IC Taiwan Grand Challenge

03/03/2026

15/01/2026

The IC Taiwan Grand Challenge ( ) concluded its Silicon Valley event, “Bridging Silicon Valley and Taiwan: Semiconductor & AI Synergies,” on January 13, 2026, at the Startup Island TAIWAN - Silicon Valley Hub in Palo Alto. This successful gathering attracted over 300 participants, including founders, investors, corporate leaders, and researchers from the global innovation community, with 45% of attendees being C-level executives or founders with a focus on AI, semiconductors, and hardware technologies.

Industry leaders shared valuable insights on scaling deep-tech innovation through collaboration between Taiwan and Silicon Valley. They emphasized Taiwan’s strengths in semiconductor manufacturing, advanced packaging, and end-to-end commercialization, which enable startups to transition efficiently from design and prototyping to global deployment. Real-world examples illustrated the impact of silicon-software co-design and energy-efficient AI solutions made possible by Taiwan’s world-class supply chain.

The event also featured an interactive open-mic session that highlighted emerging hardware and AI projects, showcasing the robust grassroots momentum within the global hardware ecosystem. The venue design, inspired by cross-Pacific themes, along with Taiwanese signature snacks, created an atmosphere that reflected Taiwan’s vibrant innovation culture.

This milestone event further solidified Taiwan’s role as a strategic global launchpad for deep-tech startups. Innovators worldwide are encouraged to apply for ICTGC Batch 4 by February 28, 2026, and to participate in InnoVEX 2026 in Taipei, where bold ideas evolve into world-ready technologies.

Deepest appreciation goes to

Watch the Event👉https://www.youtube.com/live/8SlgglO1Dow
Read the News👉https://innovex.computex.biz/show/newsReleaseDetails.aspx?newsId=772
Apply for ICTGC👉https://ictaiwanchallenge.org/

13/01/2026

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📍 Excited for the ICTGC Briefing in Silicon Valley today? Come join us!

This marks the first-ever event hosted by the IC Taiwan Grand Challenge team in Silicon Valley.
🥡Featured speakers, success stories, and of course, Taiwanese food, are all waiting for you.
We have also prepared special gifts for our participants. Check out our Taiwanese giveaways onsite!
Come join us and experience the vibrant energy of Taiwan’s startup ecosystem!
We are ready. See you at 5:30 PM, Pacific Time, on Jan. 13!

Not able to join us in person? Watch the live stream here:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/8SlgglO1Dow

Event Agenda & Speaker List
👉 https://www.sparknify.com/bridging-svt

08/01/2026

Exploring opportunities or partnerships in the Asia market? With just 2 days to go, we invite you to visit us at the booth in the Venetian Expo Hall G, Booth No. 62201 at Taiwan Tech Arena ( ), Taiwan Pavilion, meeting with our team.

The IC Taiwan Grand Challenge (ICTGC) is a global pitch competition organized by the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) of Taiwan. This initiative attracts world-class startups to Taiwan, accelerating chip-driven & AI innovation 🤖 while strengthening the global semiconductor ecosystem.

What’s in it for you?
💰 Cash Prize: USD $30,000 awarded to each competition winner
🌟 Global Recognition: Gain international visibility through showcases(COMPUTEX/InnoVEX), briefings, and the award ceremony
🤝 Access to Asia’s Market: Explore business opportunities and connect with leading semiconductor companies
✨ Taiwan Startup Support: Leverage resources and programs from Taiwan’s vibrant startup ecosystem
Who can apply?
We welcome startups, legal entities, academic research teams, and individuals from around the world!

⏰ Registration is open now — seize your chance to showcase your innovation and go global!
Learn more & apply now👉https://ictaiwanchallenge.org/

16/12/2025

🚀 Demo Show Sessions Unveiled at CES 2026!
IC Taiwan Grand Challenge will be presenting an overview of the program on stage during CES.

Join us during selected morning and afternoon demo show sessions to learn how the program can support your innovation roadmap and technology development goals. We look forward to connecting and exchanging ideas with you in person!

Aside from the IC Taiwan Grand Challenge, you can also explore the following highlights at our TTA Booth:
🔗 IC Taiwan Grand Challenge – Your gateway to Taiwan’s world-class ICT and semiconductor industry for business expansion.
🌏 COMPUTEX & InnoVEX – Asia’s largest ICT B2B tradeshow and a unique platform connecting global ICT leaders and startups, taking place in June 2026.
🤖 AI WAVE Show – An AI-focused event that brings together iconic partners across Taiwan’s supply chain.

📍 Post-CES Forum
We are also hosting a forum featuring VC insights and startup resources in Taiwan shortly after CES.
Learn more here:
https://innovex.computex.biz/show/newsReleaseDetails.aspx?newsId=759

21/11/2025

🤝Bridging Silicon Valley and Taiwan - and to Host Semiconductor & AI Event in California

We are thrilled to announce that we are hosting “Bridging Silicon Valley and Taiwan: Semiconductor & AI Synergies” on January 13th, 2026, at Startup Island Taiwan’s Silicon Valley Hub in Palo Alto, California!

This special event unites Taiwan’s world-leading semiconductor ecosystem with Silicon Valley’s pioneering innovation culture—creating new pathways for founders, researchers, and investors to collaborate in deep tech and AI.

