The DataTribe Challenge is a unique annual competition where startups have a chance at receiving up to $2 million in seed capital. The Challenge brings together the best entrepreneurs in the world looking to disrupt cybersecurity and data science. DataTribe selects three finalists that split $20,000 in prize money and one winner that could receive up to $2 million in seed capital.
About The Challenge
As we prepare for the 6th Annual DataTribe Challenge, DataTribe is looking forward to all the great companies that will submit to compete for one of the three finalist spots. The finalists will be announced on October 12th, 2023, and the final competition event will take place in Maryland on November 2nd, 2023. They expect this year to continue the tradition of bringing together an amazing group of cyber startups, executives, investors, and luminaries.
For full competition details, check out the links to the FAQ and Terms & Conditions at the bottom of the page.
Why We Do the DataTribe Challenge
DataTribe wants to continue to build world-class companies. We have built a unique reputation as a partner with elite teams at the cutting edge of innovation, typically leveraging experience gained at national security agencies or government R&D labs. DataTribe’s mission is to advance the state-of-the-art in cybersecurity and data science.
How To Get Involved
Companies that are interested must submit a proposal that includes a deck and relevant information. DataTribe will review submissions for technical merit, market potential, and readiness of the team.
Companies that are interested in competing must also be pre-Series A with maximum funding to date not exceeding more than $1.2M. You must have an Enterprise, Big Data, or Cyber Security product, beta, MVP, or concept to present.
Eligibility
The competition is open to teams/individuals with practical experience in the research,
design, development, integration, and deployment of cutting-edge tools, techniques and
systems to support cyber operations for government, university labs, or a corporate
enterprise. We are looking for founders who want to turn exceptional talent and tech into
world-class product companies.
Requirements
1. Company must be pre-series A.
2. Maximum funding to date cannot be more than $1.2M.
3. Must have a cybersecurity or data science product, beta, MVP or concept to
present.
4. Practical experience in national security, defense, national labs or R&D
organizations, or high-level commercial/enterprise technology.
5. Teams with appropriate commercial experience will also be given extra
consideration.
6. The proposed idea should be suitable for funding at some level to take it further.
7. The proposed idea should not be in violation of any intellectual property rights as far as you are aware
