On May 28, 2025, the Vesper Lounge in downtown Vancouver transformed into a powerhouse of innovation and collaboration, as over 250 attendees — from startup founders and global investors to tech ecosystem builders — converged for the unforgettable UAtech Venture Night. What unfolded was far more than a pitch competition. It was a celebration of entrepreneurial drive, marked by deep conversations and a strong sense of community spirit. A Gathering That Mattered UAtech Venture Night wasn’t jus

What does it really take to turn an idea into a fast-growing startup—and navigate a successful exit? For Vitalii Romanchenko, it began with a curious mindset, deep tech experience, and the decision to focus sharply on one niche. As the founder of Elai.io, an AI-powered video generation platform, Vitalii led the company from launch to acquisition by industry leader Panopto in just over three years. Today, he continues the journey as Head of AI Product Strategy at Panopto, helping shape the futu

An Interview with Volodymyr Demianenko What makes a startup investable, not just in theory, but in practice? How do top investors decide who gets their money, time, and trust? Few people can answer those questions as clearly — and honestly — as Alex Vitchenko. With over 20 years in tech, around 40 startup investments, and multiple successful exits, Vitchenko brings the rare combination of entrepreneurial grit and investor insight. As the founder of Digital Future, a Ukraine-born VC fund backin

Grants. Tax credits. Wage subsidies. These are just a few of the non-dilutive funding sources that thousands of startups leave on the table every year, simply because they don’t know how to access them. If you're bootstrapping or burning equity too soon, this is your wake-up call. On April 29, 2025, UAtech hosted a high-impact webinar titled "Smart Alternative Funding for Your Business", designed to help founders unlock exactly how to find and secure capital that doesn’t cost them control of th