About this opportunity
1752. vc is running Lightning Round IX, a fully remote pitch competition with five finalist spots and a shot at a $100K investment, subject to acceptance and due diligence.
This is built for early-stage tech founders with real traction, meaning paying users, pilots, retention or strong technical differentiation in areas like AI, SaaS and frontier tech. Winners also get fast-tracked into the 1752 Accelerate programme.
Beyond the cheque, finalists get feedback from active investors, access to a network of 850+ accredited investors, $1. 3M plus in startup perks and a spotlight in the investor newsletter.
Applications close on 25 September 2026 and the live pitch event takes place on 8 October 2026, so apply through the official 1752. vc page while the round is open.
What you receive
- $100K investment opportunity
- Fast-track into 1752 Accelerate
- Feedback from active investors
- Network of 850+ accredited investors
- $1.3M+ in startup perks
- Investor newsletter spotlight
Who can apply
- Early-stage tech founders with real traction, such as paying users, pilots, retention or strong technical differentiation in AI, SaaS or frontier tech
How to apply
- Open the official 1752.vc Lightning Round page
- Submit your application before 25 September 2026
- Pitch at the live event on 8 October 2026 if selected as a finalist
Sources and verification
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