Design in Saudi Arabia with AI 2026 Accelerator Program

About

The "Design in Saudi Arabia with AI 2026 Accelerator Program" is an initiative by Qualcomm and local partners aimed at supporting up to 10 promising startups in AI and related technologies, offering extensive technical guidance, business mentorship, and resources to help accelerate their journey from concept to market-ready products.

Benefits

• 💰 Technical Guidance
• Access to experienced engineers for deep technical support
• 🎓 Business Mentorship
• Mentorship from business experts for market entry planning
• 🏢 Product Support
• Assistance with product design and optimization
• 📈 Market Preparation
• Support for market readiness and commercialization strategies
• 🔍 IP Training
• Training on intellectual property protection and patent application
• 🤝 Industry Collaboration
• Strengthening ties with local industries and universities for talent development

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to startups based in Saudi Arabia
• 🏢 Legal Status
• Must be a legally registered company in Saudi Arabia
• 💼 Business Focus
• Targeting startups in AI, IoT, and advanced wireless technologies
• 💡 Solution Type
• Encourages practical AI solutions addressing real-world problems
• 👥 Team Requirements
• Teams should focus on mobile devices, edge computing, and immersive technologies

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Attendance Requirement
• Must participate in all program activities and workshops
• 🎤 Presentation Requirement
• Must present progress and outcomes at designated events
• ⏰ Time Commitment
• Full-time commitment during the acceleration period
• 💵 Application Fee
• No application fee mentioned, but check for updates

Target Region

Open to startups based in Saudi Arabia

Target Sector

Focused on AI, IoT, and advanced wireless technologies