Startup Showcase 2026

About

A startup showcase event designed for AI-native companies in the media and entertainment sector, providing a platform to present innovative products to influential investors and industry executives. Participants will have the chance to demonstrate their working products and engage in direct Q&A, enhancing visibility and potential funding opportunities.

Benefits

• 🎤Presentation Opportunity
  Each company gets 6 minutes to present and demo their product, followed by 4 minutes of Q&A
• 🌟Investor Access
  Opportunity to present to a curated room of entertainment investors and studio executives
• 🎟️ Complimentary Passes
  Up to two presenters per company will receive complimentary passes to AI on the Lot 2026
• 💸No Application Fee
  There is no fee to apply for the showcase
• 🏆Competitive Selection
  Selection is competitive and based on product maturity, industry fit, and the strength of the workflow being addressed.

Eligibility Criteria

• AI-native companies building products for media and entertainment
• Companies focused on film and television production
• Companies focused on post-production and VFX workflows
• Companies focused on music and audio infrastructure
• Companies focused on gaming pipelines
• Companies focused on advertising and creative operations
• Companies focused on distribution, rights management, and monetization
• Companies focused on talent, IP development, and studio infrastructure
• Applicants must have a working product (MVP or beyond)
• Early-stage through growth-stage companies are welcome.

Participation Commitments

• Accepted companies are responsible for their own travel and accommodation
• Live demos are required, pre-recorded video will not be accepted
• All applicants will be notified of their status by May 10, 2026.

Target Region

Global

Target Sector

Media and Entertainment