HumanTech Summit 2025 Conference Rules

Ticket sales are operated by the HumanTech Center (HTC), SWPS University. Contact: htsummit@swps.edu.pl.

I. Introductory Provisions

§ 1 · General Information

1. These Rules (hereinafter referred to as the Rules) define the rules for purchasing tickets, registering, and participating in the HumanTech Summit 2025 event.

2. The HumanTech Summit 2025 conference, hereinafter referred to as the "Conference," will be held on November 21-22, 2025, in Warsaw, at the SWPS University in Warsaw, Chodakowska 19/31, 03-815 Warsaw, Poland.

3. The conference is organized by the HumanTech Center, a research center of SWPS University. Ticket sales support is provided by the HumanTech Center (HTC) of SWPS University, hereinafter referred to as the "Supporting Unit."

4. Providing access to the functionality of the website https://humantechsummit.com/ (opens in a new tab), to the extent that it is possible to purchase tickets for the Conference through the website, constitutes a service provided electronically within the meaning of the Act of 18 July 2002 on the provision of services by electronic means, implemented by the Supporting Unit for Users. The service is provided pursuant to an agreement concluded between the Supporting Unit and Users (as defined in paragraph 2) by purchasing tickets for the Conference. These Terms and Conditions constitute the content of agreements concluded between the Supporting Unit and Users.

5. These Terms and Conditions constitute the terms and conditions for the provision of services electronically within the meaning of Article 8 of the Act on the provision of services by electronic means.

6. The provisions of these Terms and Conditions apply to Participants (as defined in paragraph 2) of the Conference and Users of the website https://humantechsummit.com/ (opens in a new tab).

7. Purchasing a ticket to the Conference constitutes acceptance of the provisions of these Regulations, as well as an obligation to comply with the

regulations and any other arrangements made between the Participant and the Organizer.

8. The agreement under these Regulations is concluded in Polish and is subject to Polish law.

§ 2 · Glossary of Terms

The definitions used in these Regulations mean: 1. Participant – a person who has purchased a Ticket to the HumanTech Summit 2025 conference or participates in the Conference. A Participant may be any adult natural person with full legal capacity or a minor with the written authorization of a legal guardian; 2. User – a person using the Website; 3. Consumer – a natural person who enters into a contract for purposes not directly related to their business or professional activity, i.e., a consumer within the meaning of Article 221 of the Civil Code. 4. Ticket – a ticket entitling the User to admission to the HumanTech Summit 2025 conference. 5. Cart – a functionality of the Website where the User can select the type and number of Tickets to purchase, enabling the User to set and change Order details, including payment methods and billing information. 6. Website – the website operated at https://humantechsummit.com/ (opens in a new tab), which allows the purchase of Tickets for the Conference via the 'Buy Ticket' buttons in the tabs related to the HumanTech Summit Conference. 7. Order – a declaration of intent by the User, directly leading to the conclusion of a Ticket Sales Agreement. 8. Sales Agreement – a Ticket Sales Agreement concluded between the Supporting Unit and the User, in accordance with the procedure specified in the Terms and Conditions. 9. Privacy Policy – a document located in the appropriate tab on the Website specifying the principles and purposes of processing Customers' personal data within the operation of the Website. 10. Civil Code – the Act of 23 April 1964 (the Civil Code); 11. Act on the Provision of Services by Electronic Means – the Act of 18 July 2002 on the provision of services by electronic means; 12. Consumer Rights Act – the Act of 20 May 2014 on consumer rights;

13. GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation). 14. HumanTech Startup Event – an event accompanying the Conference. Only adults who have registered for the event via the Website will be eligible to participate in the HumanTech Startup Event. 15. Team – a start-up participating in the Conference, presenting its business idea to the jury (collectively, Teams).

II. Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Tickets to the Conference

§ 3 · Technical Requirements of the Website

1. To properly use the Website, including purchasing Tickets to the Conference, the following requirements must be met:

1. a device with a properly configured web browser installed, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, enabling the viewing of the website; 2. internet access; 3. an active email address.

