Startup Pitch Competition at MedTech World Middle East | Early-Stage Startups a Unique Opportunity

MedTech World Middle East (Dubai) announces the Startup Pitch Competition, designed to give early-stage startups a practical and low-pressure way to engage with the MedTech ecosystem. The competition allows participants to showcase their solutions, test their positioning, and build meaningful connections within the industry.

The Startup Pass enables startups to participate fully in the event, including access to a 1 by 1 m branded booth, premium networking events, PR and media exposure through MedTech World, and opportunities to connect with potential customers and investors. Ten startups will be selected to present on stage as part of the competition.

The competition is sponsored by Blue Goat Cyber and Ascend Clinical. Blue Goat Cyber will also award a special prize of up to 10 hours of tailored consulting, including cybersecurity readiness reviews for connected devices and regulatory strategy insights for FDA, EU MDR, or Health Canada submissions.

The winner will receive a Startup Package for MedTech World Europe - Malta 2026, yearly media exposure, and the Blue Goat Cyber prize. Applications close on January 31, 2026.

Startups interested in participating can register for the Startup Pass and submit their Pitch Form to be considered by the selection committee.