GLOBAL award show
Edition X
📍Esma Sultan Yalısı
GLOBAL
Winners edition x
Istanbul, Türkiye
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Eratani
Indonesia
Startup of the year
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Cyclizm
Turkey
Best Newcomer
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Tech Buzz Hub
Uganda
Best Co-working space
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BasiGo
Kenya
Best GreenTech
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Fumbi
Slovakia
People's Choice
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Hadeer Shalaby
Egypt
Founder of the Year
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Tech Istanbul
Turkey
Accelerator/Incubator Program
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Soulmates Ventures
Czechia
VC of the year. -
Nexstem
India
Best Health Tech
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Momint
South Africa
Best Web3.0 Startup -
Mari Luukkainen
Finland
Diversity Role Model of the Year 2023 -
Mya Thandar
Myanmar
Ecosystem Hero of the Year 2023
Main Sponsor
Official Sponsor
HOSTED IN THE HEART OF Türkiye
Global Innovation at the Crossroads of Continents
We gathered in Istanbul for the Global Startup Awards Grand Finale, where the world's brightest ideas converge at the epicenter of East meets West. Celebrated the power of global entrepreneurship in a city that bridges continents, cultures, and creative minds. Witnessed history in the making at the world's largest independent startup awards.
Istanbul was where your global journey began!
EDITION X
In Roman numerals, 'X' stood for ten, which gave a subtle nod to our rich history of ten incredible years at Global Startup Awards. So, while X might have marked the spot on a pirate map, at GSA, it marked a decade of celebrating brilliant minds and groundbreaking ideas
Joined us as we decoded more 'Xciting' innovations in our 10th Edition!
🎉 Were you there for the Finale Days? 🎉
THE VENUE
Esma Sultan Yalısı was located in the heart of Istanbul, Türkiye. It was situated in Ortaköy, next to the Great Mecidiye Mosque. The waterside mansion was built by Sarkis Balyan for Esma Sultan, the daughter of Sultan Abdülaziz, between 1873 and 1875.
Was it your first time in Istanbul?
numbers fROM last year’s competition
Nominations
+32,000
public votes
+110,000
Countries
120
CHECK how it went last year
THE PROGRAM
WELCOME
Pre-networking
award show
break & dinner
after party
Welcome to an unforgettable evening!
As the doors open, guests are greeted by a harmonious blend of music, setting the stage for a seamless check-in experience that promises to be both quick and welcoming.
A Moment to Mingle and Capture Memories
From the moment you step inside, the opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and capture memorable moments awaits, creating an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement.
The Highlight of the Evening
Prepare for a captivating showcase on the Grand Finale Stage, where the spotlight will shine on our esteemed finalists and winners. The evening will unfold with a mix of engaging interviews, entertaining performances, and moments of joyous celebration.
Culinary and Cultural Delights
As the night progresses, guests will be treated to a spectacular array of entertainment, ranging from mesmerizing acts to stunning acrobatic displays, all while savoring a sumptuous meal.
Dance the Night Away!
The celebration continues as we invite everyone to hit the dance floor, with our DJ spinning a mix of beloved classics and today’s hits, ensuring a night filled with energy, laughter, and dancing.
Join us for a night where every moment is designed to surprise, delight, and celebrate our global community.
gala dinner
The evening culminated in a gala dinner, offering a curated menu that celebrated the rich culinary heritage of the region, followed by an exclusive after-party where guests enjoyed Istanbul's vibrant nightlife and networked with luminaries from around the globe.
after party
Following the gala dinner, the after-party featured not only entertainment but also provided a sophisticated setting for professionals to connect, share ideas, and forge new collaborations.
the finalists
The Global Startup Awards is the largest independent startup ecosystem competition, dedicated to discovering, recognizing, and connecting the innovators shaping the future of the digital age worldwide. The GSA network spans 123 countries across 4 continents.
The global Grand Finale represents the culmination of all regional competitions.
ORGANIZED BY
TURKISH INVESTORS THAT ATTENDED THE GLOBAL GRAND FINALE DAYS
GLOBAL CATEGORIES
Startup Of The Year
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A startup that inspires the next generation of founders while positively impacting the economy and the world in general. It is a product and/or service which is already a success on the market, disrupting its industry with an innovative approach.
BEST HEALTH TECH STARTUP
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A startup that inspires the next generation of founders by positively impacting the economy and the world in general. It should have a product and/or service that is already a success on the market, disrupting its industry with an innovative approach.
best newcomer
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A startup that inspires the next generation of founders by positively impacting the economy and the world in general. It should have a product and/or service that is already a success on the market, disrupting its industry with an innovative approach.
FOUNDER OF THE YEAR
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A startup founder or co-founder who has shown strong leadership skills and achieved exceptional business results while being an inspiration to their team and a role model for the next generation of founders.
Best green tech STARTUP
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A startup that inspires the next generation of founders by positively impacting the economy and the world in general. It should have a product and/or service that is already a success on the market, disrupting its industry with an innovative approach.
VC OF THE YEAR
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An individual or company that has displayed the best investment acumen over the last year. This could be through an exit, early investment of a notable startup, or realization of an earlier investment.
BEST COWORKING SPACE
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A co-working space that deserves the recognition for its services, support, and resources to fast-growth startups, and for creating a culture and environment that fosters innovation and focuses on positively impacting the world.
DIVERSITY ROLE MODEL OF THE YEAR
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An individual who is known for their outstanding achievements and contribution to the mission of empowering more women and/or members of underrepresented groups to become founders, investors and leaders in their local and/or international startup and innovation ecosystem.
ECOSYSTEM HERO OF
THE YEAR
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An individual known by its passion for entrepreneurship and ability as well as willingness to help startups and entrepreneurship grow.
Best WEB 3.0 and AI Startup
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A startup with an innovative addition to the global Web 3.0 or AI Scene that incorporates decentralization, blockchain technologies, and token-based economics at the core of its added value, in addition to a commitment to increased data security, scalability, and enhanced privacy.
BEST ACCELERATOR/
INCUBATOR PROGRAM
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A fixed-term, cohort-based, mentorship-driven program that helps and empowers entrepreneurs to foster the growth of their innovative companies by providing tools, resources, connections, knowledge and expertise.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE
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A startup that got the most accumulated votes throughout the round.