DEEP TECH INVESTOR DAY (June 3, 2026)

Hosted by Walid O. El Cheikh & 6 others
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​Deep Tech Investor Day (DTID)

​June 3, 2026

πŸ“ Main Program: 13:00–17:30
πŸ₯‚ Networking: 17:30–21:30

​Deep Tech Investor Day (DTID) returns for its 3rd annual edition – a curated, high-impact gathering designed primarily for investors shaping the future of critical technologies in Europe.

​We expect ~300 investors from multiple countries and ~100 startups, alongside academia and key ecosystem players.

​Three dedicated stages*:

  • ​Deep Tech & Engineering

  • ​Life Sciences & Health Tech

  • ​Defence & Dual-Use

    * See stage program below

​>>> Startups Apply here <<<
for a free stand and opportunity to pitch on one of the stages

​What to expect:

  • ​Curated startup pitches

  • ​Scientific speakers

  • ​Leading investors

  • ​Governmental officials from across the region

  • ​Academia stands in the expo area


​DTID 2026 – Program Overview

​We keep the on-stage content sharp, focused, and to the point. No fluff, just substance.

​Defence & Dual-Use Stage

​Stay Tuned: Speakers will be announced in the upcoming weeks

​13:00–15:00

  • ​Opening of the event with the BSV Ventures team, distinguished guests and platinum sponsor remarks

  • ​Panel Discussion I – Investors:
    Investing Under Pressure – Rethinking Risk, Returns and Time Horizons in Defence

  • ​Defence & Dual-Use Startup Pitches, Session I

​15:00–16:00

  • ​Networking Break

​16:00–17:30

  • ​Panel Discussion II – Startups:
    Battlefield-Proven Tech – Can Founders Who Haven't Seen War Build What War Actually Needs?

  • ​Defence & Dual-Use Startup Pitches, Session II

  • ​Panel Discussion III – Adoption and Primes:Β 
    From Prototype to Procurement: Who Actually Decides What Gets Deployed?


​Life Sciences & Health Tech Stage

​Stay Tuned: Speakers will be announced in the upcoming weeks

​13:00–15:00

  • ​Opening of the Life Sciences Track (+ following the streamed main opening)

  • ​Fireside Chat I:
    Google Maps for Cells – From Science to Scalable Impact

  • ​Life Sciences Startup Pitches, Session I

  • ​Keynote:
    Learnings from Life Science Spinoffs

  • ​Fireside Chat II:
    The Unresearched Gap in Women’s Health – Opportunities for Innovation?

​15:00–16:00

  • ​Networking Break

​16:00–17:30

  • ​Life Sciences Startup Pitches, Session II

  • ​Panel Discussion I:
    The Cure for Cancer – Changing Narratives in Cure Development


​Deep Tech & Engineering Stage

​Stay Tuned: Speakers will be announced in the upcoming weeks

​13:00–15:00

  • ​Opening of the Deep Tech Track (+ following the streamed main opening Defence Track)

  • ​Panel Discussion I:
    AI – Beyond Models: Who Controls Intelligence in Real-World AI Systems?

  • ​Deep Tech Startup Pitches, Session I

  • ​Panel Discussion II:
    Future of The Space Economy – Where's the Money for Investors?

  • ​Fireside Chat:
    Securing Innovation: The Hidden Dangers of IP Strategy

  • ​Deep Tech Startup Pitches, Session II

​15:00–16:00

  • ​Networking Break

​16:00–17:30

  • ​Panel Discussion II – Climate & Sustainability Investors:Β 
    The New Energy Tech Playbook: Security, Strategy, and Resilience

  • ​Deep Tech Startup Pitches III


​All Tracks

​Afterparty: 17:30–21:00

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Informal, high-quality networking with drinks, food, and curated introductions, bringing together capital, science, startups, and policy in the same room.

​All registrations are reviewed to ensure the right people are in the room.

​Organiser BSV Ventures in collaboration with Maria 01.

Sponsors:
Platinum Sponsors: Lexia Attorneys and Danske Bank
Gold Sponsors: Helsinki Partners, University of Helsinki, Kolster and DEFINE Accelerator

If you’re building or backing critical tech, apply to get your invitation!

Location
Maria 01
Lapinlahdenkatu 16, 00180 Helsinki, Finland