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07.06.2019
Wallifornia MusicTech Hackathon – An awesome experience ! by Tom Brückner
As a hackathon addict and music tech enthusiast, I couldn’t resist the invitation to participate in the music-related Wallifornia Music Tech Hackathon in Liège, Belgium. This unique hackathon is tightly coupled to the Les Ardentes music festival, an annual event with a pretty impressive line-up, including the Black Eyed Peas in 2019. In the first […]
03.06.2019
Conversation with Gianfranco Ceccolini, founder of MOD devices
We had a quick chat with Gianfranco Ceccolini, the founder of MOD devices, about his previous experiences at the Wallifornia MusicTech and general thoughts on music-tech. The company came away with our grand prize at the Pitch competition back in 2017, so we thought it would be interesting to follow up a few years later. […]
31.05.2019
Questions to Paul O’Brien, CEO of Mediatech Ventures
CEO of MediaTech Ventures, Paul O’Brien (aka SEO’Brien) is an old dog from the Silicon Valley. Born and raised in the startup-culture and the digital era, Paul built his first website in the ‘90s and was featured in the book Online Marketing Heroes. Passionate by the Media industry and innovation, he now works in Venture […]
31.05.2019
Acceleration Program 2019 batch : here are the 15 selected start-ups !
It’s time to announce the name of the startups which will participate to our acceleration program, in partnership with Universal Music Group. This year, we have the pleasure to welcome startups from all around the globe. We hope that all the satrups will enjoy and benefit from this week. Let’s work, create, and innovate together. […]
17.05.2019
Wallifornia MusicTech Hackathon 2018 Winners and Believe Digital Incubator
After winning the 2018 Wallifornia MusicTech Hackathon, the Sonarsic team was invited to a one day incubator session at the Believe Digital offices in Paris as part of their prize. The Belgium-based team traveled to Paris in September 2018 and met with Believe Digital’s Brice Delourmel, Analytics Product Manager and Mathias Pelletier, Product Director. The […]
14.05.2019
Wallifornia is in less than 50 days. New speakers announced !
We have launched our very first newsletter containing everything you need to know and all updates on the Wallifornia MusicTech 2019! We have some very exciting news in the form of the first wave of speakers to announce to you! Here they are: Yvan Boudillet: Yvan Boudillet is a Digital Entertainment Expert with over ten […]
13.05.2019
A closer look at LeanSquare
As part of the DNA of Wallifornia MusicTech, LeanSquare is in it’s own right a leading actor for start-ups and innovation in Belgium, we thought it was only right to take a closer look at this major player of the new economy. Established in 2014, Leansquare has set out from the very start to make […]
13.05.2019
5 good reasons to come to the Wallifornia MusicTech
Why should you be part of the Wallifornia MusicTech ? Well, that’s such a good question ! If our program hasen’t convinced you to book your tickets yet, here’s our best arguments. Be prepared, Wallifornia is coming ! Discovering new brilliant ideas First, you will explore the finest technologies in the MusicTech’s area. Whether it’s the Conferences, the […]
09.05.2019
Les Ardentes : showcase your start-up in our Wallifornia Park !
Whether you are looking for funding, talent, customers, media exposure or mentoring, Wallifornia offers a unique opportunity to reach the global audience and engage with the MusicTech community. As a music-tech conference, we are looking at how we can put you in the best possible position in order to scale up your model. We do […]
06.05.2019
Who can take part in the 24h Hackathon and why you should be part of it?
The 2nd of July will be a special day! During 24 hours, you’ll have a mission : imagine the future of music’s industry. Anyone that has a deep passion for programming and new technologies is welcome to take part in our Hackathon. Of course a passion for music paired with you passion for technology is […]
02.05.2019
The Wallifornia MusicTech Investor’s summit: help shape the future of the music industry
Only open to investors, the “Investors summit” will take place on the 4th of July. This unique and private event is designed to discuss key points in the fast moving world of MusicTech. Through concrete panels, participants will hear about the challenges and opportunities and gain insights into how the MusicTech sector is rapidly changing, […]
30.04.2019
Why startups should take part in Wallifornia MusicTech ?
Wallifornia MusicTech truly encourages all the MusicTech’s startups to participate in the event! Whether you are looking for funding, talents, customers, media exposure or mentoring, Wallifornia offers a unique chance to reach a global audience and engage with the MusicTech community. You could participate to our : ACCELERATION PROGRAM – From June 26th to July […]