"Taiwan +1" is more than just growth—
it's a leap toward the future.
With each step forward and every collaboration, Taiwan's startup ecosystem will bloom, creating a vibrant innovation jungle in full celebration.
After the global tech and startup economy's pause and restart, AI has quickly become the key focus across industries. As Taiwan embraces AI, its startup ecosystem faces new opportunities and challenges.
The 2024 Meet Taipei Startup Festival, themed “Taiwan +1,” aims to boost Taiwan’s soft power in AI, deep tech, and international growth. Through three key areas, we’ll explore how Taiwan’s startup ecosystem can “+1” on these elements, fostering continued growth.

As AI transforms industries, it’s now both a critical technology and a global competitive field. Taiwan’s startups must emphasize both hardware and AI software. Former Minister Chen suggested transitioning Taiwan’s tech from a semiconductor model to an “AI Foundry” integrating hardware and software. While Taiwan excels in chip manufacturing, it must enhance its “soft power” in AI to stay competitive by developing impactful AI applications across sectors.

"Taiwan's startups should look beyond the “small and beautiful” model, focusing on innovation and deep tech. To draw global investors, they need robust projects in areas like quantum computing, biotech, and hybrid GPU+NPU+CPU tech, strengthening R&D to boost international competitiveness.

Taiwanese startup founders should expand globally and tap broader markets, strengthening ties with the global innovation ecosystem to attract resources and talent. Participation in international exhibitions, tech forums, and collaboration with leading companies can boost Taiwan’s influence and openness to high-tech talent worldwide.

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