Apply now for the Q2B25 Silicon Valley Startup Competition!
QAI Ventures is calling all early-stage quantum startups: We invite you to apply for the Q2B25 Silicon Valley Startup Pitch Competition, an exclusive opportunity to showcase your startup on a global stage on December 9th at the Santa Clara Convention Center. Apply Now to fast-track your Quantum Venture!
What’s at Stake?
The winner of the pitch competition will receive a Golden Ticket* - a direct invitation to QAI Ventures’ final Speed Dating (February 10, 2026 in Calgary), the last phase of our due diligence process for entry into the QAI Accelerator program in Canada (starting April 13, 2026, in Calgary) with up to $200K USD in investment.
Who Can Apply?
Early-stage startups developing quantum technologies or quantum-enabled solutions
Pre-seed or seed stage or less than $5M USD raised to date
Finalist Perks
Up to 7 startups will be selected to pitch live at Q2B25 in Silicon Valley. Finalists will receive:
A Q2B25 full conference pass (3 days, Dec 9–11)
Exposure to hundreds of Quantum VCs and investors, innovators, and industry leaders
Pitch in front of a dedicated jury and the global audience at Q2B25
Applications are open now
Apply now to secure your chance to pitch at Q2B25 Silicon Valley
Deadline: November 20, 2025
Finalists will be selected by November 24th, 2025
* Terms and conditions for participation shall apply. The investment and acceptance in the QAI accelerator program of the winner shall be subject to the successful completion of QAI Ventures’ selection process and the agreement of terms between the winner and QAI Ventures, which shall be solely between the winner and QAI Ventures. QC Ware shall not be a party to any potential and/or actual collaboration. By participating in the startup pitch competition, each participant agrees that QC Ware shall not be liable for any actual and/or potential investment in a participant.
Questions?
We are looking forward to getting your applications. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the team.
Saeed Neyshabouri
Program Manager at QAI Ventures Canada