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"Google" Supports Startups by Launching the "AI First" Accelerator

Google has announced the launch of the "Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First" program at the Dubai Future Foundation headquarters. The program will host 15 startups from the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey, all specializing in developing AI solutions.

The program aims to support startups in various fields, including healthcare, agriculture, sustainability, and finance. This will allow them to leverage Google's advanced technologies and connect with a vast network of experts and entrepreneurs.

Supporting Startups

The 10-week program began on October 21st with a two-day introductory event that included a series of interactive sessions such as panel discussions and workshops. The event allowed participants to interact directly with industry experts and receive practical guidance to support their entrepreneurial journey.

Paris Yusufi, Google's head of startup accelerators for the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey, highlighted that the program focuses on addressing the challenges faced by startups. It seeks to enhance their business strategies and develop insights that enable them to explore new growth and expansion paths.

The "AI First" Accelerator

Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First is a 10-week program that provides equity-free support to early-stage startups, from seed to Series A, in partnership with Google Cloud. The program helps high-potential startups in the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey grow with the best Google has to offer. This is done through a blend of in-person and virtual activities, one-on-one mentorship, group learning sessions, as well as technical guidance and project support.

Workshops

The Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First program includes deep dive sessions and workshops focusing on product design, business growth, and leadership development. Selected startups will benefit from specialized AI technical expertise from Google and receive credits through the Google for Startups Cloud program.

Key Benefits of the "AI First" Accelerator

The key benefits of the program include:

• Equity-free support throughout the program.
• Dedicated mentorship and guidance from Google teams.
• Training through exclusive invitations to Google-hosted technical boot camps.
• Access to experts.
• Google product credits.
• Early access to Google products and services.
• Strategic support.
• Technical project partnership.

Admission Criteria for the "AI First" Accelerator

To be considered for the program, startups must meet the following criteria:

• Ideally, startups must be at the seed or Series A stage.
• They must have a scalable product or service with a large, addressable market and a defensible growth model.
• Deep technology is preferred, especially those leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI.
• Commitment from the CTO or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions.

Program Alumni - Their Feedback

Asrar Damdam, founder and CEO of Uvera, shared: "We received invaluable support and guidance to help us overcome the technical and business challenges associated with our mission. From technical project guidance to workshops on product design, business growth, and leadership development, this program has been a true turning point."

Hannah Kim from Grape added: "I learned a lot from the program, including realizing I wasn't alone in facing the challenges I encountered. I learned a lot from our mentors and other fellow entrepreneurs… The program made me dream bigger."

15 Startups Selected

Google has announced the first cohort of the Google for Startups: AI First program in the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey, which includes 15 selected startups from hundreds of applications.

Here are the selected startups:

• Biliki.AI: Helps environmentally conscious travelers reduce their carbon footprint through AI-powered, eco-friendly travel recommendations.
• Craniocatch: Provides AI-powered solutions in dentistry to automate diagnosis, treatment, and patient follow-up through X-ray image analysis, accelerating and enhancing dental care.
• Deepecho: Offers cutting-edge health-related technologies to empower mothers and healthcare providers by improving prenatal care and ultrasound imaging.
• Egrobots: Utilizes self-driving robots and AI to provide precision agricultural solutions, improving farm conditions in the region.
• Enable Tech: Provides a no-code, AI-powered platform for software-as-a-service solutions for businesses, integrating physical and digital commercial experiences.
• EyeCheckup: Offers non-invasive methods for diagnosing eye, heart, and kidney diseases using AI.
• Forest Hero: Develops technology that combines predictive analytics with forest productivity and health tracking.
• FortyGuard: Provides AI-based thermal intelligence to cool cities through affordable, customizable, and rapid solutions.
• Lucidya: Provides a modern, AI-powered platform with natural language understanding capabilities to manage customer experience with the highest quality.
• MLnetworks: Helps telecom companies design, operate, and optimize their networks with more intelligence through a comprehensive data platform.
• SDM: Assists healthcare providers in leveraging AI to enhance chronic disease diagnosis and detection.
• Smart Bricks: Develops an AI-powered pilot assistant to enable smarter real estate purchases.
• StrategyConnect: Enables everyone to access high-quality and affordable consulting services for large and small businesses through an AI-powered advisor.
• VAIS: Empowers farmers using AI to combat climate change and water scarcity.
• WeAccess.Ai: Develops AI-powered digital solutions to bridge the gap between the digital world and individuals with disabilities and special needs.