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This month marks an important milestone for us: we’ve defined our Vision and Mission to guide the next phase of 10xTechClub.
Our Vision: To be the world’s most trusted launchpad where every student’s brilliance sparks tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Mission: To empower young people through a limitless learning platform that builds skills, fuels creativity, and instils the confidence to lead the future.
. In this issue, you’ll find: - Radar – The rise of “living computers” powered by human brain cells.
- Now Boarding – Registrations open for Cohort 5 (starting Nov 2025) + upcoming Financial Literacy Workshop in October.
- Inside 10xTC – Highlights from Cohort 3’s software hackathon, award winners from Cohort 2, and next steps for student start-ups.
- Spotlight – Reflections from 3 rockstars of Cohort 2 as they graduate from Year 1 of PAP.
- Bytes of Tomorrow – How 3D printing turns imagination into reality.
- Mindset Matters – Why time management isn’t just for CEOs—it’s a superpower kids can master today.
- Raising Innovators – How biology is shaping the future of health, climate, and agriculture—and the role teenagers will play.
- Picks of the Month – A book, a movie, and a video to inspire your journey.
Let’s keep building what others only imagine. Let’s dive in! |
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The Rise of Living Computers 🧠 TLDR: - Biocomputing uses human brain cells on silicon chips to create "living computers."
- They are extremely energy efficient, using just 20 watts compared to a supercomputer which uses 40 million watts.
- Cortical Labs' “DishBrain” learned to play Pong, showing their quick learning ability.
- The main challenge is keeping the cells alive and stable while the computer components heat up
- If successful, this could lead to a new generation of low-power, high-intelligence machines
- We may be at the cusp of a revolution in biology-powered AI.
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| | | | Registrations Open for Cohort 5 of 10xTechClub’s PAP 📅 Starting November 2025 | 🕒 Saturday 3pm to 6pm📍Offline sessions | 💻 15+ technologies
Limited Seats | Small Cohort | Personalized Mentoring Call now to secure a spot in this launch batch! | | |
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Registrations Open for Financial Literacy Workshop for teenagers – 2 half days 📅 4th & 11th Oct 2025 | 🕒 Saturday 9.30am to 1.30pm |📍Offline sessions | | |
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Igniting Innovation: PAP Cohort 3’s Software Hackathon 🚀 The excitement was electric as Cohort 3 of our Premier Accelerator Program (PAP) took the spotlight for their highly anticipated student software hackathon. Parents, mentors, and tech enthusiasts gathered to witness an inspiring display of creativity, problem-solving, and coding prowess. From deep-dive presentations to hands-on Python projects, the event celebrated the energy, curiosity, and innovation of our young learners.
Presentations: Learning from Tech Innovators
The first segment of the hackathon focused on STEM learning through dynamic presentations. Students were assigned renowned tech personalities to research and present, exploring their groundbreaking contributions and inspiring the next generation of coders.
Alabhyaa captivated the audience with her presentation on Margaret Hamilton, NASA's pioneering software engineer. She highlighted Hamilton's work on real-time operating systems, interrupt-driven systems, and error recovery, demonstrating how software developed on punch cards shaped modern programming practices. |
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| | PAP Cohort 2: 10xTC Annual Awards 10x Trailblazer Award – 5k cash prize winner is Geet Valecha. For the student who led with curiosity, initiative, and consistent effort throughout the year— always going beyond what was expected and inspiring others along the way.
10x Deep Thinker Award – 2.5k cash prize winner is Shaurya Ingle. For showing exceptional clarity of thought, deep conceptual understanding, and the ability to ask thoughtful, challenging questions across every topic and tech module.
10x Grit & Growth Award – 2.5k cash prize winner is Shray Gandhi For demonstrating remarkable personal growth—transforming challenges into strengths and showing resilience, grit, and continuous improvement across the year.
Taking PAP C2 10xTC LaunchPad Startup Ideas Forward The journey doesn’t end with the Shark Tank pitches—it begins now. At 10xTC, we’re committed to helping our rockstars turn bold ideas into working prototypes and real startups.
What’s Next: - Funding of ₹25k from the 10xTC Fund has been allocated to the top 3 Shark-approved ideas, with additional support from Parents’ Seed Fund.
- Prototypes must be developed in next 3 to 6 months, with phased funding as per progress.
