You may have known it as “Demo Day.” This year, we’ve decided to rename it Startup Preview to better align it with the flagship event it precedes by one day: VivaTech 2026.
An Engaged Audience on the Eve of VivaTech
On June 16, Orange Fab invited all Orange Fab managers to come present their promising startups at the Orange Gardens site. This was a special opportunity offered to all Orange employees to give them an early look at the Group’s partner ecosystem, particularly for those who were unable to attend the VivaTech trade show.
On the main stage at Orange Gardens, some thirty startups from diverse backgrounds pitched their value propositions in exactly two minutes, offering a sneak peek ahead of VivaTech. This exceptional event was orchestrated by each of the Orange Fab directors, who came to present their startups in person, thereby highlighting the entire Fab network and its partners.
Now an annual tradition, this event goes far beyond a simple pitch: it’s a true icebreaker that fosters internal connections, exchanges, and discoveries. Thanks to this day, Orange teams were able to discover innovative solutions and engage with inspiring entrepreneurs—who are guided and supported throughout their journey by the Fabs—all of which provide opportunities to inspire the Group’s products and services.
An important event that is a source of pride for everyone
This recognition of the potential of the startups we support is a source of great pride for our network, which now includes 21 acceleration programs around the world, operating in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
At Orange, innovation is at the heart of our approach, driven by a constant commitment to creating value, anticipating our customers’ needs, and strengthening our independence. Our Orange Fab network plays a key role in this effort by identifying, supporting, and nurturing promising startups, offering them exclusive access to our resources, teams, and customers.
Tangible Success Stories
This momentum is translating into tangible successes. Among the examples that illustrate Orange Fab’s ability to identify, support, and scale up startups that address our strategic challenges:
- Mama Box: a Moroccan platform that supports expectant and new mothers through personalized care kits and an AI assistant available 24/7 to answer their questions about pregnancy and the baby’s first few months.
- Thunders (formerly Thunder Code): no-code AI agents that automate the creation and management of software tests, making quality assurance accessible to all teams, from developers to product managers.
- Igonogo: a martech solution that reveals consumers’ emotions and unspoken thoughts by analyzing their smartphone gestures, leading to more authentic and less biased market research.
These stories all demonstrate how the Orange Fab support program creates value for startups, our customers, and the Group alike.
In summary
This Startup Preview reflects our commitment to making innovation a priority, by showcasing the startup ecosystem we support and fostering connections between our teams and the leaders of tomorrow. It was a moment of sharing and pride for our entire network of startup accelerators across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
A big thank you to all the startups and the Orange teams for making this event such a special occasion.