#USA #Lisbon #Consumer Technology Association #CES 2026

CTA Hosts Startup Pitch Competition in Lisbon

On June 23, 2025, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) will organize an exciting pitch competition for innovative startups in Lisbon, coinciding with its annual CEO Summit. This event will bring together visionary startups and the region's leading investors, offering a platform for innovative ideas to shine. The winning startup will be awarded a free exhibition space at Eureka Park during the CES 2026 in Las Vegas, one of the most recognized stages for startups worldwide.

Gary Shapiro, President and CEO of the CTA, emphasized the significance of Lisbon as a hub of innovation, stating, "Lisbon is one of the capitals of innovation in Europe, making it the perfect place to host this pitch competition. We are excited to spotlight some of Europe's most dynamic new startups and look forward to welcoming the winner to CES 2026 next January."

Spotlighting Portuguese Innovators
The competition will feature five remarkable Portuguese startups presenting their innovative solutions to a panel of esteemed judges and investors. The panel will consist of industry leaders, including:

• - Rita Branco, Impact Partner at 3xP Global Investments
• - Cintia Mano, CEO and Co-founder at COREangels
• - Tomás Penaguião, Partner at Bynd Venture Capital
• - João Pereira, Director at Digital Portugal Ventures
• - Diogo Teixeira, CEO and Co-founder at Beta-i.

The participating startups include:

• - Bandora Systems: A SaaS platform utilizing machine learning to optimize energy use in buildings.
• - Enhanced Fertility: Home testing solutions that provide data-driven fertility treatments.
• - iLoF: Leveraging AI to accelerate personalized medicine discovery and development.
• - Mantis-AI: A media technology company transforming videos and raw data through AI.
• - Musiversal: A subscription service facilitating musical collaboration and production.

Kinsey Fabrizio, President of the CTA, remarked on the resilience of innovators, stating, "In tough circumstances, innovators step up to find solutions. We are thrilled to gather Portuguese startups making a tangible difference and tackling some of the world's biggest challenges. Portugal demonstrates it can be competitive on a global scale, and we invite these startups to participate at CES 2026."

Eureka Park: The Venue for Innovation
Eureka Park will be the venue at CES where startups worldwide showcase transformative technologies, connect with investors, and forge partnerships. For more information about Eureka Park and application details for CES 2026, interested parties can visit the CTA's website.

The startup pitch competition aligns with the CTA's annual CEO Summit, scheduled from June 22-26, which gathers founders and CEOs from major global companies. Notable attendees include leaders from Abbott, Amazon, Coactive AI, Crutchfield Corporation, Cyabra, Google, Siemens, Sony, Walmart, and more.

About the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)

The CTA is North America's largest trade association, representing the technology sector, from startups to global brands, and supporting over 18 million U.S. jobs. The CTA owns and produces CES®, the world's leading tech event that has the most significant impact. For details, visitors can check CTA.tech or follow @CTAtech on social media.

About CES®

CES is the most influential tech event in the world, a showcase for cutting-edge technologies and global innovators. Here, the biggest brands conduct business and meet new partners while the most talented innovators take center stage. CES 2026 will take place from January 6-9 in Las Vegas. For further information, visit CES.tech and follow CES on social media.