- All teams will receive tech mentoring from 10xTC to get their prototypes working.
- After successful prototypes, students can access mentorship for productization, external grants, and startup launch.
Approved Ideas & Support:
- BioTag (Aarya): 10xTC + Parents seed funding
- NeuroHealer (Anvay): 10xTC + Parents seed funding
- ResQTrak (Shray): 10xTC + Parents seed funding
- YOUVA (Geet): Parents seed funding
- BreezePod (Shaurya): Parents seed funding
- LeafQuench (Sharad): Parents seed funding
Big Opportunity Ahead:
One of our Sharks has already shown interest in investing further in 2 of the top 3 ideas—if they see strong commitment from parents and capable teams forming. They’re also ready to help raise funds and connect students with industry networks.
This is a golden moment—commitment, teamwork, and action today can open doors to building real startups while still in school |
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Dive into the journeys of our recently graduated Cohort 2 students. Read their real stories of learning, growth, and impact, shared in their own words.
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| | How 3D Printing is Changing the Way We Learn, Heal, and Create Remember when “technology” meant staring at a screen? These days, it can mean holding your own ideas in your hands! 3D printing is a little bit like magic — you design something on a computer, press “print,” and poof — it appears right in front of you. But it’s not just fun to watch. This amazing tech is changing classrooms, hospitals, and even the way kids explore their creativity.
In Classrooms: Learning You Can Hold Imagine studying the solar system and being able to hold a tiny planet in your palm, or learning about dinosaurs with a model of a T.Rex tooth you can actually touch. Teachers are using 3D printers to make lessons come alive. It’s perfect for curious kids who learn best when they can see and feel what they’re learning about.
In Hospitals: Helping in Real Life Doctors are using 3D printing to help patients in incredible ways. They can make special tools or create exact models of a patient’s heart or bone before surgery, so they know exactly what to expect. Kids who need prosthetic arms or legs can get ones that fit just right — and sometimes even choose their favorite colors or designs! In Creativity: Turning “What If” into “Here It Is!” For young inventors, artists, and tinkerers, 3D printing is a dream come true. You can design a toy, a piece of jewelry, or even a robot part — and then print it out. It’s a chance to experiment, make mistakes, try again, and see your imagination take shape right in front of you.
Why It Matters 3D printing is more than a cool gadget — it’s a bridge between ideas and reality. It’s making schoolwork more exciting, medical care more personal, and creativity more limitless. As this technology becomes more common, families might soon see it in their kids’ classrooms, their community hospitals, and maybe even at home. |
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Mindset Matters: #9 Time Management |
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Tired of hearing "I didn't get time" from your child? What if we told you that time management isn't just for CEOs—it's a lifelong superpower your child can master right now. Help them go from rushed to responsible with simple, effective time management skills that work!
Raising Kids Who Know How to Plan, Prioritize & PerformTime management isn't just about keeping a timetable—it's about making thoughtful choices with their time. Children who learn to manage time early are more likely to become organized, focused, and less stressed as they grow. | | |
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From Curiosity to Career: How Biology Connects Teens to Real‑World Impact Got curiosity about life’s secrets? Biology’s not just a class—it’s a pathway to real-world problem-solving. Discover how biological science drives innovations in health, climate, agriculture, and beyond—and why teenagers today hold the keys to future breakthroughs in India and globally. Through internships, labs, citizen science, and mentorship from institutions like IISc or CSIR labs, students can transform fascination into action. Ready to turn curiosity into career? This article lays out the guide |
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Recommendations of the Month |
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| | | | The Art of Public Speaking by Dale Carnegie with J. Berg Esenwein is a timeless guide to building confidence and connecting with any audience. Packed with practical tips, it helps readers turn nervousness into impact and words into influence | | |
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| | | | | This film in nail-biting fashion tells the story of the fated Apollo 13 mission to the moon, and splendidly captures both the ingenuity of the space program along with the power of man to pull together to save lives | | |
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Veritasium | The Real Reason Robots Shouldn’t Look Like Humans | The robots of our future may look nothing like humans at all. Check out this compilation of 5 surprising different ways robots can look and why we build them that way | | |
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Or message us on WhatsApp: +91-9766010910 Thanks for reading. Until next time! Be Brilliant, Be Limitless! Rajesh & the 10xTC Team |
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