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Accelerator RISING

Gives German AI startups a four-month scale-up sprint with 10,000€ per team and a trip to Slush Helsinki.

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Startups submit a short written application (product, traction, motivation) before the deadline; ten teams are invited to pitch before a jury, and five are selected for the four-month cohort running October 2026 to January 2027. The program combines 10,000€ in prize money per team, two sales and investment workshops, mentors from the hessian.AI network, and a group trip to the Slush conference in …

Industries covered
AI
Grants under Accelerator RISING

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Accelerator RISING
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Gives German AI startups a four-month scale-up sprint with 10,000€ per team and a trip to Slush Helsinki.

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