The Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) has announced the Top 24 finalists of the Selangor Triple Accelerator Programme 2026. The announcement was made by Sidec CEO, Mr Yong Kai Ping, following the programme's Showcase Days, where participants presented their businesses and solutions across three accelerator tracks — Token-X, Deep-X and Retail-X. 

The finalists were selected from a competitive pool of 511 applications, with 90 startups chosen to participate across the three tracks. Participants then took part in live pitching and exhibition during Showcase Days, held from 18 to 20 August 2026 at Menara Affin, TRX, Kuala Lumpur, where 8 startups from each track advanced to the Grand Final. 

The finalists were unveiled at a dedicated announcement event here, at Sidec’s Office. Proceedings opened with POWER-UP: Charging Forward, an introduction by Salman Ahmad, Head of Startup & Digitalisation at Sidec, followed by POWER-UP: From Acceleration to Opportunity, a panel session with the programme's delivery partners (PDPs), featuring Aizat Rahim, Chief Executive Officer of Borong (Dropee), and Fiona Chin Quant Lynn, Co-Founder of Ominent Sdn Bhd (IGL Coatings). 

The afternoon also featured POWER-UP: The Cohort Conversation, an interaction session with current participants representing all three tracks, and POWER-UP: Life After Acceleration, a sharing session with programme alumni. The event closed with the Top 8 announcement for each track (Deep-X, Retail-X and Token-X). 

MEET THE TOP 24 FINALISTS

Selangor Deep Accelerator Programme (Deep-X) 

1. Sono Holding Sdn Bhd 

2. Al MSP 365 Sdn Bhd 

3. Sante Solutions 

4. Adventure Global (M) Sdn Bhd 

5. Enygma Technologies Sdn Bhd 

6. Empowered Solutions Sdn Bhd

7. AloTMission Sdn Bhd 

8. Leogics Solutions (M) Sdn Bhd 


Selangor Retail Accelerator Programme (Retail-X) 

1. Real Food Real Good Sdn Bhd 

2. Recharge Xolutions Sdn Bhd 

3. Good Times DIY Pottery & Tufting Lifestyle Studio Sdn Bhd 

4. Ideaholics Sdn Bhd 

5. Blueprinsm Child Development Center (Malaysia) 

6. Faswell Sdn Bhd 

7. WB Suppies & Services Sdn Bhd 

8. Artisan3D Sdn Bhd 


Selangor Token Accelerator Programme (Token-X) 

1. BLOX Blockchain Sdn Bhd 

2. e23 Sdn Bhd 

3. Teel Sdn Bhd 

4. Xtractify 

5. Green Energy Network 

6. Rocketegy Enterprise 

7. Mooniverse X Ventures 

8. Coded Solution Sdn Bhd 

“Reaching the Top 24 reflects the progress, commitment and growth these founders have shown throughout the programme. They've refined their strategies, sharpened their investment readiness, and built the confidence to take their ventures to the next stage. We look forward to seeing them showcase that growth at the final Demo Day,” said Yong Kai Ping, Chief Executive Officer of Sidec. 

The 24 finalists will advance to the Grand Final Demo Day on 14 October 2026 at the Plenary Theatre, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), as part of the AI & Semiconductor Summit (AiSEM@Selangor). At the Grand Final, the startups will present their businesses and solutions to a panel of judges and industry stakeholders, with the final round determining the Champion of each accelerator track. 

During the Grand Final Demo Day, a total of 12 winners will be recognised across Token-X, Deep-X and Retail-X, with each track awarding four (4) Top winners, including one (1) Champion. All winners will receive a trophy and certificate, together with an opportunity to participate in an international trip that will provide first-hand exposure to regional markets, industry ecosystems and investment opportunities, including curated business and investor matching, industry visits, and strategic connections to support their regional expansion and growth. In addition, the Champion of each track will receive an RM20,000 cash prize. 

Since 2015, Sidec has worked with more than 447 startups and SMEs, gaining first-hand insight into the challenges businesses face as they grow and scale. Past alumni such as IGL Coatings able to secure new distributors in Bahrain and Bangladesh and launched a Petronas Graphene Advanced Technology in Las Vegas and Eartheories, whose founder Fadz Subari was named a Top 10 CEO in Malaysia for retail and e-commerce by CEO Insight Asia 2025 This reflect the impact of Sidec's accelerator programmes in supporting businesses beyond the programme. 

Sidec extends its heartfelt appreciation to all judges, participants, partners and audiences for their support throughout the programme. Special appreciation goes to AFFIN Group, the Strategic Banking Partner, for its continued commitment to supporting Malaysian SMEs and startups through financial solutions, business insights and opportunities for growth and investment readiness. Fiuu, the Strategic Payment Partner, also played an important role in supporting participants through digital payment solutions and insights to strengthen their digital commerce capabilities. The support and industry expertise of both partners have significantly enhanced the value and impact of the programme. 

Sidec also acknowledges the strong support of its Global Partners, Plug and Play APAC and Endeavor, which contributed global speakers, industry insights and international networks to provide founders with greater exposure to global markets and opportunities for expansion. MRANTI, the Strategic Innovation Partner, supported the programme through its innovation ecosystem, industry connections and platforms that strengthen the development and commercialisation of emerging technologies. Cradle, as Malaysia’s national agency supporting the startup ecosystem, also played an important role in strengthening ecosystem linkages and supporting the growth and development of local startups. 

The programme was further supported by 13 VC Partners, including 500 Global, GenAI Fund, The Hive, PNSB, Gobi Partners, Vynn Capital, AppWorks, Artem Ventures and others, who shared investment expertise and market insights, provided strategic guidance to founders, and explored potential investment opportunities with participating startups. Collectively, these partnerships provide founders with access to global exposure, industry expertise, investor perspectives and pathways for business growth, strengthening their opportunities to scale in Malaysia and beyond. 

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