June 11th to 13th, making Paris the tech capital for three days of networking and innovation.  VivaTech is aware of the evolving coronavirus situation and our thoughts are with all those who are affected around the world. As VivaTech is scheduled to take place more than three months from now, the current dates stand, June 11-13. The health and safety of our visitors, partners and teams is our first priority. VivaTech management will continue to be in regular contact with the relevant authorities to enable us to follow and to comply with all of their recommendations. The entire VivaTech team is working hard to make sure this 5th edition will be a resounding success.   Viva Technology, the event created by Publicis Groupe and Les Echos-Le Parisien Group, has risen to the top of European tech events and occupies a prominent place on the calendars of world leaders in technology, innovation and startups. We are very grateful to all those who made this success possible: our teams, our partners-exhibitors, our great speakers. We are proud to have welcomed to our stages Jack Ma, Satya Nadella, Ginni Rometty, Eric Schmidt, Mark Zuckerberg, French Presidents François Hollande and Emmanuel Macron, and other major world leaders, in addition to our founding partners without whom none of this would have been possible: BNP Paribas, Google, LVMH, La Poste and Orange.   For our fifth edition VivaTech wants to go further by being an even more eco-responsible event, by giving an even more important place to women, and by promoting the emergence of scale-ups and the development of startups. In the last case, many emerging companies have succeeded in concluding contracts or financing thanks to VivaTech. Our ambition is to strengthen the global dimension of our event and to continue to be a leading platform for the world of startups and for the whole ecosystem of innovation and Artificial Intelligence, for the benefit of humanity.   Five thematic pillars will provide the structure during the three days of VivaTech this June, with inspiring debates, new tech innovations and networking moments. 1 - Technology for the planet  VivaTech engages alongside UNESCO, bringing our know-how in open innovation and in collaboration with startups. VivaTech is launching an exclusive startup challenge to support UNESCO’s mission and provide concrete solutions to some of the major challenges facing humanity. Three challenges will be addressed: - Risk reduction from natural disasters linked to climate change - The fight against disinformation through the use of artificial intelligence - The protection of World Heritage via its digitalization in order to make it accessible to all.  This challenge illustrates our conviction that greater cooperation between the actors of the world of tomorrow is urgent and necessary to face major global challenges. A “Hack for Good” Hackathon will bring together more than 500 participants from around the world for 36 hours to tackle environmental and societal challenges. * The "XTC Challenge" backed by Samsung and its partners. This international startup competition will reward innovations aligned with the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, with an endowment of US$1 million. The FAMAE Foundation's "Food For Good" challenge will distinguish an innovative solution that offers a sustainable and healthy diet for all. * Two new Parks, Greentech Park and Smart Cities Park, will present concrete solutions to address the challenges of combating global warming and living better in cities, with support from technology. * Innovations will include Hydraloop, a domestic waste water recycling solution; Merveilloeufs, the very first ready-to-use, vegetable-and-mineral-based egg substitute; and The Tower Garden of Urban Picking, a vegetable tower 10 times more productive than what’s possible with conventional methods. * Among the leading experts onstage: Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of Lanzatech, Gunter Pauli, economist and director of the Zeri Institute, and Bertrand Piccard, explorer and president of the Solar Impulse Foundation   2 - Diversity and inclusion: Bringing decision-makers together to accelerate change * VivaTech is setting up an Equality Lounge, a space for pitching, coaching, mentoring and networking to encourage and accelerate the career paths of women entrepreneurs. * Back for its second edition, the "Female Founder Challenge", in partnership with 50inTech, offers the winners a chance to connect with the largest investors to accelerate the growth of their startups. * Some inclusive innovations will also be showcased: Kurage (CNRS), a functional electro-stimulation solution for people with paralysis; Lexilife's pulsed light lamp that makes reading easier for people with Dyslexia; Esper Bionics, a new generation of intuitive, intelligent and affordable robotic prosthetic hands; and a VR experience from Chaos, offering a dive into the mysterious world of the human brain and boosting awareness of psychic disorders.   3 - Deep tech, breakthrough innovations and the potential to transform our societies * As part of its strategic partnership with VivaTechnology, McKinsey & Company is publishing a series of articles looking at six areas of technology that are potentially the most disruptive: Quantum Computing, Connectivity &5G, Cloud computing, Cybersecurity, AI and Digital ID. * Among the innovations to discover at VivaTech this year: Clinatech's Brain Computer Interface project, which drives a thought-by-thought exoskeleton; SideROS (CNRS) for the treatment of resistant or recurring cancers; and AlienGo from Unitree, a robot capable of negotiating complex terrain. Also not to be missed: MindScent innovation developed by Guerlain in partnership with researchers from Nantes captures our emotions thanks to a neural helmet allowing us to find the fragrance that best suits our desires of the moment. * On the speakers’ side, VivaTech's stages will host Bo Ewald, President and CEO of ColdQuanta; Anne Martel, COO of Element AI; and Kalina Raskin, Managing Director of CEEBIOS 4 - Mobility, moving ourselves into the future * Mobility will be in the spotlight with the top 10 startups in the final of the "European Startup Prize for Mobility", supported by the European Commission and the European Parliament. * There will also be an opportunity to discover concrete solutions such as CAPS, a mobile aerial capsule that transports people from one station to another and allows them to reserve through an app;  Tee Bike, a wheel that allows any bike to become electric; and a new approach to urban logistics with the Fleasy cargo aircraft drone. * Citroen, Accor and JCDecaux are teaming up to launch the world premiere of “The Urban Collectif”, promising totally new kinds of urban experiences.   