Startup founders have an exciting opportunity on the horizon as the world’s largest startup competition, the Startup World Cup, returns to Prague on October 24th. Hosted at the Engaged Investments Conference, co-organized by DEPO Ventures and J&T Ventures, this Regional Finale is part of a global series spanning over 70 regional events across six continents. The winners from Prague will advance to the Grand Finale in Silicon Valley, where they will compete for a $1 million prize. Organized by Pegasus Tech Ventures, this pres3gious event has drawn high-profile speakers and judges from companies like Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Netflix.
The Startup World Cup is a global competition managed by Pegasus Tech Ventures, a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm with over $2 billion in assets. Their impressive portfolio includes companies such as SpaceX, Airbnb, and Robinhood.
This year’s competition is set to be more rewarding than ever, offering startups not just a shot at the prestigious $1 million grand prize in Silicon Valley, but also additional prizes. Founders will have a chance to secure €100,000 in funding from DEPO Ventures and to win a €2,000 travel award from VISA, one of the world’s leaders in digital payments, and Seed Starter.
The combination of funding opportunities, international visibility, and the potential to compete on a global stage makes the Startup World Cup Regional Finale in Prague a must-attend event for any startup looking to accelerate its growth and make a mark in the industry.
Whether a winner or not, every startup will gain exposure, experience and connections which can be instrumental in its journey.
The Startup World Cup Regional Finale in Prague will take place at the leading venture capital event, the Engaged Investments Conference, held at the historic Kaiserstein Palace. It is open to any pre-seed, seed, or Series A startups from Central and Eastern Europe and the Bal3cs.
To participate, startups must have their primary founder or company based in the region and be prepared to end the event in person on October 24th, 2024. The selection committee will choose the top 10 startups to compete, with the jury consisting of VC analysts and general partners from five prestigious funds. The deadline for applications is September 21, 2024. Interested startups can submit their applications via the provided form.
The Startup World Cup has a history of propelling startups to new heights, with past winners going on to achieve significant milestones in their industries. For any startup looking to scale and succeed on a global stage, the Prague Regional Finale is an opportunity not to be missed.
More about Engaged Investments Conference
Engaged Investments is an international conference that connects investors and startups across Europe and the USA, with a focus on sectors like defense, cybersecurity, AI, and biotechnology. Co-organized by DEPO Ventures and J&T Ventures, the conference fosters cross-border investments, featuring keynote speakers from leading venture capital firms and unicorn startups. It offers opportunities for knowledge-sharing, networking, and competitions like the regional finale of the prestigious Startup World Cup. Engaged Investments promotes collaboration between startups and investors to support innovative technologies and venture growth.