Startup World Cup

03/18/2026

🇵🇱 Warsaw is calling its next standout startup.

The Startup World Cup Warsaw Regional is open for applications! This is your chance to step in front of leading investors and industry leaders, build meaningful connections within the ecosystem, and put your startup on a global radar.

The regional winner will advance to the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco, where they’ll join global champions and compete for a $1M investment prize.

If you’re ready to take your company beyond the local stage, we’d love to hear what you’re building.

📅 Application Deadline for 2nd Batch: March 14, 2026
📍 Event Date: April 22, 2026
🤝 In partnership with Wolves Summit

Apply here: https://www.wolvessummit.com/open-calls/call-for-startups/

Stay posted for updates: https://www.startupworldcup.io/poland-warsaw

03/18/2026

🇪🇸 Madrid’s next breakout startup might be closer than you think.

We are now accepting applications for the Startup World Cup Madrid Regional! This regional will bring together founders, investors, and innovators from across the ecosystem for a day of ideas, connections, and competition. If you are a startup founder, this is an opportunity that you don't want to miss out.

The winner of this competition will earn the chance to represent Madrid at the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco, joining top startups from around the world and competing for a $1M investment prize.

If you’re building something with real momentum, this is your stage.

📅 Application Deadline: April 15, 2026
📍 Event Date: May 26, 2026 | IESE Business School
🤝 In partnership with Linhas Comunicacao

Apply here: https://airtable.com/apptaNDIw8GXNLLbw/pagiGAx1bVY0NhAkh/form

Stay tuned for more updates: https://www.startupworldcup.io/madrid-regional-2026

03/18/2026

🇮🇹 Milan has its champion!

Congratulations to Capsule Corporation for winning the Startup World Cup Milan Regional! 🎉 Capsule Corporation is a startup that designs and produces innovative water-based propulsion systems that is high-performing and sustainable.

After an exciting competition featuring innovative startups from across the region, Capsule Corporation secured the top spot and will now move on to the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco. There, they’ll compete alongside regional winners from around the world for the $1M investment prize.

See you in San Francisco! 🚀

03/13/2026

The world's #1 pitch competition is coming back to Silicon Valley!

Be part of the Startup World Cup Silicon Valley Regional to pitch for a chance to showcase the brightest ideas you have. The selected Top 15 applicants will present on the global stage, where the winner can join the 100+ other global finalists at the Startup World Cup Grand Finale series. We have a amazing line up of judges from Andreessen Horowitz, Khosla Ventures, Samsung Ventures and more!

APPLY NOW: https://www.startupworldcup.io/silicon-valley-app-2026

📅 Application Deadline: April 26, 2026
📍 Event details: May 7th, 2026 | Computer History Museum, Mountain View

Learn more here: https://www.startupworldcup.io/silicon-valley-regional

03/13/2026

🇹🇳 Tunisia’s next global startup could be you.

The Startup World Cup Tunisia Regional is now accepting applications from ambitious founders ready to showcase their ideas to investors, industry leaders, and the broader innovation community.

One standout startup will earn the opportunity to represent Tunisia at the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco, joining top startups from around the world and competing for a $1M investment prize.

If you're building something that deserves global attention, we’d love to see you apply.

📅 Application Deadline: March 20, 226
📍 Event Date: April 23, 2026 | Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Center
🤝 In partnership with Tunisia Digital Summit

Apply now!: https://eventoo.io/event-create-account/55_695bbe24e39b2

Learn more about the event here: https://www.startupworldcup.io/tunisia-regional

03/12/2026

A new AgTech champion is heading to the global stage!🏆

Huge congratulations to C16 Biosciences for winning the Startup World Cup Agriculture & Food Regional! 🎉 C16 Biosciences is a biotechnology company that creates a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to conflict palm oil.

By taking the top spot in Champaign, they’ve secured their place at the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco, where they’ll join regional winners from around the world and compete for the $1M investment prize.

See you in San Francisco!

03/12/2026

Join the World's #1 Startup Pitch Competition in Moldova! 🇲🇩

The Startup World Cup Moldova Regional provides startups global exposure, investment opportunities, and connections with industry thought leaders and executives. The winner from this regional event will advance to the Grand Finale for the chance to win a $1,000,000 investment prize!

