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2022-08-18 12:24:42 Is hybrid work going to be the future of work?

2022 study by ADP Research Institute reveals that:

1. Hybrid workers more than on-site workers feel stronger connections with colleagues.

2. Hybrid workers have a more positive outlook on their managers compared to on-site and remote workers.

3. In a hybrid work arrangement, manager attention and perception of career opportunities are reported to be the strongest.

According to our portfolio company inspace, hybrid work will continue to evolve with significant gains in employee engagement and inclusion. They explore this and other important areas that will drive most change to come in their recent article.

As people are adjusting to hybrid schedules, inspace is offering innovative tech solutions that enable companies to transform their existing offices into flexible and more comfrotable spaces.

The way we work has changed, and we have new needs in our hybrid age. And inspace’s technology is there to meet them!

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2022-08-16 13:05:55 Do you agree that stable Internet access = stable work?

Today, we rely heavily on Internet access. However, many people are still facing Internet connectivity issues, which affects negatively their working day.

According to Cisco's latest research, 75% of workers believe broadband services need to be improved to better support hybrid work.

But is a 100% stable Internet connection at all possible? Yes!

Our portfolio compay and Alchemist’ alumni MotionRay has found a way to an interrupted Internet connectivity!

They aggregated multiple carriers in one device, reducing the probability of simultaneous failure of even two providers to zero. This solution is able to operate all over the world on any device and through any provider.

And just recently, MotionRay has partnered with Bridge Digital Incorporated to provide the best, most robust connectivity in any environment.

This is the future of the Internet, and we at NRG Ventures are happy to be part of it!

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2022-08-11 12:42:33 According to the recent STV research, MENA is one of the most attractive markets for the development of technology ventures.

And we are proud to say that our portfolio company UVL Robotics has been operating in the MENA region for three years now! Their cutting-edge drone-based solutions have already proven effective in the UAE, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.

The company continues to successfully expand and develop in the region. Here’s a quick snapshot of UVL Robotics’ recent news:

— While improving the last mile delivery service using drones, they continue to stress test in regions with challenging weather and terrain conditions.

— They have visited the Dubai Police Supplies Warehouse to give a demo and discuss drone warehouse inventory solutions.

— In Oman, they are expanding the local team, which is another step towards scaling the business and conquering the region with breakthrough technologies!

Keep it up, guys!

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2022-08-09 12:10:26 We all see how layoffs are increasing all over the world, as companies are trying to cut their costs and reconsider office space utilization.

“How to make the most out of your office” — is an urgent issue many employers are rushing to solve.

Fortunately, there are tech solutions that can help in this regard, making both employers and employees satisfied.

As an example, our portfolio company Yoffix has recently launched a new heatmaps feature for their Desk Booking Platform for hybrid teams. It allows companies to analyze office utilization and capacity on a desk level.

Thanks to Yoffix, employers can win great insights and make their offices comfortable and efficient.

With the help of such data-driven solutions, companies are now able to create an efficient office space that makes sense and motivates people to work together!

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2022-08-04 16:04:44 NRG Ventures’ portfolio company Moeco was selected for incubation in the ninth installment of the InspireU program by stc!

Among all the applicants, Moeco has become one of only 15 startups to be granted this amazing opportunity! Thanks to NRG Ventures and a trip to Riyadh organized with the Fund’s help, they were able to quickly become noticed and get valuable connections in the region.

InspireU is created in collaboration with sirar by stc to help entrepreneurs achieve their dreams by delivering all the services they need. The incubated startups will be offered a number of helpful services and benefits, including mentorship and training programs, grants, logistical support, international and local exposure, and many more!

The program will start on the 7th of August and will last for 3 whole months.

Congratulations to Moeco on another significant step in expanding to the GCC market!

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2022-08-01 14:04:58 Last week, our portfolio company inspace took part in Venture Summit West, hosted by youngStartup Ventures!

At the event, the CEO and founder of inspace, Elena Beloshapkova, was invited to pitch on stage in Silicon Valley!

inspace was one of 200 companies worldwide to present during the 10th annual Venture Summit West 2022 in Silicon Valley. The event was a great opportunity for the company to connect with investors and share the vision of how their all-in-one office management solution can help manage hybrid workspaces and impact the future of hybrid work and employee engagement.

Congratulations to the inspace team!

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2022-07-29 13:03:02 Yesterday, NRG Ventures held the first open brainstorming session for Russian speakers!

At the session, the founder of NRG Ventures Roman Tyan listened to the startup ideas of the selected participants and shared his experience and advice with them. It was a great time!

Feel free to watch the recording on our YouTube channel:



Here are some valuable tips by Roman Tyan for those who want to build a startup:
— Watch, learn, and gain experience. According to the statistics, the majority of those who managed to start a successful business is over 35 years old.
— Try new ideas, grow your network, and keep abreast with current trends and developments.
— Your project must match your expertise. If you have gained knowledge and experience in one area, don’t start your startup in a different one.

Hope everyone enjoyed the event! Keep up with our news, so you don't miss the next one!

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2022-07-28 15:13:10 Roman Tyan, the Founder and GP at NRG Ventures, took part in Unicorn Pitches as a Judge and helped select the winner!

On July 27, Roman Tyan was a member of the Expert Board in the Unicorn Pitches in Brazil + Colombia, which is a part of the World’s Largest Startup Pitch Contest, Unicorn Events.

At the Unicorn Pitches Brazil + Colombia, 10 startups presented their projects LIVE to the Expert Board of top VCs, Corp, and famous business angels. The Board later evaluated each startup and gave their feedback and advice.

As the Expert Board Judge, Roman Tyan challenged the startups by actively asking them various questions. This way, he also challenged the founder of Luckie Tech — a Brazilian startup that became the winner. Luckie Tech is an IoT device to monitor children undergoing cancer treatment; a niche product that is also the only one in the LATAM market.

Thanks to Unicorn Events for a great experience, and congratulations to Luckie Tech on moving on to the next level!

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2022-07-26 13:56:53 Euronews Next about UVL Robotics and drone deliveries as the future of logistics

Euronews Next talked with UVL Robotics about the study the company conducted. It supports the idea that an autonomous 24/7 depot-to-parcel-station model could safely and efficiently fit in urban environments – including in areas of multi-story housing.

The UVL Robotics study shows that using drones to deliver parcels in urban environments soon will, at the very least, cost no more than having humans do the job. It also identified a clear path to profitability for the companies and investors betting on this technology.

NRG Ventures’ portfolio company and Alchemist Accelerator alumni, UVL Robotics is a global provider of AI-powered drone solutions, already operating in Europe and the Middle East and shaping the future of logistics.

Read the details on Euronews Next

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