ParadigmaST at THE SPOT 2026: Support for the AI & Robotics Startup Challenge at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne
ParadigmaST is proud to have been a supporting partner of the Sport Innovation Challenge (SIC) AI & Robotics 2026. The finals of this global startup competition were held on May 5, 2026, at THE SPOT conference in the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Paradigmast Is Part of the Global Sport-Tech Innovation Movement at THE SPOT 2026
ParadigmaST is pleased to be a supporting partner of the Sport Innovation Challenge (SIC) AI & Robotics 2026, organized by ThinkSport, a sports innovation organization. The Challenge finals took place on May 5 at THE SPOT 2026, the annual flagship conference of ThinkSport, at the iconic Olympic Museum in Lausanne.
What Is THE SPOT 2026?
THE SPOT is ThinkSport’s signature two-day innovation summit that connects leaders from the international federations, startups, academics, athletes, and investors to discuss the technologies and ideas that will define the future of sport. The 2026 edition was held on 4-5 May 2026 in Lausanne, the Olympic Capital. It marked the end of all of ThinkSport’s innovation activities throughout the year.
THE SPOT 2026 delved into pressing issues where technology and sport converge, including AI to improve performance, digital athlete identities, FemTech, climate adaptation in sport, and next-generation startup innovation. It featured leaders from international federations and large sports organizations, as well as innovative startups presenting live solutions to the world’s top sports decision makers.
The Sport Innovation Challenge AI & Robotics 2026
The SIC AI & Robotics 2026 is an international startup competition that invited innovators from all over the world, from proof-of-concept (PoC) to minimum viable product (MVP) stage, to present disruptive AI and robotics technologies that could transform the global sports industry. The applications ranged from athlete performance and health to fan engagement, sports operations, and inclusive access to sports.
ThinkSport is the Global Exclusive Lead Partner of the challenge, along with AquaBloom International Sports Technology Group (ABSG), a leading SportsTech platform in Asia. The startups from around the world went through a multi-stage process: international applications, semi-finals held in a hybrid format in both Lausanne (online session) and Shenzhen (onsite part), and a final pitch in front of IOC representatives, International Federations, and key industry stakeholders.
The finalists pitched their ideas for cash prizes of up to CHF 10,000, strategic partnerships, and long-term collaboration opportunities in the international sport ecosystem.
ParadigmaST Is a Supporting Partner of the AI & Robotics Startup Challenge
ParadigmaST was a supporting partner for SIC AI & Robotics 2026, one of the most prestigious AI startup competitions in the global sport-tech space, helping to develop and execute the event. ParadigmaST was able to reinforce its connections with the international sport and innovation community, including the network of International Federations, the Olympic Capital ecosystem, and the ThinkSport community.
“It was an inspiring experience to be in the same room with the IOC members, federation leaders, and the most disruptive AI startups in sports, and to be part of THE SPOT 2026 and support the AI & Robotics Startup Challenge. It was clear that innovation occurs here: in the sports ecosystem.”
— ParadigmaST CEO
ThinkSport & the IOC Connection
Co-founded in 2015 by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Canton of Vaud, ThinkSport is a non-profit organization located at the heart of the Olympic Capital in Lausanne, Switzerland. ThinkSport is the thought-leader and trusted innovation advisor for organizations involved in sport and physical activity worldwide, working with 40+ International Sport Federations.
As part of the ThinkSport and THE SPOT 2026, ParadigmaST joined this innovative and unique Olympic network, which brings them in direct contact with the institutions and startups that shape the future of global sport.
About ParadigmaST
ParadigmaST is an AI-powered technology company. The company’s vision is to accelerate the industry’s digital transformation by providing state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and software solutions. As part of the SIC AI & Robotics 2026 Challenge, ParadigmaST reinforces its dedication to innovation at the crossroads of AI and real-world impact.