Distinguished speakers include:
🔸Laura Swan (Silicon Catalyst)
🔸Andy Lombard (TESORO VC)
🔸Janis Skriveris (Plug and Play Tech Center)
🔸Sam Fok (femtoAI)

Michael Raspuzzi from the Hardware Meetup will also lead an interactive open-mic session🎤

We will also introduce the ICTGC program, a government-backed initiative designed to help global startups access mentorship, funding, and Taiwan’s advanced R&D and manufacturing resources.

Event Details:
🗓️ January 13th, 2026, 5:30 PM PST
📍 Startup Island Taiwan Silicon Valley Hub (299 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA)

🔗 Read the detailed information and reserve your seat online: https://innovex.computex.biz/show/newsReleaseDetails.aspx?newsId=759

ICTGC Batch 4 is now open for applications.
Apply now: https://ictaiwanchallenge.org/

18/11/2025

✨Join us at the "Taiwan Startup Connect: The Global Hub for AI and Innovation Growth" forum, hosted by the IC Taiwan Grand Challenge at the Awards in Kaohsiung!

Discover the innovative strength of Taiwan's startup ecosystem as award-winning startup teams share their successes and engage in discussions on cutting-edge topics like AI, 5G, and digital applications.

Witness Taiwan's advancements in 5G communication, wireless charging tech, Edge AI computing, and medical imaging platforms, showcasing the country's prowess in tech innovation and interdisciplinary integration.

Learn about the IC Taiwan Grand Challenge ( ) and the support it offers to startups, aiming to enhance global connections within the startup community through .

📅 Event Details
🕥 Time: 10:30-12:00, December 8th, 2025
🏨 Venue: Intercontinental Kaohsiung 3F Ballroom (高雄洲際酒店)

Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience Kaohsiung's vibrant tech scene.
Register now👉https://seminars.tca.org.tw/D17y00270.aspx

29/10/2025

🚀 Batch 4 Applications Now Open for IC Taiwan Grand Challenge!
Are you working on groundbreaking tech in semiconductors, AI chips, smart mobility, or sustainable innovation? Here's your chance to shine!

🎯 By winning the IC Taiwan Grand Challenge, you will get:
💰 USD $30,000 Cash Prize
🤝 Industry Mentorship & Collaboration Opportunities
🌍 International Exhibition Exposure
📣 Media Coverage on Startup Platforms

👥 Who Can Apply?
Startups (under 8 years), researchers, and innovators in:
🔹 AI Core technologies & Chips, including applications in AI chip design, Hardware acceleration, and Cybersecurity, etc.
🔹 Smart Mobility, including applications in Communications/Satellite and Electric Vehicles, etc.
🔹 Smart Manufacturing, including applications in IC Process, Robotics and Intelligent Manufacturing, etc.
🔹 Smart Medtech, including applications in Biometrics, Smart Monitoring and e-Health, etc.
🔹 Sustainability, including applications in Sustainable Manufacturing, Energy Saving Innovation and New Energy, etc.

📝 All you need to do is submit a 3-min pitch video and a concept paper to showcase your idea!
🌐 Apply now: https://ictaiwanchallenge.org/

27/10/2025

The IC Taiwan Grand Challenge Unveil and Showcase successfully wrapped up at the Taiwan Innotech Expo last weekend!

🎥 Catch all the highlights from this exciting three-day journey of innovation in our official recap video.

A big thank-you to all the winning teams for joining us throughout the exhibition!
Together, we explored breakthrough innovations across semiconductors, AI, satellite communications, smart manufacturing, medtech, and green architecture.
✨ We hope to see you in Taiwan again soon!

💬 Interested in applying for the next batch ?
📝 Apply now: https://ictaiwanchallenge.org/

Having questions?
Reach out via email:
Mr. Jacky Chen [email protected]
Ms. Ariel Liu [email protected]

01/10/2025

✨ IC Taiwan Grand Challenge Unveil – Don’t miss the chance to explore these 8 cutting-edge innovations!

- Oct. 18, 2025｜13:00–14:30
- Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1｜Future Tech Pavilion Stage
- Register: https://lihi.cc/VV6tY

The IC Taiwan Grand Challenge (ICTGC) spotlights innovation in IC design and chip applications. This year’s third batch drew 150 teams from 28 countries 🌍. From these, 8 groundbreaking technologies from the US, Sweden, Denmark, South Korea, and Taiwan have emerged—pioneering advances in , , , and beyond.

The eight winners are:
🔹 femtoAI (USA) – Sparse Processing Unit (SPU-001) for ultra-efficient AI
🔹 3D Architech (USA) – Metal manufacturing for energy-efficient cooling & hydrogen production
🔹 HyperAccel (Korea) – Bertha-Edge AI chip for generative & agentic AI
🔹DeepMentor (Taiwan) – AI model miniaturization & automated AI chip design flow
🔹Brilliant Silicon Technology Co., Ltd. (Taiwan) – RF Chipset for Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) user terminals
🔹EndoSemio (Taiwan) – AI-powered endoscope for early nasopharyngeal cancer detection
🔹AlixLabs (Sweden) – Atomic Layer Pitch Splitting for next-gen semiconductor manufacturing
🔹PurCity (Denmark) – GapS panels for sustainable urban air purification