Source: TechCrunch
Summary
TechCrunch is accepting applications for Startup Battlefield 200, a program offering VC access, global visibility, and $100,000. The deadline to apply or nominate is May 27.
Our Reading
The announcement sounds ambitious.
Startup Battlefield 200 promises a lot, including VC access and $100,000. The application deadline is May 27. Because what every startup needs is another competition to win. Apply now, because the world is just missing that one startup that’s going to change everything.
Author: Evan Null
Startup Battlefield 200: A Familiar Promise
The program’s promise of VC access and global visibility is nothing new. We’ve seen this script before.
The Competition for Attention
With a deadline of May 27, startups have limited time to apply. But is this really the opportunity they’ve been waiting for?
$100,000: A Drop in the Bucket
The prize money is substantial, but is it enough to make a real difference for startups?
Another Competition to Win
The startup ecosystem is saturated with competitions and accelerators. Is Startup Battlefield 200 just more of the same?
The Real Prize: TechCrunch Coverage
For many startups, the real prize is the coverage on TechCrunch. But is that enough to justify the hype?