2. The availability of the Website may depend on the device on which the User accesses the Website, the User's data transmission packages, and the software used for accessing the Internet and electronic communications. The Supporting Unit is not responsible for the unavailability of the Website or the inability to purchase Tickets resulting from the above reasons.

3. To ensure the security of communication, the Supporting Unit takes technical and organizational measures appropriate to the level of security risk to the Website.

§ 4 · General Terms and Conditions for Ticket Purchase

1. Tickets for the Conference are available for sale from October 13, 2025, to November 22, 2025, or until the Conference runs out.

2. Participants can purchase Tickets using the order form located on the Website at: https://humantechsummit.com/ (opens in a new tab) using the 'Buy Ticket' buttons.

3. By placing an order on behalf of other Participants, Participants declare that they are aware of the inclusion of their personal data in the order form and that they have their authorization to do so.

4. Tickets are available in two variants: 1. Basic - allowing access only to the substantive portion of the Conference 2. Premium - allowing access to the substantive portion of the Conference and the HumanTech Startup Event.

5. Only adults who have registered via the Website may participate in the HumanTech Startup Event. If a Ticket is not reserved, that person will not be entitled to enter the HumanTech Startup Event.

6. The Supporting Unit will inform the User on the Website about the early end of the sale due to Ticket availability.

7. The purchase of Tickets is conditional upon reviewing and accepting these Terms and Conditions. By placing an Order, the User accepts the Terms and Conditions.

8. Promotional Ticket prices are valid for the period and under the terms indicated on the Website from time to time.

9. The Supporting Unit reserves the right to make ongoing changes to Ticket prices. The right referred to in the previous sentence does not affect Orders placed before the price change.

§ 5 · Ordering Tickets via the Website

1. To place a Ticket Order via the Website, the User should: 1. complete the Order, i.e., select the type and number of Tickets the User intends to purchase, 2. ensure that the type and number of Tickets placed in the Cart are correct and make changes if necessary,

3. provide your details and the details of the Participants who will participate in the Conference based on the purchased Tickets (name, surname and email address), 4. confirm that you have read the Terms and Conditions, 5. select the option for a ticket with or without an invoice, 6. in the case of the option with an invoice, provide additional personal data in the form of: address (street, house number, apartment number, postal code, city, country), telephone number, company name and Tax Identification Number, 7. if you have a discount code, click "apply coupon", then enter the code and click "Apply", 8. confirm the order by clicking "Pay & Confirm", 9. pay for Order by providing payment details and clicking "Pay [amount]."

2. The Sales Agreement is concluded upon payment for Tickets, in accordance with paragraph 1 above.

3. At any stage of the Order placement process, until payment is made, you can cancel the Order by discontinuing subsequent steps and exiting the Ordering subpage. Any Order not completed by the User will not be processed.

4. After placing and paying for the Order, the Supporting Unit will send confirmation of the Ticket sales agreement to the User's email address in the form of an invoice, specifying the subject of the Order, the price, as well as the Terms and Conditions and information regarding withdrawal from the Sales Agreement, saved as a PDF file.

§ 6 · Payment Methods

1. For Ticket sales via the Online Service, the Supporting Unit accepts the following payment methods: online payment via tPay

2. The tPay online transfer service provider is Krajowy Integrator Płatności S.A. with its registered office in Poznań, Plac Andersa 3, 17th floor, 61-894 Poznań, a payment service provider within the meaning of the Act of August 19, 2011, on Payment Services. The rules for making payments via tPay are specified in the regulations

available on the website: https://tpay.com/user/assets/files_for_download/regulamin.pdf (opens in a new tab)

3. Before making a payment, the User should familiarize themselves with the regulations referred to in paragraph 2 above.

§ 7 · Conditions for the Performance of the Sales Agreement, Withdrawal from the Sales

Agreement

1. The Ticket may only be used by the Participant, i.e., the person who purchased the Ticket or whose details were provided upon purchase (in accordance with § 5, section 1, point 3 of the Regulations).

