Google Launches AI First Accelerators in India, MENA, Turkey to Boost Startup Innovation

AI-driven startups are rapidly transforming various industries by leveraging human-centric enterprise AI and radically new business models, achieving unprecedented revenue milestones with lean teams, as highlighted by a Benhamou Global Ventures report. In the restaurant industry, startups like Owner are using AI-powered tools for marketing, website optimization, and operational efficiencies, enabling local chains such as Talkin' Tacos to expand and increase revenue significantly. Globally, Google is fostering AI innovation through its Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First program, targeting Seed to Series A startups in regions including India, MENA, and Turkey, offering mentorship, cloud credits, and access to advanced AI technologies to accelerate their growth. These programs focus on developing core AI technologies such as Agentic AI and Multimodal AI, aligning with national digital ambitions like India’s $1 trillion digital economy goal. By providing startups with expert guidance and technical resources, Google aims to nurture scalable AI-driven businesses that can address substantial market opportunities. This global ecosystem of AI acceleration illustrates a broad and growing commitment to integrating AI deeply into startup growth strategies across sectors and geographies.