Google for Startups has announced the launch of AI Academy, a new program designed to support and accelerate the growth of AI startups in Pakistan and the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.
The program will bring together more than 20 startups that are developing technologies based on AI, which will not only foster a vibrant AI community within APAC but also ignite cross-border innovation and partnerships.
The collaborative environment will encourage exchanging ideas, expertise, and resources, accelerating the development of cutting-edge AI solutions and establishing APAC as a global hub in AI advancements.
Qualifying startups will receive
Uniquely, AI Academy is designed to fast-track startups to market by enabling them to build a “proof of concept” and product roadmap, rapidly validating and enhancing their AI solutions. By applying Google Cloud tools to their data, startups can build a “proof of concept” and develop a product roadmap for clear and immediate integration into their existing products. This accelerated approach will speed up their path to success and demonstrate the tangible value of their AI innovations.
Farhan S. Qureshi, Google Pakistan’s country director, stated:
Our latest AI Academy program is a testament to Google’s commitment to fostering the growth of AI across the Asia-Pacific. With Pakistan being a important market, we hope that local startups will use this opportunity to supercharge their AI solutions and further strengthen the AI ecosystem in APAC.
Applications open today and will close on Aug 16, 2024. For more information and to apply, please visit the homepage for Google Startups.