Startup Showcase powered by Google for Startups puts your idea in the spotlight. Expect quickfire presentations from startups showcasing innovative solutions to the biggest issues in their industries.
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Startup Showcase powered by Google for Startups brings together startups from a range of industries to present their company and vision to our attendees, investors and members of the international media. Every hour will see our top startups take to the stage to present under a uniting theme.

How does it work?

The world&#8217;s leading media publications and journalists will join us at Web Summit Rio in search of the next big story in tech. They’ll help take your startup’s message global.

Brand awareness

Investor to startup meetings are pre-scheduled sessions between the world’s most influential investors and the startups that excite them. If selected, you’ll get insider advice on making your startup irresistible to investors.

Funding

Networking opportunities are woven throughout the Web Summit Rio experience. Use the Web Summit Rio app to start networking before the event even begins, and boost your profile with activations such as Startup Showcase in order to catch the attention of investors and find potential leads.

Networking

Schedule meetings with founders who’ve overcome all the odds and with trendsetting companies in your industry, then follow up on these leads after the event. You never know who may become your new business partner, investor or mentor.

Meaningful connections

Meet the our 2026 Startup Showcase startups

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They came as small startups

“An exciting event with a global reach.”

“One of the most highly regarded gathering places for startups.”

“Bridges the gap between creativity and tech.”

You’ll now get exclusive access to speaker announcements, ticket discounts and much more.

Startup Showcase powered by Google for Startups