Startups for the Paris olympic games (sports, event, media tech)
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Paris was chosen as the host city for the 2024 Olympic Games by the International Olympic Committee in 2017. Organizing such a massive event requires coordination among various stakeholders, mobilization of diverse resources, and flawless cooperation between local authorities and Olympic committees to ensure safety and smooth operation for a wide range of partners and participants. Innovative startups are playing a crucial role in the preparations for the 2024 Olympics, bringing revolutionary solutions in fields like technology, sustainability, security, food, and transportation. Omar el Zayat heads the "Innovation Integration" unit within the Paris 2024 Olympic Committee, supporting the integration of startups to enhance event organization.  Out of 600 startups initially considered, 17 French startups were selected through rigorous testing phases, contributing significantly across various sectors to optimize the 2024 Olympics.