2. The Participant may not transfer ownership of the Ticket to another person without the written consent of the Organizer. Transferring the Ticket to another person requires prior notification by email to htsummit@swps.edu.pl and confirmation from the Organizer.

3. The Conference Ticket Sales Agreement corresponds to the agreement specified in Article 38, point 12 of the Consumer Rights Act, the subject of which is the provision of services related to leisure, entertainment, or cultural events, as well as catering services, if the agreement specifies the date or period of service provision. Therefore, the Consumer has no right to withdraw from the Ticket Sales Agreement.

4. The Consumer may withdraw from the Sales Agreement on an exceptional basis, based on individual consent granted by the Organizer, upon the Consumer's justified request. A request for consent to return a Ticket may be sent to the Organizer's email address: htsummit@swps.edu.pl. If the request is accepted, the Supporting Unit will refund the Ticket price to the Consumer. The refund will be made to the bank transfer details provided by the Consumer.

III. Conference Regulations

§ 8 · Entry to the Conference

1. To allow the Participant to enter the Conference, the unique QR code, which the Participant receives in the email after purchasing the Ticket, will be scanned. Entry to the Conference is solely based on the QR code referred to in the previous sentence. The Supporting Unit does not issue physical Tickets or Conference passes.

2. In case of reasonable doubt, the Supporting Unit may ask the Participant to present an ID document upon entry to confirm their age and identity.

3. If applicable law so requires on the day of the Conference (e.g., due to the state of epidemic), the Support Unit is authorized to apply additional verification or safety measures to the Participant (e.g., temperature checks, requesting the use of a mask, hand sanitization, etc.).

4. Participants may not bring the following to the Conference: 1. alcoholic beverages, 2. explosives, flammable materials, or pyrotechnics, 3. dangerous items (weapons, sharp instruments, etc.), 4. any prohibited substances or agents.

5. The Support Unit is authorized to refuse entry to the Conference to Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or to Participants displaying physical or verbal aggression.

§ 9 · Order Provisions

1. Participants are required to familiarize themselves with and comply with the regulations, health and safety regulations, and fire protection provisions in force at the Conference venue.

2. During the Conference, Participants undertake to: 1. refrain from any actions that may disrupt the order of the Conference or threaten the safety of other persons present at the Conference, including the use of open flames, explosives, flammable materials, or pyrotechnics. 2. comply with the provisions of these Regulations and the regulations of the venue where the Conference will be held. 3. refrain from smoking in areas not designated for this purpose. 4. comply with the order instructions issued by the Organizer or (if requested) the appropriate services.

3. The Supporting Unit and the Organizer reserve the right to remove from the Conference any Participant who violates the safety regulations, including the obligations specified in § 9. 2 above

4. The Supporting Unit reserves the right to immediately intervene, interrupt the Conference, or change its program, as well as to call the appropriate security services (Police, Fire Department, Municipal Police) if it determines that fire regulations or other safety rules have been violated.

5. The Supporting Unit may refuse to allow a Participant who has been removed from the Conference to purchase a ticket for future events organized by the Organizer.

6. The Supporting Unit does not provide accommodation for Participants.

§ 10 · Participant's Liability

1. The Participant is liable for any damages caused by their fault during the Conference, in connection with the Conference, or on the occasion of the Conference. The Participant is liable to the extent indicated in the preceding sentence both to the Organizer and to third parties (in particular other Participants). If the Supporting Unit compensates a third party for damage caused by the Participant, the Participant will be obligated to reimburse the Organizer for any amounts paid to them in this respect.

2. The Participant is legally and financially liable for any unjustified activation of the fire protection system (smoke detectors, emergency call centers) at the Conference venue. If the costs of the unjustified activation referred to in the preceding sentence are covered by the Organizer, the Participant will be obligated to reimburse the Organizer for the amounts paid for such activation.

3. The Supporting Unit is not responsible for Participants' belongings that may be damaged, lost, or misplaced during the Conference, in particular for items brought to or left at the Conference venue.

