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80% of the World's Unicorns already use AWS. For AI/ML startups with Unicorn status, that number is 96% 😲 Today, we announce $230M to help YOU accelerate your GenAI applications! The "AWS Generative AI Accelerator" program provides hands-on expertise and up to $1 million in credits to each of the top 80 early-stage startups that are using generative AI to solve complex challenges. Applications for the AWS Generative AI Accelerator open today and will be accepted until July 19. Startups can apply here: https://lnkd.in/gDQJpSkr

Wow, a staggering 96% of AI/ML unicorns run on AWS.. Generative AI startups have the ability to transform industries and shape the future, which is why today we announced a commitment of $230 million to accelerate the creation of generative AI applications by startups around the world. We are excited to collaborate with visionary startups, nurture their growth, and unlock new possibilities. In addition to this monetary investment, today we’re also announcing the second-annual AWS Generative AI Accelerator in partnership with NVIDIA. This global 10-week hybrid program is designed to propel the next wave of generative AI startups. This year, we’re expanding the program 4x to serve 80 startups globally. Selected participants will each receive up to $1 million in AWS Promotional Credits to fuel their development and scaling needs. The program also provides go-to-market support as well as business and technical mentorship. Participants will tap into a network that includes domain experts from AWS as well as key AWS partners such as NVIDIA, Meta, Mistral AI, and venture capital firms investing in generative AI.

Over the next decade, AWS AI/ML will power the hypergrowth innovators, blue-chip industry leaders, and market disruptors that define our era. As the cloud landscape transforms in real-time, AWS customers are uniquely positioned to dominate the competitive landscape, leveraging next-generation AI/ML solutions to drive digital transformation and ensure sustained growth. From rapidly expanding fintech startups to crucial financial institutions, our journey is just beginning!

Kisa Mateene, Director of AI & Startups at Google at the #ValorAnnualSummit: "AI will grow from a $100B market in 2023 to a $1T market in 2030, a growth that is 1.5x faster than cloud back in the day" Ale Zuzenberg, CEO of Botmaker: "Before disrupting your entire business model and product with AI, try using it in-house with internal processes" These quotes are from a panel Valor Managing Partner Michael Nicklas mediated on GenAI with Kisa, Ale, and Vinny Lingham, Co-Founder and CEO of Rumi.ai (Formerly Waitroom)

Matt Wood, #AWS VP of AI products, was in town for #CollisionConf this week and appeared on BNN Bloomberg to share how Canadian #startups like Cohere are using AWS to grow their businesses. We’re committed to democratizing AI for as many use cases, companies and startups as possible. This means investing $230 million to expand our #generativeAI accelerator to Canadian startups. It also means providing choice for our customers – whether it’s access to leading high performing foundation models, or empowering them to easily build responsible generative AI applications with security and privacy built-in with our fully managed service, Amazon Bedrock – now available in Canada! Watch for more from Matt on the future of the bustling startup up community in Canada and how we’re empowering this next generation. https://go.aws/4cvdFIa

Google Cloud's first AI Bootcamp for Startups is happening in 5 days 🦾 If you're new to AI, or want to know more - this collaborative experience with AI Startups, Ecosystem Partners and VCs is for you! This Bootcamp is a hands-on training program designed to equip participants with the latest technologies and technical knowledge needed to integrate AI into your startup. Uncover how #AI and #GenerativeAI can accelerate your startup's growth and register today 🚀➡️ https://goo.gle/47LyzRy

Yesterday's meeting at the Google for Startups Campus was a remarkable experience, especially having the opportunity to engage with Christopher (Cris) T., VP of Government Affairs & Public Policy at Google along with representatives from South Summit, Endeavour, and Constella Intelligence. The focal point of our discussion was the transformative role of #AI in the current and future landscape, particularly in addressing the unique challenges faced by startups. One of the standout moments for us, was exploring how AI is revolutionizing startup operations, offering innovative solutions and driving efficiency. This discussion reinforced the belief that as AI continues to advance, it will unlock even more groundbreaking possibilities in the #startup ecosystem. #Gemini #AIforgood

Looking forward to being part of this AI Boot Camp, Get registered now to learn about the ways you can use the latest generative AI technologies to innovate and differentiate your start-up or product #aiaustralia #responsibleai

🚀 TrueReach.ai secures Highest Level at Microsoft for Startups- Level 4:Scale We're ecstatic to announce that TrueReach.ai has achieved the highest level possible within Microsoft for Startups: Level 4-Scale! This prestigious recognition goes to a select few, and we secured it without traditional VC funding. 🔍 Why is this a huge moment of joy ? 🤷♀️ Reaching Level 4 requires either funding, or a strong customer base as a mandatory filter. We bypassed the traditional funding route, standing out as one of the rare generative AI companies to secure this achievement with paying enterprise customers. A massive thank you to our incredible customers and our dedicated team Amit Kumar Tyagi, Shubham Tulshyan, Abhishek Goel, Mohit Behl for making this possible! We're incredibly grateful for this opportunity and excited to keep pushing the boundaries of generative AI at Truereach AI. 🎉 #TruereachAI #Level4Scale #GenerativeAI #CustomerSucces #MicrosoftForStartups #AIInnovation #Level4 #ScaleStage #NoVCFundingNeeded #TechLeadership