Belarusian inventors shortlisted for Pitch to Rich start-up competition final

The project of Brest natives Artsyom Stavenka and Kiryl Chikeyuk called Kino-mo can win the top prize, $230,000.

The competition was organised by Virgin Media Business foundation, headed by a businessman Richard Branson, Belsat reports.

A device created by Belarusian entrepreneurs allows to project dynamic 3D holograms into the air from any computer or smartphone in real time.

There are 9 finalists, who are divided into 3 categories: Start-up, New Things, Grow. One can vote here until June 22.

Innovators from Belarus have already been supported by thousands of compatriots, including Darya Domracheva.

The winner is to be selected by a billionaire Richard Branson and his partners in the final on June 26. The winner is to receive approximately $230,000, those who come second and third – approximately $70,000.