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Accelerator

dLab

Shenzhen, China

SOSV's Shenzhen deep-tech and hardware accelerator, giving founders direct access to the region's manufacturing supply chain.

Why this could be a strong fit

A strong fit for pre-seed to seed-stage Hardware or Deep tech founders building out of Shenzhen who want structured mentorship, capital, and investor introductions.

What you need to qualify

  • An early-stage startup aligned with SOSV's focus (Hardware, Deep tech)
  • A committed founding team able to participate for the full program duration
  • Willingness to participate in person in Shenzhen
  • Acceptance of the program’s standard investment/equity terms (confirm current terms directly)

How to apply

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

    Confirm your startup fits dLab's stage and focus criteria on the official site.

  2. 2

    Submit an application

    Apply via dLab's official application channel on its website.

  3. 3

    Screening & interviews

    Shortlisted teams are typically invited to interviews or pitch sessions with the program team.

  4. 4

    Join the cohort

    Accepted teams participate in person in Shenzhen for the program duration.

Frequently asked

Terms vary by cohort/track. Confirm current equity and funding details when applying.

Up to $250K, though the exact figure can vary by cohort or track. (verify current amount)

It's operated by SOSV, based in Shenzhen, China.
HardwareDeep tech

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Do I qualify?

2 things decide this one. Check yourself against them before you spend time on the form.

Stage
Pre-seed, Seed
Where it runs
China. In person, so you need to be able to take part there
What you give up
No equity stated
Deadline
Rolling, no published deadline

That is the rulebook. What we cannot show you here is whether your startup clears it, how this ranks against the other programs you qualify for, and what to fix if you do not.

Check what I qualify for

Five questions, about a minute, no account needed.

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