In today’s business environment, Social Responsibility is a growing priority as concerns about climate change, diversity, and business ethics become more prominent topics of discussion. The term Social Entrepreneurship has been given to companies whose missions are not purely monetarily driven but instead incorporate a Triple Bottom Line. This means they put people and the … [Read more...]
The 15 Most Disruptive Barcelona Healthtech Startups
Barcelona's healthtech startup ecosystem is in great shape. In fact, there are currently about 200 healthtech startups in the region, with 19% having reached advanced stages of funding (series A, B, C). The Catalan capital, which is ranked 8th in the world for its standard of healthcare, also boasts 4 of the 10 best hospitals in Spain. Moreover, the region is home to some of … [Read more...]
Barcelona Startup Carts Guru Raises €900K
Barcelona based startup Carts Guru raised €900K in a new funding round in April 2019, raising the total seed funding amount to €2.15M this year. The objective of the last round was to accelerate growth, develop the product, build a dynamic work environment, and attract new talent to the team. The new investment round will enable Carts Guru to further establish themselves as … [Read more...]
10 Top Barcelona Fintech Startups To Watch
Financial technology, better known as fintech, is an emerging industry that uses technology to provide powerful and exciting financial services. Billions are being invested in this emerging sector every year, with fintech startups even now competing with traditional banks, which can often struggle to keep up with digital innovation. Barcelona is home to some of the most … [Read more...]
The Mobility Ecosystem in Barcelona
E-mobility is the future. And Barcelona is one of the most advanced cities in terms of e-mobility worldwide. Many local players offer a wide range of products from electricity-powered bicycles to kick-scooters and scooters, via both sharing and rental schemes. Here’s a deep-dive into the growing mobility ecosystem in Barcelona! Barcelona’s E-mobility Options: A Guide … [Read more...]
Onebox: The Barcelona Based Startup Transforming the Ticketing Industry
Onebox was launched by Carlos Galí in 2010 to solve two pain points in the live entertainment ticketing sector. Customers were struggling to find tickets to their favourite shows, and organisers were struggling to manage ticket sales across channels. Enter Onebox. To meet these needs, Onebox developed a global ticket distribution system that allows event organisers and venues … [Read more...]
How Startup Grind Barcelona Helped Shape the BCN Startup Scene
Founded in 2014, the local branch of Startup Grind in Barcelona has become one of the most successful entrepreneur communities in the world. The brainchild of Àlex Rodríguez Bacardit, founder of high-end development consultancy MarsBased, Startup Grind Barcelona connects entrepreneurs from around the world, both online and in person. Since its inception in April 2014, … [Read more...]
Ironhack: The Future Of Tech Education
Are you passionate about tech and interested in mixing up your work life? Enter Ironhack, an innovative tech school and launchpad for talent in the tech industry. With campuses worldwide, including one right here in Barcelona, they’re giving tech students a forward-thinking educational experience like no other. Ironhack was founded in 2013 by Gonzalo Manrique and Ariel … [Read more...]
2019: A MarsBased Odyssey
After a successful 2018, MarsBased are looking to take the startup ecosystem to the next dimension. 2019 will see them strengthen bonds, develop their worldwide network and stage ever more impressive sell-out shows to connect their growing network of entrepreneurs. MarsBased - A Key Player In Barcelona’s Startup Ecosystem But what is MarsBased? If you’re part of the startup … [Read more...]
The Lowdown On Sónar +D: 5 Startups Making Waves in Creative Technology
Last month, Barcelona hosted the 25th edition of one of Europe’s leading festivals, Sónar. Alongside spellbinding sets from LCD Soundsystem, Bonobo, Diplo and Gorillaz, the forward-thinking festival also hosts a three-day symposium dedicated to technology, creativity and business, Sónar +D. The symposium brings together world leaders in creative innovation, and offers startups … [Read more...]