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INNOVATION PROGRAMME
Using patents to bridge the best technology start-ups and the world's largest corporations.
First, find a Patent
Piece Future has developed a unique programme to help
start-ups to leverage on an Open Innovation concept.
IPHatch® bridges impactful sustainable technologies from multinational corporations with best-in-class high growth tech companies, connecting entrepreneurs and emerging start-ups with access to vital resources & networks globally. We build sustainable solutions towards a greener future through the start-ups, creating economic, environmental and social impact.
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Our Impact
What is IPHatch®
Empowering
start-ups with
deep-tech seeds
Be part of our IPHatch® business community spanning across Asia and Europe
Get funded by our wide network of VC partners
Benefits
Business
Expansion

Facilitate start-ups overseas expansion by sharing on market needs, especially social issues overseas, and presenting start-ups with technologies that have potential to be used to solve social issues
Coaching from Network Mentors

Educate local start-ups through mentoring programmes to develop extensive business plans that meet overseas market needs
Incubation

Exchange incubation / accelerator programmes that aims to connect global start-ups and entrepreneurs in the hub cities of the ecosystem through overseas partners like ACE, IPI and HKTDC
Technology Portfolios

Strengthen the credibility of start-ups through technology acquisitions, licensing and collaboration with major companies internationally
Funding Opportunities

Matching of domestic and overseas VCs through partners and workshops
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Innovation Programme that connects tech-providers and start-ups
"The approach to build your business on already granted patent is the easiest way to initiate your journey to patenting"
- Jari Vaario, Nokia