100 Innovations – Shaping the Future (2026)

About

The 100 Innovations – Shaping the Future competition invites early-stage and growth-stage startups from around the world to showcase their validated prototypes and innovative solutions, with benefits including cash prizes, media exposure, and exclusive investor connections, making it an excellent opportunity for tech-driven teams looking to gain recognition and support.

Benefits

• 🎉Official Recognition
  Inclusion in the official list of 100 innovative companies
• 📢Showcase Opportunity
  Opportunity to present on-site at the event
• 🏆Prize Pool
  Top 3 companies will share a prize pool of €15,000, including cash and services
• 📜Exclusive Innovation Certificate
  Receive a certificate recognizing innovation and participation
• 🌐Media Exposure
  Gain media coverage and visibility through official publications and display walls
• 🤝Investor Connections
  Access to exclusive investor meetings and innovation reports

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to early-stage and growth-stage startups globally
• Must have a validated prototype or quantifiable results
• Must demonstrate clear commercialization potential and scalability
• Must hold a Startup Ticket or Booth for free application
• Limited to startups with a valid company ID

Participation Commitments

• Must apply for a Startup Ticket or Booth to participate
• Must demonstrate a validated prototype or quantifiable results
• Must attend the event in person for the showcase
• Must be a legally registered company with a valid company ID

Target Region

Open to startups globally

Target Sector

Technology and research-driven sectors