Embark on a remarkable journey by participating in the prestigious HICOOL Global Entrepreneurship Competition in Beijing, a city ranked 3rd globally in startup ecosystems.
This competition is a golden opportunity for early and growth-stage technology startups, offering a chance to compete for a share of over $11 million in prize money.
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Imagine standing among the best in a city that houses 93 unicorns. The HICOOL Global Entrepreneurship Competition is more than a contest; it’s a launchpad for your innovative startup. With a prize pool exceeding USD 11 million and categories covering AI, healthcare, new tech, and more, this is where your ideas meet opportunity.
Key Highlights:
🚀 Prize Pool: Compete for a substantial share of over USD 11 million.
🌐 Global Reach: Open to ambitious technology startups in the early or growth stage worldwide.
Comprehensive Categories:
1️⃣ AI/VR/FinTech
2️⃣ Medicine and Healthcare
3️⃣ New Generation of Information Technology
4️⃣ High-end Equipment
5️⃣ New Energy/New Materials/Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection
6️⃣ Cultural Creativity
7️⃣ AgriTech/FoodTech
🗓 Competition Agenda (Proposed): Suitable startups will receive support during the application period to enhance applications and provide additional information.
Program type
Startup Competition
Stage
- Series A
SeedAngel
- Series B
Pre-Seed
Sector
- AI
- Technology
- VR
- FinTech
- Precision
- Medicine
- Healthcare
- Information Technology
- SaaS
- Intelligent Equipment
- Energy Conservation
- New Energy
- New Material
- Biotech
- EnvironmentalProtection
- Culture Creativity
- AgriTech
- Foodtech
Ecosystem
Global
Program benefits
Massive Prize Pool: Over USD 11 million
💰 7 x First Prize: 300,000 USD (2 Million RMB]
💰 21 x Second Prize: 150,000 USD [1 Million RMB]
💰 42 x Third Prize: 75,000 USD [500,000 RMB]
💰 70 x Additional Winning Prize: 30,000 USD [200,000 RMB]
Additional Benefits at HICOOL 2024
Participating startups in the preliminary round of the HICOOL Global Entrepreneurship Competition gain access to a host of valuable benefits:
🤝 Investor Matchmaking: Connect with 1st tier investors such as GGV, Skysaga, Sequoia, and more.
🌐 PoC Introductions: Forge partnerships with Fortune 500 companies and leading corporates from both international and Chinese sides.
🚀 Pitch Training: Receive support from the HICOOL team to fine-tune your pitches for the Chinese audience.
👥 Mentorship: Access guidance from experienced mentors.
📣 Media Exposure: Showcase your startup to a wider audience.
🌐 Visa Support: Facilitate your visa process.
🏢 Company Setup Support: Assistance in setting up your company.
💰 Loan Support: Available if needed.
🌿 Green-Card Support: Subject to meeting requirements.
Why Apply Through Founders Lair?
- Awarded Startup Scout of the Year in 2020, 2021, and 2022.
- Helped 250+ startups reach semi-finals or win prestigious prizes.
- Continuous support throughout the competition journey.
How to Apply
If you are a global and ambitious startup eager to join one of the world’s most prestigious entrepreneurship competitions, apply today through Founders Lair. Use this opportunity to position yourself as a leading technology startup, gain access to top-tier investors and corporates, and compete for exciting cash prizes.
Application Deadline: Feb 1, 2024
