Rasa Petrone

In 2026, Lithuania’s startup ecosystem reached a new stage of maturity – in just six months, two new unicorns emerged in the country, and the total value of the startup ecosystem reached 16.4 billion euros. To celebrate the ecosystem’s growth, business leaders, investors, and founders will gather at Startup Fair 2026 in Vilnius on September 17. Lithuania’s startup ecosystem has had a record-breaking last couple of years. Two new unicorns, Cast AI and Oxylabs, emerged in the country in just...

According to a public opinion survey commissioned by Swedbank, 44% of Lithuania’s working-age population would like to start their own business, yet only 4% have taken concrete steps towards doing so. The survey shows that many aspiring entrepreneurs are still at the consideration stage: 14% have thought about starting a business but do not yet have a concrete plan, while 9% already have an idea but lack the necessary funding or time. What drives people to start their own business? The main...

In the third decade of the 21st century, resilience is no longer optional - it has become a strategic priority. As the world faces mounting geopolitical tensions, rapid technological shifts, AI-driven disruption, and escalating cyber risks, the ability to adapt and endure is now a defining advantage. Against this backdrop, Palanga Resilience Bootcamp 2026 will take place on August 19–21 in Palanga, Lithuania, bringing together builders and decision-makers to turn challenges into scalable...