Developed: Amsterdam – Pitch Competition & Networking
Join ACT | The App Association for a high-energy afternoon where some of Europe’s most promising startups pitch live, showcasing that regulatory intelligence isn’t just smart business, it’s a competitive advantage. In a tech ecosystem where a vast majority of startups still see policy as a roadblock, these founders are flipping the script to turn compliance into growth, trust, and funding.
🎟️ Free to attend – but space is limited
👉 Register now to reserve your spot
What to expect:
Kickoff from the App Association: Get a glimpse into the future of the European startup scene and what we’ve been building throughout the day.
Keynote & Insights: Hear how the EU is backing innovation with policy – and why this matters for startups, investors, and tech leaders alike.
Live Pitch Competition: Experience startups going head-to-head, pitching their visions to a panel of expert mentors, industry insiders, and policymakers.
Recognition: One standout team earns spotlight time at the App Association’s booth during the TNW Conference.
Networking: Stick around post-pitch to connect with the Scale Lab participants, other founders, mentors, and more before heading to the larger TNW festivities.
Why attend?
Hear from EU & global experts on AI Act & DSA
Get real talk on what this means for scaling startups
See how founders are using compliance as a moat
Meet policy advocates, ecosystem builders and fellow founders
Agenda / Event Flow:
Date: Wednesday, June 18
Time: 15:30 Doors open, Event 16:00 –17:30
Location: TNW City, Amsterdam
15:30 Doors open & welcome drinks
16:00 Opening remarks – ACT & local
16:10 Keynote: Policy leader
16:20 Panel Discussion: Compliance as a Competitive Edge
16:35 Startup Lightning Pitches – Scale Lab Live showcase
16:50 Winner announcement & Closing remarks
17:30 (optional transition to TNW opening party)
Questions?
Reach out to Jonas Almeling, ACT Ambassador EU, jonas@almeling.se
HOSTED BY: ACT | The App Association
The App Association is a global trade association for small and medium-sized technology companies. Our members are entrepreneurs, innovators, and independent developers within the global app ecosystem that engage with verticals across every industry. We work with and for our members to promote a policy environment that rewards and inspires innovation while providing resources that help them raise capital, create jobs, and continue to build incredible technology.