4. The Supporting Unit is not responsible for motor vehicles left by Participants in the parking lot located at the Conference venue, nor for items left in such vehicles. Vehicles and items left behind are left at the Participant's risk and responsibility, in

accordance with the rules in force at the Conference venue, including the parking regulations.

§ 11 · Competition and Prize

1. The competition, which will take place during HumanTech Startup Event, involves presentations by selected companies using the form provided in Appendix 2.

2. Each team will have 3 minutes to present (alternately with a "pitch") to the jury and 2 minutes to answer questions after the product presentation.

3. A permanent jury will evaluate the ideas. Each member will be able to enter their rating on the form provided.

4. Participants' ideas will be evaluated based on Appendix 1 – Team Evaluation Form.

5. Each criterion will be scored on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest score and 1 the lowest.

6. The jury will select the winner (1st place) who receives the highest number of points. In the event of an equal number of points received by two or more Teams, the final ranking of such Teams will be determined by the number of points awarded for the "Impact" criterion. In the event of a tie, the higher ranking will be awarded to the Team with the higher number of points awarded for the "Innovation and Creativity" criterion.

7. The winning Team will receive a prize.

IV. Participant's Image and Personal Data

§ 12 · Recording the Conference

1. The Supporting Unit and the Organizer may record the Conference using image and sound recording devices.

2. The above-mentioned right is granted exclusively to the Supporting Unit, the Organizer, and individuals accredited by the Organizer.

3. By purchasing Tickets to the Conference, the Participant consents to the Organizer's free use of the Participant's image, voice, or statements recorded during the Conference for purposes related to providing Conference coverage, developing marketing materials promoting the Organizer's activities, providing information about its activities, and for educational and training purposes.

4. The consent referred to in paragraph 3 above applies to the multiple use of the Participant's image, voice, name, and statements, which may be used for various forms of electronic processing, framing, and composition, as well as juxtaposed with images of other people and supplemented with accompanying commentary. Film and audio recordings may be cut, edited, modified, and added to other materials created for informational, promotional, and advertising purposes – without the obligation to accept the final product.

5. The above permission covers the following fields of use: 1. recording and/or reproduction on any audiovisual medium, in particular on video media, photosensitive tape, magnetic tape, and computer disk, digitally, in promotional and educational materials, publications, and on multimedia networks (including the Internet); 2. marketing via the Internet and other data transmission techniques using telecommunications, computer, and wireless networks; 3. storing in computer memory and in computer and/or multimedia networks; 4. making available to the public in such a way that anyone can access it at a place and time of their choosing (including online sharing), and use on websites and social networking sites.

6. The Participant may withdraw the consent referred to in paragraph 3 at any time, without affecting the legality of using the Participant's image and other data based on consent collected prior to its withdrawal.

7. The consent referred to above is voluntary, but necessary for participation in the Conference.

8. To the extent permitted by mandatory provisions of law, the Conference recordings may also be made available by the Organizer to appropriate law

enforcement authorities, in particular if such authorities request the Organizer, in connection with ongoing proceedings, to provide the Conference recordings.

§ 13 · Personal Data

1. Participants' personal data will be processed in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation, GDPR).

2. The controller of personal data in connection with the Ticket purchase process is the Supporting Unit, i.e. SWPS University (HumanTech Center, HTC), ul. Chodakowska 19/31, 03-815 Warsaw, Poland, NIP 1180197245 ("Administrator").

3. The Administrator of the Supporting Unit can be contacted by email at htsummit@swps.edu.pl or in writing at the Administrator's registered office address indicated in paragraph 2 above.

4. The data controller for the organization and conduct of the Conference is SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities, with its registered office in Warsaw, ul. Chodakowska 19/31, 03-815 Warsaw, email: iod@swps.edu.pl.

5. If an Order is placed by a third party (e.g., a Participant purchasing Tickets for other people), the Participants' personal data will be collected from that third party in the following scope: first name, last name, email address, and telephone number (if provided).

