Microsoft has announced launching its GenAI Accelerator, in partnership with chipmaker Nvidia, to help UK startups access the resources, expertise and support they need to scale their generative AI products.
The Microsoft GenAI Accelerator runs from January 22 to March 5, 2025 and is designed to cater to UK startups that have secured seed funding and are ready to “take their products to the next level.”
The project is specifically looking for companies that are exploring solutions to improve people’s lives, create jobs and have a significant economic impact.
Microsoft has announced the 2025 AI Accelerator program
The Accelerator’s hybrid format, which combines online and in-person components, is expected to improve accessibility and support startups from across the UK – not just those with close links to London and the South East.
At the end of the program, Microsoft will host a ‘Demo Day’ where participants can showcase their products to venture capitalists and private equity firms in the hope of securing further financial support.
“By supporting local AI startups and providing them with the resources they need to succeed, Microsoft and our partners are helping build a vibrant and sustainable AI community in Britain and creating the technology powerhouses of tomorrow” , said Darren Hardman, Microsoft. British CEO.
Startups selected for the program will benefit from one-on-one sessions with Microsoft’s AI ‘Black Belt’ specialists in AI and ML, and will also receive guidance from Nvidia and Github experts.
Serge Palaric, Nvidia’s VP for Hyperscaler Alliance within EMEA, added: “By using NVIDIA’s accelerated computing platform, startups will be able to accelerate their AI development and improve performance.”
Applications are welcome from today until November 22, with shortlisting beginning on December 9.
The company added: “We particularly encourage companies looking to build AI-native solutions on Microsoft’s cloud to adopt this.”