5 - European digital champions: Showcasing the most promising scaleups in Europe * VivaTech, in partnership with five major international investment funds (Accel, Balderton, Idinvest, Northzone and Partech) and investment bank GP Bullhound, is for the first time publishing “Top 100 Scaleups”, a list [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ofhsrfCMvCTROc3ZQ11K4KVj22WXThAp/view?usp=sharing] of 100 scaleups selected from 19 countries that have been identified as having the potential to become future unicorns. From this list will be drawn the finalists for the VivaTech "Next Unicorn Awards", in the context of our "Scaling up" conference track. * VivaTech will welcome onstage Julia Bosch, Founder and CEO of Outfittery; and Jean-Charles Samuelian, Co-Founder and CEO of Alan; and Tao Tao, COO of GetYourGuide. Also not to be missed are sessions on democracy, data, the role of digital in the arts and culture, and the launch of the 30Best label, created by VivaTech to reward the best hardware innovations. More room for networking: A new Marketing Village brings together leading companies offering Martech and Adtech solutions, and an enlarged Investors lounge opens in 2020 to promote meetings between the most promising startups and the best international VCs. VivaTech adds to its ever-growing and prestigious list of partners for this fifth edition: * Platinum : BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste, LVMH, Orange * Gold : Accor, Atos, Citroën, EDF, EY, French-German Tech Lab, HPE, Huawei, L’Oréal, ManpowerGroup, Microsoft, MiSK Foundation, RATP Group, Région Centre-Val de Loire, Région Sud, Salesforce, Sanofi, SNCF, Total, VINCI Energies * Silver : Air Liquide, Axa, Capgemini, Dell Technologies, Engie, Facebook, Groupe Bouygues, IBM, JCDecaux, Klaxoon, KPMG, McKinsey & Company, Num-Alim, Oracle, Royal Canin , Samsung, Veolia, Volkswagen We. * Among the many partners joining VivaTech for the first time this year: Dassault Systèmes, European Investment Bank, Novartis, and Procter & Gamble  Among the first top speakers announced: * Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman & CEO, L’Oreal; Bernard Arnault, Chairman & CEO, LVMH; Mitchell Baker, Chairwoman & interim CEO, Mozilla; Sébastien Bazin, Chairman & CEO, Accor; Megan Clarken, CEO, Criteo; Vincent Cobée, Citroën Brand CEO, PSA Group; Jean-Pierre Farandou, Chairman & CEO, SNCF; Catherine Guillouard, Chairman & CEO, RATP Group; Ken Hu, Deputy Chairman, Rotating Chairman, Huawei; Paul Hudson, CEO, Sanofi; Jean-Bernard Lévy, Chairman & CEO, EDF; Patrick Pouyanné, Chairman & CEO, Total; Stéphane Richard, Chairman & CEO, Orange; Ginni Rometty, Chairman, President & CEO, IBM; Brad Smith, President, Microsoft; Young Sohn, Corporate President and Chief Strategy Officer, Samsung Electronics; and Evan Spiegel, Founder & CEO, Snap VivaTech strengthens its international dimension with the Afric@Tech zone and several new country pavilions: * Making their debut at VivaTech: Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ghana, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Tunisia * Also attending: Algeria, Armenia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, European Commission, Germany, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Morocco, Quebec, Senegal, South Africa, South Korea, Switzerland, and Taiwan Numerous regions of France will highlight the benefits of their ecosystems: * Métropole du Grand Paris; Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes; Région Bourgogne-Franche-Comté; Région Centre-Val de Loire; Région Grand Est; Région Hauts-de-France; Région Île-de-France; Région Normandie; Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine; Région Occitanie; Région Pays de la Loire; Région Sud; Outre-Mer Network

Viva Technology 2020 will once again take over Porte de Versailles in Paris. Next year, the annual rendezvous will celebrate its 5th anniversary from June 11 to 13, 2020 by bringing together even more startups, star speakers, investors, major corporates, tech giants and visitors from all over the world and making Paris a tech capital for 3 days. The challenge to expand was met in 2019, with the addition of a second hall and a large conference stage, breaking new records for visitor attendance and satisfaction. Building on this success, VivaTech will once again host Hall 1, 2 and the Dôme de Paris to welcome even more international visitors in 2020.   What they say about VivaTech: “I always make sure to come to VivaTech because this is a great chance to celebrate the promise of technology.“ - Ginni Rometty, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer,   IBM “VivaTech is a great place to get into contact very easily with top business leaders, and share knowledge and experience. It was my first time at VivaTech, we won a prize [from the Next European Unicorn Awards] and I met the president of France. It’s been a crazy experience.” - Thomas Plantenga, Chief Executive Officer, Vinted, and the winner of the Next European Unicorn Awards, B2C category, www.vivatechnology.com/news/next-european-unicornawards-fi nd-out-about-the-winners/ VivaTech 2019 by numbers       • 124,000 visitors       • 3,300 investors       • 13,000 startups The unmissable event in Europe for global technology. To relive VivaTech 2019 in pictures and meet our fantastic speakers: https://vivatechnology.com/media/videos/ Have a nice summer everyone! 

