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The InnoVEX Pitch Contest, held during COMPUTEX TAIPEI, is one of Asia’s premier stages for startups to showcase innovation and connect with global investors and industry leaders. Through Startup Terrace Award, startups gain direct access to Taiwan’s innovation ecosystem and opportunities to collaborate with major enterprises. The winning team will receive startup support resources valued at over $10,000 USD, including: ● Corporate PoC collaboration opportunities ● Free workspace at Startup Terrace Kaohsiung ● Business matchmaking and startup ecosystem access ● Co-marketing and global media exposure resources 🌍 Calling startups from around the world The top 15 teams will pitch live on the InnoVEX Center Stage during COMPUTEX, presenting their innovations to international investors and industry leaders.

In less than 90 days, global innovators, founders, investors, and tech decision-makers will gather in Taipei for one of the most influential tech events of the year. 📅 June 2–5, 2026 📍 InnoVEX | Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 2 (4F) 📍 COMPUTEX TAIPEI | Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Halls 1 & 2 + TWTC Hall 1 Secure your spot early and be part of the conversations shaping what’s next.

If raising capital and expanding into Asia are on your roadmap, this is your stage. InnoVEX — the startup platform of COMPUTEX — gathers global venture capitalists, corporate venture arms, strategic investors, and technology decision-makers during one of the world’s most influential tech weeks. For one week, Taipei becomes a capital and innovation hub. Only a select group of startups take the spotlight. ▶ Hear from Our 2025 Founders See how startups leveraged InnoVEX to gain investor visibility, strategic connections, and international exposure. Watch the short video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Cn4cZbe9h1I 📅 Apply before May 5, 2026 If you’re serious about investor exposure in Asia, don’t stay in the audience.

Along with growing international interest, the application deadline for the IC Taiwan Grand Challenge has been officially extended to March 19th, 2026. This extension offers teams additional time to submit and refine their proposals. Most of all, it is a timely chance to collaborate with Taiwan’s semiconductor, AI, and advanced manufacturing industries, exploring pathways to scale your innovation in Asia and beyond. The Perfect Time to Join Taiwan’s Flagship Innovation Competition Startups under 8 years, research teams, and innovators worldwide are available to apply to ICTGC Batch 4, with applications open until March 19, 2026. Selected teams will get access to mentorship, manufacturing resources which turn your innovative ideas into validated prototypes or products; more importantly, the opportunity to showcase for free at COMPUTEX and InnoVEX 2026, taking place this June in Taipei. 🔗 Applications close on March 19, 2026. Take advantage of the extended timeline to refine your application and submit before the final deadline:https://ictaiwanchallenge.org/

During COMPUTEX, global attention comes to Taipei — and the conversations that matter most happen after the show floor closes. InnoVEX Night Party is the official, RSVP-only after-hours business gathering of InnoVEX, bringing together founders, investors, corporate leaders, and ecosystem builders through intentional, decision-oriented conversations. While COMPUTEX connects the world to Taiwan’s technology ecosystem, InnoVEX Night Party connects people to people — where trust forms and decisions begin. 【All you can sponsors】 •TAIPEI 101 Observatory – 89F (15 screens, 90-sec brand loop) • 5F Party Entrance (brand video + static display) • Photo wall, main visuals, F&B area, venue décor • Official press, social media, and post-event videos

From CES to Silicon Valley: Seize the Chance for Your Gateway to Taiwan’s Tech Ecosystem Following a high-profile showcasing at CES 2026, the IC Taiwan Grand Challenge (ICTGC) continued its global outreach by connecting with international innovators across Silicon Valley. From Eureka Park at the Taiwan Tech Arena Pavilion to a packed Silicon Valley gathering, ICTGC highlighted how global teams can leverage Taiwan’s semiconductor and AI ecosystem to turn ambitious ideas into practical and scalable technologies. On January 13, ICTGC hosted “Bridging Silicon Valley and Taiwan: Semiconductor & AI Synergies” in Palo Alto, bringing together over 300 founders, investors, corporate partners, and researchers. The sessions offered actionable perspectives on scaling innovation through Taiwan–Silicon Valley collaboration, including prototyping, manufacturing partnerships, and pathways to global markets. As ICTGC Batch 4 enters its final month of open applications, this is the moment to step into Taiwan’s Tech Ecosystem. ICTGC Applications are closing on February 28, 2026. Startups, research teams, and innovators worldwide are available to apply to ICTGC Batch 4, with applications open until February 28, 2026. Selected teams will gain access to mentorship, corporate partnerships, manufacturing resources, and the opportunity to showcase at COMPUTEX and InnoVEX 2026 in Taipei. 🔗 One Month Left to open your gateway to Taiwan’s tech ecosystem: https://ictaiwanchallenge.org/