A cross-border entrepreneurship enablement platform connecting top-tier Asian startups with Silicon Valley's most prestigious investors and the UC Berkeley SkyDeck ecosystem.
Our Strategic Network
SkyDeck
Hesperian Venture
We don't just provide funding; we provide a bridge. We translate Asian market traction into Silicon Valley valuation.
Direct lines to VCs who specialize in cross-border scaling. No cold emails, just warm intros.
Our cohorts get priority review for the UC Berkeley SkyDeck acceleration program in California.
Learn from founders who have successfully exited in both Asian and US markets.
Erupture Asia was founded on a simple premise: Talent is distributed equally, but opportunity is not. We are a cross-border entrepreneurship enablement platform that bridges the gap between Asian innovation and Silicon Valley resources.
As the Asian arm of Erupture, we specialize in identifying high-growth potential startups in Taiwan, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. We prepare them for the rigors of the global market and connect them directly with our partners at UC Berkeley SkyDeck.
We work with aspiring founders, early-stage startups, and youth innovators ages 15 and up, providing structured entrepreneurship education, long-term international mentorship, and direct pathways to Silicon Valley's startup ecosystem.
"Our mission is to ensure that the next unicorn from Asia has the resources of Silicon Valley from Day 1."
Empowering the next generation of global entrepreneurs across Asia through four distinct pillars.
Teams with MVPs ready to scale globally and seeking Silicon Valley connections and capital.
Individuals with entrepreneurial ambitions who want structured guidance from ideation to execution.
Individuals with English proficiency ready to engage with global markets and international mentors.
High schoolers and university students looking to learn entrepreneurship and develop global mindsets early.
In a rapidly globalizing world, Asian entrepreneurs shouldn't have to choose between local roots and global reach. We ensure that the next generation of founders has access to world-class resources from Day 1, turning regional innovation into global impact.
Tailored support for every stage of growth.
We combine structured entrepreneurship education, long-term international mentorship, and hands-on execution support to transform ideas into fundable businesses. Our approach bridges the gap between Asian innovation and Silicon Valley opportunities.
Structured learning modules covering lean startup, product-market fit, and fundraising strategies used in Silicon Valley.
One-on-one guidance from successful founders and investors who have scaled businesses across borders.
From MVP development to initial traction, we provide resources and guidance at critical early stages.
Test your product with international users and refine your pitch for cross-border investors.
Showcase your startup to Silicon Valley investors and partners through exclusive demo events.
Connect with fellow founders, alumni, and partners across Asia and Silicon Valley.
For early-stage teams with a MVP.
For Series A ready companies scaling to the US.
Be part of a thriving network of founders and innovators
Build solutions for the world's biggest challenges. Compete across three continents.
Connecting global partners in social innovation and advancing sustainable finance for lasting impact.
Application Deadline: April 11, 2026
Document Submission Deadline: April 11, 2026
Three stages. One global opportunity.
Compete from anywhere in Asia. Virtual or In-Person rounds across Tokyo, Seoul, Taipei, Singapore, and Bangkok.
Top teams meet in Bangkok. Pitch to judges, network with Asian innovators, compete for the global stage.
Fly to Silicon Valley. Pitch to Tier-1 VCs at UC Berkeley. Win funding and SkyDeck fast-track.
Choose your track, submit your application, and go through our evaluation process
For aspiring innovators and early-stage talent
Registration: $100 (prelims) • See fee details ↓
Application Requirements:
Evaluation Criteria:
For teams with traction and growth momentum
Registration: $100 (prelims) • See fee details ↓
Application Requirements:
Evaluation Criteria:
April 2026 • Online / On-site (by region)
Document review & online pitch evaluated by startup mentors, industry advisors, and international innovation practitioners.
May 29 - June 1, 2026 • Southeast Bangkok University
20 finalist teams (Early + Growth combined) compete in-person. Pitch to judges, network with Asian innovators, advance to Silicon Valley.
July 5-11, 2026 • UC Berkeley × SkyDeck, Silicon Valley
Entrepreneurship courses, 24-hour cross-team hackathon, Demo Day, VC pitches, and Silicon Valley company visits.
Global Final 1st Place Prize
Global Final completion certificate (international edition)
Entry into Erupture Global Talent Pool
Priority referrals for future international projects & internships
Global Final 1st Place Prize
Connections with Erupture Venture, international VCs, accelerators & enterprises
Fundraising strategy & international market development consulting
Erupture Demo Day social event & SkyDeck advisor meetings
Outstanding teams may receive invitations for follow-up accelerator programs
Investment in your global startup journey
Bangkok Final Fee Purpose:
Ensures qualified finalists' participation and offsets partial global final administrative & training costs
Refund & Credit Policy:
Global Final (Up to 3 members/team):
Included:
Not Included:
Join hundreds of innovators competing for funding, mentorship, and a path to Silicon Valley.
Ready to scale? Have questions about our programs? We're here to help.
Headquarters
Xinyi District, Taipei City
Taiwan
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Silicon Valley
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Application deadline: April 11, 2026
Prepare for Regional Prelims
Taipei - April 18, 2026
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Required for participants under 18
Questions? Contact us at info@erupture.asia
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