Innovation World Cup Series
Innovation World Cup IoT DeepTech
Internet of Things (IoT)
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Robotics & Drones
Wearables & Quantified Self
Overview#
The Innovation World Cup is a long-running global competition for IoT and DeepTech innovation, run by the Innovation World Cup Series with over 20 years of open innovation competitions. The 18th edition invites startups, scaleups, and innovative SMEs worldwide to submit solutions free of charge in the categories Industry, Industrial AI, Robotics, Security, and Mobility. An international jury evaluates submissions on innovation, feasibility, commercial potential, go-to-market, time to market, and sustainability, and finalists pitch at leading industry events. Submissions close on 11 February 2027.
Focus Areas#
- Industry and Industrial AI
- Robotics
- Security
- Mobility
- IoT, wearables, and sensor-based connected solutions
Benefits#
- Prizes worth over $500K and free participation
- Top 15 techpreneurs pitch at HANNOVER MESSE 2027; top 12 wearable techpreneurs at WT Wearable Technologies Conferences; top 40 innovators at BIM World MUNICH 2027
- Business connections with leading tech corporates, investors, and partners such as STMicroelectronics, Würth Elektronik, Siemens, and Bosch
- Free development kits supported by STMicroelectronics and Würth Elektronik
- Free use of production labs, testing facilities, and technical support
- Free marketing packages, global media publicity, and placement in the Hall of Fame
- Eligibility for special prizes such as the ST Innovation Challenge powered by STMicroelectronics
How to Apply#
- Submit a solution free of charge through the Innovation World Cup website by 11 February 2027, 23:59 CET.