Deadline: September 1, 2024
Do you have a groundbreaking idea to address the global challenge of misinformation, cyberbullying and social disconnection? Apply now for the Singularity + Sync Digital Wellbeing Global Impact Challenge 2024. The aim of the Singularity + Sync Digital Wellbeing Global Impact Challenge is to identify and support startups that have a moonshot of solving these issues. What solution do you propose to address the global challenge of social polarization?
Global Impact Challenges (GICs) are targeted, impact-based innovation competitions hosted by Singularity. Since 2010, they have partnered with organizations all over the world to create incentivized competitions that address specific challenges our world is facing. Some challenges are geographically focused, while others are topic focused. Occasionally, they’re both. Every challenge is different based on the goals of the partner, but they’re all designed to identify and uplift individuals and startups that are creating exponential impact in their area.
Prize
- The winner of the Singularity + Sync Digital Wellbeing Global Impact Challenge will receive a cash prize of USD $250,000 along with a complimentary seat to attend the Singularity Executive Program. The cash prize will be disbursed in tranches, with the schedule to be determined at a later date.
- The Executive Program provides an immersive 5-day learning experience featuring collaborative workshops, group activities, and in-depth exploration of cutting-edge technologies. The program is designed to empower leaders to develop a fresh mindset and acquire tools to leverage exponential change for the benefit of themselves, their organizations, and society at large.
Eligibility
- The challenge is open to applicants worldwide.
- Applicants must be fluent in both written and spoken English.
- Applicants should be founders of a fully established entity at any stage, including idea, working prototype, minimum viable product, pilot, or traction. Travel Requirement: Applicants must be able to travel to Silicon Valley for the pitch event.
- Commitment to attending the entire Executive Program is mandatory if awarded the prize.
Assessment Criteria
Projects will be reviewed by a panel of judges who will look at the following:
- Relevance to the Challenge Theme: Solution’s Alignment with the Challenge Theme.
- Feasibility and Viability: Feasibility, Viability, and Overall Coherence of the Idea.
- Market Validation: Startup market validation, business model, and traction.
- Innovation and Novelty: Entrepreneurial and innovative potential, with an emphasis on novelty.
Application
Application must include:
- Completed Application Questions: Provide answers to all application questions in full.
- CV/Resume: Submit a current CV or resume.
- Summary of Accomplishments: Provide a summary of your key accomplishments.
- Video URL: Share what inspires you about the world and how you plan to make it better.
- Pitch Deck: Upload a pitch deck describing your solution.
For more information, visit Singularity + Sync Digital Wellbeing Global Impact Challenge.
