As part of Deep Tech Week, Thursday Gathering by Venture Café Berlin becomes a convergence point for breakthrough ideas and the people shaping the future of technology. This special edition brings together scientists, founders, engineers, investors, and industry leaders working at the forefront of deep tech—from AI and quantum computing to climate tech, biotech, and advanced materials.
Designed as an open platform for exchange and collaboration, the event blends expert talks, panel discussions, and interactive sessions with informal networking, creating space for both knowledge-sharing and real connection. It’s where research meets entrepreneurship, and where early-stage ideas can evolve into impactful ventures.
With a strong focus on cross-disciplinary dialogue and real-world application, Thursday Gathering during Deep Tech Week highlights how cutting-edge innovation can move beyond the lab and into scalable solutions that address global challenges.
Whether you’re building, funding, or simply exploring deep tech, join us to connect with Berlin’s innovation ecosystem and be part of shaping what’s next.
In the Demo Table zone you will discover various products, technologies and projects being presented by the founders or startup-representatives.
In the Info Table zone you will find out about projects, organisations and ideas.
Want to present your organisation? Send us an application!
However remember, this is NO HARD SALES zone.
Unwind, connect, and vibe to the rhythm! This lively session blends casual networking with great music, offering the perfect atmosphere to meet fellow innovators, exchange ideas, and forge new collaborations. Grab a drink, enjoy the beats, and build meaningful connections in a relaxed, energetic setting.
Are you an ambitious DeepTech startup looking to scale your innovative ideas through European funding?
Join our "Innovate to Win“ session - hosted by Inspiralia, one of the leading consultancies in the European public grant market.
This is a high-impact pitch competition that will propel your startup to the next level. Selected early- and growth-stage DeepTech startups will deliver brief pitches showcasing breakthrough technologies with strong market potential.
A distinguished jury of funding and innovation experts will evaluate scalability and fit for the prestigious EIC Accelerator program.
The stakes are high as the winner will receive free access (valued at €15k) to Inspiralia’s comprehensive EIC Accelerator support, including writing of the application, handling the video edit, presentation preparation, pitch coaching & program administration.
Additionally, the runner-up will enjoy a generous 50% discount on this valuable support.
Inspiralia’s support increases chances to win by x10, so this session represents a golden opportunity for startups to accelerate their path towards securing up to €2.5M in non-dilutive funding, receive expert feedback and gain visibility.
Don't miss this chance to innovate, compete, and win big in the world of DeepTech entrepreneurship!
This is not a panel. It is a founder support stage.
Pitch your circular economy idea in 60 seconds.
Name the challenge you can't crack.
Receive a real answer from mentors who have built circular systems themselves.
The room decides who wins — with applause.
60s. Say it. Name it. Fix it.
(Pitch | Name your Pain Point | Get Mentor Response)
ONE PITCH IN THE SPOTLIGHT.
The winner walks away with a confirmed presence at the Tech Award Gala in December 2026 and a seat within the We Create Future ecosystem: World Cleanup Institute, BCBT Berlin, Felder Felder, WLOUNGE, Tailorlux, Sporthubs, and a growing network of circular-economy builders across Europe.
This is not a symbolic prize. It is a door opening.
On stage:
Daniela Felder — Co-Founder, Felder Felder & Future Fashion Concepts | Expert in Circular Fashion & Regenerative Design
Holger Holland — Co-Founder BCBT | Social Entrepreneur & Sustainability Innovator | ESG & Digital Transformation
Mali M Baum — Founder WLOUNGE & Startup Investor | Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Venture Building
Any sector welcome. The theme is circularity — not fashion.
Apply now
https://www.worldcleanup.org/mentor-stage
Deadline: 16 May 2026.
Generative AI is rapidly entering financial services—but moving from prototype to production requires governance, interoperability, and trust.
In this session, Luca Borella explores how the FINOS AI Governance Framework (AIGF) is evolving into an open ecosystem for building secure, compliant, production-ready AI systems. The talk covers AI governance, agentic AI, MCP/A2A, and how orchestration platforms can embed policy and controls directly into business workflows.
A key focus will be the opportunity for startups: from AI infrastructure and evaluation platforms to compliance automation, agent tooling, and governance-by-design solutions for regulated industries.
The session concludes with a practical AI credit-scoring example, showing how a hackathon prototype can become a production-ready financial AI application and how startups can create new products and offerings around open source projects
Join us for an evening dedicated to energy innovation and climate resilience, hosted by Berlin Innovation Agency (BIA) and the European Energy Collective.
This community gathering will bring together founders, industry experts, investors, and ecosystem builders working at the intersection of climate and energy during the Deeptech week. The evening is designed to foster meaningful exchanges, spark new collaborations, and create space for open conversations around the latest developments shaping the sector.
