Transforming Tech: Trescon and Dubai AI & Web3 Festival Launch FutureTech World Cup!

The FutureTech World Cup is more than a competition; it's a launchpad for emerging tech startups to gain exposure, resources, and connections vital for growth.

Unveiling the Future of Innovation: The First Qualifier Round

The FutureTech World Cup, a groundbreaking initiative by the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival and Trescon, launched its first qualifier round on July 10, 2024. Hosted by the cutting-edge Dubai AI Campus, this electrifying event spotlighted ten pre-qualified tech startups from around the globe, each presenting their visionary ideas to a panel of five distinguished jury members.

The Trailblazers: Who Made the Cut?

Out of these ten, three startups emerged victorious, advancing to the grand finale on September 11-12, 2024, during the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival. The standout startups were:

  • Momint: Recognized for accelerating clean energy solutions.
  • Nettle s.r.o.: Praised for redefining customer engagement with AI-powered digital humans.
  • Orbii AI: Honored for revolutionizing credit decisions with intelligent AI models.

Meet the Powerhouse Jury

The elite panel of judges included:

  • Hasan Fardan Al Fardan - CEO of Al Fardan Exchange
  • Ian Arden - General Partner at Mempool Ventures
  • Dr. Jonathan Doerr - Partner MENAP at Antler
  • Ahmed Refaie - CEO & Global CIO at G.P.I. Global Partners Investments
  • Sarah Abuagela - Partner & Head of Investment at Ceras Ventures

Visionaries Speak Out

  • Mohammed Saleem, Serial Angel Investor and Chairman of Trescon, stated, "The FutureTech World Cup celebrates those who dare to transform AI and Web3. Our mission is to support startups with connections and investments to scale their businesses and tackle real-world challenges."
  • Naveen Bharadwaj, Group CEO of Trescon, added, "This competition is a platform for innovators to showcase ideas, gain exposure, connect with stakeholders, and access capital, driving advancements in AI, Web3, and global digital economies."

What's at Stake?

Startups advancing to the grand finale will receive fully sponsored Start-up Pods at the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival. The ultimate winner will be awarded:

  • A one-year Dubai AI Campus License, fully sponsored by Trescon credits worth $10,000 for future events
  • Mentorship from jury members
  • Networking opportunities with industry leaders

Next Up: The Second Qualifier Round

Mark your calendars for August 2024! Pre-qualification has already begun. Interested startups can apply for free at FutureTech World Cup. The search for innovative tech solutions that will shape the future of AI and Web3 continues!

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