2025 Entrepreneurs Next Star & Million Prize Global Challenge (Nanshan Shenzhen)

Note: This is a competition program, not an employment offer. About the Program The 2025 Next Star Global Challenge is guided by national and Shenzhen authorities and hosted by Nanshan District. We attract outstanding overseas projects to compete across AI (incl. embodied intelligence) , Biomedicine , and Future+ tracks with global divisions (NA/EU/APAC) and a comprehensive “Six-Ones” support package (funding, space, scenarios, talent, and full-cycle services). Who Should Apply Overseas high-level entrepreneurial teams or individuals with innovative achievements and startup plans Owners of core tech/IP seeking soft-landing and market access in China (Shenzhen) AI/Robotics/LLM/Healthcare/MedTech/SynBio/Diagnostics founders, research leads, or PhD-driven teams What You’ll Gain Grant/prize opportunities and pilot application scenarios in Shenzhen Startup space, housing support, talent services, and market connections Exposure to investors, industry partners, and government programs Eligibility (short) Project IP belongs to the applicant; no ownership disputes Not registered or serving as legal rep/shareholder of a Shenzhen entity; intent to establish/collaborate post-competition Prior national/municipal top-tier awardees (see website) are not eligible Divisions & Tracks NA / EU / APAC | AI+ (incl. embodied intelligence) / Biomedicine / Future+ How to Apply Submit your project via our official website: https://plugandplay.wufoo.com/forms/2025-entrepreneurs-next-star-challenge-linkedin/. Please select your division and track in the form. Early applications get priority for office hours/info sessions.