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Smart-U5 500: THE FIRST AT TECH WEEK SF
🚀 Launching the world’s first Startup Ranking, driven by AI, San Francisco Tech Week.
Discover SmartUp 500: Your Gateway to Startup Stardom!
Imagine a stage where the world's most innovative startups collide, spotlighted under the glittering lights of TechWeek 2025 on October 9-16 in San Francisco and Los Angeles.
That is SmartUp 500 – a groundbreaking ranking curated by SMART TIMES(smarttimes.net), the California-based media powerhouse revolutionizing how we consume information. Our exclusive list will unveil Top 50 trailblazing companies, each vying for their "Smart Oscar" in a celebration of ingenuity and impact. Whether you're a garage-born disruptor or a venture-backed powerhouse, SmartUp 500 is your ticket to visibility among investors, partners, and global innovators.
At its core, SMART TIMES is no ordinary media outlet. It's a Web3-native, AI-driven platform powered by the Artificial Intelligence Decentralized Agent (AIDA), delivering unfiltered, honest insights sans propaganda or fluff. Our Proof-of-Truth protocol vets startups rigorously, while the Proof-of-Read system rewards engaged readers with SATs – Bitcoin's tiniest units – fostering a community-owned information economy. This isn't just a ranking; it's a movement that empowersstartups to cut through the noise and shine authentically.
Getting on the list is straightforward and inclusive. Submit by September 30, 2025, via a simple form detailing your startup's name, website, contacts, leadership, unique edge (up to 300 words), investors (publishable and private), and a highlight summary. No size barriers – from solo founders to scaling teams, all are welcome.
The editorial team, aided by AIDA, ranks based on innovation, impact, and team prowess. Boost your profile? Opt for a paid, self-written feature that runs independently, amplifying your story without influencing rankings. Ranked startups earn a published summary, turning your achievements into a global narrative.
But the real thrill? The nominations – prestigious awards recognizing excellence across U.S. startups. Here are first 10 SmartUp categories to inspire your submission:
1. Startup of the Year – The ultimate crown for overall excellence.
2. Most Disruptive Business Model – For redefining industries boldly.
3. Excellence in AI Innovation – Honoring AI-driven breakthroughs.
4. Outstanding SaaS Provider – Celebrating top software-as-a-service stars.
5. Most Promising Biotech Firm – Spotlighting life sciences pioneers.
6. Best E-Commerce Platform – For revolutionizing online shopping.
7. Top Cybersecurity Startup – Guardians of digital security.
8. Excellence in EdTech – Innovators transforming education.
9. Most Sustainable Business – Leaders in eco-friendly practices.
10. Best Workplace Culture – Teams fostering inspiring environments.
These awards aren't just accolades; they're launchpads for growth, drawing eyes from venture capitalists and collaborators.
Join the SmartUp 500 and transform your startup's trajectory. Submit today – the future of innovation awaits!
Imagine a stage where the world's most innovative startups collide, spotlighted under the glittering lights of TechWeek 2025 on October 9-16 in San Francisco and Los Angeles.
That is SmartUp 500 – a groundbreaking ranking curated by SMART TIMES(smarttimes.net), the California-based media powerhouse revolutionizing how we consume information. Our exclusive list will unveil Top 50 trailblazing companies, each vying for their "Smart Oscar" in a celebration of ingenuity and impact. Whether you're a garage-born disruptor or a venture-backed powerhouse, SmartUp 500 is your ticket to visibility among investors, partners, and global innovators.
At its core, SMART TIMES is no ordinary media outlet. It's a Web3-native, AI-driven platform powered by the Artificial Intelligence Decentralized Agent (AIDA), delivering unfiltered, honest insights sans propaganda or fluff. Our Proof-of-Truth protocol vets startups rigorously, while the Proof-of-Read system rewards engaged readers with SATs – Bitcoin's tiniest units – fostering a community-owned information economy. This isn't just a ranking; it's a movement that empowersstartups to cut through the noise and shine authentically.
Getting on the list is straightforward and inclusive. Submit by September 30, 2025, via a simple form detailing your startup's name, website, contacts, leadership, unique edge (up to 300 words), investors (publishable and private), and a highlight summary. No size barriers – from solo founders to scaling teams, all are welcome.
The editorial team, aided by AIDA, ranks based on innovation, impact, and team prowess. Boost your profile? Opt for a paid, self-written feature that runs independently, amplifying your story without influencing rankings. Ranked startups earn a published summary, turning your achievements into a global narrative.
But the real thrill? The nominations – prestigious awards recognizing excellence across U.S. startups. Here are first 10 SmartUp categories to inspire your submission:
1. Startup of the Year – The ultimate crown for overall excellence.
2. Most Disruptive Business Model – For redefining industries boldly.
3. Excellence in AI Innovation – Honoring AI-driven breakthroughs.
4. Outstanding SaaS Provider – Celebrating top software-as-a-service stars.
5. Most Promising Biotech Firm – Spotlighting life sciences pioneers.
6. Best E-Commerce Platform – For revolutionizing online shopping.
7. Top Cybersecurity Startup – Guardians of digital security.
8. Excellence in EdTech – Innovators transforming education.
9. Most Sustainable Business – Leaders in eco-friendly practices.
10. Best Workplace Culture – Teams fostering inspiring environments.
These awards aren't just accolades; they're launchpads for growth, drawing eyes from venture capitalists and collaborators.
Join the SmartUp 500 and transform your startup's trajectory. Submit today – the future of innovation awaits!