On April 24-25, 2025, the EU-Startups Summit will return for its 11th edition! Taking place for the second time in sunny Malta, this premier event will bring together around 2,500 founders, investors, and startup enthusiasts for two days of learning, networking, and inspiration. Attendees can expect dynamic panel discussions, engaging fireside chats, a high-energy pitch competition, and countless opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals.
One of this year’s standout sessions is our panel discussion: “AI disrupting work & life: How emerging technologies are reshaping our future.” Artificial intelligence is reshaping all industries, enhancing decision-making, and enabling businesses to scale faster than ever. This session will explore how AI-driven innovation is transforming sectors from fitness and legal tech to data science and automation. Our panel of experts will share insights on the opportunities and challenges of AI adoption, providing actionable strategies for startups looking to integrate AI into their operations.
To dive into these insights, we have gathered a stellar lineup of AI leaders who are pioneering AI-powered solutions across multiple industries:
Tanya Parfenyuk – Co-founder, Zing Coach
Tanya is a visionary leader in the global fitness technology industry and has played a key role in developing Zing Coach’s AI-driven fitness platform, which has raised over €9.5 million since its foundation in 2020. With a strong background in product strategy and business scaling, she is driving Zing’s mission to personalise and revolutionise fitness experiences worldwide. Tanya will share her expertise on how AI can enhance user engagement, tailor workouts to individual needs, and expand the reach of digital health solutions.
As Co-founder and Partner of DareData, Portugal’s fastest-growing AI company, Nuno helps businesses harness the full potential of machine learning and data science across industries such as telecommunications, utilities, and pharma. With a background in full-stack development and data science, he is the architect of Gen-OS, DareData’s AI framework for scalable solutions. A passionate advocate for AI in business, Nuno shares insights on leveraging data strategies for growth and best practices for integrating AI into startups.
Rafie Faruq – CEO, GenieAI
Rafie leads GenieAI, an innovative platform leveraging artificial intelligence to transform the legal industry. By developing AI-powered contract drafting and legal assistance tools, GenieAI is revolutionising how businesses and legal professionals interact with complex legal documents. Rafie will provide insights into the intersection of AI and legal tech, addressing automation, compliance, and the future of AI-driven contract management.
Join us in Malta on April 24-25, 2025, for this exclusive discussion with AI pioneers. Whether you’re a startup founder exploring AI integration, an investor tracking the latest AI-driven innovations, or simply curious about the future of artificial intelligence, this panel will offer invaluable takeaways. Secure your ticket today and be part of the conversation shaping the future of AI-powered business growth!
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Malta Enterprise is Malta’s economic development agency, facilitating economic growth, investment, and innovation, by offering a range of support services for local and foreign enterprises setting up a productive presence in Malta. As a key player in Malta’s economic landscape, it contributes to the nation’s prosperity by attracting investments, supporting businesses, and driving innovation, thereby reinforcing Malta’s position as an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Malta Enterprise actively cultivates a vibrant startup ecosystem, playing a pivotal role in fostering a conducive environment for startups and offering tailored support and incentives to empower emerging businesses.
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Scytale helps startups get compliant and stay compliant with frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, NIS 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS and more, without breaking a sweat.
Airwallex is a leading global financial platform for modern businesses, offering trusted solutions to manage everything from payments, treasury, and spend management to embedded finance. With their proprietary infrastructure, Airwallex takes the friction out of global payments and financial operations, empowering businesses of all sizes to unlock new opportunities and grow beyond borders. Proudly founded in Melbourne, Airwallex supports over 100,000 businesses globally and is trusted by brands such as Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, SHEIN and many more.
EUROCROWD is an independent network organisation aiming to support and promote crowdfunding as an alternative funding mechanism for small and medium-sized enterprises and innovative projects. EUROCROWD promotes and supports the development of Crowdfunding mechanisms as a viable funding source to European entrepreneurs and funders.
The M. Demajo Group is a leading business player in Malta, with a successful history spanning 115 years. The Group’s growth and diversification have resulted in a wide coverage of business sectors through a commitment to long-term results. M. Demajo Group’s workforce is 500 strong and their various activities have been developed through organic growth, acquisitions, partnerships, and startups. Its strong financial situation and ethical standards, its business reputation, and its renowned track record as a business partner are all key factors in its continued expansion.
The European Innovation Council (EIC) is a flagship initiative of the European Commission to turn disruptive European science into groundbreaking commercial propositions and accelerate the scale-up of “game-changing” innovations. It is a key building bloc of a reinforced European ecosystem and the New European Innovation Agenda, filling the gap between R&D support, private investors, and the market. With a budget of over €10 billion under the Horizon Europe Programme (2021-2027) it seeks to position Europe as a global leader in the current wave of deep tech innovation.
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