11 countries
Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Germany, Mexico, Poland, Portugal, Spain, United Kingdom, Uruguay and USA.
Apply until 27/04/2023
Santander X Global Challenge The AI Revolution
Apply until 27/04/2023
Discovering and empowering the future of AI through a worldwide entrepreneurship competition.
2 categories
For technology-based startups and scaleups with disruptive and innovative AI-powered solutions.
6 winners
In total, €120,000 will be distributed to 6 winners, access to Santander X 100 plus perks and benefits.
Banco Santander, Microsoft, and Oxentia Foundation join forces to bring you this global competition
This exciting initiative aims to support and promote the growth of the AI ecosystem, providing a platform for startups and scaleups to showcase their innovative AI solutions and connect with industry experts, investors, and world-class resources.
Our partnership with Microsoft and Oxentia Foundation will bring even more opportunities for the winning companies, including access to valuable resources and support to ensure the impact of AI on society is positive and beneficial.
The best startups and scaleups will receive cash prizes, access to Santander X 100, and the opportunity to pitch to Microsoft’s Venture Capital Fund (M12).
Additionally, the winning companies will travel to Silicon Valley for the Awards Ceremony on June 29, where they will get promotion and visibility, network with industry experts and investors.
Do not miss this chance to be part of the AI revolution and join us in shaping the future of technology. Apply today and be on your way to taking your AI solution to the next level!
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Technology-based startups and scaleups from 11 countries, with disruptive and innovative AI-powered solutions.
Startups category
Legally incorporated in one of the participating countries, meeting at least one of the following criteria: annual income that does not exceed $300,000, with capital raised between $100,000 to $1 million, or between 2 and 25 fulltime employees.
Scaleups category
Legally incorporated for at least two years in one of the participating countries, meeting at least one of the following criteria: annual income over $300,000, more than $1 million capital raised, or over 25 fulltime employees.
Perks & Benefits
The winning teams will receive a host of benefits to help them continue developing their solutions. These benefits include a cash prize, mentoring by Microsoft AI experts, as well as membership to Santander X 100, the prime community of Santander X's most promising ventures, and they will travel to Silicon Valley for the Awards Ceremony.
Additionally, the winning teams will receive recognition and promotion through Microsoft and Santander's media channels.
Key dates
From
14
Mar
2023
To
27
Apr
2023
Enrollment
Applications are open for AI-powered startups and scaleups in Santander X.
27
May
2023
Finalists announcement
The 20 finalists announcement, 10 startups and 10 scaleups.
01
Jun
2023
Pitch day
The 20 finalists are supported by international mentors to prepare a pitch to the jury.
29
Jun
2023
Awards ceremony
The 6 winners travel to Silicon Valley to be recognized.
Our commitment
Banco Santander
Banco Santander, leaders in responsible banking, are firmly committed to progress as well as inclusive and sustainained growth.
Their pioneering and long-standing commitment to education, entrepreneurship, and employability, which has been operating in this area for over 25 years, sets Banco Santander apart from the world's other financial institutions.
Since its inception, Santander has allocated over €2.2 billion and supported more than 1 million students, professionals, entrepreneurs and SMEs through agreements with nearly 1,300 universities and institutions.
Microsoft
Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.
Microsoft is committed to serve as a trusted partner, enabling local startups to bring their ideas into fruition on the global stage and empowering them with access to technology tools.
Oxentia Foundation
Oxentia grew out of Oxford University's technology transfer company, Oxford University Innovation, with the aim of providing specialised innovation management services to public and private sector customers throughout the world.
Oxentia's approach builds on Oxford's strong tradition of globally supporting early-stage innovators and entrepreneurs to promote innovative projects that impact the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
The Oxentia Foundation was created to support Oxentia's goal of addressing global inequalities through innovation and entrepreneurship activities.