Are you a startup ready to push the boundaries of robotics? The Infineon Startup Challenge, our Golden Unicorn partner program, is back – and it’s your chance to bring cutting-edge humanoid robotics ideas to life.
DEADLINE: May 27, 2026
Focus areas for your solution
Whether you’re developing new hardware, software, or a hybrid solution, these are the areas they’re most excited about:
- Digital twins – System simulations with tools like ISAAC Sim & Omniverse
- Artificial skin – Capacitive, inductive, and magnetic sensor solutions
- Environmental sensing – Image processing, radar, and laser beam projection
- Visual feedback – Show intent with movement and or a laser beam scanner
- Motor control – Advanced movement solutions for humanoid robots
What you get as a participant
By joining the challenge, you’ll have access to everything you need to bring your prototype to life:
- Complimentary prototyping kits (trainable with Deepcraft™ Studio, including motor control and sensor data reading)
- Technical support from experts
- Guidance through prototype development
- A structured program designed to accelerate your startup’s growth (business coaching & pitch training)
How the challenge works
- Apply now – Submit your concept, describe your startup idea and your motivation to attend
- 24 pre-selected startups will be invited to Dresden to join Silicon Saxony Days (Dresden)
- Pitch – Present your idea and development strategy in Dresden, June 16th -17th
- Challenge selection – 12 startups are chosen to join the official program, June-Oct 2026
The program’s big opportunity
- Demo day at EBSCON Conference – Present your solution at the Demo day of the Startup Challenge in Graz, Austria (October 6–7)
- The Startup Challenge Winner will present at Infineon Startup Night in Munich, Germany
- Network with decision-makers – Connect with Infineon executives and VCs
- Long-term collaboration – The top teams can advance to a one-year growth program
DEADLINE: May 27, 2026
Don’t miss your chance to combine robotics and cutting-edge technology – apply for the Infineon Startup Challenge and turn your ideas into reality!
