4YFN: A Meeting Point for Startups and Investors at MWC
Global startup platform launched in 2014 by Mobile World Capital Barcelona in collaboration with GSMA, the organization behind Mobile World Congress (MWC). Its mission is to support startups, investors, and corporations in fostering innovation, collaboration, and future-forward technology ventures.
Originally conceived as a side event to MWC, 4YFN quickly grew into one of the world’s leading startup showcases, providing a space where early-stage companies could connect with global investors, accelerators, and corporate partners. The name “4 Years From Now” reflects the platform’s belief in nurturing startups that will shape the tech landscape in the near future.
- 2014: First edition held in Barcelona alongside MWC.
- Growth: Expanded from a few hundred attendees to thousands, attracting startups, VCs, and innovation hubs from over 100 countries.
- Themes: Focus on areas like digital health, fintech, AI, IoT, sustainability, and future mobility.
- Global Reach: While rooted in Barcelona, 4YFN has hosted editions and sessions at other GSMA events, including in Shanghai and Los Angeles.
Over the years, 4YFN has evolved into a central meeting point for innovation in Europe, bridging the gap between early-stage innovation and major industry players.
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