Urban Sensors & IoT Integration
Solutions that generate and aggregate real-time data across transportation, utilities, energy, and environment.
Open Innovation Program
Elisium Innovation Program
We’re partnering with Cognitive, the visionary leader behind Elisium, the world’s first truly sustainable cognitive city, to power the future of urban living. Through this Open Innovation Program, we aim to source and scale startups that can plug into CityOS, Cognitive’s intelligent operating system and co-develop technologies that enhance sustainability, city operations, and quality of life.
Our Mission
We are building the urban blueprint of tomorrow. This program is designed to identify and accelerate transformative startups that can integrate into Cognitive’s CityOS stack. Together, we’ll pilot solutions in Elisium, a living lab for ethical AI and advanced urban technology, and scale globally through Cognitive’s ecosystem of partner cities and developers.
Application Process
Submit your application through our online form. Our team will review your solution and assess fit. Shortlisted startups will be invited for a meeting to discuss collaboration opportunities. Selected startups will join the program and work with a global innovator.
Smart City Infrastructure
Our partner is particularly interested in exploring the following technologies to integrate into their CityOS solutions.
See the 12 focus areasProgram roadmap
Launch
Program roadmap for startup collaboration
Structured engagement transforms innovative concepts into market-ready solutions. Each phase builds strategic momentum for breakthrough technologies.
Connect
Strategic alignment and technical exploration
Intensive workshops bridge startup vision with corporate expertise. Technical teams dive deep into potential integration pathways.
Scale
Pilot execution and rapid innovation deployment
Proof of concept transforms theoretical potential into tangible outcomes. Real-world testing accelerates technology validation and market readiness.
What startups get
Get Onboard At the Paradigm Shift
Elisium acts as a living lab where selected startups can test integration, build credibility and work toward city-scale deployment with the stakeholders who own the challenge.
City-Scale Integration
Test and refine your disruptive technology within Elisium’s advanced CityOS™ infrastructure and real-world living lab ecosystem.
Strategic Funding & Credibility
Secure potential investment of up to $5 million while co-developing with the architects of Cognitive™ to establish your brand as a vetted, foundational partner in the future of smart cities.
Human-Centric Mission & Access
Collaborate with global leaders to design technologies that foster human flourishing while gaining an exclusive foothold in elite networks of Fortune 500 and government decision-makers.
Powered by Elisium
An ecosystem for future-ready cities
- Urban innovation expertise
- Decision-maker access
- Structured pilot design
- Silicon Valley venture support
FAQ
Before you apply
What stage is eligible?
Startups should have a working solution, credible technical feasibility and enough capacity to collaborate on integration and a measurable pilot.
Which geographies can apply?
The program welcomes qualified teams globally.
What does selection consider?
Strategic relevance, evidence, team strength, integration readiness and potential urban impact.
How do I begin?
Submit your solution, team profile and CityOS use case. BootUP reviews strategic fit before arranging a technical and commercial conversation with shortlisted teams.
What support can selected teams receive?
Selected startups can access CityOS integration expertise, pilot design, visibility with corporate and government partners, and potential funding discussions of up to $5 million where appropriate.
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