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Expanding Markets, Powering Growth

OCT 15, 2025

FAIRMONT MAKATI, PHILIPPINES

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Expanding Markets, Powering
Growth

This year’s IGNITE theme, Expanding Markets, Empowering Growth, highlights the boundless opportunities that come with innovation and collaboration. By opening doors to new markets and equipping businesses with the tools, networks, and knowledge they need, IGNITE creates an environment where ideas transform into impact. It’s about going beyond limits, fostering meaningful connections, and empowering companies and individuals to scale, thrive, and shape the future of growth together.

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Represented
Countries

40+

Companies & Organizations

400+

Speakers and
Judges

50+

Expected Total Participants

1200+

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Launchpad to a
Million-Dollar Prize

The Startup World Cup is the premier global startup competition and conference series connecting the world's best entrepreneurs with top-tier investors and business leaders. It offers a unique platform for founders to compete for a $1 million investment prize and gain invaluable exposure to a global network.

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