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Google Australia has announced the launch of a startup accelerator program targeted at AI-focused businesses.
The Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First program is — in addition to being a bit of a mouthful — a 10-week accelerator specifically for AI and machine learning Aussie startups at the seed and Series A stages of their business.
According to Google Australia, the program aims to foster local innovation, and builds upon the tech giant’s other initiatives in the space such as AI Sprint and Google Certificates.
In addition to being equity-free, the accelerator boasts several other benefits. These include:
- Mentorship and hands-on guidance from Google AI experts
- Technical support through in-depth sessions on AI tools and infrastructure
- Free access to cloud credits for eligible startups.
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