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Asia’s leading deep tech startup pitching competition is back
SLINGSHOT – your startup to global success
SLINGSHOT is back for its 10th edition and we’re redefining the future as we celebrate a decade of making Singapore the global homeground for innovation!
We’re inviting deep tech startups from around the world to compete for attractive grant prizes and scale from Singapore’s innovation arena – where you can experiment boldly, test fearlessly, and propel your business into the global spotlight.
Last year, more than 6,800 startups from 150+ countries joined the challenge, with the Top 60 Global Startups pitching live at Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH).
Why join?
🏆 Compete – Earn a spot among the Top 50 Global Startups and vie for attractive grant prizes.
🌏 Immerse – Join curated site visits and expert-led sessions in Singapore.
🤝 Connect – Meet global investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders.
🔬 Collaborate – Co-innovate with industry partners to scale your solution.
🎤 Pitch – Take the stage at the SLINGSHOT 2026 Finals.
Competition Domains
🧠 Advanced Computing & Intelligence🏭 Advanced Manufacturing & Industrial Systems🔐 Digital Technologies & Security🌱 Environment, Energy & Sustainability🧬 Health & Biomedical
Apply here: https://bit.ly/slingshot2026-vc4a
Contact for more questions at alexander.young@agorize.com