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EDGE STARTUPS

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What Is NVIDIA Inception?

NVIDIA Inception is a free program designed to help your startup evolve faster through access to cutting-edge technology and NVIDIA experts, connections with venture capitalists, and co-marketing support to heighten your company’s visibility.

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Program Benefits

Unlike traditional accelerators, NVIDIA Inception supports all stages of a startup’s life cycle. We work closely with members to provide the best technical tools, latest resources, and opportunities to connect with investors. As your startup matures, your program benefits also evolve to further your growth. Premier members receive increased NVIDIA marketing support, access to Premier-only member events, and a dedicated NVIDIA relationship manager.

BENEFITS

Community Member

Premier Member

EXPERTISE

Startup portal access for all members of your team
Credits to the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute
Discounted technical workshops
Dedicated relationship manager

TECHNOLOGY

Preferred pricing on select hardware and software products
Cloud credits through NVIDIA partners
Monthly NVIDIA Inception newsletter
Solution architect guidance

VENTURE CAPITAL

Opportunity to connect with investors through Inception Capital Connect

Access to Premier-only VC events

AWARENESS

Speaking opportunities at events
Exclusive NVIDIA Inception events
Customer introductions
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All startups enter the program as valuable Community members. Once your startup closes at least its Series A funding and is in production, it’s ready to be evaluated for Premier membership.

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You’re encouraged to apply to NVIDIA Inception no matter what your current funding stage is. There are no application deadlines, cohorts, or term limits.

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Now accepting applications for all technology startups, including AI and deep learning, data science, HPC, networking, graphics, AR/VR, and gaming.

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Update your Inception program profile every six months to maximize your access to the rich collection of program benefits.

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Redeem your program membership benefits with NVIDIA and our partners to accelerate your startup’s journey.

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Member Spotlight Stories

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“I AM AI” Video Features Inception Members

During the GTC 2022 keynote, the new I AM AI video was unveiled, and it showcased several Inception startups. Get to know them and their work.

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NVIDIA Inception Premier Program

Premier Members

NVIDIA Inception Premier members are changing the world with brilliant, industry-transforming solutions. Learn more about the benefits that come with elevating to the Premier level, including hands-on technical assistance and co-marketing support.

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Inception at Events

JUNE 7-9, 2022	Conference: Money 20/20 Europe	AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS
JUNE 9, 2022	Wise Guys Fintech Startup Accelerator Program in Bucharest (Application Closes on June 9th)	ONLINE
JUNE 13-15, 2022	CogX 2022	LONDON, ENGLAND
JUNE 14, 2022 \| 9:00 AM PDT / 4:00 PM GMT	Pytorch Interoperability Webinar	ONLINE
JUNE 13, 2022 \| 11:00 AM IST / 5:30 AM GMT	Healthcare NVIDIA Inception Open House Session - South Asia	ONLINE
JUNE 14-15, 2022	WeAreDevelopers World Congress	BERLIN, GERMANY
JUNE 14-15, 2022	TERATEC	PALAISEAU, FRANCE
JUNE 15-18, 2022	Viva Technology	PARIS, FRANCE
JUNE 16, 2022 \| 8:00 AM PDT / 3:00 PM GMT	Building a Robotics Application Using Isaac	ONLINE (Free Webinar)
JUNE 28, 2022 \| 3:00 PM SGT / 5:00 PM AEST	Enabling Impact at Scale with Conversational AI and Computer Vision	ONLINE

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Connect with Top Investors

With your Inception membership, NVIDIA provides unique opportunities to interact with our worldwide ecosystem of investors. Learn about the NVIDIA Inception VC Alliance, an initiative between NVIDIA Inception and top-tier venture capital firms.

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NVIDIA takes no equity, and there are no fees to apply.

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Opportunity to connect with investors through Inception Capital Connect
Access to Premier-only VC events

EMPOWERING THE WORLD’S CUTTING EDGE STARTUPS

What Is NVIDIA Inception?

Program Benefits

EXPERTISE

TECHNOLOGY

VENTURE CAPITAL

AWARENESS

Get Started

Apply

Update Your Profile

Activate Your Benefits

Member Spotlight Stories

Inception Hits the 10K Member Milestone

“I AM AI” Video Features Inception Members

Inception Members Using AI to Help Save the Planet

NVIDIA Inception Premier Program

Premier Members

Inception at Events

Connect with Top Investors

Join NVIDIA Inception Today

EMPOWERING THE WORLD’S CUTTING
EDGE STARTUPS