We are thrilled to announce that Axis Innovation is partnering with Pegasus Tech Ventures to select the Israeli representative for the Startup World Cup, one of the world's largest startup competitions and a premier platform for groundbreaking startups to showcase their innovation, receive global recognition, and compete to win a $1M investment prize. Startups interested in competing can apply to present at Axis Tel Aviv on May 22, 2025 at the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation. The winner of the pitch competition will then have the opportunity to represent Israeli innovation at the Grand Finale event in San Francisco October 17, 2025.



Please note: Participation in the Startup World Cup is a separate opportunity from presenting at Axis Tel Aviv. If you would like to only present at Axis Tel Aviv, please contact darina@axisinnovation.com.



Applications are open! Apply Today  Startup Application for Axis Tel Aviv 2025  What is the Startup World Cup? Startup World Cup is one of the world's largest and most prestigious startup competitions, spanning over 60 countries across six continents. The competition culminates in a Grand Finale event featuring: ● A $1,000,000 investment prize for the global winner ● 20+ world-class speakers and thought leaders ● 2,500+ participants from the global tech and investment community ● Featured speakers such as Steve Wozniak (Co-Founder of Apple), Reid Hoffman (Founding CEO of LinkedIn), Marc Randolph (Co-Founder of Netflix), and more! ● Global media coverage and recognition of the presenting startups Past winners have leveraged their victory into significant business growth and success! About Pegasus Tech Ventures Pegasus Tech Ventures is a Silicon Valley-based global venture capital firm with a team of over 110 professionals operating across seven countries. They invest in disruptive technologies worldwide, including AI, HealthTech, IoT, and Quantum Computing. As the founder and sponsor of Startup World Cup, Pegasus is dedicated to connecting regional innovation ecosystems with Silicon Valley, helping entrepreneurs transcend geographical barriers and access globally markets. **Travel and accommodation to the Grand Finale event are not included.

Apply Today  Startup Application for Axis Tel Aviv 2025