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We’re excited to share the Category Winners headed to the Extreme Tech Challenge Global Finals on July 22 to pitch their startup to our distinguished panel of judges. These 7 companies stood out from over 3,700 startups from across the globe, representing a specific category based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Join us at the Global Finals on July 22 for this 100% free and virtual event by registering today to find out who will be crowned the XTC 2021 Global Winner, and network with other leaders who are solving global challenges.

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Meet The 7 Category Winners

Wasteless, a patented fully automated AI solution that applies optimal markdowns in real-time to reduce food waste at retailers.

Mining and Process Solutions, a non-toxic, natural alternative to cyanide and acid for the extraction of metals in mining operations.

Testmaster, a mobile app that helps students in West African countries successfully pass their matriculation exams through short, intuitive, and accessible exercises and tutorials.

Dot Inc., the maker of the first tactile monitor that can enable STEM education, visual works, and games for the 285M visually impaired people worldwide.

Hillridge Technology has developed weather-based parametric insurance for farmers to help protect crop yields and livestock.

Genetika+ combines genetics, patient history and unique brain biomarkers to help those suffering from depression.

Fotokite helps public safety teams assess, visualize, and document their incidents within seconds of arriving on scene at the push of a button to help save lives.

We can't wait to hear from these 7 category winners and our 4 special award winners in Ethical AI, Female Founder, COVID-19 Innovation, and People's Choice to learn more about how they are solving global challenges.

These companies will join an illustrious XTC alumni network who've raised a combined $1.8B in funding from some of the world's leading VC firms. Hope to see you on July 22. Register today!

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Meet The Category Winners Headed To The XTC Global Finals on July 22

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