Q.Is there any fee to apply?
No, participation in this competition is completely free of charge
With Asia's innovation landscape rapidly evolving, Taiwan is emerging as a key gateway for startups entering the regional capital markets. Featuring a well-established financial system and a dual-board mechanism—Taiwan Innovation Board (TIB) × Go Incubation Board for Startup and Acceleration Firms (GISA), Taiwan provides a vibrant ecosystem that connects technology, industry, and capital.
The ASIA INNOVATION CUP aims to become a global platform where international startups choose Taiwan, and Taiwanese startups expand globally. Through this competition, promising teams will be discovered, connected with investment networks and market resources, and accelerated on their journey toward entering the capital markets. Whether you are a Taiwan-based team seeking global exposure or an international startup exploring the Asian market, this event is your launchpad into a cross-border innovation economy
Market size, growth potential, competitive advantage, global scalability
Innovation depth, product differentiation, R&D capability, IP strateg
Revenue model, cost structure, customer acquisition, long-term viability
Fit for Innovation Board, financial transparency, investor appeal
Founder and team’s background and experience, execution ability, adaptability
Live voting from audience on pitch day
Taiwan Web Service Corporation, CEO of AIHPC Accelerator
SparkLabs Taiwan, Co-founder and Managing Partner
Chairman of the Taiwan Venture Capital Association, Founder and Chairman of TOP TAIWAN Venture Capital
BE Health Ventures Managing Partner
CEO of Entrepreneurs Co-Creation Platform Foundation
J&V Energy Technology Co., Ltd., General Manager
Chairman, StarFab Accelerator
CDIB Capital Innovation Advisors Corporation.Senior Vice President
Applicants must complete the official Intent to Apply Form, and provide your submission folder link (Google Drive).
Submitting the intent form ensures: Deadline reminders and Checklist for complete ubmissions !
Applicants only need to update their final version of materials in the shared folder. No repeated uploads or emails are needed.
Final documents must be uploaded before Sep 15, 2025, at 23:59 (GMT+8).
Obtain the registration form from the competition guidelines.
No, participation in this competition is completely free of charge
Yes! Both domestic and overseas companies are welcome to apply. Your company must be a registered legal entity for at least two years. Please refer to the guidelines for detailed eligibility requirements.
Absolutely. Both domestic and international companies may apply, and application materials can be submitted in either Chinese or English.
Mandatory items include:
Only teams that advance to the final stage will be required to submit a pitch deck. Format requirements will be provided to finalists upon announcement.