In February 2026, something special happened at the Derby Game Changers awards. Among a strong group of founders pitching their ideas, two people stood out. Sharlene and Vikki, co-fo
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Celebrating the Derby Game Changers: a night for founders
Feb 27, 2026
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Last night, Derby’s startup community proved exactly why this city is fast becoming a launchpad for first‑time founders and a magnet for early stage investors – and at the heart of it all was Role R
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Global Demo Night February 2026: Serious Founders. Serious Questions. Real Progress.
Feb 25, 2026
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This month’s Global Demo Night brought together early-stage founders and experienced operators from across London, Lisbon, Boston, Bangalore and beyond.
For first-time founders, it was a live test of...
Press Release: Canopy Community Listed #99 in the Financial Times Top European Startup Hubs
Feb 19, 2026
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Lisbon, February 19, 2026 — Canopy Community has been named #99 in the Financial Times Top European Startup Hubs, marking a significant milestone for our founder-first ecosystem and the global communi...
People’s Choice Winner Shines at City Ventures Demo Night Feb 2026
Feb 12, 2026
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MetaSonixx took home the people’s choice crown at last night’s City Ventures Demo Night – in a room full of first-time founders, early-stage investors and ecosystem builders, their story clearly res
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Top 100 Student Startups Selected: The 2026 UNiDAYS Startup Accelerator Begins
Feb 06, 2026
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The search for the UK’s most promising student entrepreneurs has reached a pivotal milestone. After weeks of reviewing applications from every corner of the country, we are thrilled to officially anno...
AI Insights with Ben Whorwood: The Future of AI, Trust, and Context
Mar 03, 2025
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Another week, another deep dive into AI! This time, we caught up with Ben Whorwood, who joined us fresh from the Big Cornish Tech Showcase, where he exhibited and delivered a talk on AI developments. ...
Partner Spotlight - Steve Snyder at Gesmer Updegrove
Feb 28, 2025
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The Canopy community has always been about fostering connections, empowering founders, and building a network of trusted advisors to help entrepreneurs thrive. At the heart of this journey is a story ...
Thinking of Landing Your Startup in the USA? Here’s What You Need to Know
Feb 27, 2025
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For many UK-based startups, the United States represents a land of opportunity: a vast market, access to capital, and a thriving innovation ecosystem. Yet, making the leap across the Atlantic is no sm...
Canopy February DemoNightLx: A Celebration of Innovation and Community
Feb 27, 2025
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 Last night, the Unicorn Factory in Lisbon was abuzz with energy as Canopy hosted its February Demo Night, bringing together founders, investors, and innovators to celebrate the power of entrepreneurs...
Celebrating Rob Cossins of Scribe: The People's Choice at Demo Night
Feb 14, 2025
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This past Wednesday, the Canopy Community hosted another electric Demo Night, and one pitch stood out above the rest. Rob Cossins, co-founder of Scribe not only captivated the audience with his innova...
