Calling Quantum & AI Startups/Scaleups: €120K in prizes + IBM Support

Santander X Global Challenge | The Quantum AI Leap is a global challenge launched by Banco Santander, together with IBM, Bluzec, and Oxentia Foundation, to identify the most innovative companies working at the intersection of Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence.

The challenge offers:

  • €120,000 in prizesfor six winning companies
  • Access to IBM ventures, experts, mentoring, and innovation opportunities
  • Specialized quantum support and training from Bluzec
  • Membership in the Santander X 100 global community

Applications are open until July 6th, 2026.

We invite you to share this opportunity with startups and scaleups in your ecosystem that could benefit from the programme.

👉 More information and applications: https://www.santanderx.com/en/sites/the-quantum-ai-leap.html

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