6. The Participant's personal data will be processed for the following purposes:

1. Enabling participation in the Conference (including enabling registration, placing an Order, concluding a Ticket Sales Agreement, and sending

information communications related to the organization of the Conference to the contact details provided) – if the Participant voluntarily provides their personal data, the legal basis for data processing is the necessity to conclude and perform the contract (in accordance with Article 6, Section 1, Letter b of the GDPR). If the Participant's data is provided in the form by the payer, the legal basis for data processing is the Controller's legitimate interest (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter f of the GDPR), consisting in enabling participation in the Conference, 2. promoting the Conference by publishing photo and video materials containing the Participant's image and voice – the legal basis is the Controller's legitimate interest (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter f of the GDPR) in connection with the consent given to disseminating the image, 3. participating in the competition, selecting the winner and issuing the prize in the event of a win – the legal basis for data processing is the necessity to conclude and perform the contract (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter b of the GDPR), in connection with participation in the competition in accordance with the provisions of these Regulations, 4. accounting and bookkeeping services – the legal basis is the necessity to fulfill the legal obligations incumbent on the Controller (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter c of the GDPR) arising from tax and accounting regulations, 5. pursuing or defending against claims – the legal basis for processing is the legitimate interest of the Controller (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter f of the GDPR), consisting in the defense of its economic interests.

7. Participants' personal data will be transferred to data recipients, including payment processors, as well as entities processing personal data on behalf of the Supporting Unit: the Application operator, other IT service providers, accounting service providers, photography service providers, and sole proprietors in a permanent contract with the Organizer.

8. In connection with the purchase of Tickets, Participants' personal data will also be transferred to the payment processor – tPay. The Administrator indicates that this entity is based in a country covered by an adequacy decision issued by the European Commission and has ensured an adequate level of data protection, in particular by implementing appropriate safeguards (including certification and inclusion in the Data Privacy Framework). More information about the processing of

personal data by tPay can be found on the website: https://tpay.com/polityka-prywatnosci (opens in a new tab).

9. Participants' personal data will not be subject to automated decision-making, including profiling.

10. Participants' personal data will be processed for an appropriate period of time, depending on the purpose for which the data was collected: 1. data processed to enable participation in the Conference (including enabling registration, placing an Order, concluding a Ticket Sales Agreement, and sending information related to the organization of the Conference to the contact details provided) – for the time necessary to conduct the Conference; 2. data regarding the Participant's image and voice contained in photo and video materials from the Conference, taken based on consent – for the duration of the Controller's use of the Conference materials in accordance with the consent granted, but no longer than the date of withdrawal of consent to use the image; 3. data processed to fulfill legal obligations – for the period of retention of evidence confirming compliance with legal obligations (e.g., related to accounting and bookkeeping services), but no longer than the statute of limitations for such obligations. The data processing period may be extended each time if processing is necessary to establish, pursue, or defend against claims, and after that time only if and to the extent required by law.

11. Participants have the right to access their data, request rectification, erasure, or restriction of processing, and data portability, as well as the right to lodge a complaint with the President of the Personal Data Protection Office.

12. To the extent that personal data are used for purposes arising from the legitimate interest of the Controller, the Participant has the right to object to processing.

13. Providing personal data is voluntary, but necessary for the Controller to achieve the purposes described in paragraph 4 above. If the data are processed in connection with a concluded contract, providing personal data is necessary for its implementation. If the data are processed for accounting and bookkeeping purposes, the requirement to provide personal data arises directly from the provisions of law.

14. To the extent that the Participant has consented to the processing of personal data, including consent to the use and dissemination of their image, they have the right to withdraw consent to the processing of personal data at any time. Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of data processing based on consent prior to its withdrawal.

V. Other Provisions

§ 14 · Complaints

1. The User should inform the Organizer of any irregularities related to the sale of Tickets and the course of the Conference.

2. The User has the right to submit complaints related to the sale of Tickets and the course of the Conference to the Supporting Unit's email address: htsummit@swps.edu.pl. The complaint should include: 1. the User's contact details, 2. information regarding the purchased Ticket, 3. a description of the complaint, including the type and date of the irregularity, 4. the User's request in connection with the complaint.

