When I co-founded Future Story Capital, I knew one thing: investing in startups is not just about the idea, it’s about the people. The product may pivot, the market may shift, but the entrepreneur’s mindset and capacity to adapt determine whether an investment grows or fails.My background in HR and

by someone who is dyslexic, has ADD… and still managed to find ROI in the chaos.GITEX is not a conference, it’s an ecosystem, a marketplace, and, frankly, a test of human attention span. With over 200,000 people, thousands of exhibitors, and enough LED lights to power a small country, it’s

For startups and scale-ups alike, the sales pipeline is the foundation of predictable revenue. It gives you visibility into how leads progress, highlights where deals are stuck, and points to what needs attention next. Yet in many companies, pipelines evolve in a messy way: built on instinct, scattered notes, and

Venture capital (VC) is often celebrated as the fuel that powers startup innovation, offering not just funding but also credibility, strategic guidance, and access to expansive networks. Yet behind the headlines of unicorn valuations and billion euro exits lies a more complex reality. Venture capital is not a passive resource.

In recent years, the global startup landscape has expanded rapidly, driven by innovation, digitalisation, and entrepreneurial ambition. From modest beginnings to billion-euro “unicorns” like Klarna, UiPath, and Bolt, startups around the world are transforming traditional industries and capturing significant market share.Behind many of these high-growth companies is a crucial source

Our Aim at Future StoryAt Future Story, our aim is to bring future technologies to today’s world, shortening the time between innovation and implementation. We facilitate investment, business development and market penetration whilst matchmaking between companies and investors or buyers from different markets. In its matchmaking role, Future Story pairs

For many founders,’investment readiness’ is all about having a slick pitch deck. However, while a strong, well-designed presentation can grab investors’ attention and spark interest in the startup, it rarely seals the deal on its own. Seasoned investors, especially those looking for opportunities across different regions and cultures, are looking

In today’s hyper-connected world, we’re increasingly turning to automated, AI-powered digital platforms to make connections. Nowadays, matches are suggested by algorithms, in-person pitches are replaced by online portfolios, and entire funding rounds close without holding a single face-to-face meeting. While this technological leap has undeniably revolutionised the way startups and

In the fast-moving world of startups, building strong connections is just as important as having a game-changing idea. Networking goes beyond simple introductions — it creates opportunities for funding, mentorship, and industry insights that can shape a startup’s trajectory. Strong relationships open doors to valuable collaborations, market expansion, and expert

Future StoryFuture Story is a joint venture between AcrossLimits, a Maltese company represented by Angele Giuliano, and Grey Matter, an Emirati company represented by Kais Badran. Our goal is to connect European companies, especially startups, with investors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE)

Future Story is a joint venture between AcrossLimits, a Maltese company represented by Angele Giuliano, and Grey Matter, an Emirati company represented by Kais Badran. The aim is to make matches between European companies, particularly startups, and investors, mainly from the Gulf Cooperation Council (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and

Angele Giuliano, Managing Director at AcrossLimits, and Kais Badran, CEO at Grey Matter, embarked on a journey around two years ago to create a joint venture where they could align their expertise to build bridges between startups in Europe and investors in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.  Future Story

Angele Giuliano, Managing Director at AcrossLimits, and Kais Badran, CEO at Grey Matter, embarked on a journey around two years ago to create a joint venture where they could align their expertise to build bridges between startups in Europe and investors in the GCC countries.In today’s fast-evolving landscape, collaboration is

This week saw Future Story co-founders Angele Giuliano and Kais Badran participate in the European Innovation Council (EIC) Summit 2024 held in Brussels. The EIC is Europe’s flagship innovation programme to identify, develop and scale up breakthrough technologies and game changing innovations. In the years since its foundation in 2021,