A 24% attendance increase over last year, comprising 125 nationalities, more than 450 speakers, and more than 13,000 startups With even more innovations, prestigious international partners and inspiring speakers for its fourth edition, Viva Technology has exceeded all expectations and confirmed its standing as an unmissable stop on the international tech calendar. Paris, 19 May 2019 – UNPRECEDENTED PARTICIPATION FROM TOP SPEAKERS AND GAME-CHANGERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD Viva Technology was honoured to be inaugurated by French president Emmanuel Macron, who on the evening prior to the opening day had welcomed French and international technology leaders at the “Tech for Good” summit. Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and Senegal’s President Macky Sall also graced VivaTech with their presence and their participation. The world’s top innovation leaders were on hand. In more than 150 sessions, some 450 speakers – entrepreneurs, leading business figures, investors, academics – discussed the impact of tech on the economy and society. Among them: Jack Ma (Alibaba Group) - Ginni Rometty (IBM) - Antonio Neri (HPE) - Ken Hu (Huawei) - Garry Kasparov (Avast Security Ambassador and former world chess champion) - Young Sohn (Samsung) - three European commissioners: Margrethe Vestager (European Commissioner for Competition), Carlos Moedas (European Commissioner for Research, Science and Innovation) and Pierre Moscovici (European Commissioner for Economic and Financial Affairs, Taxation and Customs). And also : Jean-Paul Agon (L’Oréal) - Anousheh Ansari (X-PRIZE) - Bernard Arnault (LVMH) - Jacques Aschenbroich (Valeo)- Andy Baldwin (EY) - Sébastien Bazin (Accor) - Sophie Bellon (Sodexo) - Julia Bijaoui (Frichti) - Thierry Bolloré (Renault) - - Usain Bolt (Médaillé olympique) - Thierry Breton (Atos) - Matt Brittin (Google) - Thomas Buberl (Axa) - Pascal Cagni (Business France) - Patrice Caine (Thales) - Flora Coleman (TransferWise) - Jean-Philippe Courtois (Microsoft) - Alex Dayon (Salesforce) - Philippe de Chanville (ManoMano) - Daniel Dines (UiPath) - Pierre Dubuc (OpenClassrooms) - Xavier Durand (Aircall) - Börje Ekholm (Ericsson) - Gerri Elliott (Cisco) - Clémence Franc (Novagray)- Jacquelline Fuller (Google.org) - Catherine Guillouard (RATP) - Sophie Heller (BNPP) - Mehdi Houas (Talan) - Xavier Huillard (Vinci) - Linda Jackson (Groupe PSA) - John Kerry (former Secretary of the State of the United States) - Omar Khan (Magic Leap) - Casper Klynge (Tech Ambassador for Denmark) - Marie Kyle (Bima) - Isabelle Kocher (Engie) - Yann Le Cun (Facebook) - Bernard Liautaud (Balderton) - Dr Kai Fu Lee (Sinovation Ventures) - Carine Magescas (AngelPad) - Frédéric Mazzella (BlaBlaCar) - Sébastien Missoff e (Google) - Vas Narasimhan (Novartis) - Ameet Nathwani (Sanofi ) - Nunu Ntshingila (Facebook) - Emily Orton (Darktrace) - Melanie Perkins (Canva) - Thomas Plantenga (Vinted) - Jonas Prising (ManpowerGroup) - Marc Pritchard (P&G) - Stéphane Richard (Orange) - Holly Ridings (Nasa) - Eva Sadoun (LITA.co) - Amnon Shashua (Mobileye) - Kevin Sneader (McKinsey) - Yair Snir (Dell Technologies) - Nik Storonsky (Revolut) - Jean Todt (FIA) - Roxanne Varza (Station F) - Cédric Villani (mathématicien et député) - Martin Villig (Bolt.EU) - Natalia Vodianova (Elbi) - Philippe Wahl (La Poste) - Jimmy Wales (Wikipedia) - Keith Weed (Unilever) - Yonatan Winetraub (SpaceIL) - Bedy Yang (500 Startups). Discussions focussed on major trends shaping the world of tomorrow, delving into artificial Intelligence, 5G, blockchain, quantum computing, connected healthcare, the new space race, mobility, the environment…. Among the main thematic pillars of this fourth edition of VivaTech: - Tech for Good: Examining how to make technology work for the common good and have a positive PRESS RELEASE impact, with a reenactment on the opening day of VivaTech of the commitments from the Tech for Good Summit the previous evening at the Élysée Palace - United Tech of Europe: Building an ecosystem to rival the American and Asian tech juggernauts and helping European startups to achieve the scale of giants - Women in Tech: Remedying the persistent underrepresentation of women in tech and startups? - Jobs: Supporting entrepreneurs in overcoming one of their main challenges, hiring the right talent - AfricaTech: Exploring the tech opportunities for the African continent Acting members of the French government were among the many personalities attending VivaTech in 2019: Elisabeth Borne, Minister in charge of Transport; Sophie CLUZEL, Secrétaire d’Etat chargée des personnes handicapées; Gérald Darmanin, Minister of Action and Public Accounts; Bruno Le Maire, Minister of Economy and Finance; Florence Parly, Minister of Defence; Muriel Pénicaud, Minister of Labour; Brune Poirson, Secretary of State to the Minister of State, Minister for Ecological and Solidarity Transition; François de Rugy, Minister of State, Minister for Ecological and Solidarity Transition; Marlène Schiappa, Secretary of State to the Prime Minister, in charge of gender equality and the fight against discrimination; Frédérique Vidal, Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation; Emmanuelle Wargon, Secretary of State, Minister for Ecological and Solidarity Transition. Cédric O, Secretary of State in Charge of Digital, was in attendance with his cabinet for all three days of VivaTech. Other important French political figures were also present: Xavier Bertrand, President of the Hauts-deFrance Region; François Bonneau, President of the Centre Val de Loire Region; Christian Estrosi, Mayor of Nice; Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris; François Hollande, former President of France; Lilla Merabet, VicePresident of the Grand-Est Region; Patrick Molinoz, Vice-President of the Bourgogne-Franche Comté Region; Renaud Muselier, President of the Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur Region; Patrick Ollier, President of the Grand Paris Metropolitan Area; Valérie Pécresse, President of the Ile-De-France Region; and Nadia Pellefigue, Vice-President of the Occitanie Region, Jean Rottner, President of the Grand Est Region Numerous international politicians also visited VivaTech: Hakob Arshakia, Minister of Telecoms and IT, Armenia; David Gruen, Deputy Secretary of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, Australia; Chenmeta Kan, Secretary of State of Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications, Cambodia; Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, Canada; Dorothée Bär, Minister of Digital, Germany; Ajay Prakash Sawhney, Secretary to the Ministry of de Electronic and IT, India; M. Rudiantara Minister of Communication and Information, Indonesia; Marco Bellezza, Legal Advisor on Communication and Digital Innovation to the Deputy Prime Minister, Italy; Yoshihiko Sozaki, State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japan; Yukari Sato, State Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications, Japan; Moulay Hafid El Alamy, Minister of Industry, Investment, Commerce and Digital Economy, Morocco; Prince Constantin van Oranje, the Netherlands; Ndiaye Diop’, Minister of Digital Economy, Sénégal; Pyung-oh Kwon, President and CEO of Kotra, South Korea; Stina Billinger, Secretary of State for Industry and Innovations, Sweden; Martina Hirayama, State Secretary of Training, Research and Innovation (SEFRI), Switzerland; Yu-Chin HSU, Deputy Minister for Science and Technology, Taiwan; Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and the Future, United Arab Emirates; Omar Al Olama, Minister of State Minister of State for AI, United Arab Emirates; Jeremy Wright, Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, United Kingdom; Michael Kratsios, Deputy Chief Technology Officer and Deputy Assistant to the President for Technology Policy at the White House, United States. A total of 21 countries and territories presented their startup ecosystem: Belgium, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Morocco, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia with the Misk Foundation, South Korea, Sweden, United Kingdom, Wallonia. 