Applications are now open for the GoBeyond Call for Startups 2026, Flutter Southern Europe & Africa's Open Innovation program dedicated to identifying young companies with innovative, scalable solutions and strong potential for practical business application.
Now in its tenth edition, the Call evolves with an even stronger focus on the quality of selected start-ups and on turning scouting activities into concrete opportunities for experimentation and collaboration.
Opportunities for start-ups
The winning start-up will receive a €50,000 equity-free grant. In addition, Flutter SEA may allocate up to €25,000 in total to fund Proofs of Concept, pilot projects, or other collaborations with young companies selected for their alignment with the Group's strategic priorities.
Beyond financial support, GoBeyond provides selected start-ups with access to an ecosystem of Flutter professionals, corporate partners, investors, mentors, and innovation experts.
The participating companies will benefit from tailored mentorship, opportunities to engage with business and innovation teams, and visibility within the international network of Flutter Group, one of the world's leading operators in gaming, sports betting, and entertainment, as well as within the broader GoBeyond partner ecosystem.
The four focus areas of the Call
The 2026 edition is seeking solutions in four priority areas:
- Enterprise Solutions B2B, including AI, automation, data analytics, governance, and cybersecurity;
- Retail Tech, with solutions for customer journey, retail intelligence, and in-store engagement;
- Sustainability, ranging from responsible gaming to climate tech, circular economy, and social impact;
- Sports & Entertainment, with technologies for fan engagement, media, personalization, sports analytics, and live experiences.
The Call is open exclusively to legally incorporated start-ups with their registered office in Italy.
To participate, young companies must register on the GoBeyond platform, link their founder profile to the start-up, and complete the application by providing the required information and materials.
Applications are open until October 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM CET.
