Deel Launches Global Startup Competition To Fund Startups
Deel launched "The Pitch," a global Seed-stage startup competition with applications opened February 5, 2026; Tel Aviv hosts the first regional final March 23, 2026, and the global finale is scheduled for Abu Dhabi in May. The program includes a more-than $15 million investment pool, expects roughly 20,000 applicants across seven regions, could award up to ten ventures $1 million each, and aims to widen investor access beyond traditional tech hubs.
Scoring Rationale
Credible, actionable global funding initiative for seed startups with strong partners; limited novelty since similar competitions exist, constraining systemic impact.
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- Read OriginalDeel’s global start-up competition offers $15m. in fundingjpost.com
