Exploring the New York startup scene together with KTH’s most promising startups at Gateway

Many emerging Swedish startups want to expand operations to the American market. The soon-to-launch Gateway-platform, will provide these startups with an ideal launchpad, offering them the platform, knowledge, and tools needed to succeed.

On October 29, SACCNY invites you to Gateway for an inspirational breakfast seminar with the Swedish university, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, to discuss and learn about the startup ecosystem in New York City.

KTH is one of the highest ranked institutes of technology in the world and as a part of their acceleration program Brighter three emerging startups (ZIFRO, Asqill and Imagicase) are visiting New York City.
The three startups will participate in a panel discussion together with Joshua Cohen from Giant Innovation, KJ Singh from Techstars NYC and Oskar Serrander from Acast discussing the New York City startup climate as well as best practices on how to scale in such a competitive market.

Participating startups:

Zifro
ZIFRO provides a complete solution for teaching programming in high school. There are separate sites for teachers and students, where teachers can plan their lessons, and students can practice coding in Python.

Asqill
Asqill’s goal is to facilitate companies to connect with students. The online platform offers companies a unique opportunity to advertise their projects directly in a database of talented students.

Imagicase
imagiCase is a programmable phone case and application that teaches individuals to code through self-expression. In a world where most technology gadgets and toys on the market appeal more to boys by design, imagiCase goes against the trend with a product designed for girls, by girls.

Details:

Date: October 29

Address: Gateway, 900 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022

Time: 8:00am – 9:15am

Please make sure to register for this interactive breakfast seminar as soon as possible. Do not hesitate to contact our event team, should you have any questions at: +1 212 838 5530 or email event@saccny.org.

We used to think the internet was a fad. Let’s talk about Blockchain. 

Blockchain is widely perceived as the future of technology—a technology that fundamentally can alter the way we live and the way we do business. Many have heard of blockchain in connection to Bitcoin, however, Blockchain can be used in a number of industries.

On November 1, SACCNY welcomes you to an After Work Keynote session at Gateway to hear three companies’ perspectives on how to use blockchain and what they believe that the future of this highly controversial technology holds. This panel discussion will bring together Chromaway, CoverUS and Pindify, representing some of the most interesting industries where the invention is applicable today.

This event is a perfect opportunity to learn, debate and discuss blockchain technology and its role in society, both now and in the future. RSVP as soon as possible to secure your spot.

Participating companies:

ChromaWay– 

ChromaWay is a blockchain software provider to a range of industries including banking, real estate, government and financial services. The company is building the “relational blockchain” based on its innovative Postchain capability that brings scalability to decentralized networks.  ChromaWay recently announced its public blockchain, Chromapolis, developed to host decentralized applications (Dapps) targeting enterprise consortiums, games, and innovative developer projects.

CoverUs– 

CoverUS makes healthcare more affordable for everyone, everywhere.  They do this by building the most valuable consumer-connected, fully consented health data asset in the world. The CoverUS app empowers consumers to monetize their health data and attention, with additional Blockchain-powered privacy controls to keep their personal information more secure. Rewards delivered to CoverUS members improve their financial health, with the goal of removing economic barriers to preventative care and patient compliance.

Pindify–

Pindify is an online platform that enables artists to publish, distribute, and monetize their content. The platform enables its users to create personalized profiles where they can distribute personal art, text, film, and music. Publishers are also able to view the content and

Details:

Date- November 8

Address- Gateway, 900 3rd Avenue, 29th floor, 10022 New York, New York

Time- 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Bring out the kid in you and explore your creativity with technology by building your own robot – then race to see whose robot gets to the finish line first! 

On November 8, SACCNY Young Professionals are invited to Gateway for a playful and fun robot workshop with Gateway-member Hyper Island! The renowned Swedish creative business school has, since 1996, prepared individuals and organizations around the world to anticipate and adapt to a constantly changing environment and how to adapt quickly to new technology. This Hyper Island workshop lets you explore creativity, tech, and collaboration while mingling with fellow SACCNY Young Professionals – we hope to see you there!

Hyper Island will provide you with all the tech and material needed to build the robot; Quirkbot, straws, Strawbees, and other support material. RSVP as soon as possible as spots (and robots!) are limited.

For more information or any questions, please contact SACCNY at event@saccny.org,  +1 212 838 5530 or Johanna Nordin, Hyper Island at johanna.nordin@hyperisland.com, +1 646 881 1682.

Details:

Date- November 8

Address- Gateway, 900 3rd Avenue, 29th floor, 10022 New York, New York

Time- 6:00pm – 7:30pm

For more information or any questions, please contact SACCNY at: event@saccny.org,  +1 212 838 5530 or Johanna Nordin, Hyper Island at: johanna.nordin@hyperisland.com, +1 646 881 1682.

About Hyper Island:

Hyper Island designs learning experiences that challenge companies and individuals to grow and stay competitive in an increasingly digitized world and to become lifelong learners. With clients such as Google, Adidas, and IKEA, over the past 22 years, Hyper Island has been listed by CNN as one of the most innovative schools in the world. www.hyperisland.com.

Exploring the New York startup scene together with KTH’s most promising startups at Gateway

Many emerging Swedish startups want to expand operations to the American market. The soon-to-launch Gateway-platform, will provide these startups with an ideal launchpad, offering them the platform, knowledge, and tools needed to succeed.

On October 29, SACCNY invites you to Gateway for an inspirational breakfast seminar with the Swedish university, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, to discuss and learn about the startup ecosystem in New York City.

KTH is one of the highest ranked institutes of technology in the world and as a part of their acceleration program Brighter three emerging startups (ZIFRO, Asqill and Imagicase) are visiting New York City.
The three startups will participate in a panel discussion together with Joshua Cohen from Giant Innovation, KJ Singh from Techstars NYC and Oskar Serrander from Acast discussing the New York City startup climate as well as best practices on how to scale in such a competitive market.

Participating startups:

Zifro
ZIFRO provides a complete solution for teaching programming in high school. There are separate sites for teachers and students, where teachers can plan their lessons, and students can practice coding in Python.

Asqill
Asqill’s goal is to facilitate companies to connect with students. The online platform offers companies a unique opportunity to advertise their projects directly in a database of talented students.

Imagicase
imagiCase is a programmable phone case and application that teaches individuals to code through self-expression. In a world where most technology gadgets and toys on the market appeal more to boys by design, imagiCase goes against the trend with a product designed for girls, by girls.

Details:

Date: October 29

Address: Gateway, 900 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022

Time: 8:00am – 9:15am

Please make sure to register for this interactive breakfast seminar as soon as possible. Do not hesitate to contact our event team, should you have any questions at: +1 212 838 5530 or email event@saccny.org.