The wait is over — BIRD Incubator’s new 6-month Incubation Program has officially started.
We kicked things off with Biljana Ljuban, who led icebreakers designed to break silos fast: 7-minute pair interviews, 3-minute team intros, and even the classic marshmallow challenge (yes, spaghetti + tape + marshmallows). The session ended with pizza, drinks, and plenty of casual conversation — the perfect start for the 12 new teams.
This year’s program is supported by our partners Telemach, Orqa, and Valamar — thanks for being part of the journey.
Over the next 6 months, the cohort will go through intense workshops, 1:1 mentoring, and multiple pitch rehearsals, building momentum all the way to Demo Day.
And now… time to meet the teams.
Meet the Startups in BIRD Incubation 25/26
Project01 – The “operating system” for startups, helping founders build smarter while giving investors and incubators real-time visibility.
Smart Film Collection (Cineo) – An AI-powered movie discovery platform that personalizes recommendations and makes watchlists social.
Only Plants (Vesela Motika) – Biotech nutrition capsules made from vertical-farmed microgreens — daily veggies in a simple capsule.
Vincentia – A caregiving platform that connects families with verified caregivers using AI matching, fair pricing, and career support.
Livvi.io – An all-in-one SaaS for independent hosts that cuts OTA commissions and centralizes bookings, payments, and marketing.
Jobbicus – A subscription platform for verified jobs, training, and relocation support, designed for migrant workers and employers.
Disscount – A price comparison startup making grocery shopping transparent across supermarkets.
Smart Hospitality – AI-powered CRM and multilingual assistants helping hotels and campsites improve guest experience and boost revenue.
Whispr – A stealth-native AI assistant for high-stakes environments like exams, interviews, and call centers.
Unlokie – Smart off-grid lockers that unlock access to sports courts, gear, and usage data for cities and sponsors.
Strives.ai – An AI platform that delivers GTM strategies in minutes, democratizing consulting for SMEs and founders.
Mediqcode.ai – AI-powered medical coding that improves accuracy and helps hospitals recover lost revenue.
We couldn’t be more excited to watch these teams build, grow, and challenge themselves over the next 6 months.
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