What is SmartCityX
SmartCityX is a global open innovation program in which large corporations representing various industries and startups from around the world collaborate to co-create high-value services and applications from the perspective of consumers, not just from the standpoint of industry and technology. This is a global open innovation program.
We will accelerate the study of business co-creation between large corporations and domestic and overseas startups, and promote DX from the consumer's perspective, which will be the driving force behind "Society 5.0 x New Normal". We aim to create a society in which people can make choices that meet their individual needs and realize a variety of happiness.
Application
We are looking for the best, most innovative ideas from around the work to shape the future of cities. Startups of all stages are welcome. We are looking for ideas, prototypes, demos, commercialised products, and more, from all stages of development.
*Application has closed (as of Dec 2023)
Program Schedule
Leadership Circle
Our Leadership Circle, which will continue to grow throughout the program, is a diverse group of industry stakeholders that are deeply immersed in smart city technology, and includes individuals from global corporations, municipalities, the venture capital community, innovation hubs, academia and researchers. We leverage their expertise to build and support our overall community.
Naomi Koshi
Miura & Partners | Former Mayor of Otsu City
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