GTC 2025 for Startups and Investors

Discover the latest hardware, software, and applications recently announced at the conference. See how they’re transforming everything from agentic AI to healthcare, robotics, customer experiences, and beyond with sessions on-demand

Schedule At-a-Glance

1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Keynote | SAP Center


1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Hyatt Place


1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.


1:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.

Expo Hall and Inception Pavilion Open

San Jose Convention Center

9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.


1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

Theater Talk | San Jose Convention Center


2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Theater Talk | San Jose Convention Center


2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.


4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Talks & Panels | San Jose Convention Center


4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.


12:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.

Expo Hall and Inception Pavilion Open

San Jose Convention Center

2:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m.

Theater Talk | San Jose Convention Center


12:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.

Expo Hall and Inception Pavilion Open

San Jose Convention Center

11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Expo Hall and Inception Pavilion Open

San Jose Convention Center

On-Demand Sessions for Startups from GTC

Next Wave Innovations: Startups Shaping Tomorrow

Discover the secrets of global expansion from trailblazing startups as they share their hard-won insights and game-changing strategies. Don't miss this exclusive panel to learn how to overcome international challenges and seize global opportunities that could catapult your business to new heights.

AI Day for VCs

Following the keynote, join industry experts—including NVIDIA’s Sid Sideek, Head of NVentures, and Vishal Bhagwati, Head of Corporate Development—for sessions and networking tailored for the VC community.

AI Day for Startups

Tap into a wealth of knowledge shared by the investors and technology leaders who are pushing the sector’s boundaries. Join this interactive event to hear compelling perspectives and connect with venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and others in the industry.

VC and Startup Pitches

Hear from venture capitalists and startups as they take the stage of the Expo Hall Theater. Investors will flip the script, pitching their differentiated value, industry expertise, and investment theses to the audience. Then, hear NVIDIA Inception startups make their own pitches and describe their visions for the future of tech.

Additional Sessions for Startups

Hear from experts as they share tips and tricks to help you grow your startup. You’ll also hear from venture capital firms as they pitch their thesis and explore the innovative work being done by fellow startups across industries in startup showcases.

Learn More About Our Programs for Startups and VC Firms

NVIDIA Inception program

Accelerate Your Startup

The NVIDIA Inception program gives startups access to the latest developer resources, preferred pricing on NVIDIA software and hardware, and exposure to the VC community. The program is free and available to tech startups of all stages.

NVIDIA Inception VC Alliance connects global investo

Strengthen Your Portfolio

The NVIDIA Inception VC Alliance connects global investors with the Inception program's startup community. Members of the alliance receive portfolio support, startup introductions, and other benefits to strengthen their portfolio companies in AI, gaming, AR/VR, and other domains.

Be part of the NVIDIA GTC experience, join us in San Jose, CA on March 16–19, 2026.