Venture Network
Access the expertise and innovations of academia with the speed and drive of industry. MIPCI Venture Network nurtures cybersecurity startups and engages investors to help maximize their potential impact through our research and innovation.
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Our program nurtures emerging ventures and connects them with top investors, corporate partners, academic leaders, and government officials to maximize their impact.
Through MIPCI's research, innovation, and talent, we provide a robust platform for startups looking to disrupt the security and privacy landscape. By fostering strategic collaborations, we help founders gain the expertise, funding, and resources needed to scale their solutions and drive meaningful change in the cybersecurity industry.
Economical Diversity through AI/Cyber Innovation
Hawai‘i is actively attempting to diversify its economy. Leveraging its strategic position and significant Department of Defense (DoD) presence, it is imperative to become a leader in cybersecurity innovation. Our mission is to utilize these strengths to solve problems that defy borders. We do this by bringing together world-class universities, government labs, and private-sector businesses in partnerships that turn breakthrough technologies into real-life solutions. Key sectors include critical infrastructure, space, maritime transportation, sustainable energy, defense, and healthcare.
Partnership
Building on decades of collaboration with government and industry leaders, the MIPCI Venture Network offers investors a unique opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity innovation. By connecting with cutting-edge startups, world-class researchers, and a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, investors gain direct access to game-changing technologies before they hit the market.
MIPCI Venture Network sponsorship at the Startup and Investor levels unlocks exclusive connections to top-tier talent, emerging ventures, corporate partners, and industry pioneers. Investors and startups benefit from privileged access to MIPCI’s research breakthroughs, targeted networking, and strategic branding opportunities—positioning them at the forefront of cybersecurity's next big leap.