Competition & Award
SBC First Pitch 2026
Apply by Jul 24, 2026
About
A startup competition offering early-stage companies in the betting and gaming industry the chance to pitch their innovative ideas for a chance to win substantial prizes and gain valuable industry exposure. Participants will benefit from a comprehensive support package and access to critical data resources, enhancing their business prospects.
Benefits
- πPrize PackagePrize package worth more than β¬80,000 (US$91,217)
- πAPI AccessOne year of API access to sports, gambling, and engagement data valued at β¬42,000 (US$47,817)
- π οΈ Comprehensive SupportComprehensive support package covering media, marketing, technology, compliance, legal services, branding, and event exposure.
Eligibility Criteria
- Startups must be in the early stages of development
- Only five startups will be selected to compete
- Startups must operate in the betting and gaming industry.
Participation Commitments
- Each finalist will have three minutes to pitch their product
- Finalists must participate in a Q&A session with judges
- The competition takes place on October 1 at the SBC Summit in Lisbon.
Target Region
Global
Target Sector
Betting and Gaming
SBC, Betting Startups