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Taipei's startup scene runs on the island's technology heritage: Taiwan's semiconductor and hardware strength gives local founders real depth in chips, electronics, and manufacturing, while a fast-growing layer of SaaS, AI, and climate startups builds on the same talent pool. Founders cluster in Daan, Zhongshan, and the Nangang software corridor, where coworking spaces, accelerators, and university programs at NTU and NTUST create a dense loop of talent and capital. The government actively supports startups through funding, visas, and programs, and the city's openness makes it a natural hub for regional and international founders. The culture is collaborative and practical: people share openly, events are well-organised, and the food-and-tea tradition means meetings often end with a meal. English is common in the international founder community. Recurring formats include founder breakfasts, pitch evenings, hardware-tech circles, and weekend hackathons. Starting a startup Origin here works best with a narrow vertical and a fixed venue near the MRT; Taipei's compact efficiency does the rest.