The 60 second startup competition is set to be the highlight of the first day of Startup Europe Regatta conference. Divided into two groups - Pitch I and    Pitch II - this competition promises an intense showcase of innovation, with each startup having precisely 60 seconds to captivate the audience with their groundbreaking ideas. 

After the lightning-fast pitches, the spotlight turns to the audience, who will have a vital role to play. For two minutes, the audience gets to fire away with questions, probing deeper into the startups' concepts, strategies, and potential impact. It's a unique opportunity for startups to demonstrate their adaptability and depth of knowledge.

Here's the twist that sets this competition apart: the judges are no ordinary panel of experts. They are fellow startups, entrepreneurs, and visionaries, who understand the trials and tribulations of building a business from the ground up.