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The Startup Smart Stage is the stage of Smart City Expo Curitiba 2025, created to connect visionary startups with investors and companies that are shaping the future of smart cities.

Startups Pitches + Live Smart Thank + Reverse Company Pitches!

Here, transformative solutions to the world’s biggest urban challenges can be leveraged. Register now and participate in the largest smart cities event in Latin America!

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STARTUPS

Show your Potential

Present your innovative solution to investors, corporate leaders and public sector representatives.

Trade with Big Fishes

Connect directly with investors ready to transform your idea into an impactful business.

Be Part of the Ecosystem

Compete for partnerships, pilot projects and real funding opportunities.

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To ensure a high level of impact and viability, we look for startups with a level of maturity that meet the following criteria:

MVP Validated

The startup has already developed a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and carried out initial tests.

Proven Traction

Do you already have customers, users or

pilots in progress.

Structured Business Model

You already have a validated revenue model or one in advanced development.

If your startup has already passed the ideation phase and is ready to gain scale and visibility, Startup Smart Stage is the right place for you!

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Connection with investors and market leaders.

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Free participation for selected startups (4 congress passes, 2 Business Passes)

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Direct networking with corporations and policy makers in the region.

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Potential to secure investments, partnerships or pilot projects.

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Lead Generation: Access to the data collector.

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Be the protagonist
of the future of smart cities!

Be part of this movement that is transforming the world.

Enrollment

Fill out the form and send your information by FEBRUARY 28. Limited places – don’t miss out!

Startup Selection

The startups that apply will be evaluated based on their potential for impact and innovation. The best ones will be invited to the stage to present their pitches.

Big Fish Dynamics

On the day of the event, investors will bid live to fund the most promising solutions. This is your moment to shine!

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COMPANIES & CORPORATES

Participate in Reverse Pitch

Present your company's challenges to visionary startups and receive tailor-made solutions.

Impact Innovation

Discover startups that can revolutionize your operations and increase your competitiveness.

Strengthen Your Brand

Position yourself as a leader in the smart city ecosystem.

Companies, corporations, government and investors interested in connecting to the most innovative ecosystem in Latin America.

Verticals We Look For

Estamos à procura de startups inovadoras que atuam em uma das seguintes áreas essenciais para o futuro das cidades inteligentes:

Smart Governance

Digital government, transparency, citizen participation and public safety.

Smart Economy

Circular economy, digital transformation and entrepreneurship.

Smart Mobility

Smart public transport, electric/autonomous vehicles, traffic management.

Smart Environment

Sustainability, renewable energy, waste management.

Smart Living

Health, education, digital inclusion and public safety.

Smart Infrastructure

IoT, 5G, smart buildings, predictive maintenance.

Smart People

Workforce empowerment, social inclusion and community engagement.

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