Deadline: June 16, 2025
Applications are open for the Google for Startups AI First 2025 for MENA and Turkey. Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First is a ten-week equity-free accelerator program for Seed to Series A startups based in MENA and Turkey. The Accelerator aims to connect the best of Google’s resources to empower startups to scale their AI-driven tech business.
In addition to mentorship and technical project support, the Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First program features deep dives and workshops focused on product design, business growth, and leadership development. Selected startups will also benefit from dedicated Google AI technical expertise and receive credits via the Google for Startups Cloud Program.
Program Details
- A global series of programs: Each cohort of 10-15 startups comes together to tackle technical challenges that can help grow their businesses through a mix of remote and in-person, 1-to-1, group learning sessions, and sprint projects.
- Dedicated expert help: Founders outline the top technical challenges for their startup and are paired with experts from Google and the industry to solve those challenges and grow their business.
- Specialist deep dives: Accelerators include deep dives and workshops focused on product design, customer acquisition, and leadership development for founders.
- Cloud program offerings: Eligible participants receive up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits, dedicated support from startup experts, technical training and access to key industry events.
Benefits
- Equity-free support: For duration of program.
- Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.
- Exclusive invitations to technical bootcamps hosted by Google where offered.
- Access to Google’s network of industry experts.
- Eligible startups receive product credits.
- Access to new Google products and tools as relevant.
- Support on company and product strategy.
- Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.
Eligibility
- Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage
- Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model
- Deeply technical, preferably leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI
- Commitment from CTO and/or AI Lead to participate and engage in required program sessions
- They are committed to building accelerator classes with great startups, and encourage applications from all qualified startups
Application
Up to Series A funded startups are invited to apply by June 16, 2025.
For more information, visit Google for Startups AI First.
