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Foreword: Hello, UATech.today crowd! As a Fintech Editor of UATech.Today, I am presenting to you a vision of a new era in launching and building products in our space. Whether you're running a service business, navigating tough sales cycles or creating a product startup debating “buy vs build,” this article breaks down a third path — one that’s gaining traction across global fintech, and is on a good track to be mirrored in many other tech industries. As an ex-board member of a number of softwar

Toronto was the latest stop for UAtech Venture Night on June 25, a community-driven event where early-stage founders pitched their startups to a room full of active investors, peers, and ecosystem builders. Held at Highline Beta’s downtown venue, the evening gathered around 80 attendees, including over 30 startup teams and 20+ investors, for a tightly run program of live pitching, expert discussion, and networking. The format was simple: early-stage founders pitched in 3-minute rounds, followed

Our second UAtech Venture Night took place on Wednesday, June 11, in Paris, and it was a night that captured exactly what this series is about: founders showing up, investors leaning in, and ideas being heard. We were proud to see more than 30 promising startups take the mic, pitching live in front of a full room of engaged attendees. This time, the format was open: every founder pitched publicly, allowing each of them to have their voice heard. Throughout the evening, investors evaluated each

With Volodymyr Demianenko Startup advice is everywhere — podcasts, panels, pitch decks. But the most important lessons are rarely spelled out clearly. That’s what makes these insights different. In a raw and revealing conversation with Volodymyr Demianenko, Ukrainian founder and CEO of Deskree, Dmytro Grechko shares the insights every early-stage founder wishes they had before raising the capital. When Dmytro Grechko first set out to raise capital for his startup, he had an idea, a vision, an

On July 10th, UAtech Venture Night lands at Startupfest Montreal - bringing together some of the most driven Ukrainian startup founders and a curated group of international investors and operators. It’s more than just a pitch competition; it’s a spotlight on vision, grit, and global ambition, powered by a vibrant community that believes in building beyond borders. Early-stage Ukrainian-founded startups will pitch in high-intensity, 3-minute investor sessions, followed by rapid-fire Q&A and scor

On May 28, 2025, the Vesper Lounge in downtown Vancouver transformed into a powerhouse of innovation and collaboration, as over 250 attendees — from startup founders and global investors to tech ecosystem builders — converged for the unforgettable UAtech Venture Night. What unfolded was far more than a pitch competition. It was a celebration of entrepreneurial drive, marked by deep conversations and a strong sense of community spirit. A Gathering That Mattered UAtech Venture Night wasn’t jus

What does it really take to turn an idea into a fast-growing startup—and navigate a successful exit? For Vitalii Romanchenko, it began with a curious mindset, deep tech experience, and the decision to focus sharply on one niche. As the founder of Elai.io, an AI-powered video generation platform, Vitalii led the company from launch to acquisition by industry leader Panopto in just over three years. Today, he continues the journey as Head of AI Product Strategy at Panopto, helping shape the futu

An Interview with Volodymyr Demianenko What makes a startup investable, not just in theory, but in practice? How do top investors decide who gets their money, time, and trust? Few people can answer those questions as clearly — and honestly — as Alex Vitchenko. With over 20 years in tech, around 40 startup investments, and multiple successful exits, Vitchenko brings the rare combination of entrepreneurial grit and investor insight. As the founder of Digital Future, a Ukraine-born VC fund backin