The 2026 Startup Challenge is now officially open for applications! Hosted by Startup Terrace under the guidance of the Administration of Small and Medium Enterprise, MOEA, this competition is your direct gateway to partnering with 30 world-class corporations and securing funding for your solutions.
This year, we are focusing on Green Tech and AI Transformation, featuring 31 specific industry challenges. This is your best opportunity to bridge the gap between innovation and market application!
#Key Highlights & Benefits
- Direct Corporate Linkage: Collaborate with 30 industry leaders, including NVIDIA, MediaTek, Pegatron, Swire Coca-Cola, New Taipei Metro, ASE Group, Taiwan Water Corporation, Taipower, and major medical institutions.
- 1-on-1 Mentorship: Selected startups will receive dedicated guidance from corporate experts to refine their solutions.
- Real Industry Insights: Gain access to authentic pain points and on-site data through deep-dive investigations.
- Funding Support: Winners can receive a PoC (Proof of Concept) subsidy of up to NT$800,000.
- Exclusive Resources: Opportunities for award ceremony exposure, exhibition showcases, office space residency, and high-level matchmaking.
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#What are the Industry Needs?
We are looking for innovative solutions in the following areas:
- Low-carbon factory operations & optimization
- Resource recycling and circular economy
- Digital governance for energy efficiency
- Environmental pollution prevention
- Environmental monitoring & carbon footprinting
- Predictive maintenance & sensing monitoring
- Data integration for decision support
- Interactive inspection & monitoring systems
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#How to Apply
Explore the detailed "Pain Point Presentations" and "Problem Statements" to better understand corporate needs and prepare your winning pitch.
Deadline: May 29, 2026 (Friday) at 23:59 (GMT+8)
Don't miss this chance to scale your business and co-create the future with global industry giants. We look forward to seeing your innovative proposals!
Best regards, The Startup Terrace Team