Vienna, Austria – 24.05.2026 – The ETCOP Institute for Interdisciplinary Research actively participated in ViennaUP 2026, one of Europe's leading startup and innovation festivals, bringing together entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, educators, and innovators from around the world. The event took place across Vienna from 18–22 May 2026 and attracted thousands of participants from more than 90 countries.
Representatives of ETCOP attended a range of networking, innovation, and knowledge-exchange activities, engaging with international stakeholders from the fields of digital transformation, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, education, and research collaboration. The festival provided valuable opportunities to explore emerging trends, establish new partnerships, and discuss future cooperation initiatives at the European and international levels. As an organization committed to fostering innovation through interdisciplinary research, education, and international cooperation, ETCOP sees events such as ViennaUP as an important platform for connecting academia, industry, policymakers, and the startup ecosystem. Participation in the festival supports ETCOP’s ongoing efforts to contribute to digital innovation, responsible AI, entrepreneurship education, and capacity building across Europe and beyond.
'ViennaUP offers a unique environment where innovative ideas, entrepreneurial thinking, and international collaboration come together. We were delighted to connect with inspiring innovators and explore new opportunities for future cooperation', said Alp T. Erkollar, President at ETCOP Research.
A Hub for Innovation and Collaboration
Throughout the festival, the ETCOP team exchanged experiences with startups, innovation support organizations, researchers, and ecosystem builders, gaining valuable insights into current developments in technology, sustainability, digital skills, and entrepreneurial ecosystems. These discussions will contribute to ETCOP’s future activities, including European research and education projects, professional development initiatives, and international knowledge-transfer activities.
About ViennaUP
ViennaUP is a community-driven startup festival initiated by the Vienna Business Agency and has become a recognized meeting point for innovators from across Europe and beyond. The festival showcases emerging technologies, entrepreneurial talent, investment opportunities, and collaborative solutions addressing societal and economic challenges.
