Startup Championship

What is Network X Americas?

Network X Americas is the premier event for telecom industry leaders, bringing together professionals from mobile, broadband, and Wi-Fi to explore the future of network innovation. Taking place May 20-22, 2025, at the Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas, Dallas, Texas, this must-attend event focuses on network evolution, monetization strategies, and enhancing customer experiences.

In today’s competitive landscape, strategic partnerships are essential. Carriers attending Network X Americas are actively seeking innovative startups that can drive network efficiencies and new service opportunities.

New for 2025, the Startup Championship will highlight the most disruptive and game-changing startups in the telecom ecosystem. This platform offers unparalleled exposure for pioneering companies working in: AI, NTNs, Cloud, Edge, Slicing, Fiber, APIs, Wireless, Connected Home, and more!

Each startup will have a 5-10 minute pitch followed by a Q&A from a panel of expert judges. At the end of the competition, the judges will choose a winner.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must offer an innovative solution or technology for telcos.

• Company must have launched since January 2020.

Agenda at a Glance

5-10 startups will present live on May 20, 2025, as part of the Startup Championship sessions (15:00 – 17:30)

15:00 Panel Discussion: Unlocking innovation: Corporate leaders’ perspectives on working with startups

Moderator: Nicolai Schattgen, Founder & CEO, Match-Maker Ventures

15:30 Fireside Chat: Stories of Telco-startup collaboration

Moderator: Nicolai Schattgen, Founder & CEO, Match-Maker Ventures

15:50 Startup Showcase

17:30 End of Startup Showcase

For more information contact Melina Diamantopoulou at melina.diamantopoulou@informa.com