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NEC X Venture Studio Program is looking for startups

Deadline: December 20, 2025

NEC X, the Silicon Valley venture studio backed by NEC’s advanced technologies and global businesses, is now accepting applications for Batch 15 of its startup program, Elev X! Ignite. Complete description can be found here. 

Core Focus

  • Sector agnostic
  • B2B software and SaaS businesses
  • Solutions that enhance business processes, decision-making, or operational efficiency
  • Startups leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as:
    • Generative AI
    • Computer Vision
    • Data & Predictive Analytics

 

Eligibility

Ideal applicants:

  • Are working as a team — or in the process of forming one
  • Can build and test lightweight prototypes
  • Are based in the U.S. and incorporated as a U.S. entity
  • Are not required to be generating revenue or raising capital

 

NEC Offer

  • Direct access to NEC’s global R&D resources and business networks
  • Hands-on support for product engineering and technical validation
  • Up to $250K in funding
  • Guidance from top-tier mentors, engineers, and business development experts
  • Introductions to investors and strategic corporate partners
  • Exclusive workshops and founder-focused learning content

 

Apply here: https://elev-x.secure-platform.com/ignite/
Deadline: December 20, 2025

📚 Webinar Materials (Feel free to share!)

🎥 Webinar Recording
https://docsend.com/view/xb4m94i79s88jjyr

📑 Program Overview Slides
https://docsend.com/view/mabm5bxra58td47p

📑 Biometrics Technology Slides
https://docsend.com/view87dzzq5a94cb5rfr

🧪 Other NEC Tech Seeds for Founders
https://docsend.com/view/ktpsfzt28iyigzj5

🌐 Learn more about the program

https://elev-x.com/elev-x-ignite/

Deadline: December 20, 2025
Posted on: December 12, 2025
Key Words:
B2B SaaS, generative ai, computer vision, Data Analysis, predictive analytics
Contact MIT Startup Exchange with questions

NEC X, the Silicon Valley venture studio backed by NEC’s advanced technologies and global businesses, is now accepting applications for Batch 15 of its startup program, Elev X! Ignite. Complete description can be found here. 

Core Focus

  • Sector agnostic
  • B2B software and SaaS businesses
  • Solutions that enhance business processes, decision-making, or operational efficiency
  • Startups leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as:
    • Generative AI
    • Computer Vision
    • Data & Predictive Analytics

 

Eligibility

Ideal applicants:

  • Are working as a team — or in the process of forming one
  • Can build and test lightweight prototypes
  • Are based in the U.S. and incorporated as a U.S. entity
  • Are not required to be generating revenue or raising capital

 

NEC Offer

  • Direct access to NEC’s global R&D resources and business networks
  • Hands-on support for product engineering and technical validation
  • Up to $250K in funding
  • Guidance from top-tier mentors, engineers, and business development experts
  • Introductions to investors and strategic corporate partners
  • Exclusive workshops and founder-focused learning content

 

Apply here: https://elev-x.secure-platform.com/ignite/
Deadline: December 20, 2025

📚 Webinar Materials (Feel free to share!)

🎥 Webinar Recording
https://docsend.com/view/xb4m94i79s88jjyr

📑 Program Overview Slides
https://docsend.com/view/mabm5bxra58td47p

📑 Biometrics Technology Slides
https://docsend.com/view87dzzq5a94cb5rfr

🧪 Other NEC Tech Seeds for Founders
https://docsend.com/view/ktpsfzt28iyigzj5

🌐 Learn more about the program

https://elev-x.com/elev-x-ignite/

Complete description can be found here:

https://elev-x.secure-platform.com/ignite/

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