11 countries and territories attended VivaTech for the first time: Algeria, Armenia with UGAB, Brazil, China (Shanghai and Nanjing), Denmark, DRC, Mauritius, Senegal, Spain, Quebec, Taiwan. Africa was an honored guest at Vivatech again this year with a dedicated program track, the presence of 160 startups from the continent, and the Africatech Lab with Sanofi, Total, Vinci Energies and Société Générale. EXCEPTIONAL VISIBILITY ON SOCIAL MEDIA VivaTech’s footprint extended far beyond the Porte de Versailles in Paris, reaching a total of 231 million people from 16th to 18th May 2019 (+100% over last year!) in more than 130 countries. Content created by VivaTech on the Internet received more than 3 billion unique views in only three days! A record for this type of event. A SUCCESS CO-CREATED WITH VIVATECH’S MAJOR PARTNERS Viva Technology shares the success of this fourth edition with its major partners and extends its appreciation for their deep commitment, particularly with regard to the startups that they welcomed on their booths: Platinum Partners since the very beginning: BNP Paribas, Google, La Poste, LVMH, and Orange; Gold Partners: Accor, Atos, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Cisco, EDF, EY, HPE, Huawei, L’Oréal, ManpowerGroup, RATP Group, Sanofi, SAP, SNCF, Sodexo, TF1 Groupe, Thales, Valeo, Vinci Energies, the Centre-Val de Loire Region and the Région Sud and also : Air Liquide, Alibaba, Axa, Bouygues Group, Capgemini, Citroën, Dell Technologies, Engie, Facebook, IBM, Intel, JCDecaux, KPMG, Microsoft, Misk Foundation, Oracle, Renault, Samsung, Salesforce, Talan and Total Special Partners: Amazon Web Services (AWS), EY, ManpowerGroup, McKinsey & Company, Nielsen and the Ile de-France-Region EVEN MORE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES With more than 13,000 startups at VivaTech and some 2,300 showcased or pitching, even more innovative young companies were drawn to VivaTech this year. There was a visible increase in the quality of the startups present in the Labs, country pavilions and corners, and a heightened presence of more mature startups. Three-thousand-three-hundred VCs came to VivaTech in 2019, a dramatic increase over 2018 (+50%), among them the world’s most active venture funds (Accel, Balderton, Softbank Vision Fund, Atomico, Partech, Felix Capital, etc.) with qualitative programs. Of particular note was the success of the Female Founder Challenge and Office Hours devoted entirely to female founders of startups, as part of the Women in Tech initiative. Also present were founders or CEOs of some of the world’s biggest accelerators, among them: Said Amidi (Plug and Play), Carine Magescas (Angelpad), Patrick Dezeuw (StartupBootcamp), Siobhan Dullea (MassChallenge), and Jenny Fieldings (Techstars), Bedy Yang (500 Startups). Lastly, the first edition of the Next European Unicorn Awards, in partnership with Accel, Les Echos and the Wall Street Journal, allowed us to showcase Europe’s enormous potential for scaleups. Thirty scaleups all based in Europe were finalists. The winners: Payfit (BtoB SMB), Snyk (BtoB Enterprize), Vinted (BtoC), Algolia (Deep Tech), Olio, and Openclassroom (ex aequo Tech 4 Good). The Grand Prize was won by Openclassroom for traction potential, impact and leadership. EXCEPTIONAL INNOVATIONS REVEALED, SOME OF THEM FOR THE FIRST TIME ANYWHERE Visitors to the Hall of Tech could discover the latest innovations transforming their sectors and making an impact on their daily lives, brought by major tech players and hundreds of game-changing startups. Flying taxis, scooters, electric scooters: New mobility was very much in evidence, with innovations from Renault, Volkswagen, Valeo, Bosch, HPE, Jaguar, the new Citroën concept car, and in the Mobility Park sponsored by Engie: Aeromobil, HoverTaxi, Ascendance Flight Technologies, Hyperpoland and Twiice. Some highlights: the Anymal, Antbot (CNRS), Da Vinci robots in the Robot Park sponsored by EDF; the Delair image-and-data recognition drone in the AI Innovation Park sponsored by Intel; immersive and spectacular Virtual Reality experiences such as the PSG VR Arcade with mk2 or Black Eclipse in the XR Park sponsorised by Oracle; and innovations to help preserve the environment with Etree, Omniflow and Hexagro in the GreenTech Park. A FEW OF THE UNMISSABLE HAPPENINGS AT VIVA TECHNOLOGY: The Female Founder Challenge organized in partnership with with 50inTech: Two hours of meetings between female startuppers and VCs and a pitch contest for the biggest VCs. The winner is Vivian Nwakah, MedSaf. The third annual LVMH Innovation Award was awarded to 3DLOOK. The prize was awarded by Bernard Arnault and Ian Rogers. The EU Prize for Women Innovators, in the presence of Carlos Moedas, European Commissioner for Research, Science and Innovation, was awarded to Michela Puddu, Martine Caroff, Irina Borodina et Shimrit Perkol-Finkel The FAMAE “Precious Water” Grand Prize from the FAMAE Foundation and the launch of the Make.Org “Give Every Young Person A Chance”initiative on Saturday The Talent Center by ManpowerGroup, where job-seekers and recruiters could meet up. With more than 2,000 job offers, this was the place where coaching, training and meetings boosted career prospects for étudiants The first edition of the Next Startupper Challenge, which rewarded the Neolithe project at the École Polytechnique and Ok Alfred at École 42, and whose prizes were awarded by Frédérique Vidal, France’s Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation. The biggest Hackathon in Europe, organized once again by TechCrunch with the support of EDHEC, Eramet, Sanofi–Cegedim–IBM, Galeries Lafayette, Publicis Sapient and Corvid by Wix, rewarded the startup Myneral.me The CMO Forum bringing together the greatest leaders in marketing, communication and media throughout the day on May 17, a series of debates held in partnership with McKinsey and Nielsen The largest hackathon in Europe, once again organized with TechCrunch with the support of EDHEC, Eramet, Sanofi-Cegedim-IBM, Galeries Lafayette, Publicis Sapient and Corvid by Wix, awarded the startup Myneral.me. The Women in Tech Conference brought together female “Role models” – entrepreneurs, actors, YouTubers – to discuss the place of women in tech and elsewhere in society, along with some comic relief from Bérengère Krief. The Tribunal pour les Générations Futures (Court for Future Generations), organized by quarterly French magazine Usbek & Rica, hosed a debate on the theme “Has the Internet Killed Democracy?” in a format that mixed content, entertainment and a public vote Sogeti Esport Series, a major E-sport event with two competitions: Rocket League (RL) and Super Smash Bros Ultimate (SSBU) Viva Live with The Avener, a major concert presented by EDF and VivaTech in partnership with Le Parisien MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR 2020! VivaTech will once again gather innovators from around the world for three days in 2020, for an even more ambitious fifth edition. “This fourth edition is one for the record books! Growing even bigger was a challenge but it paid off and represents a decisive step in VivaTech’s development. Bringing together even more startups, top speakers and visitors from around the world, VivaTech has emerged as the leading European beacon for the global tech scene. The energy and enthusiasm that was perceived by participants and visitors also makes it a unique event. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all those who have given us their support these past four years: sponsors, partners, exhibitors, investors, media, startups, and of course the visitors – professionals as well as the general public. I would also like to commend the exceptional work by the devoted teams under Julie Ranty and Maxime Baffert, co-General Directors of VivaTech.”   – Maurice Lévy, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Publicis Groupe and co-founder of VivaTech with Groupe Les Echos - Le Parisien “VivaTech’s success provides concrete proof that France is capable of creating a sustainable international event, one that attracts the biggest names in tech who are creating tomorrow’s world. Thanks to partners from 95 different countries who have lent their support this year, we can say that VivaTech has brought the whole world to Paris. My thanks go to all the teams. The collaboration between the Publicis and Les EchosLe Parisien groups is a real strength. Once again, our media editors mobilized to cover the event: Les Échos, Les Échos Start, Le Parisien, The Innovator, Capital Finance, and Radio Classique.” – Pierre Louette, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Groupe Les Echos - Le Parisien

[https://press.vivatechnology.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/1579076088_8.PNG] Paris, May 9th, 2019 – Jack MA, Executive Chairman of Alibaba Group, co-founder of the global technology and commerce giant, will speak on VivaTech’s Stage One on the 16th of May to share his insights and vision. At the heart of Jack Ma’s philosophy is his belief in the transformative power of the internet to level the playing field and create opportunities for entrepreneurs and SMEs around the world. This mission is at the heart of Alibaba Group’s success. Alibaba is the largest mobile and online commerce company in the world with nearly 700 million consumers on its marketplaces connecting with millions of SMEs and more than 180,000 brands and retailers. Last year merchants on Alibaba’s platforms generated US$768 billion in sales (GMV). Jack Ma announced that he will step down as Executive Chairman in September 2019, turning the reins over to CEO Daniel Zhang. Ma has said he will dedicate more time to his philanthropic activities around the world. Biography: https://www.alibabagroup.com/en/about/leadership Even more to come, stay tuned! VivaTech conferences in 2019: 9 conference tracks and 5 stages, including the Stage One (Dôme de Paris, almost 5000 seats) with 180 sessions and 450 speakers: https://vivatechnology.com/speakers/  

[https://press.vivatechnology.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/1579010543_7.PNG] Paris, May 9th, 2019 – European Commissioner Margrethe Vestager, in charge of competition policy will speak at VivaTech on May 17th. She will be joined on Stage One by European Commissioners Carlos Moedas (Research, Science and Innovation) and Pierre Moscovici (Economic and Financial Affairs, Taxation and Customs) to share her vision of “ Innovation in Europe--Making It Happen”. Embodying the offensive face of the European Union’s anti-monopoly chief since 2014, Margrethe Vestager has investigated digital economy giants including Apple and Google, and has not hesitated to impose fines totaling several billion euros for unpaid taxes and breaking competition rules. Margrethe Vestager is EU Commissioner for Competition. She previously served as Minister for Economic Affairs and the Interior (2011-14) and Minister for Education (1998-2001) of Denmark, and as President of the ECOFIN Council during the Danish EU Presidency (2012). She was Political leader of the Danish Social Liberal Party (2007-14), and has worked for the Danish Ministry of Finance (1993-95). Ms. Vestager holds an MSc in Economics (University of Copenhagen). Even more to come, stay tuned! VivaTech conferences in 2019: 9 conference tracks and 5 stages, including the Stage One (Dôme de Paris, almost 5000 seats) with 180 sessions and 450 speakers: https://vivatechnology.com/speakers/

Paris, 11 April 2019 – The fourth edition of the Viva Technology Startup Challenges attracted 10,300 applications this year, an increase of 22,5% compared with 2018. Of particular interest: a greater number of international applicants, and a net increase of growth-stage startups. “Our open innovation platform, in partnership with Agorize, accelerates cooperation between startups and the established companies who are VivaTech’s partners”, rexplains Julie Ranty co-Managing Director of Viva Technology. “his model has greatly contributed to VivaTech’s international success, with 57% of applicants from outside france, compared with 50% last year. European startups account for two-thirds of international applicants, led by Germany and the United Kingdom.” “he profile of startup candidates has also evolved, with 40% of the startups in growth-and-scale stage”, notes Maxime Baffert, VivaTech’s co-Managing Director. “It’s an important message for VivaTech, a clearing house for high-potential projects but also a platform where mature startups can find opportunities to accelerate their business.” Among this year’s most successful Challenges: * “Crafting the Customer Experience of tomorrow” with LVMH; winners will be welcomed in the groupe’s Luxury Lab at the heart of VivaTech and some of them will join the accelerator program of La Maison des Startups at Station F * “Design the Future of Ambient Connectivity” with Orange, In particular, the winners will be offered meetings with Orange’s main business branches & customers, meetings with Orange’s international Fabs networks and an Introduction to Orange investment’s team * “Design the future of Media” with TF1; winners are invited to participate in the Station F Medialab accelerator program * “Building a fully connected, intelligent world” with Huawei; winners are pre-selected for Digital In Pulse, a Huawei contest offering French startups working on smart IoT applications a gateway to the Chinese market; up to 30,000 euros in financial aid; and a trip to China for the 10 winning startups * “Female Founder Challenge” with VivaTech in partnership with 50 in Tech; among the prizes are individual coaching sessions and privileged meetings with the biggest international VCs * “Precious Water” with FAMAE in the Tech for Good program track, with a prize of 2 million euros * “Talented Teams Disrupting Global Markets” with