2025 Taihu Cup Startup Competition

About

The 2025 Taihu Cup Startup Competition invites global entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative projects for a chance to win up to ¥100,000 in cash prizes, along with exclusive access to funding, expert guidance, and networking opportunities, all while fostering innovation in Wuxi's vibrant ecosystem.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  The International Team Track offers: 100,000 RMB (~US$13,955) for 1st prize, 50,000 RMB (~US$6,977) for 2nd prize (3 teams), and 10,000 RMB (~US$1,395) for 3rd prize (11 teams). All amounts are per startup.
• ✈️ Sponsored Trip
  Finalists get a sponsored trip to Wuxi to pitch in person
• 🚀Fast-track
  Fast-track to Taihu Talent Plan for prize winners
• 💰Access to Funding
  Access to Wuxi Tech Research Fund with up to ¥300,000 support for eligible enterprises
• 💰Preferential Tech Finance
  Preferential Tech Finance with priority for loans up to ¥10 million
• 🎓Expert Guidance
  Expert guidance on funding, policies, and certifications
• 🏢Incubator Support
  Priority recommendations to incubators with rent subsidies
• 💰Investor Access
  Support for accessing angel investment funds and investor matching opportunities

Eligibility Criteria

• Teams must not have registered enterprises in Wuxi before January 1, 2025
• Projects should be innovative and have good market potential
• Each team must consist of at least three core members
• Intellectual property rights must belong to the participating team

Target Sector

AI, Health & Bio, Materials, Manufacturing, Energy, Quantum, Marine, Semiconductor, Metaverse

Target Location

Korea, Japan