During a recent visit to Silicon Valley, Wu Der-Wei led a Taiwanese startup team in discussions with NVIDIA about advancements in artificial intelligence technology. This visit, which took place from August 10 to 17, featured two leading companies from the “Taoyuan Sports Technology Startup Acceleration Program,” Speed 3D and GoSky AI. Organized by the Taoyuan City Sports Development Foundation, the initiative aimed to boost product development and strategic positioning for Taiwanese startups through meaningful exchanges with industry leaders.
Speed 3D, the program’s winner, has pioneered innovative augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies tailored for the sports sector. They partnered with the Fubon Titans of the Chinese Professional Baseball League to develop an “AI Virtual Studio,” enabling fans to interact virtually with cheerleaders. While in Silicon Valley, they also experienced a Major League Baseball game to deepen their understanding of the industry. Currently, Speed 3D serves as an official technology partner for major social platforms such as Meta and Snapchat.
On the other hand, GoSky AI is concentrating on a community management platform that aids businesses in gathering user data, thereby enhancing the fan experience. Throughout their visit, both companies explored the campuses of several tech giants including NVIDIA, LinkedIn, Uber, Google, and Amazon’s self-driving division, as well as engaging with various international venture capital firms.
In addition to the insights gained from Silicon Valley companies, Wu Der-Wei connected with local entrepreneurs like CJ Lin, founder of the Bay Area Formosa Baseball Team, and Matt Chan, a biomechanical expert and performance analyst for the San Francisco Giants. The group attended a Giants game together, which sparked technical discussions rooted in real-world experiences.
“We are thankful for the chance to exchange ideas with globally recognized companies,” said Hsieh Ru-Chun, Speed 3D’s Global Marketing Manager. “We eagerly anticipate forming strategic partnerships with the businesses we met during this trip, showcasing Taiwan’s technological prowess on the world stage.”
Wu Der-Wei, Executive Director of the Taoyuan Sports Development Foundation, remarked that the visit was an invaluable opportunity to demonstrate the strengths and potential of Taiwanese startups to a diverse range of international investors. He underscored the foundation’s commitment to closely collaborate with the Sports Bureau to provide resources and support that will accelerate the growth of these startups and facilitate their entry into global markets.
Hsu Yen-Hui, Director of Taoyuan City’s Sports Bureau, noted that the initiative aligns perfectly with Taoyuan’s “Digital Five Strategies” policy aimed at integrating sports, technology, and entrepreneurship. The “Taoyuan Sports Technology Startup Acceleration Program” is an innovative effort organized by the Sports Bureau to provide enhanced support for Taiwanese startups while linking them to international opportunities.
