Partnerships
From Local to Global: Reflections on International Expansion at Stone & Chalk Sydney Originally delivered at Stone & Chalk’s Tech Central Sydney on October 16, 2025 A Gathering of Global Minds Last week, our founder (Mitchel Volkering) had the privilege of joining an exceptional panel at Stone & Chalk’s Tech Central Sydney hub, where they […]
The Hidden Tax on Innovation: Why SEP Transparency Matters for Europe’s Digital Future Reflections from the SXSW Sydney NEXT Stage Panel on “Startups, Standards, and Who Really Owns the Future of IoT” When we talk about standards in technology, we imagine a level playing field where any innovator can build the next breakthrough product. That’s […]
When regulators write rules for giants, startups often pay the price. This paradox was at the heart of our founder’s input at the SXSW Sydney panel discussion earlier this week. Our founder, Mitchel Volkering, had the opportunity to join a panel hosted by ACT | The App Association titled “Disruptors vs. Regulators: Who’s Really Shaping the […]
Bridging Worlds: Reflections from TNW 2024 June 2024 marked a pivotal moment for European tech policy discussions, bringing together diverse voices to shape the future. Here’s what I learned from the frontlines of the startup-policy interface at The Next Web. When Innovators Meet Policy: My TNW Journey “What a week!” That sentiment still perfectly captures […]
The Fair Representation Movement: A Voice for Digital Consumers In an era where technology regulators hold immense power over our digital lives, consumers are increasingly looking for ways to make their voices heard. Enter the Fair Representation (FAIRREP) movement, an initiative that has been gaining traction on social media, particularly on Twitter. Unlike traditional advocacy […]
(This post has been edited) vaicat was invited by Tesla Amsterdam for an amazing event. Tesla is working on a groundbreaking expansion in Europe and they seem ready to find the right talent to get this done. In 2015, Tesla is in a critical growth phase in Europe, solidifying its presence in key markets and […]