- Fill in the registration form by May 20
- Describe your startup, and attach a pitch deck to the application
- Wait for the results in your email, and meanwhile, get access to the networking app to set meetings with mentors, angels, and VC funds
- VC funds analytics will analyze nominees’ profiles and select the top 10, which will participate in the offline pitching contest with an independent jury
- The final pitching and winner selection will occur on July 05 in Limassol.
2025 | Сyprus
SOMETHING GLOBAL IS COMING
Startup World Cup is a global competition that brings together top startups, investors, VCs, entrepreneurs, and world-class tech CEOs. This year Startup World Cup regional finals will take place in Cyprus for the first time – over 100 startups will compete for an opportunity to present Cyprus in the San Francisco Grand Finale on October 17, 2025.
Reasons to Attend
For Partners
Boost sales and visibility in the global market. Increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
For Investors
Meet top global startups. Get access to new deals around the world. Network with other investors and corporate representatives.
For Corporation
Meet innovative startups from around the world. Create business development opportunities.
For Startups
Network with top-tier investors. Develop corporate partnerships and hear from top industry experts.
The call for applications is Open
How to Apply
Timeline
- March, 01 – May, 20
Application Phase
- May, 30
Announcement of the 10 finalists
- July, 04
Exclusive Course By Uri Levine: HOW TO BUILD THE NEXT REVOLUTIONARY COMPANY?
This exclusive course for finalists will focus on the key components of building a successful startup and feature compelling real-world stories from the companies Uri Levine has founded.
- July, 05
Startup World Cup Cyprus Final and Conference in Limassol
Join us for an exciting event featuring startup pitches, panel discussions, on-stage interviews, and networking opportunities.Keynote Speech By Uri Levine: How To Build A Billion-Dollar Company.
Uri Levine is a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Waze, acquired by Google for $1.1 billion, and the first board member and investor in Moovit, acquired by Intel for $1 billion.
A personally signed, Autographed Book as a Gift. - October, 17
Grand Finale in San Francisco
Highlights from 2024
FAQ
We have already raised some capital, are there any restrictions for applying?
There are no restrictions on the amount of capital raised, we encourage everyone to apply.
There is no regional competition in my country, can I participate in the Cyprus Final?
We accept applications regardless of your location. We are happy to welcome startups from Ukraine.
What type of startups can apply?
We encourage startups in any domain at any stage to apply. Please note that the startup must be a legal entity, not just an idea.
How can a startup pitch at the Grand Finale?
Startup World Cup will have 50+ regional events across North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Each regional winner will compete in Silicon Valley for the final competition in San Francisco on October 2-4, 2024, at Hilton Union Square, San Francisco.
Organizers
Pegasus Tech Ventures is a global venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley with $2 Billion in assets under management. Pegasus offers intellectual and financial capital to emerging technology companies around the world.
Aivitam Ventures is all at once — a venture fund, startup builder, and provider of global PR and marketing for startups and tech companies. Under Forbes’ license, the company has successfully held two events in 2023 – Forbes Cyprus The Future of Fintech Summit and Forbes Cyprus 20 Women in Tech Awards.