3. Complaints will be considered by the Supporting Unit within 14 calendar days of their receipt. When considering the complaint, the Supporting Unit will apply the provisions of these Regulations and applicable law. The User will be notified of the Supporting Unit's decision by email.

§ 15 · Out-of-court dispute resolution methods

1. Acting pursuant to Art. Pursuant to Article 14(1) of Regulation (EU) No 524/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 21 May 2013 on online dispute resolution for consumer disputes and amending Regulation (EC) No 2006/2004 and the Act of 23 September 2016 on the out-of-court resolution of consumer disputes, the Supporting Unit informs that the European Commission has made available a

platform for online dispute resolution between consumers and traders at the EU level (ODR platform) at http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr (opens in a new tab).

2. The following out-of-court complaint and redress mechanisms are available to consumers: through a municipal or district consumer ombudsman, provincial inspectorates of the Trade Inspection, or one of the social organizations whose statutory tasks include consumer protection, e.g., the Consumer Federation.

3. Detailed information on out-of-court complaint and redress procedures is available at the offices or on the websites of consumer ombudsmen, provincial inspectorates of the Trade Inspection, relevant social organizations and at the addresses available on the website of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection: https://uokik.gov.pl/wojewodzkie_inspektoraty_kontroli_handlowej.php (opens in a new tab)

§ 16 · Force Majeure

1. The Supporting Unit shall not be liable if the organization of the Conference is not possible due to force majeure.

2. By force majeure (hereinafter referred to as "Force Majeure"), the Parties understand events external to the Organizer that the Supporting Unit could not prevent or oppose, in particular: war and warlike events, natural disasters (flood, fire, earthquake, epidemic, etc.), acts of terrorism and sabotage, administrative decisions or legal acts (including acts related to the introduction of a state of epidemic or epidemic threat) prohibiting the Organizer's operations (subject to section 4 below), shortages in the supply of water, electricity, gas and liquid fuels, and strikes (excluding strikes by the Organizer's employees), street riots, strikes or other events on the day of the Conference resulting in the inability to access the Conference venue.

3. If (i) due to an event of Force Majeure, the Conference cannot take place, or (ii) due to the spread of the epidemic or for other reasons, legal regulations are introduced that impose visitor limits or ban the organization of events, the Supporting Unit will be entitled to change the Conference date to another available date. Purchased Conference Tickets will entitle Participants to participate in the Conference on another date.

4. In the situation described in Section 3, the Participant is entitled to withdraw from the Conference.

5. If the Conference is cancelled due to an event of Force Majeure or if the Participant withdraws from the Conference in accordance with Section 4 above, the Supporting Unit will refund the Ticket price to the Participant. The Participant is not entitled to compensation or reimbursement of any other fees related to participation in the Conference, including travel expenses, or to claim compensation from the Supporting Unit.

6. In the event of cancellation, change of time, or change of venue of the Conference, the Supporting Unit will immediately inform Participants by sending appropriate information via email.

7. The Supporting Unit is entitled to change the Conference program for reasons beyond the control of the Supporting Unit, without the obligation to pay any compensation to Participants.

§ 17 · Final Provisions

1. The Regulations are available on the Organizer's Website.

2. Participants may obtain, reproduce, and save the text of the Regulations by downloading them from the above source.

3. The Supporting Unit reserves the right to amend these Regulations, in particular in the event of: 1. changes in applicable law that directly affect the content of the Regulations, 2. imposition of specific obligations on the Organizer by government authorities, 3. the Organizer taking action to improve the operation of the Website, introducing technical or functional changes, 4. taking action to improve the protection of Users' privacy, 5. when necessary to prevent abuse or for security reasons.

4. Amendments to the Regulations shall take effect upon the expiry of the deadline specified by the Organizer, but no earlier than 7 days from the date the amended Regulations are made available through publication on the Website. Amendments to the Regulations do not affect Sales Agreements concluded or Orders placed before the amendment.

