10 Nov THE TOP 50 STARTUPS OF THE YEAR HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED
THE TOP 50 STARTUPS OF THE YEAR HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED
ENTREPRENEURSHIP IMPACT SPREADS ACROSS THE UNIVERSE WITH BIG BANG STARTUP CHALLENGE
The Top 50 startups that will take the stage at Big Bang Startup Challenge, Türkiye’s largest entrepreneurship event, have been announced. Organized annually by ITU Çekirdek, the incubation center of ITU ARI Teknokent, this year’s event will take place at UNIQ Istanbul on November 25–26, open to everyone. Under the “ImpactVerse” theme, where the impact of entrepreneurship spreads across the universe, the 50 best local and global startups selected in eight sectoral verticals will meet with awards and investments.
Providing 360-degree support to entrepreneurs who aim to commercialize their technological products and services on their growth journeys, ITU Çekirdek will organize the 14th Big Bang Startup Challenge this year, and the Top 50 startups have now been revealed. Taking place at UNIQ Istanbul on November 25–26 under the “ImpactVerse” theme, Big Bang will once again be the stage where the impact of entrepreneurship expands across the universe.
In eight sectoral verticals—(Automotive & Mobility, Energy, ITU Seed, Lifetech / Medtech, AI & Machinery, Proptech & Contech, HR & Regtech, and E-Comm & Platforms)—50 startups will meet with awards and investments. Global investors will also be able to watch the presentations simultaneously online.
As Türkiye’s largest entrepreneurship event, Big Bang Startup Challenge will be the stage where the impact of entrepreneurship spreads across the universe this year with the motto “ImpactVerse.” On the first day of the event, the Top 50 startups will make their presentations divided into sectoral verticals; on the second day, the awards and investments will be announced.
The event will also feature expert speakers from different sectors, while special shows and performances throughout the two-day program will keep the excitement alive.
Bringing together all the actors of the entrepreneurship ecosystem, Big Bang will offer participants the opportunity not only to expand their networks but also to discover numerous innovations through startup booths and experience areas to be set up in the foyer.
Supports 500 startups every year
Continuing to strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystem with its vision as an “Impact-Creating Incubation Center,” ITU Çekirdek, recognized as “the world’s best university incubation center,” creates millions of dollars of added value for Türkiye’s economy every year by supporting an average of 500 startups annually.
At last year’s Big Bang, TL 2.85 billion in awards, cash, and investment support was announced for startups, and this year, an even larger pool of resources is targeted.
Success stories expanding from Türkiye to the global stage
ITU Çekirdek not only provides early-stage support for entrepreneurs but also connects them with investors and funds, opening doors to global success.
Hundreds of startups supported to date have received investments from Silicon Valley, established distributor networks in more than 40 countries, and achieved transformative impacts within their industries. Among them are also the unicorn candidates of the future.
Startup presentations will be broadcast live simultaneously to global investors, and registration for the event is available at bigbang.itucekirdek.com.
HERE ARE THE TOP 50 STARTUPS TAKING THE STAGE AT BIG BANG STARTUP CHALLENGE 2025
Automotive and Mobility Stage
Supported by the Automotive Exporters Association (OİB)
ALL IoT Teknoloji: Develops smart environmental solutions that digitalize waste management through IoT, image processing, and AI, reducing carbon emissions and operational costs.
Arya AI: A deep-tech solution that prevents data loss, learns and adapts to operational processes, and performs multi-constraint optimization in supply chains simultaneously.
BİGES KOMPOZİT: A material technology startup that transforms textile waste into high-performance composite materials, acoustic panels, and sustainable raw materials through upcycling.
GUARTEC: Develops a next-generation tech-driven protective gear that combines safety, comfort, and style for motorcycle riders.
M-BASED: Offers an eco-friendly alternative to the fashion and industrial sectors by producing durable, plastic-free, and sustainable vegan leather made from mushrooms.
STEP4: A sustainability management platform that collects, analyzes, manages, and reports ESG data of companies and supply chains, gathering the entire process on a single screen.
Vignetim: A mobility-as-a-service fintech platform that unifies digital vignette, toll passes, eSIM, insurance, parking, and charging services for cross-border travel of individuals and fleets.
Energy Stage
Supported by the Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK) and the Electricity Distribution Services Association (Elder)
Conveks: An intelligent optimization platform that integrates with existing corporate systems to manage task assignment, route optimization, and dynamic planning, offering real-time KPIs and visual analytics.
NisusAI: An AI-powered orchestration platform that enables businesses to centrally manage their distributed infrastructures, processes, and integrations.
Onna Robotics: Offers autonomous robots and AI-driven technologies that simplify maintenance operations in the wind energy sector, reducing costs and maximizing efficiency.
