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Elev X! Ignite: Batch17 (NEC X)

Days left6w leftDecember 11, 2026

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Elev X! Ignite is a technology venture studio programme supporting early-stage founders developing business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) technology solutions. The programme is structured into three phases, beginning with venture design and prototype development, followed by customer-demand validation and, finally, preparation for scalable growth and fundraising. Selected founders receive access to NEC's technology resources, engineering expertise, corporate partners, experienced mentors and investor networks. The first phase is equity-free, while subsequent phases may involve investment through a SAFE agreement or other investment arrangements. Although applications are open internationally, founders must be based in the United States or be willing to incorporate a US entity before Phase 2 begins in March 2027.

Requirements checklist

  1. 01

    e an early-stage B2B or B2G technology founder.

  2. 02

    Have a technology-driven business idea or working prototype.

  3. 03

    Be capable of building and testing prototypes using coding, no-code tools or functional demonstrations.

  4. 04

    Be willing to work collaboratively with a team; solo founders are also accepted.

  5. 05

    Demonstrate the potential to create meaningful commercial value.

  6. 06

    Be based in the United States or willing to establish a US legal entity before Phase 2.

  7. 07

    Prepare a pitch deck and complete the online application.

  8. 08

    Be available for the online and hybrid programme activities.