Get ready as ET Soonicorns Summit 2025 returns to Bengaluru, uniting India’s next generation of unicorns in an exclusive, power-packed gathering. Centered on the theme “From Research Labs to Revenue Models,” this one-day summit brings together AI-first founders, investors, and tech leaders to decode what it takes to build scalable, profitable AI businesses from India. Organized by The Economic Times, this flagship event promises sharp insights, deep tech showcases, and meaningful conversations at the heart of India’s startup capital.
Event Details
Event Name: ET Soonicorns Summit 2025
Date: August 22, 2025
Timings: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (IST)
Venue: Taj Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Entry: By Invite / Paid Registration (Limited Seats)
Contact for Partnerships or Speaking Opportunities: events@et-tech.com
Organized by: The Economic Times
What to Expect at ET Soonicorns Summit 2025
The Soonicorns Summit 2025 is India’s premier platform for the country’s most promising growth-stage startups on the cusp of unicorn status. This edition focuses on AI and Deep Tech, exploring the journey from research breakthroughs to scalable products and revenue-generating ventures.
Attendees can look forward to:
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Founder keynotes from India’s top soonicorns and unicorns
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Fireside chats on AI commercialization, GTM strategies, and fundraising
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Expert panels on scaling AI products responsibly
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Deep tech showcases and startup demos
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Closed-door investor-founder networking sessions
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Industry roundtables with enterprise buyers and regulators
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Curated VC and CVC meetups
With over 600+ tech founders, investors, and CXOs expected, this summit will be the beating heart of India’s AI-first entrepreneurial movement.
Why Attend ET Soonicorns Summit?
India’s AI startup ecosystem is entering a breakout phase, with increasing global interest in SaaS AI, generative AI, applied ML, and industry-specific AI solutions. The ET Soonicorns Summit bridges the gap between technical brilliance and business scalability by offering:
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Direct access to AI-focused VCs, angels, and global investors
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Playbooks on moving from MVP to market-ready products
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Insights from founders who’ve successfully crossed Series A and beyond
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Opportunities to pitch to corporates seeking AI partnerships
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Candid discussions on the challenges of building AI startups in India
Who Should Attend?
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AI-first startup founders and co-founders
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SaaS and Deep Tech entrepreneurs
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Venture capitalists and angel investors
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Corporate innovation teams and CVCs
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Enterprise buyers evaluating AI solutions
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Product and engineering leaders
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AI researchers transitioning to entrepreneurship
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Media, PR, and startup storytellers
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Students and aspiring AI entrepreneurs
Spotlight on Bengaluru – India’s Deep Tech Nucleus
Bengaluru remains India’s undisputed deep tech nerve center, home to hundreds of AI startups, global tech R&D hubs, and unicorn makers. Hosting the ET Soonicorns Summit at Taj Yeshwantpur, a premier venue in the city’s tech corridor, sets the stage for impactful sessions, strategic networking, and high-caliber collaborations.
Expect a focused, high-energy environment with actionable insights, meaningful connections, and conversations that drive India’s AI startup economy forward.
Registration & Refund Policy
Refund Policy:
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Full Refund: Cancellations on or before July 20, 2025
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50% Refund: Cancellations between July 21 – August 5, 2025
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No Refund: Cancellations after August 6, 2025
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Processing Time: Refunds processed within 7–10 business days post-approval
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Cancellation Contact: Email registration details to events@et-tech.com
Limited Seats – Reserve Yours Today
As India’s largest soonicorn-focused AI meetup, seats are limited and in high demand. Whether you’re an AI founder aiming to share your journey, an investor scouting your next portfolio star, or a corporate leader searching for deep tech partnerships—this is where your next big opportunity awaits.
Secure your spot and be part of India’s next wave of AI success stories.
Stay Tuned for More
Follow ET Tech for speaker announcements, agenda updates, and post-event coverage. Stay connected for upcoming soonicorn summits in Delhi NCR and Mumbai later this year.
ET Soonicorns Summit 2025 – where India’s AI-first startups power their journey from lab to market.
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