[WLD26]




Key Dates

29 May - Launch Deadline
28 August - Standard Deadline
19 December - Extended Deadline
26 December - Judging
19 January 2026 - Winners Announced
24 March 2026 - Awards Presentation

Startup

This category relates to Startups who are still in the initial stages of design. It may still be in concept stage or with working prototypes. It has yet to be released as a commercial project.  Startup projects need to be new and emerging. We want to see a great idea that is in its incubation stage. All eligible nominations will be automatically submitted into this category and no fee applies.


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