Dream Challenge K-Startup Demo Day
2026 Dream Challenge K-Startup Demo Day | Deep Tech & HealthTech
12 of Korea’s most promising Deep Tech & HealthTech startups. One evening in Silicon Valley, limited to 80 guests.
Free entry to win an iPad or Samsung Galaxy Tab — no purchase necessary, must be present to win.
Description
South Korea’s most promising Deep Tech and HealthTech startups are coming to Silicon Valley, and they’re here to do business: partnerships, PoC projects, US localization, and investment.
Join us at Plug and Play Tech Center for live pitches before a panel of Silicon Valley judges, followed by dinner, drinks, networking, and a raffle of premium prizes from Korea.
Seating is limited to 80 guests. Registration is free but subject to approval. Reserve your spot now.
Presenting Companies
Crois Physical AI ● MEDIAI PLUS ● KiiKi X ● Adwave ● CoreMotion NEXTERIALS ● Codepresso ● Boldy ● UNIUNI ● CHOICE ● Realizer DAEDAN BIO
Why You Should Be in the Room
Early access to cross-border deal flow. These 12 companies were selected through a competitive program and are actively raising, partnering, and launching US pilots.
Real PoC and partnership opportunities. Every presenting team is ready to discuss co-development, pilots, and strategic collaboration with US corporates.
A curated room. Investors, operators, and corporate innovation leaders focused on AI, hard tech, digital health, medtech, and FemTech.
Dinner, networking, and a raffle. Win an iPad, a Samsung Galaxy Tab, K-beauty sets, or reserve-grade Korean specialty coffee.
At a Glance
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Doors open 3:30 PM)
Venue: Plug and Play Tech Center, Second Floor Event Hall, 440 N Wolfe Rd, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Admission: Free with approved registration
Who Should Attend
Investors: VCs, angels, and accelerators focused on Deep Tech and HealthTech, especially those looking at cross-border deal flow
Industry Experts: Senior executives and operators in AI, hard tech, digital health, and medtech
Corporate Partners: Innovation leads and BD/strategic partnership teams looking for PoC and co-development opportunities
Ecosystem Builders: Founders, operators, and community leaders across the Silicon Valley startup ecosystem
Agenda
3:30 pm Doors Open & Registration
4:00 pm Pitch Session 1: HealthTech Track
5:00 pm Coffee Break, Networking & Raffle Drawing
5:30 pm Pitch Session 2: Deep Tech Track
6:30 pm Dinner, Networking & Grand Raffle Drawing
8:00 pm Close
Raffle drawings take place during the break and at dinner, with the headline prizes drawn at the dinner reception. Stay for the whole evening to maximize your chances.
Evening Raffle: A Curated Taste of Korea
Every registered guest who checks in on site is automatically entered.
Headline Prizes: iPad · Samsung Galaxy Tab
Korean Skincare Collections: Refined K-beauty essentials from Korea
Reserve Korean Specialty Coffee: Reserve-grade beans from one of Korea’s premier specialty roasters
Free entry with registration and check-in. Winners must be present at the drawing.