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Slush’s new €500,000 bet

Slush revamped Slush 100 and announced Slush 20 Under 20. One startup will receive a €500,000 equity-free prize through Slush 100.

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Slush has revamped its startup competition and launched a founder programme that includes Slush 100 and Slush 20 Under 20, with a total prize of €500,000. This initiative aims to support innovative startups and exceptional young entrepreneurs in the ecosystem.

The revamped Slush 100 is recognized as the world’s most sought-after startup competition. It involves a tournament-style format where 100 startups are selected based on applications, culminating in live pitches. The 20U20 program focuses specifically on young talents under twenty.

This initiative by Slush demonstrates a commitment to nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs. The winner will gain significant benefits, including a notable cash prize and exposure on the main stage, thus expanding their opportunities for future growth.

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    Slush Volunteer Founder ReportRecorded source excerpt · original wording
    These four founders got inspired by volunteering at Slush Slush’s mission is to help and create founders to change the world. According to its Founder Factory report published last year, 15% of Slush alumni have founded their own company . Every year, Slush introduces 2,000 volunteers to the startup ecosystem. " Volunteering at Slush opens doors for young visionaries. It's a human accelerator that shows how far you c
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    Slush Volunteer Founder ReportPublished article text · original wording
    Slush has published the Volunteer Founder Report, indicating that 15% of its alumni have started their own companies. The report highlights Slush's role in introducing 2,000 volunteers to the startup ecosystem each year.
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    Slush 100 revamped and 20U20 supertalents Slush 100 is the world’s most coveted startup competition. The Tournament style competition selects the top 100 based on formal applications and Top 20 are selected by a top jury. The competition culminates to a final of three pitching on Slush’s Founder stage in front of thousands of attendees. The new program for under 20 year-olds, Slush 20U20, puts a spotlight on the most
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    Slush’s new €500,000 betPublished article text · original wording
    Slush revamped Slush 100 and announced Slush 20 Under 20. One startup will receive a €500,000 equity-free prize through Slush 100.
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