Supporting Kiwi Innovation with the Google for Startups Accelerator
Supporting Kiwi Innovation with the Google for Startups Accelerator
Publish Date: 2026-06-21 18:13:00
Source Domain: blog.google
- New Expansion: Google has expanded its Google for Startups Accelerator program to include New Zealand, joining with Australia for the first time.
- Target Startups: The program focuses on Seed and Series A startups using AI and machine learning.
- Program Details: The accelerator is a 10-week, equity-free, hybrid program running from September to November.
- Success Stories: The expansion was inspired by successful Kiwi startups Atomic Tessellator and ThroughLine, which achieved significant breakthroughs with Google’s guidance.
- Support Benefits: Selected startups gain direct mentorship from Google AI experts, access to Google products and infrastructure, collaboration opportunities with peers in Australia and New Zealand, and strategic masterclasses.
- Application Deadline: Startups have until July 19th to apply for the program.
- Global Impact: The program aims to help Kiwi startups leverage technology to make a global impact.