Techstars; winners are offered a spot with one of the world’s biggest startup accelerators Infographic to download here: https://bit.ly/2Z4prEw Kronos Care, a post-purchase solution to improve delivery tracking, and one of the finalists for the LVMH Innovation Award 2018, explains that “As an entrepreneur, time is your most precious asset. The LVMH Innovation Award is the best way to boost your growth in just three days.” Discovered by LVMH, this budding company was acquired in early 2019 by a Californian company specializing in online customer relations. Find all the VivaStories here: https://vivatechnology.com/news/ VivaTech’s partners for the 2019 Challenges: Accor - Allianz - Capgemini - Cartes Bancaires CB - Cisco - DB Schenker - Edenred - EDF - FAMAE - Huawei - JCDecaux - Klépierre - Loxam - LVMH - ManpowerGroup - Mediatransports - Métropole du Grand Paris - Orange - Radio France - RATP Group - Région Sud Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur - Région Centre-Val de Loire - Sanofi - Société Générale - Sodexo - Techstars Paris - TF1 - Valeo - Vinci Energies - Volkswagen We - 50 in Tech. A partnership dating from Viva Technology’s first edition in 2016 provided VivaTech with access to the vast community of startups taking part in the Open Innovation Challenges developed by Agorize. Since its creation Agorize has promoted the values of openness, innovation and collaboration between budding entrepreneurs and established companies. In the past 18 months Agorize has opened offices in Germany, China, Singapore and Canada. Boosted by this international presence, the Open Innovation Challenges platform brought together a total of more than 650,000 innovators in 2018.

Paris, 9 April 2019 – After two days reserved for professionals, VivaTech will open its doors to the general public Saturday 18 May 2019. Students, families, young adults starting their career – all are welcome to come preview the latest innovations, draw inspiration from rising tech stars at the various shows and conferences, and see into the future through the many experiences and activities. Extraordinary Experiences Saturday visitors will discover the latest tech trends and spectacular innovations throughout the venue: * Robotics and hardware in the Robot Park and the Discovery Zone sponsored by EDF, where we have have Antbot, a CNRS robot inspired by ants, Anymal, an autonomous robot with exceptional movement capabilities and some 40 hardware startups displaying their social innovations (Exhauss), digital healthcare innovations (XRapid), energy innovations (Omniflow), smart city innovations, and connected objects. * The Bvlgari Dream Machine: A vending machine for B.zero1 jewellery, designed by the Rome-based Bvlgari Maison (LVMH group), allows customers to choose jewellery that suits them with the help of a personalized virtual fitting session. * Virtual and augmented reality: In the XR Park sponsored by Oracle the Backlight studio presents Eclipse, its immersive multiplayer virtual reality experience. Another must-see, in the Immersive and VR zone on the BNP Paribas Lab: Magic Leap demos its technology on native applications such as Star Wars, Angry Birds and Tónandi. * Future modes of transport at Engie’s Mobility Park, with a HoverTaxi aircraft, Zapata’s Flyboard, and the Hyperpoland Hyperloop project, as well as the latest hydrogen and electric innovations from the Engie group. And don’t miss Veligo, the electrically assisted bicycle on the La Poste Lab. * Artificial intelligence at Intel’s Computer Vision AI Park. Delair, an image-and-data recognition drone for industrial use, gives an idea how AI is revolutionizing our daily life. Also not to be missed: Step into the shoes of a hacker in Orange’s Hacking Room. * Lastly, in the heart of Hall 2, GreenTech, with a selection of positive and innovative solutions for water recycling (Watergen), waste treatment (Bin-e), and urban connected agriculture (Growberry, Agrove, Hexagro). A Day for Serious Entertainment Throughout the day, visitors will be able to attend e-sport tournaments, sponsored by Sogeti France, featuring Rocket League (RL) and Super Smash Bros Ultimate (SSBU) games. In the afternoon, The Avener will get the crowd moving at a massive Viva Live concert in the Dôme de Paris. A Day to Boost Youth Employment VivaTech dedicates Saturday to helping young talent find jobs with the Talent Center by ManpowerGroup, in Hall 2.2, with 1,000+ job postings on a dedicated online job board, on-site job interviews, coaching sessions, and all the resources for testing new job recruiting technologies. More than 60 partner schools will also be on hand to present for the first time the Next Startupper Challenge, with high schools and universities invited to bring the best work of their student entrepreneurs. Frédérique Vidal, France’s Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, seizes this opportunity to point out the essential role young talents play in tech: “I’m delighted that over time VivaTech has become one of the world’s biggest tech events, because it is a reflection of our dynamic ecosystem [in France], which is powered by the excellence of our researchers. Furthermore, with the Ministry’s participation in this latest edition of VivaTech, we are sending a clear message to future tech talents who today are studying in our schools and universities. This message is one of innovation, dynamism and creativity. I want to do everything to help student entrepreneurs: I’m actively working on it and I’m counting on all stakeholders to join the effort.” Elsewhere, Europe’s biggest hackathon will again be organized by TechCrunch. Over the course of 36 hours on 17-18 May, several hundred coders from around Europe will compete to solve challenges proposed by Sanofi, EDHEC and Wix. #girlpower, Women in Tech VivaTech continues its commitment to remedy the underrepresentation of women in the tech sector. This edition features a major ”Girl Power” conference with thousands of women in attendance at the Dôme de Paris, along with such “role models” as Loubna Ksibi and Youssef Oudahman, co-founders of Meet My Mama; Clémence France, CEO and co-founder of Novagray; Aude Gogny-Goubert, actor and youtuber; and comedy from Bérengère Krief. Startups Meet the Public The 18th of May offers the public a chance to make contact with some 2,000 startups present at VivaTech and participating in pitch contests. Moreover, the Startup Life program track this year will showcase young entrepreneurs such as Céline Lazorthes (Leetchi & Mangopay), Guillaume Gibault (Le Slip Français) and Taïg Khris (Onoff), as well as growth-stage startups such as Qonto, Doctrine and Ynsect. Tech for Good, the Social Backbone of Viva Technology The Tech for Good conference cycle Saturday afternoon will enlist public support for concrete solutions. Among the speakers: Julien Vidal (Ça commence par moi), Julie Chapon (Yuka), Ferdinand Richter (Ecosia), Eva Sadoun (LITA) and Vianney Vaute (Back Market). Major social and environmental issues will be addressed such as with FAMAE’s Water Challenge or Make.org with its action plan to provide opportunities for young people. Also, the Tribunal pour les Générations Futures (Court for Future Generations), organized by quarterly French magazine Usbek & Rica, will host a debate on the theme “Should We Unplug the Internet?”.  