As part of Deep Tech Week, Thursday Gathering by Venture Café Berlin becomes a convergence point for breakthrough ideas and the people shaping the future of technology. This special edition brings together scientists, founders, engineers, investors, and industry leaders working at the forefront of deep tech—from AI and quantum computing to climate tech, biotech, and advanced materials.
Designed as an open platform for exchange and collaboration, the event blends expert talks, panel discussions, and interactive sessions with informal networking, creating space for both knowledge-sharing and real connection. It’s where research meets entrepreneurship, and where early-stage ideas can evolve into impactful ventures.
With a strong focus on cross-disciplinary dialogue and real-world application, Thursday Gathering during Deep Tech Week highlights how cutting-edge innovation can move beyond the lab and into scalable solutions that address global challenges.
Whether you’re building, funding, or simply exploring deep tech, join us to connect with Berlin’s innovation ecosystem and be part of shaping what’s next.
In the Demo Table zone you will discover various products, technologies and projects being presented by the founders or startup-representatives.
In the Info Table zone you will find out about projects, organisations and ideas.
Want to present your organisation? Send us an application!
However remember, this is NO HARD SALES zone.
Unwind, connect, and vibe to the rhythm! This lively session blends casual networking with great music, offering the perfect atmosphere to meet fellow innovators, exchange ideas, and forge new collaborations. Grab a drink, enjoy the beats, and build meaningful connections in a relaxed, energetic setting.
Are you an ambitious DeepTech startup looking to scale your innovative ideas through European funding?
Join our "Innovate to Win“ session - hosted by Inspiralia, one of the leading consultancies in the European public grant market.
This is a high-impact pitch competition that will propel your startup to the next level. Selected early- and growth-stage DeepTech startups will deliver brief pitches showcasing breakthrough technologies with strong market potential.
A distinguished jury of funding and innovation experts will evaluate scalability and fit for the prestigious EIC Accelerator program.
The stakes are high as the winner will receive free access (valued at €15k) to Inspiralia’s comprehensive EIC Accelerator support, including writing of the application, handling the video edit, presentation preparation, pitch coaching & program administration.
Additionally, the runner-up will enjoy a generous 50% discount on this valuable support.
Inspiralia’s support increases chances to win by x10, so this session represents a golden opportunity for startups to accelerate their path towards securing up to €2.5M in non-dilutive funding, receive expert feedback and gain visibility.
Don't miss this chance to innovate, compete, and win big in the world of DeepTech entrepreneurship!
This is not a panel. It is a founder support stage.
Pitch your circular economy idea in 60 seconds.
Name the challenge you can't crack.
Receive a real answer from mentors who have built circular systems themselves.
The room decides who wins — with applause.
60s. Say it. Name it. Fix it.
(Pitch | Name your Pain Point | Get Mentor Response)
ONE PITCH IN THE SPOTLIGHT.
The winner walks away with a confirmed presence at the Tech Award Gala in December 2026 and a seat within the We Create Future ecosystem: World Cleanup Institute, BCBT Berlin, Felder Felder, WLOUNGE, Tailorlux, Sporthubs, and a growing network of circular-economy builders across Europe.
This is not a symbolic prize. It is a door opening.
On stage:
Daniela Felder — Co-Founder, Felder Felder & Future Fashion Concepts | Expert in Circular Fashion & Regenerative Design
Holger Holland — Co-Founder BCBT | Social Entrepreneur & Sustainability Innovator | ESG & Digital Transformation
Mali M Baum — Founder WLOUNGE & Startup Investor | Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Venture Building
Any sector welcome. The theme is circularity — not fashion.
Apply now
https://www.worldcleanup.org/mentor-stage
Deadline: 16 May 2026.
Generative AI is rapidly entering financial services—but moving from prototype to production requires governance, interoperability, and trust.
In this session, Luca Borella explores how the FINOS AI Governance Framework (AIGF) is evolving into an open ecosystem for building secure, compliant, production-ready AI systems. The talk covers AI governance, agentic AI, MCP/A2A, and how orchestration platforms can embed policy and controls directly into business workflows.
A key focus will be the opportunity for startups: from AI infrastructure and evaluation platforms to compliance automation, agent tooling, and governance-by-design solutions for regulated industries.
The session concludes with a practical AI credit-scoring example, showing how a hackathon prototype can become a production-ready financial AI application and how startups can create new products and offerings around open source projects
Join us for an evening dedicated to energy innovation and climate resilience, hosted by Berlin Innovation Agency (BIA) and the European Energy Collective.
This community gathering will bring together founders, industry experts, investors, and ecosystem builders working at the intersection of climate and energy during the Deeptech week. The evening is designed to foster meaningful exchanges, spark new collaborations, and create space for open conversations around the latest developments shaping the sector.