Rotamen: A next-generation field workforce management system that digitalizes end-to-end operations dependent on human experience and manual processes, offering optimization and automation.
Torkman: Provides an integrated ecosystem that manages human+robot collaboration through data with the Itools product family and Torka inspection applications across factories, plants, processes, and energy lines.
Ukko Bot: An innovative analytics and AI platform that provides instant insights to energy sector professionals through natural-language queries.
Werer Energy: A renewable energy startup producing lithium battery packs, hybrid inverter systems, and scalable energy storage containers.
ITU SEED Stage
BeeSage: A modular early warning system that helps beekeepers boost honey yield, control swarming, and reduce apiary visits.
Fleetroot: An IoT SaaS platform enabling businesses to manage last-mile delivery, fleets, and assets through real-time visibility and automation.
FortyGuard: A scalable AI-powered urban temperature intelligence solution offering 2-meter precision data for logistics, infrastructure, and energy industries.
Key2Enable: Develops in-house assistive technology that empowers students with disabilities to learn and communicate.
Waiter Call: A web-based solution that helps restaurant owners balance staff workload and improve service operations.
Life Sciences and Medical Technologies Stage
Bloocell Health Technologies: A bioengineered tissue technology offering customizable and biodegradable structures that support natural regeneration and effective tissue repair.
CalibraMics: A developer and manufacturer of hybrid systems that ensure data standardization in CT (Computed Tomography) imaging.
Collaxir: A biotech startup that transforms animal waste into high-purity collagen peptides using patented green technology, developing formulations for healthy living.
GODİ Biotechnology: A biotechnology company developing advanced biotechnological products shaping the future of life sciences.
MamaLabs: A health technology that measures the nutritional value of breast milk through strip tests, enabling doctors to create personalized nutrition and supplement plans for mothers.
marin: Provides personalized supplement routines based on user health data using expert-approved AI algorithms.
RAYMARE: A deep-tech startup offering plant-based biotechnological solutions to global agricultural challenges such as water scarcity, nutrition, and soil productivity.
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Technologies Stage
AirGemba: Provides real-time operational insights to enterprises by integrating industrial IoT with artificial intelligence.
ARCH Technology: A wearable device equipped with sensors for pulse, tissue oxygenation, and edema measurement, offering AI-supported circulation regulation.
Corezzle Electronics: Delivers compact and high-performance system-in-package solutions by integrating electronic components into a single processor package.
DexterGPT: An AI-powered platform that automates SEO and digital marketing processes without requiring technical expertise.
NCT Robotics: Develops customizable AI-powered autonomous robots for the hospitality, healthcare, education, and events industries.
Seri AI Systems: A centralized, secure, and scalable intelligent chat platform providing AI orchestration.
Real Estate and Construction Technologies Stage
CIRCULA: A contech startup developing zero-waste products using robotic additive manufacturing and bio-based materials.
CoBoT AI: Digitalizes manual design tasks in construction and BIM processes through design automation and AI agents.
myaircharger: An AI-powered tabletop device platform offering charging, advertising, customer engagement, and data analytics for venues.
Sanamekan: A digital platform that enables short-term rentals of over 2,000 venues across 70+ event types, transforming the events industry.
SociaPol: A no-code metaverse platform that allows users to create their own virtual worlds without technical expertise.
HR and Regulation Technologies Stage
hiri.ai: A Talent Intelligence platform that manages recruitment processes through autonomous AI agents and provides objective evaluation using the “Holistic Hiri Score.”
NovaForge: A platform that redesigns hiring processes with AI agents capable of conducting personal phone calls aligned with company culture.
Sobrantech Digital Transformation: A technology consultancy startup that accelerates digital transformation and automates business processes with AI.
Synaps AI: A 13-module AI-powered platform that manages the entire hiring process under one roof.
Tebli: A legal technology platform automating e-notification processes and simplifying document management for institutions.
Waytogo: A development technology that analyzes coaching and mentoring sessions with AI, delivering reports in minutes.
WiseStella: A cloud-based AI platform providing root-cause analysis, benchmarking, and risk management for ship operators in the HSEQ domain.
E-Commerce and Platforms Stage
Binclusive: An AI-based accessibility solution that enables web and mobile applications to become accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Lunaar: A technology startup establishing AI-powered next-generation product experience standards between the physical and digital worlds.
Ranke Studios: An independent game studio combining emotional storytelling with innovative game design to create psychologically rich experiences.
Trilema Wallet: A B2B platform offering branded Web3 wallet infrastructure, providing digital ownership and financial security under a self-custody model.
VOTLOG: A next-generation experience and research platform enabling brands to collect rapid consumer feedback and generate instant, meaningful, and actionable insights.
