Ukrainian startups around the world: Where they’ve been and what they’ve showcased from December 2024 to April 2025
From December 2024 to April 2025, Ukrainian startups actively represented the country on the international tech stage. From on-stage pitches and exhibition booths to panel discussions and accelerator programs, these events offered invaluable opportunities to build partnerships, attract investment, and amplify Ukraine’s innovation potential across global markets.
At Integrated Systems Europe in Barcelona (Spain), five Ukrainian startups – GetPin, Easy Peasy Insurtech, GetMyLook, Metaenga, and Almexoft – pitched their solutions on stage at the world’s largest AV and systems integration exhibition. Their participation provided a strong platform to connect directly with international partners, clients, and investors. The high visibility of the presentations sparked keen interest from global tech stakeholders, setting the stage for future collaboration and scaling opportunities across Europe.
In Riga, Latvia, during the TechChill conference, eight startups – Swapp, Vanongo, Ecofactor, Formspiner, Funely AI, if.team, Generect, and Voopty – showcased their innovations at a dedicated Ukrainian booth. With over 2,000 attendees from the Baltic region and beyond, the event provided a dynamic space for networking, ecosystem exchange, and market exploration.
During 4YFN in Barcelona (Spain) – held alongside the Mobile World Congress – eight Ukrainian startups joined the exhibition with their own booth presence. SolarGaps, CheckEye, Clearly, svoi, iPlayARt, Avataa, Recycle, and SoftTrainer represented Ukraine at the event. With thousands of participants from more than 100 countries, the event offered direct access to investors, accelerators, telecom leaders, and media. Ukrainian teams used the opportunity to present their innovations, validate their market strategies, and open new doors to international partnerships.
At the Ukrainian Resilience Business Forum in Luxembourg, three Ukrainian startups joined the conference, with representatives speaking on a panel discussion. The forum focused on supporting Ukraine’s economic recovery, fostering investment, and enabling sustainable business development. By contributing to strategic discussions and sharing their entrepreneurial journeys, HYDRATICO, S.Lab, Funely AI highlighted Ukraine’s innovation-driven future in Europe.
At Techstars Startup Weekend in Sweden, two Ukrainian startups, GetMyLook and MARV 2EX, participated in the intensive three-day program. The event offered a fast-paced environment for idea validation, mentoring, and business model development. This experience allowed the teams to refine their concepts, receive expert feedback, and engage with Sweden’s innovation community.
Participation in these global events reinforces Ukraine’s position as a resilient and forward-thinking innovation hub. Ukrainian startups continue to demonstrate not only their adaptability in times of crisis but also their ability to lead, inspire, and compete globally. Each new achievement strengthens Ukraine’s role on the global tech map, proving that Ukrainian ideas have the power to drive real-world change.