5. The Supporting Unit may amend the Regulations immediately, without observing the deadline referred to in paragraph 7 above, if: 1. this is required by applicable law or a decision of a competent state authority, 2. the amendment is necessary to ensure the safety of Users and the data they provide.

6. Amendments to the Regulations may not violate the acquired rights of Participants.

7. The Supporting Unit reserves the right to change the email addresses provided in the Regulations. The amendments referred to in the preceding sentence do not constitute an amendment to the Regulations and do not require compliance with the procedure referred to in paragraph 4.

Appendix 1 – Team Evaluation Form Jury Evaluation Form Team Name #1: ………………………………………………………………………………… 1. Problem and Market Need (1-5 points) 1 point: The problem is unclear or minor; the market need is difficult to identify. 3 points: The problem is identifiable, but the market need is only moderately defined. 5 points: The problem is clearly defined and significant; the market need is significant and well-documented. Score: ……… 2. Solution (1-5 points) 1 point: The solution is unclear, ineffective, or poorly tailored to the problem. 3 points: The solution addresses the problem but lacks innovation or is similar to existing solutions. 5 points: The solution is innovative, well-tailored, and stands out from the competition. Score: ……… 3. Impact (1-5 points) 1 point: The idea does not demonstrate significant impact; Its implementation will not produce visible changes or benefits for users or the market. 3 points: The idea has the potential to have some impact, but its effect may be limited or somewhat difficult to realize. The impact is visible, but not crucial for the industry or audience. 5 points: The idea has a high impact, has the potential to create real, significant changes in the market or in the lives of users; it is groundbreaking and can inspire others to take action. We define an impactful solution as one that bridges the gap between humanities and technology, and vice versa, in a way that considers the balance between both qualities. 4. Business Model and Scalability (1-5 points) 1 point: The business model is unclear or unsustainable; scalability is low. 3 points: The business model is realistic, but has limited scalability. 5 points: The business model is strong, with clear revenue streams and high scalability potential. Rating:……… 5. Target Market and Competition (1-5 points) 1 point: Target market poorly defined; high competition without a clear strategy to overcome it. 3 points: Clearer picture of the target market; plans for addressing the competition are in place.

5 points: Well-defined target market with significant potential; innovative strategy that stands out from the competition. Rating:……… 6. Innovation and Creativity (1-5 points) 1 point: Lack of innovation; the idea is a repetition of existing solutions without added value. 3 points: Some level of innovation, but not fully exploited or insufficiently differentiated from the competition. 5 points: Highly innovative and creative idea; clearly different from existing solutions, offering unique value. Rating: ……… 7. Team (1-5 points) 1 point: The team is incomplete or lacks relevant experience; lacks clear roles and responsibilities within the team. 3 points: The team has the core competencies needed to complete the project, but the structure or role allocation could be better defined. 5 points: The team is interdisciplinary and well-rounded, possessing diverse technological and business competencies; roles are clearly defined, and collaboration is effective. Score: ……… 8. Presentation and Communication (1-5 points) 1 point: The presentation is unclear, poorly organized, and the communication is ineffective. 3 points: The presentation is understandable, but lacks conviction or clarity in the communication. 5 points: The presentation is persuasive, clear, professionally prepared, and the communication is effective and engaging. Score: ……… Note space: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………

Appendix 2 – Competition Registration Form

1. Describe the problem the startup solves and why now is a good time to implement this solution. 2. How does the startup solve the problem described above? At what stage of development is this solution? (Enter the level according to the TLR scale) 3. How does the project impact society/nature/economy/resources/processes/the world? 4. How will the project generate income? How will it be financed? 5. What are the next milestones that should be achieved for its development? 6. What market is the project designed for? (local/global) Why? 7. Who does or will the product/service compete with? 8. What distinguishes the product from the competition? 9. What do you consider innovation? 10. Does your project collaborate with the academic community? How? 11. What is the team composition and what are the individual roles? 12. Does the project/startup currently need investment? How much? 13. What does your project/startup need to grow (besides money)? 14. What can you add? How would you like to surprise us? 15. Attach access to the file showing your demo (link). 16. Attach your pitch file.