Startup World Cup 2026 Kyushu Regional Preliminaries: 10 Finalists Selected to Compete for the Global Stage
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Overview
Pegasus Tech Ventures has announced that the Kyushu regional preliminaries for the "Startup World Cup 2026," one of the world's largest business pitch competitions, will take place on October 6, 2026, at the Kumamoto Castle Hall. The preliminaries will feature 10 finalists who successfully passed a rigorous screening process out of approximately 250 applicants.
10 Kyushu Regional Finalists
The selected finalists are as follows (in alphabetical order):
- ACCELStars Inc.: Sleep analysis AI service
- Arsaga Partners, Inc.: IT consulting and generative AI implementation support
- Allm Inc.: Machining program automatic generation and automation equipment development
- A-Star Quantum Inc.: Quantum AI cloud service
- Farmers Support Co., Ltd.: Non-contact livestock management system
- find Inc.: Lost and found management cloud service
- Genial Light Co., Ltd.: Non-contact sensing devices for medical applications
- Ikeuchi Co., Ltd.: Automotive body repair and painting services
- Manpuku Holdings Co., Ltd.: Food-focused business succession platform
- Piezo Sonic Inc.: Ultrasonic motor and conveyance robot development
Event Background and Future Outlook
The winner of this regional event will advance to the global grand finale held in San Francisco, USA, this November, where the champion will be awarded a $1 million investment prize. This competition plays a crucial role in revitalizing regional innovation and empowering startups to expand globally. The event will feature a pitch contest and booth exhibitions, with attendance available both on-site and online.