Paris, 12 March 2019 - For the second consecutive year Viva Technology, the world’s rendezvous for startups and leaders to celebrate innovation, is releasing the findings of its barometer survey conducted with Ipsos. The survey* shows how young people in Europe fit into the startup scene and also demonstrates changes in their attitudes towards startups. In general, two main lessons emerge from the study: * Young people are increasingly motivated by the idea of creating a startup, working for a startup, or investing in one. * Women are increasingly inclined to take the plunge into entrepreneurship, particularly in Germany and in France, which brings hope for boosting gender parity in the startup scene over the next few years. Young Europeans are open to embarking on the startup journey The findings are clear: Today we can observe strong enthusiasm from young professionals for investing in, working in, or creating their own startup. * 62% of people under 35 would rather work for a startup than for an established company or in public administration (an increase of 1% from 2018) * 47% see themselves as ready to launch their own business (an increase of 2% from 2018) * 43% are keen to invest in a startup (an increase of 4% from 2018) Moreover, young people are less and less reluctant to use services and try out products from startups, particularly in the transport, personal services and food sectors: that’s the case for 63% of the survey respondents in 2019, or 7% more than in the previous year More generally, young people are very positive about the impact of technology: 8 out of 10 believe technology has a positive impact on society, in particular on the job market (58%), on education (51%) and on the environment (46%). The survey results get more encouraging with every year,” notes Julie Ranty, coManaging Director of Viva Technology. “Attitudes are changing, especially with people under 35, both men and women, which encourages them to engage professionally with the startup world and with entrepreneurship. It’s very exciting for us.” Maxime Baffert, also co-Managing Director of Viva Technology, adds: “Young people are optimistic about technology’s positive role in addressing our society’s major challenges, which is a strong signal for the future. At the same time, young professionals in France and Germany clearly feel a disparity with their counterparts in the United States or China. That’s a major challenge for European countries.” *Survey conducted by Ipsos via its Global @dvisor panel in four countries (Germany, the United States, France and the United Kingdom) among a representative national sample of 1.000 individuals per country (between 16 and 64 years of age in Germany, France and the United Kingdom and from 18 and 64 years of age in the USA) from.25 January to 8 February 2019. A Europe paradoxically troubled about its place in the tech world 61% of young people consider that european Tech is not falling behind the USA or Asia. But if we take a closer look we realize that young French and Germans perceive a lag (57% and 50% respectively) compared to English-speaking countries (21% for the USA and 30% for the UK). Women are increasingly drawn to the idea of becoming successful entrepreneurs. The representation of women in tech currently remains much too low, particularly in the area of startups and entrepreneurship (recalling that less than 10% of startups in France are headed by women**). Yet the findings of the barometer survey conducted by Ipsos for VivaTech are nonetheless encouraging. According to the study, 63% of the young women surveyed express their interest in working for a startup (only 1% less than the men). This phenomenon is even more pronounced in France and Germany (respectively 67% and 64% of women in these two countries compared with 66% and 63% of men). 44% of young European women now want to create their own startups (an increase of 3% over 2018) and 34% want to invest in one (a 1% increase). Download infographic here : https://bit.ly/2VEcrCO [https://bit.ly/2VEcrCO]

VivaTech is back in 2019 with an even bigger event to celebrate innovation from 16-18 May 2019 at Porte de Versailles in Paris Paris, 12 February 2019 – In three short years Viva Technology has become an unmissable European stop on the global tech calendar, drawing more than 100,000 participants in 2018. Viva Technology stands out for its ability to bring together startups and established companies, providing a one-of-a-kind platform where professionals can do business and where the general public can preview new products and see how tech will impact the future. Viva Technology is back with a 4th edition that’s bigger and better than ever: more space, more startups, more innovations, and more opportunities to grow your business and accelerate your digital transformation. More than ever before, Viva Technology is the place to make sense of the most important trends in technology and innovation and to take advantage of them today. The Main Stage will welcome nearly 5000 attendees in the Dôme de Paris (formerly the Palais de Sports) across from Hall 1. More than 450 speakers from around the world and some of the biggest names in tech will be featured: Young Sohn (Samsung) - SY Lau (Tencent) - Dr Kai Fu Lee (author) - Amnon Shashua (Mobileye) - Gillian Tans (Booking.com) - Garry Kasparov (Avast Ambassador and former world chess champion) - David Kenny (Nielsen) - Jean-Laurent Bonnafé (BNP Paribas) - Philippe Wahl (La Poste) - Bernard Arnault (LVMH) - Stéphane Richard (Orange) - Sébastien Missoffe (Google) - Jean-Paul Agon (L’Oréal) - Fatoumata Ba (Janngo) - Ankiti Bose (Zilingo) - Flora Coleman (Transferwise ) - Daniel Dines (UiPath) - Tanya Harrison (Arizona State University) - Casper Klynge (Danish Government) - Carine Magescas (AngelPad) - Frédéric Mazzella (BlaBlaCar) - Carlos Moedas (European Commission) - Pierre Moscovici (European Commission) - Emily Orton (Darktrace) - Françoise Soulié-Fogelman (Hub France IA) - Roxanne Varza (Station F). The latest tech innovations and spectacular immersive experiences will be on display in the Hall of Tech, in the heart of Hall 1 and in the various Parks: Robotics, VR, GreenTech, and Mobility. Citroën will present two concept cars, one of which will be unveiled as a world premiere at VivaTech. [https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/1578992218_2_5107955095/1578992218_2_5107955095.png] More international than ever before The VivaTech Tour, 40 meetups in 23 countries, enabled us to access the world’s most dynamic tech ecosystems. More than 30 country pavilions (Germany, Belgium, Spain, the United Kingdom, Italy, Luxembourg and Switzerland, Algeria, Brazil, Morocco, Senegal, Taiwan and Tunisia) are expected at VivaTech this year along with numerous international personalities and the return of AfricaTech. United