AI Youth Festa Competition

About

The Korea-Asean AI Development & Startup Competition 2025, also known as AI Youth Festa, invites AI-focused startups from Asean and Korea to apply for a chance to receive expert mentorship, funding, and market access, culminating in a Demo Day at the Startup Asean Summit, with significant cash prizes for the top three winners.

Benefits

• Access to expert mentorship and regional networking
• Opportunities for funding and market access
• Prizes for top three winners: US$20,000 for 1st place, US$10,000 for 2nd place, US$5,000 for 3rd place
• Support for travel and accommodation during the program

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to AI-focused startups from Asean and Korea
• Early to growth stage startups

Target Region

Asean and Korea

Target Sector

AI