Why Apply?
- Present your startup to top-tier investors and industry leaders in the local ecosystem
- Expand your network with key decision-makers and influencers
- Elevate your startup’s visibility on an international scale

📅 Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
📍 Event Date: April 22, 2026 | Chișinău Arena
🤝 in partnership with Startup Moldova

Seize this opportunity NOW: https://www.startupworldcup.io/moldova-2026

Learn more about the event here: https://www.startupworldcup.io/moldova-regional-2026

03/11/2026

Houston is where the future of energy meets entrepreneurship.

Join us for the Startup World Cup Houston Regional, where emergin startups in the energy sector will pitch their bold ideas in front of leading investors, indsutry experst, and the innovation commuity.

The winning startup will earn the opportunity to represent Houston at the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco, competing with top startups from around the world for a $1M investment prize.

If you're interested in the technologies and founders driving the next wave of energy innovation, we invite you to be part of the scene.

📅 Date: March 25, 2026
📍 Location: CERAWeek -- George R. Brown Convention Center
🤝 in partnership with Rice Alliance

Register now!: https://www.startupworldcup.io/houston-regional-2026

03/10/2026

📌 Compete for $1,000,000 at the Startup World Cup Silicon Valley Regional!

The Startup World Cup Silicon Valley Regional is taking place on May 7th at the Computer History Museum. With 500+ attendees expected including startups, investors, corporate leaders, VCs, and media. This is a powerful opportunity to showcase your startup and connect with the Silicon Valley ecosystem.

We’ll also have an incredible lineup of Silicon Valley VCs judging the pitches and selecting the regional champion.

🏆 The winning startup will advance to the Grand Finale in November for a chance to compete for the $1M investment prize.

🗓️ Applications close April 26.
Don’t miss your chance & apply now: https://www.startupworldcup.io/silicon-valley-app-2026
🎟️ Register to Attend: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1976784541778?aff=oddtdtcreator

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03/09/2026

Who says you have to wait to change the world?

The Startup World Cup is back at The Harker School for our unique youth qualifier regional!

The Harker National Youth Qualifier invites elementary, middle, and high school student founders—or students with a compelling business idea to compete under the same rigorous standards used to evaluate leading startups worldwide. Participants will pitch their ventures to a panel of experienced judges from the technology, venture capital, and startup ecosystem.

The winner of the Harker National Youth Qualifier will advance to the Grand Finale in San Francisco to compete against the world's best for a $1,000,000 investment prize! Startup World Cup offers not only visibility, but also mentorship and coaching opportunities for these exceptionally talented students. This is your moment to shine on the biggest stage!

📅 Application Deadline: April 5, 2026
📍 Event Date: April 17, 2026 | The Rothschild Performing Arts Center (Harker)

Apply to Pitch: startupworldcup.io/harker-app-2026

Register to Attend: swcharkerregional.eventbrite.com

03/07/2026

The highlights from the 2025 Startup World Cup Kyushu Regional are officially live! From high-stake pitches to elite networking, the spirit of innovation was on full display.

🎥 Watch the full recap: https://youtu.be/B-4QXRBO-SI

A huge thank you to the founders who took the stage, our esteemed panel of judges for their insights, and everyone who attended to support. You made this regional for the books.

🏆 Big shoutout to our winner, Toy Medical, for taking the regional championship!

The road doesn't end here. We look forward to another successful regional in Kyushu this year.

Keep buliding and keep disrupting!

03/07/2026

Who will lead the next Agricultural Revolution?

We are bringing together the brightest minds in Agriculture and Food sector to pitch in Champaign, Illinois! The founders at the Startup World Cup Champaign regional will be competing for a spot at the Grand Finale, where they get a shot for the $1 million investment prize.

We invite you to join us for the global stage where startups showcase the most innovative ideas in agricultural technology.

📅 Date: March 10, 2026
📍 Location: Illinois Conference Center
🤝 in partnership with UIUC Research Park and Serra Ventures

Register now!: https://www.startupworldcup.io/usa-regional-champaign