Startup Competition
Future of AI is where the next breakout startups get discovered.
Our startup competition allows exceptional founders to pitch in front of investors, industry leaders and global companies, and turn visibility into real opportunities.
Finals will be held live at Future of AI 2026
Aug 1
Applications Open
Sep 20
Applications Deadline
Oct 14
Finalists Announced
Oct 21
Live Pitch Day + Winners Annonuced
WHO CAN APPLY
STARTUP ELIGIBILITY
- Open to Israeli-founded AI startups or companies with significant R&D activity in Israel
- Applicants must be represented by a founder, co-founder, or senior company executive.
PRODUCT & COMPANY STAGE
- Companies from Pre-Seed to Series B are welcome to apply.
- Applicants must have a working product, prototype, pilot, or demonstrable AI technology.
AI AT THE CORE
- AI must be a core component of the company’s product, technology, or competitive advantage.
- The company should demonstrate clear innovation, differentiation, and market potential.
WHY Apply
This is not just another pitch competition. It’s a high-leverage exposure opportunity.
Visibility That Matters
Pitch on stage in front of a curated audience of investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders.
Direct Access to Decision-Makers
Meet investors, industry leaders and global companies looking for partnerships & investments.
Credibility Boost
Being selected positions your startup alongside top innovators and alumni backed by leading firms.
past finalist startups
Our finalists have gone on to raise capital, close partnerships, and scale globally.
past Judges & investors
We will soon announce the judges of this year’s competition.
For now, check out some past judges, and investors who have spoken at our events.
Shahar Abadi
Renana Ashkenazi
Ronen Assia
Liron Azrielant
David Blumberg
Amit Bohensky
Ainhoa Campo
Avi Eyal
David Feldman
Adam Fisher
Omri Green
Maya Hawlasewicz
Noam Inbar
Natalie Lorberboym Mano
Yonatan Mandelbaum
Omer Nagar
Maria Pennanen
Jonathan Saacks
Hadar Siterman Norris
Adi Stein
Bruce Taragin
Inbal Tirosh
Odelia Torteman
Avi Zeevi
Amit Zilberstein
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