{"id":40831,"date":"2025-02-26T19:18:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T16:18:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entarabi.com\/?p=40831"},"modified":"2025-02-26T19:32:07","modified_gmt":"2025-02-26T16:32:07","slug":"metalchemy-wins-web-summit-qatar-pitch-competition-for-tackling-food-waste-with-nanotechnology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entarabi.com\/en\/2025\/02\/metalchemy-wins-web-summit-qatar-pitch-competition-for-tackling-food-waste-with-nanotechnology\/","title":{"rendered":"Metalchemy Wins Web Summit Qatar PITCH Competition for Tackling Food Waste with Nanotechnology"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"273\"><strong>Metalchemy<\/strong> wins the Web Summit Qatar PITCH competition thanks to its innovative nanotechnology that extends the shelf life of food products and reduces food waste.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"428\">The company leverages silver nanoparticles derived from natural ingredients such as oregano to prevent bacterial growth and keep food fresh for longer.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"506\"><strong>Web Summit Qatar 2025<\/strong> Welcomes 25,747 Attendees from 124 Countries, making it the largest gathering of startups in the Middle East.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"1132\">Metalchemy secured the <strong data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"912\">Web Summit Qatar PITCH<\/strong> award after surpassing <strong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"990\">Earlybean from Nigeria and Fortyguard from the UAE<\/strong> in the final round. A total of <strong data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1037\">35 startups<\/strong> competed in group-stage rounds over three days, leading to the selection of three finalists.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1203\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1201\">Revolutionizing Food Preservation with Silver Nanoparticles<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1604\">Metalchemy is committed to <strong data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1256\">combating food waste<\/strong> by extending the shelf life of perishable food products through its groundbreaking <strong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1363\">silver nanoparticle<\/strong> technology. Extracted from natural sources like oregano, these <strong data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1458\">antibacterial nanoparticles<\/strong> can be applied to <strong data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1520\">plastic, paper, and bio-based materials<\/strong>, forming a protective layer that preserves food freshness and minimizes spoilage.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1673\"><strong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1625\">Federico Trotta<\/strong>, Co-founder and CEO of Metalchemy, commented:<\/p>\n<blockquote dir=\"ltr\" data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1867\">\n<p data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1867\"><em data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1865\">&#8220;Our goal is to educate the public about this revolutionary technology, which extends beyond food preservation. We see enormous potential in sectors like healthcare, cosmetics, and more.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1952\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1950\">Expanding into Healthcare in Collaboration with University College London<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2225\">Metalchemy\u2019s vision is not limited to food technology. The company plans to <strong data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2056\">expand into healthcare<\/strong> through ongoing research in partnership with <strong data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2137\">University College London (UCL)<\/strong>, exploring the applications of nanotechnology in <strong data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2223\">cosmetics and biomedical fields.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2275\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2273\">Strong Investor Support for Metalchemy<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2355\">Currently, the startup enjoys backing from several key investors, including:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2454\">\n<li data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2387\"><strong data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2385\">G-Force Venture Capital<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2420\"><strong data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2418\">Katapult Venture Capital<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2454\"><strong data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2452\">Innovate UK Grant Funding<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2456\" data-end=\"2537\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2535\">Web Summit Qatar 2025: The Largest Startup Gathering in the Middle East<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2846\">With 1,520 startups, including 228 Qatari companies, Web Summit Qatar 2025 highlighted the rapid growth of the tech and entrepreneurship ecosystem in the Middle East. The event attracted global investors, industry leaders, and innovative startups seeking to shape the future of technology.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2848\" data-end=\"2925\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2923\">Artificial Intelligence Takes Center Stage at Web Summit Qatar 2025<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"2927\" data-end=\"3115\">AI was a key discussion theme, with sessions focusing on its future in the Middle East, ethical challenges, economic impact, and the role of government policies in AI governance.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"3117\" data-end=\"3168\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3166\">AI-Powered Networking at Web Summit Qatar<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3494\">Web Summit leveraged AI technology to enhance attendee experience, facilitating over 120 networking sessions via its digital platform. The system analyzed participant data\u2014including interests, industries, professions, and locations\u2014to connect attendees with the right people for meaningful discussions.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3553\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong data-start=\"3500\" data-end=\"3551\">Key Networking Events at Web Summit Qatar 2025:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"3554\" data-end=\"3726\">\n<li data-start=\"3554\" data-end=\"3590\">Qatar Founders &amp; CEOs Meetup<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3624\">Telecoms &amp; IT Enthusiasts<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3625\" data-end=\"3660\">Ads &amp; Marketing Enthusiasts<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3661\" data-end=\"3697\">Education Enthusiasts Meetup<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"3726\">Women in Tech Meetup<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"3728\" data-end=\"3784\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong data-start=\"3732\" data-end=\"3782\">Highlighted Sessions at Web Summit Qatar 2025:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"3785\" data-end=\"4037\">\n<li data-start=\"3785\" data-end=\"3866\">Redefining Success in Hollywood and Beyond \u2013 With Will Smith &amp; Jay Shetty<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3867\" data-end=\"3920\">The Global AI Race: Who Will Lead the Future?<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3921\" data-end=\"3994\">Investing in Transformational Sectors: Shaping the Future of Tech<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4037\">How to Build Products People Love?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"4039\" data-end=\"4114\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong data-start=\"4043\" data-end=\"4112\">Investment and Partnership Opportunities at Web Summit Qatar 2025<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4186\">Some of the world\u2019s <strong data-start=\"4136\" data-end=\"4153\">top investors<\/strong> attended the event, including:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"4187\" data-end=\"4322\">\n<li data-start=\"4187\" data-end=\"4223\">Noor Sweid \u2013 Global Ventures<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4224\" data-end=\"4254\">Kevin Jask \u2013 Greycroft<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4255\" data-end=\"4322\">Mohammed Ahmed Al-Hardan \u2013 Qatar Investment Authority (QIA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"4324\" data-end=\"4536\">Major global corporations, including Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, TikTok, Cloudflare, and Huawei, also showcased their latest innovations, alongside a strong presence from Qatari and international startups.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"4538\" data-end=\"4582\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong data-start=\"4542\" data-end=\"4580\">Web Summit Qatar to Return in 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"4584\" data-end=\"4815\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Following the overwhelming success of the 2025 edition, Web Summit Qatar will return to Doha from February 1 to 4, 2026, continuing its mission to foster innovation and collaboration among the world&#8217;s leading tech pioneers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Metalchemy wins the Web Summit Qatar PITCH competition thanks to its innovative nanotechnology that extends the shelf life of food products and reduces food waste. 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