Tech of Europe: A European focus for VivaTech in 2019 Surveying a landscape where the USA and China rule the roost, Viva Technology shines a spotlight on Europe’s place and role in the technology sector. What is being done to create and promote European scaleups, given that Europe is home for only 30 unicorn companies out of a total 265 in the world (source: CB Insight) How to make the European tech ecosystem a reality and enable European companies to attain sufficient scale to compete in the global market? These questions will be central to our discussions this year, with a dedicated program track, pavilions hosted by numerous European countries, and the creation by VivaTech of the “Next European Unicorn Award” in partnership with Accel Partners. Open Innovation: Sparking business synergy between startups and established companies This 4th edition welcomes back major business leaders, among them those who have helped make Viva Technology a success out of the starting gate, eager to showcase their innovation strategy and their spirit of cooperation. Specifically, 21 major international companies will host more than 1000 startups at their Open Innovation “Labs”, helping to boost their digital transformation while providing the startups with opportunities for growth. Platinum Partners: BNP Paribas - Google - La Poste - LVMH - Orange, Gold Partners: AccorHotels - Amazon Web Services (AWS) - Cisco - EDF - EY - HPE - Huawei - L’Oréal - ManpowerGroup - RATP Group - Région Centre Val de Loire - Région Sud - Sanofi - SAP - SNCF - Sodexo - TF1 Groupe - Thales - Valeo - Vinci Energies The Ile de France Region will again be the Hosting Partner, thus renewing their support for the event while underscoring the region’s appeal for an international audience. [https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vivatechnology.com/vt-prd/medias/1578992239_3_6a75902ffa/1578992239_3_6a75902ffa.png] Viva Technology is a barometer of major global tech trends. 1/ Prioritizing Tech For Good Today innovation is part of a wider reflection on positive impact, particularly in the areas of education, the environment, the workplace, and gender parity. A new space, Better Life Avenue, will gather positive impact initiatives in Hall 2.2. Among the highlights are sessions such as the Impact Forum conference and prize ceremonies such as the FAMAE Challenge awards. For the second consecutive year, at the instigation of French President Emmanuel Macron, the Tech For Good Summit will bring together French and international tech leaders on the eve of VivaTech’s official opening 15 May. 2/ Women in Tech: Women gain a solid foothold Viva Technology has been actively committed to the cause of gender parity since our first edition. Driven to remedy the persistent underrepresentation of women in the tech sector, VivaTech has set a goal of total gender parity among our speakers in the next two or three years (in 2018 40% of our speakers were women). Partnering with more than 25 French and international organizations promoting gender parity, we have invited some 3000 women to attend VivaTech free of charge this year. VivaTech is launching the Female Founder Challenge to help women-led startups get financing. A major Girl Power Conference will be held on Saturday, when VivaTech is open to the general public. Salesforce renews its commitment to diversity with the Equality Lounge. Finally, European Commissioner for Science and Innovation Carlos Moedas will present at VivaTech the EU Prize for Women Innovators. 3/ Talents at the heart of the digital transition Viva Technology helps to orientate people towards digital professions and encourages the recruitment of young talents by facilitating meetings with startups and major partners in the Talent Center in partnership with ManPowerGroup. On the developer side, the partnership with TechCrunch has been renewed with the organization of a 36-hour Hackathon that will bring together 1,000 hackers and the creation of a «Developers Lounge». French and International Media Partners Covering VivaTech in 2019: African Business - Bloomberg Media - CNBC - CNN - EuroNews/ AfricaNews - Financial Times - GruenderSzene - i24News - Le Temps - TechCrunch - TechEu - The Wall Street Journal - The Washington Post - AFP - France Info - Konbini - Le Parisien - RFI, France 24, France Media Monde - RTL - TF1/LCI - and Les Echos, co-organizer of VivaTech

More than three-quarters* of startups attending Viva Technology report positive business outcomes Paris, 15 January 2019 – As preparations ramp up for the fourth edition of Viva Technology, which takes place 16-18 May at Porte de Versailles in Paris, a new study confirms that the world’s rendezvous for startups and innovation is on track to accomplish its main mission: helping startups to accelerate their business. 79% of startups surveyed report that their attendance at Viva Technology had a positive impact on their professional activities, particularly when they had a stand at the three-day event (90.2%). These startups say attendance at VivaTech provided the following overall benefits: - They made inspirational/rewarding connections (93.7%). - They effectively monitored markets and new technologies (87.3%). - They sourced interesting solutions for their business (74.2%). Among the more specific benefits: - 84% of the startups met potential investors. - 34% moved on to the next level and secured investment for their project. But also, more precisely: - 47.4% were able to test their business model. - 44.4% took on board new methodologies (recruiting techniques, international development, fundraising preparation…). And lastly : - 90.6% saw an increase in notoriety post-VivaTech. - 61.2% saw a direct increase in their media coverage.   [https://press.vivatechnology.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/1578992132_1.PNG] Where are they now? A few examples of successful outcomes of startups hosted by VivaTech’s major partners in their Labs** at the 2018 edition: - Enerbee (energy / connected devices) hosted on the SNCF Lab Capital raised: EUR 2.2 million in October 2018 - Hivency (influence marketing) hosted on the TF1 Lab TF1. Capital raised: EUR 2.5 million in October 2018 - Notify (customer relations) hosted on the AccorHotels Lab Capital raised: EUR 1 million in October 2018 2019 Startup Challenges: Only one month left for applications! Startups from around the world are invited to apply on VivaTech’s online platform (challenges.vivatechnology.com) with innovative solutions to the Challenges of leading companies in their sectors. The deadline for applications: 15 February 2019. The list of selected startups will be announced in March. Prizes include an exhibition space on a Lab hosted by one of VivaTech’s major partners. For more information about the 2019 Startup Challenges: https://bit.ly/2ANc0y0