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Tencent AI Accelerator

Founded 2017 Website LinkedIn
Cheque Size$1M to $50M
Stages4
Industries15
Markets20
Stated Portfolio3
Operating Since2017 (9y)

About Tencent AI Accelerator

Tencent AI Accelerator is a corporate venture capital program by Tencent that invests in and supports AI startups globally. The program leverages Tencent's technological strengths, including its AI Lab and cloud computing capabilities, to provide selected projects with resources such as capital, technology, products, and business opportunities. Since its launch in 2017, the accelerator has completed multiple phases, selecting numerous projects from thousands of applicants worldwide. These projects have achieved significant valuations and have received investments from Tencent. The accelerator focuses on various sectors, including industrial internet, SaaS, and smart city solutions. It collaborates with partners to create industrial internet solutions and assists selected AI projects in achieving faster and wider deployment across various scenarios. The program also supports SaaS startups by providing ecological resources to meet market demand and offers smart city solutions through its WeCity Accelerator, targeting industries such as digital government, public safety, smart transportation, smart education, smart healthcare, and smart community. Tencent AI Accelerator's investment philosophy centers on fostering innovation and supporting the transformation and upgrading of industries through technological advancements. By providing comprehensive support to startups, the program aims to drive the development and application of AI technologies across multiple sectors, contributing to the digitalization and modernization of industries worldwide.

Geographical Focus

African markets1

Other stated markets19

United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaGermanyJapanAustraliaSingaporeChinaIndiaBrazilFranceItalySpainMexicoIndonesiaSouth KoreaSaudi ArabiaTurkeyRussia

Requirements

Innovative AI solutions, Scalable business models, Strong founding teams, Global market potential

Stated Portfolio3

Leju Robotics
GJS Robot
Versa APP

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