
NextGen Investment Prize
presented by Antler
Your Idea. Our Ecosystem. A Better Future
Antler, the global early-stage VC, is proud to present the NextGen Investment Prize—backing the world’s most exceptional founders solving the biggest challenges of tomorrow. We invest from Day 0, providing capital, mentorship, and a global network to help visionary startups scale faster and smarter.

NextGen Investment Prize presented by Antler
S$125,000 - S$600,000
Who Is It For?
We seek bold, resilient entrepreneurs developing scalable, defensible solutions in:
- Emerging & Frontier Tech
- Climate & Sustainability
- Public Health & Biotech
- Urban Mobility & Infrastructure
- Deep Tech & AI
Why It Matters
- Equity investment of up to USD600,000 – Including an initial pre-seed investment of USD125,000
- Access to Antler’s global ecosystem – Connect with top investors, corporate leaders, and advisors across 30+ cities
- Hands-on venture-building support – Gain expert guidance on business model validation, scaling, and global expansion
- Co-founder matching & follow-on funding opportunities – Beyond capital, we help you build and grow your team
Don’t miss this chance to secure up to USD600,000 in funding, gain access to Antler’s global network, and accelerate your startup’s growth with expert venture-building support. Apply today.
INVESTMENT PARTNER
Antler is a global early-stage venture capital firm that invests in founders from "day zero." Founded in 2017 in Singapore by Magnus Grimeland, it has expanded to over 30 locations worldwide. Antler supports entrepreneurs by helping them form teams, validate ideas, and scale businesses with funding and mentorship. With over 1,000 investments and a portfolio exceeding $4.8 billion in value, Antler is committed to democratizing entrepreneurship. It also offers the Antler Academy, providing free resources for aspiring founders. Antler’s mission is to empower exceptional people to build impactful companies globally.
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