Alibaba Cloud Global Startup Accelerator

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Overview

Overview
Prizes and Benefits
Events Schedule
Rules and FAQs
VC Partners
Judging Panel

Demo Day Series Overview

In June 2021, we announced our new Project AsiaForward initiative to bring digital transformation to local enterprises in Asia and nurture fresh talent. As part of Project AsiaForward, we are launching the Alibaba Cloud Global Startup Accelerator. Here a series of Demo Days will be held, offering startups the chance to be selected for the Global Startup Accelerator and become part of Alibaba Cloud’s global ecosystem.

We will invite startups from all stages and industries.

Winners will walk away with $60,000 in cloud credits

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Prizes and Benefits

Prize/Benefits	Sign Up	Winner
Alibaba Cloud Credits	3,000 USD	60,000 USD
Connect to our VC partners from Southeast Asia and China
A chance to get 1-on-1 technical support from Alibaba Cloud
Potential media exposure from 30+ media companies in Asia
A chance to become an Alibaba Cloud Global Startup Star
An exclusive "Go China" package
Join Alibaba Cloud Global Startup Accelerator

Demo Day 2022 Schedule

1

Demo Day Singapore x Thailand

11 JAN, 2022

2

Demo Day Philippines

20 JAN, 2022

3

Demo Day Indonesia

20 FEB, 2022

4

Demo Day Vietnam

25 MAY, 2022

5

Demo Day Singapore

1 JUN, 2022

6

Demo Day Philippines

27 JUL, 2022

7

Demo Day Indonesia

11 AUG, 2022

8

Demo Day Hong Kong

3 NOV, 2022

Rules and FAQs

Each Demo Day event has two stages.
Stage 1: Qualification - Register your startup information and submit your business plan to participate. Participants from Alibaba Cloud, VC Partners, and KrAsia will decide and judge the finalists.
Stage 2: Demo Day Final - Go through a close-door live online session, impress the judges with your presentation, and win fabulous prizes!

How Do I Participate?: - Complete your registration (e.g. provide your company's basic information)
- Submit your Business Plan

Who Are the Judges?: - Alibaba Cloud SA Leaders and Country Managers
- VC Partner Representatives
- KrAsia Operating Experts

What Are the Criteria for Qualification?: - Business Development (40%): Address industry pain points and develop new technology during product development
- Business Model (40%): Commercialization of products or services, existing revenue channels, and existing collaborative partners
- Potential for Internationalization (20%): Status of overseas expansion and future plans

How Do I Know if I’m Qualified for Demo Day Final?: All results will be revealed via the DingTalk group.

Who Will Be in the Close-Door Session?: - Qualified Startups
- The Demo Day Judging Panel
- Staff from Alibaba Cloud, and KrAsia

What Is the Agenda of Demo Day Final?: - Opening Session (5-10 mins.): Opening address from Alibaba Cloud Country Manager
- First Half (~40 mins.): Presentations + QA Sessions
- Intermission (~10 mins.)
- Second Half (~40 mins.): Presentations + QA Sessions
- Ending Session: Wrap Up + Conclusion