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EU-LAC Digital Accelerator Programme Connecting corporates and startups to boost digital transformation

The EU-LAC Digital Accelerator is an initiative financed under the Neighbourhood, Development & International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI-Global Europe) under the EU-LAC Digital Alliance framework, focused on fostering multi-stakeholder and private sector collaboration, competitiveness, digital skills and innovation, through the establishment of a regional EU LAC Digital Accelerator.

The EU-LAC Digital Accelerator is a multi-sided platform designed to bridge business opportunities between corporates and startups, as well as innovative SMEs. The primary goal is to nurture joint ventures, particularly EU-LAC Partnerships, until they reach an investment-ready stage, while offering tailored acceleration services to each participating entity. The key objectives of the initiative are as follows:

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Identify high-potential digital collaboration areas in partnership with both EU and LAC countries.

Facilitate seamless connections between corporate challenges and innovative solutions originating from startups and SMEs.

Cultivate robust joint business cases by delivering acceleration services customized to the unique needs of each partnership.

Forge vital connections between digital projects and pertinent public and private investors to ensure their financial viability.

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