The initiative is part of a broader effort led by Turku Startup Hub, which brings together startups, investors, universities, and companies under one ecosystem to support growth from idea to international scale.
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After an intense hour filled with tension and excitement, the stage erupted in celebration and applause culminating in a giant check and a well-deserved victory for Diffraqtion.
Watch the live stream on Slushs YouTube channel.
This Thursday, they take the Founder Stage to pitch for a chance to win 1M euros in equity funding from General Catalyst and Cherry Ventures.
Slush 100 is more than just a pitch competition: its the gateway for early-stage founders to step into the spotlight and capture the attention of global investors, media, and operators.
The winner will be awarded a €25,000 convertible loan investment, to be announced at the competitions final on August 21 during the APelago Initiative 2025, held at Ruissalon Telakka, Turku.