Raise The Bar 2026

RAISE THE BAR 2026

ATUM's flagship pitch event for early-stage deep-tech founders and startups ready to move from promise to proof.

APPLY NOW

APPLY BY

23 January 2026

FINAL PITCH

17 March 2026

TOP 5 SHOTLISTED

February 2026

WHAT IS ON THE TABLE?

Direct
Investment

Investments of up to USD 100K for each of the top selected startups (post due diligence)

Fast-Track Venture Building

Priority access into ATUM’s Venture Building Programme for selected teams.

Network & Partnerships

Access a curated network of investors, corporate partners, and research institutions.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

STAGE

Pre-investment

FOCUS

Deep-Tech, B2B

Advanced Manufacturing,

Energy,

Med Tech

TEAM

Strong founding team with commercial and technical skillsets

TECH

Proprietary technology or clear defensibility

Don't just raise funds
Raise The Bar

Tell us your story. Show us your deck.
And explain why this investment matters now for your next leap.