Abu Dhabi-based big data and AI leader Presight has launched its first AI-Startup Accelerator, kicking off the initiative with an intensive three-day bootcamp for ten selected startups from around the world. The program is designed to identify and scale practical AI solutions and integrate them into the UAE’s thriving technology ecosystem.
By the Numbers
The inaugural cohort represents a diverse and global group of innovators:
- 10 Global Startups: The size of the first accelerator cohort.
- 6 Countries: The startups hail from the United States, Singapore, Indonesia, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, and the UAE.
- 3 Days: The duration of the intensive launch bootcamp in Abu Dhabi.
- 3 Thematic Tracks: The startups are grouped into “Urban Visionaries,” “AI Tool & Tech Makers,” and “Market Shapers.”
A Global Cohort for Practical AI Solutions
The accelerator was launched to find the world’s most promising AI innovations and provide them with a launchpad for growth in the UAE. Thomas Pramotedham, CEO of Presight, stated, “We launched this initiative to identify and scale the world’s most promising AI innovations, integrate them into our ecosystem, and deliver lasting impact across industries. The UAE is a global epicentre of AI innovation, and through this programme, our first batch of startups will contribute meaningfully to the UAE’s vision for global AI excellence.”
A Structured Path to Market Growth
The selected startups will participate in a structured acceleration program that continues through December. They will receive technical support, expert mentorship, and crucial introductions to Presight’s extensive client network, which includes major entities like ADNOC, FAB, and ENEC. The ultimate goal for the cohort is to present their progress and showcase their solutions at the GITEX Expand North Star 2025 conference.
Immersive Experience and High-Level Support
The three-day bootcamp provided an immersive experience, including themed pitch sessions and site visits to major AI facilities across Abu Dhabi, such as AIQ and Space42. The event drew high-level support from institutional partners like Microsoft, Hub71, and ADQ, who led training modules to help the startups refine their go-to-market strategies for long-term success in the region.
Source: Fintechnews Middle East
