Google for Startups is now accepting applications for its AI First Program. This initiative provides funding and support to startups that are transitioning from the stage of seed funding to first investment series (Seed to Series A startups) in the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey (MENA-T).
The aim of the initiative is to connect the best of Google’s resources to empower startups to scale their AI-driven tech businesses.
The program runs hybrid from September to December 2025. It starts with virtual training boot camps, one-on-one mentoring, and industry experiences and ends with a physical Demo Day and Graduation in December 2025.
What are the benefits?
Participants get equity-free support, dedicated mentoring from Google teams, access to technical bootcamps and training, access to Google’s network of industry experts, product credits, access to new Google products, and support on company and product strategy.
Requirements
– Startups must demonstrate traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage
– They must be building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model
– They must be deeply technical, preferably leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI
– The startups’ chief technology officers or AI leads must show commitment to participate and engage in required program sessions
When should you apply?
Apply before June 16, 2025
Where should you apply?
Google for Startups is now accepting applications for its AI First Program, which targets Seed to Series A startups in the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey. The program runs from September to December 2025, starting with virtual training and mentorship, and concluding with a Demo Day in December. Participants gain equity-free support, mentoring, access to Google experts, product credits, and strategic guidance. Startups should exhibit growth potential, utilize AI technologies, and have committed technical leaders. Applications are open until June 16, 2025. Interested startups can apply online.
