EU-Startups Summit 2026

About

The EU-Startups Summit 2026 is an international pitch competition and summit taking place on May 7-8, 2026, in Valletta, Malta, aimed at early-stage startups in Europe, offering opportunities for significant financial support, networking with top investors, and gaining insights from successful entrepreneurs.

Benefits

• 💰 Financial Support
• Opportunity to win up to €755,000 in prizes and investment exposure
• 🎓 Mentorship Program
• Access to insights from successful European entrepreneurs and industry leaders
• 🌐 Network Access
• Face-to-face networking opportunities with top investors and potential partners
• 📈 Business Support
• Participation in a major summit with presentations and exhibitions to enhance brand visibility
• 🎤 Exposure Opportunities
• Chance to present at a prominent pitch competition in front of renowned judges

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to early-stage and growth-stage startups from Europe
• 🏢 Legal Status
• Must be a legally registered company with valid incorporation documents
• 💼 Business Stage
• Targeting early-stage startups, particularly in technology or tech-enabled sectors
• 👥 Team Requirements
• Teams should consist of founders and key members involved in the startup's operations
• 💰 Financial Requirements
• Startups should be seeking funding or market expansion opportunities

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Physical Attendance
• Must attend the EU-Startups Summit in Valletta, Malta on May 7-8, 2026
• 🎤 Presentation Requirement
• Must deliver a 3-minute pitch during the competition if selected as a finalist
• ⏰ Time Commitment
• Full participation required during the summit hours from 9:00 to 18:00 on both days

Target Region

Open to startups from Europe

Target Sector

Focused on technology and tech-enabled startups