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Check out the latest news about Upstream Festival.

South Holland: A startup powerhouse

The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Index 2025 confirms what founders and investors already know: South Holland is one of the most powerful startup regions in the Netherlands.

Startup and Scaleup Founders Get-Together

On October 16th, we invite founders and C-level executives of innovative, scalable, and fast-growing startups and scale-ups from all over The Netherlands & beyond to join us for a casual get-together. Share your wins, challenges, setbacks.

Exploring the Intersection of Biotechnology and Machine Learning

The convergence of biotechnology and machine learning is creating new opportunities for innovation. Cradle, a forward-thinking company, exemplifies this trend by harnessing the potential of AI to address complex biological challenges.

Pre-Registration for Upstream 2026 now open

The next edition of Upstream Festival in Rotterdam is taking place at 21 May 2026 – be the first to know when the ticket sales open.

Help shape Upstream 2026

If there’s one thing we’ve learned from six editions of Upstream, it’s this: the best ideas don’t just happen on stage – they come from the people building things.

Exploring the Future of Arctic Sea Ice Restoration

At Upstream Festival, industry leaders gathered to discuss an urgent issue: the restoration of Arctic sea ice and its impact on climate change. Fonger Ypma, founder and CEO of Arctic Reflections, shared his insights on innovative strategies

The Rise of Femtech

Femtech emerges as a transformative force. By leveraging technology, we can address the unique health needs of women, empower autonomy over their bodies, and create a healthier society.

Navigating Market Pivots

During the recent Upstream Festival, Ferdinand Grapperhaus, CEO of NextSense, shared invaluable insights into the dynamics of market pivots and strategic hiring.

A Funding Perspective on the Energy Transition

Securing funding is often one of the most challenging aspects for founders. During the recent Upstream Festival, Daniel Sordi and Bertrand van Leersum shared valuable insights