Call For Applications: Chaoyang International Talent Entrepreneurship Conference (ITEC) ( up to 7 million USD in funding)
Calling all startups!
Seize this extraordinary opportunity to elevate your startup by participating in ITEC Global 2024! For over a decade, ITEC has been the go-to event for trailblazing entrepreneurs, industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to come together and spark innovation.
Why should you apply? Winning startups will be in the running to secure up to 7 million USD* in funding—an opportunity that could propel your venture to new heights. This is your chance to showcase your groundbreaking ideas on a global stage, gain unparalleled exposure to top investors, and access invaluable resources, including office space.
Past editions have seen more than 1,128 projects implemented and over 4 billion USD* equivalent in investments secured. With a track record of attracting participation from 73 countries, over 50,000 entrepreneurs, and thousands of projects, ITEC has made a significant impact on Beijing’s innovation landscape.
Don’t miss out on this chance to make your mark and drive the future of innovation. Apply now and join us in shaping the global entrepreneurial landscape!
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Our Competition Tracks
Industrial Net
- Industrial Automation: Sensors, controllers, edge computing.
- Digital Equipment: Smart instruments, automation devices.
- Network Infrastructure: Services, equipment.
- Industrial Internet Security: Protection, monitoring, services.
- Platforms and Software: System solutions, operational software.
- System Solutions: Operating systems, immersive interactions, simulations, blockchain.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- AI Foundation: Data services, AI chips, cloud services.
- AI Technologies: Computer vision, natural language processing, biometrics.
- AI Applications: Enterprise services, smart manufacturing, smart logistics, smart cities.
- Key Technologies: Pre-trained models, AGI (Artificial General Intelligence), AIGC (Artificial Intelligence-Generated Content).
Internet 3.0
- Digital Twins: Mapping and modelling, digital humans.
- Extended Reality: Virtual engines, 3D modelling, ray tracing.
- High-Refresh-Rate Displays: Micro OLED, MiniLED, near-eye displays, holographic displays.
Digital Healthcare
- AI-driven drug discovery, diagnostic tools, intelligent medical devices, computational biology, computational chemistry, drug databases, high-performance medical robotics, multifunctional imaging systems
Future Manufacturing Technologies
- Humanoid Robots and Components: smart chips, servo motors, smart controllers, applications in industrial transport, elderly care, and medical assistance.
- Future Energy: Carbon footprint tracking, carbon trading platforms, international carbon management services.
- Future Aerospace: Satellite internet, navigation, remote sensing technologies.
Photonic Integrated Circuits
- Design and development of integrated circuits, photonic integration including research on silicon photonics, services for R&D, design tools, IP, packaging, and testing.
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Prizes To Be Won
Up to 7 million USD* (RMB 51 million) available in funding!
For disruptive technologies and strategic talents, a “case-by-case approach” will allocate additional resources for comprehensive support, including assistance with talent, industry connections, capital, and space.
Winning startups and SMEs prizes include:
- Grand Prize 1 winner – ~670,000 USD* (RMB 5 million)
- First Prize 4 winners – ~400,000 USD* (RMB 3 million) each
- Second Prize 8 winners – ~270,000 USD* (RMB 2 million each)
- Third Prize 12 winners – ~130,000 USD* (RMB 1 million each)
- Merit Award 30 winners – ~ 30,000 USD* (RMB 200,000 each)
Deadline:: August 31st