Deadline Date: May 31, 2026 The Startup Innovation Challenge 2026 is an online innovation challenge and business growth experience designed for startups, SMEs, tech innovators, and entrepreneurs across Nigeria. The challenge focuses on EduTech, HealthTech, FinTech, AgroTech, Web3/Blockchain, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Startup Innovation Challenge 2026 (Nigeria)
Open Energy Lab II: Driving Energy Transition Innovation (Italy)
Deadline Date: April 17, 2026 The Open Energy Lab II edition Call aims to support the development of innovative solutions in the energy sector by fostering collaboration between SMEs, startups, market players, and investors. The key objectives of the call include supporting the creation of a … [Read more...] about Open Energy Lab II: Driving Energy Transition Innovation (Italy)
CHISEL Healthcare InnoMatch Prize 2026
Deadline Date: April 13, 2026 The CHISEL Healthcare InnoMatch Prize 2026 is calling for innovative, market-ready or near market-ready solutions to address critical and emerging healthcare needs. The challenge focuses on enhancing health through an AI and tech-enabled workforce, leveraging AI … [Read more...] about CHISEL Healthcare InnoMatch Prize 2026
Palestinian Tech Startups Invited to Participate in WMF – We Make Future 2026
Deadline Date: April 19, 2026 Palestinian tech companies and innovative entities now have the opportunity to gain international exposure and market access by participating in WMF – We Make Future 2026. The focus areas for this initiative include supporting technology, digital solutions, AI, … [Read more...] about Palestinian Tech Startups Invited to Participate in WMF – We Make Future 2026
Open Call: MANAGE-FISHub Incubation Program (India)
Deadline: 31 March 2026 The MANAGE-FISHub Incubation Program is a national initiative designed to mentor and empower aspiring aquapreneurs and fisheries startups to transform innovative ideas into viable, impactful ventures. The focus areas of the program include Fisheries Extension & … [Read more...] about Open Call: MANAGE-FISHub Incubation Program (India)
Innovation Connect Grant Supporting Startups and Entrepreneurs (Australia)
Deadline: 10 April 2026 The Canberra Innovation Network, on behalf of the ACT Government, is offering the Innovation Connect (ICON) grant to support the growth of startups and empower entrepreneurs to develop innovative ideas in the Canberra region. The focus areas of the program include … [Read more...] about Innovation Connect Grant Supporting Startups and Entrepreneurs (Australia)
Y Combinator Accelerator Program for Startup Growth and Funding
Deadline: 4-May-2026 The Y Combinator (YC) Program is a three-month accelerator designed to help startups rapidly grow, refine their products, and expand opportunities for funding. The primary objectives of the program are to help startups significantly improve their product, increase their … [Read more...] about Y Combinator Accelerator Program for Startup Growth and Funding
Submissions open for BuildAI Pitch Event (India)
Deadline: 31-March-2026 The Immersive Technology Entrepreneurship Labs, in partnership with the IndiaAI Mission has launched the BuildAI Pitch Event—an initiative to identify and nurture promising AI-driven startups addressing India’s unique challenges. The initiative focuses on identifying … [Read more...] about Submissions open for BuildAI Pitch Event (India)
Call for Entries: Digital Sustainability Training Modules Challenge
Deadline: 27-April-2026 The VivaTech is pleased to announce its applications to develop innovative digital sustainability training modules aimed at enhancing sustainable IT practices across its global workforce. The focus areas of this initiative include training employees involved in … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Digital Sustainability Training Modules Challenge
The Startup Challenge: Rewiring Ambition and Sovereignty
Deadline: 27-April-2026 The VivaTech has launched its applications to support global leaders by strengthening its DeepTech ecosystem and supporting startups at critical growth stages. The challenge focuses on key areas crucial for European sovereignty, including DeepTech, Climate and Energy, … [Read more...] about The Startup Challenge: Rewiring Ambition and Sovereignty
