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Global Timeline
Global Timeline
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*All dates are Beijing time (GMT+8). The date and timeline of the regional challenges may vary.
Global Call for Proposals
Global Call for Proposals
May 8
May 8
Deadline to Submit Proposals
Deadline to Submit Proposals
June 30
June 30
Preliminary Review and Initial Assessment
Preliminary Review and Initial Assessment
Early to mid-July
Early to mid-July
Three Regional Demo Events
Three Regional Demo Events
End of July to Early August
End of July to Early August
Announce the Global Finalists
Announce the Global Finalists
Early August
Early August
Acceleration Camp for the Global Finalists
Acceleration Camp for the Global Finalists
Mid-August
Mid-August
Global Final Demo Event and Winners Announced
Global Final Demo Event and Winners Announced
End of August
End of August
*All dates are Beijing time (GMT+8). The date and timeline of the regional challenges may vary.
Details of Regional Challenge
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Shenzhen, China Boston, the USA Bangkok, Thailand
Shenzhen, China Boston, the USA Bangkok, Thailand
Timeline of Regional Challenge
Event schedule by
Regional Challenge
The evaluation of all proposals will be conducted on the basis of fairness and impartiality.
Apply Now
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May 8
Call for Proposals
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June 30
Deadline to Submit Proposals
03
Early to mid-July
Preliminary Review and Initial Assessment
04
End of July
Announce the Regional Finalist
05
Early August
Regional Demo Event
06
Early August
Announce the Global Finalists
07
Mid-August
Acceleration Camp for the Global Finalists
08
End of August
Global Final Demo Event and Winners Announced
Partner
Regional Innovation Partner
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Timeline of Regional Challenge
Event schedule by
Regional Challenge
The evaluation of all proposals will be conducted on the basis of fairness and impartiality.
Apply Now
01
May 8
Call for Proposals
02
June 30
Deadline to Submit Proposals
03
Early to mid-July
Preliminary Review and Initial Assessment
04
End of July
Announce the Regional Finalist
05
End of July
Regional Demo Event
06
Early August
Announce the Global Finalists
07
Mid-August
Acceleration Camp for the Global Finalists
08
End of August
Global Final Demo Event and Winners Announced
Partner
Regional Innovation Partner
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Timeline of Regional Challenge
Event schedule by
Regional Challenge
The evaluation of all proposals will be conducted on the basis of fairness and impartiality.
Apply Now
01
May 8
Call for Proposals
02
June 30
Deadline to Submit Proposals
03
Early to mid-July
Preliminary Review and Initial Assessment
04
End of July
Announce the Regional Finalist
05
Early August
Regional Demo Event
06
Early August
Announce the Global Finalists
07
Mid-August
Acceleration Camp for the Global Finalists
08
End of August
Global Final Demo Event and Winners Announced
Evaluation Criteria
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Feasibility
• Can the proposal be applied or produced within one to two years based on existing or foreseeable technology.
• Can the proposed solution be integrated with existing products, services, and technology.
• The potential impact, economic and brand value of the proposal.
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Innovation and Originality
• The extent of the proposed technological breakthrough, its forward-looking nature, and disruptive potential within the industry.
• The value that the solution offers and its ability to improve productivity and resource utilization.
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Long-Term Potential
• The compatibility of the proposal with policies and industry trends.
• The maturity and marketability of the proposed solution’s business model.
• The efficacy and reliability of existing funding for the solution’s development.
• The background of the applicant(s) and core team members.
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Social Values
• Whether the proposed solution reflects one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
• Whether the applicant demonstrates equality, inclusiveness and diversity.
• Whether the proposed solution closes gaps in access to resources, or provides opportunities for minority groups.
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