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Accelerator seeks to attract AI startups
Open to seed stage AI and IoT startups from the UAE and around the globe, the AI Venture Launchpad is a 10-day sprint accelerator.

abu dhabi - This is an opportunity for global startups to enter the UAE market

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Published: Mon 2 Jul 2018, 7:42 PM

StartAD, the innovation and entrepreneurship platform anchored at NYU Abu Dhabi, has opened applications for its inaugural Artificial Intelligence (AI) Venture Launchpad.

Open to seed stage AI and Internet of Things (IoT) startups from the UAE and around the globe, the AI Venture Launchpad is a 10-day sprint accelerator that helps participants develop a scalable, repeatable and capital efficient venture.

Teams disrupting industries in financial technology, insurance technology, regulatory technology, airport operations, predictive maintenance, fuel efficiency and enterprise solutions through AI with natural language processing, machine learning, predictive analytics, search and data analytics are encouraged to apply.

This accelerator is an opportunity for global startups to enter the UAE market and attract potential investments from key players in the region. Applications close on August 30.

Launching on September 30, the programme is held in partnership with Etihad Aviation Group; UAE Exchange; and Abu Dhabi Global Market. The AI Venture Launchpad will comprise a series of training and mentorship sessions, investor roundtables, pitches, interviews and validation activities. Startups will also be trained to develop go-to-market strategies.

- business@khaleejtimes.com


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