IT Arena Warsaw Startup Competition
Apply by Apr 1, 2026
About
Benefits
- 💰 Prize Money
- Total prize pool of $20,000, which is increasing.
- 🎤 Investment Opportunities
- Chance to compete for an expanding $5 million investment fund.
- 🌐 Global Exposure
- Opportunity to showcase projects in front of international investors, increasing market and investment visibility.
- 🤝 Networking
- Gain valuable feedback and establish long-term partnerships through the competition.
- 🚀 Strategic Collaboration
- Access to collaboration opportunities with European funds and strategic partners via the IT Arena platform.
Eligibility Criteria
- 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
- Open to startup teams from Ukraine, Europe, and other regions.
- 🏢 Legal Status
- Must be a legally registered startup.
- 💼 Business Stage
- Applicable to general category startups and dual-use projects (civil and defense technology).
- 📄 Application Requirement
- Teams must submit an independent application and pass selection to participate in the competition.
Participation Commitments
- 📍 Physical Attendance
- Must attend the competition event in Warsaw, Poland.
- 🎤 Presentation Requirement
- Participants must present their projects to the judges and investors.
Target Region
Target Sector
IT Arena Warsaw