Startup World Cup Finale in Vienna

On June 3rd, invest.austria and AustrianStartups will host the fourth edition of the Startup World Cup Austria Finale, which is part of ViennaUp 2025.

The Startup World Cup, organized by Pegasus Tech Ventures, is the largest global startup competition, featuring participation from over 70 countries each year. This year, invest.austria, with assistance from AustrianStartups, will bring the Startup World Cup to Austria for the fourth time. Join us as 12 startups compete for the opportunity to represent Austria at the global finals in Silicon Valley. The Startup World Cup serves as a platform that connects startups, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and investors, providing early-stage startups a chance to present their ideas to a notable audience of investors and industry leaders. Prepare for an evening filled with dynamic pitches, engaging fireside discussions, informative one-on-one meetings, and numerous networking opportunities with other entrepreneurs and investors.

Event Schedule:

13:30 - 14:00: Doors Open

14:00 - 14:15: Opening Remarks by i.a/AS & WKÖ

14:15 - 14:25: Keynote Address (Pegasus Tech Ventures)

14:25 - 15:15: Startup Presentations

15:15 - 15:30: Intermission

15:30 - 16:00: Fireside Chat

16:00 - 17:00: Startup Presentations

17:00 - 17:30: Break / Jury Discussion

17:30 - 18:00: Announcement of Winner & Conclusion

18:00 - 20:00: Networking Session