Grow startups and small businesses

All the disruptors, investors and game-changers in one place to turn big ideas into growth for startups and small businesses.

Register your interest

MWC is the only place to find 4YFN, the digital startup event that brings together the key players in the ecosystem. So, investment opportunities can become the next big thing.

It’s where startups become scaleups, turn into small businesses and then become exhibitors on the MWC showfloor. The more you come, the more you grow!

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4YFN theme: AI XL

Discover the bold disruptors advancing AI in new and unexpected ways.

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4YFN programmes

Navigate the debate and the latest innovation across key sectors and roles in the startup ecosystem. Programmes this year include Investors, Digital Health, Green Tech and Fintech.

Last year’s highlights

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Find investment and next-level exposure

Put your company or organisation in front of hundreds of business leaders in the tech industry.

Last year, there were 1,000 investors with €50 billion of funds represented. Sponsor or exhibit at 4YFN.

4 YFN Awards Winner

4YFN Awards

Discover the best digital startups on the planet in 2025, through this most prestigious global competition.

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The greatest networking opportunities

MWC is the only place with such a breadth of decision makers that you get to meet the right people needed to turn meetings into successful deals.