Launching the Next Generation of AI Leaders

Join the next cohort of innovative AI startups and accelerate your journey to market leadership.

Accepting applications until 15th Feb, 2026

Program Overview

A Six-Month Launchpad for Ambitious AI Founders

The Presight AI-Startup Accelerator is the launchpad for AI startups ready to accelerate their growth, scale their solutions, and create lasting impact. Over an intensive six-month journey, we bring together the ecosystem—uniting leading minds, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a global network spanning 19 countries. Our mission is to empower founders with the resources and connections needed to translate breakthrough AI products into market-leading solutions that drive meaningful progress for humanity.

We invite ambitious entrepreneurs to join us in shaping the future.

Application Process

Apply online
Complete the application form and share your pitch deck.
Initial review
We screen for fit, traction, and commercial readiness for the program.
Founder interviews (on-site in Abu Dhabi and online)
15 shortlisted teams present to Presight leadership and the selected evaluation panel.
Final selection announced
The final cohort of 10 startups is confirmed with invites to Bootcamp.

Program Stages

Stage 1: Bootcamp (3 days, on-site in Abu Dhabi)
A three-day immersive onboarding program with workshops, training sessions, and networking opportunities across the Presight and G42 ecosystem.

Stage 2: Online Acceleration (6 months, remote)
A structured six-month journey with:

A structured six-month journey with:

Mentorship: ongoing guidance from industry experts
Technical enablement: access to infrastructure and compute
Commercial activation: introductions across Presight and G42 to initiate PoCs and pilots with enterprise and government clients

Who We’re looking for

Market-ready AI Startups Looking to Scale, Exponentially

Vertical focus

Smart Cities
Fintech
Cybersecurity
Sovereign AI
Deep Tech

Maturity stage

Post-prototype
Seeking to open new markets
Demonstrated sales
Ready to scale commercially

Business Sectors

B2B or B2G focus

Benefits for Startups

The Support to Build at Scale

Backed

VC Fund

G42 Operating Companies

Ecosystem Advantage

19+
Countries

Global Access

Support

Infrastructure and Compute

Partners

Aligned with Partners Who Move Markets

Supporting Partners

Ecosystem Partners

Derq

Origin: UAE, USA

Description: AI-powered traffic systems that help cities prevent crashes and improve road safety.

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Resync

Origin: Singapore

Description: Smart energy solutions optimizing HVAC and sustainability for buildings in Asia and the Middle East.

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AlphaGeo

Origin: Singapore

Description: Climate risk analytics and tools to support adaptation and resilience investments.

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zypl.ai

Origin: UAE, Tajikistan

Description: Enterprise AI for banks to improve fraud detection, reduce defaults, and handle rare scenarios using synthetic data.

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AJARI TECHNOLOGIES

Origin: Indonesia, Singapore

Description: AI-driven adaptive learning solutions for schools, businesses, and governments.

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WAVERITY

Origin: Azerbaijan

Description: Enhances seismic data analysis using AI to accelerate decisions in energy exploration.

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Vulcan – Security for GenAI

Origin: UAE

Description: Provides GenAI safety, security, and compliance tools for tech and government sectors.

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NodeShift

Origin: UAE, USA

Description: AI-powered traffic systems that help cities prevent crashes and improve road safety.

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Maiden Century

Origin: USA

Description: Data science platform helping investors turn data into actionable investment insights.

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Cob

Origin: UAE, USA

Description: AI-powered business intelligence to boost customer engagement and optimize products.

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FAQs

Program Details and Structure

What happens at Presight AI Startup Accelerator?

The program helps scale post-prototype startups to our network and markets with opportunities for venture capital funding. Startups also gain access to HPC, AI tools, tailored mentorship, and connections within the G42 and UAE ecosystem and Presight’s global markets.

Where does the accelerator program take place?

The program is held in Abu Dhabi, UAE with a hybrid model. The engagement will be customised as per startups KPIs for the program.

What is the time commitment for the Presight AI Startup Accelerator?

The commitment is flexible—typically a few hours per week if you participate in all recommended activities. Founders can prioritize activities that maximize their startup’s success.

What are the dates for the next batch?

Applications for Cohort II are now open, with submissions closing on 15th February 2026.

I’m actively fundraising now, but the next batch doesn’t start for a while. What should I do?

Apply now and indicate in your application that you’re actively fundraising. If accepted, we initiate the investment process immediately rather than waiting for the next batch to begin.

Funding and Investment

How can we secure funding for our startup?

Upon completing the program, you will have the opportunity to pitch for venture capital funding.

What financial support does the program provide?

Presight will provide access to its global customers, large enterprises, as well as government entities. In addition to Presight, participants will also have access to the broader G42 ecosystem. To align interests between both parties, Presight will provide a $50k in-kind SAFE note to every company joining the program, with no discount and no valuation cap, subject to the condition that at least one joint contract between the G42 companies and Presight and the startup is executed within twelve months from the start of the program.

Application and Eligibility

What stage should our startup be at when applying?

We encourage applications from startups that have moved beyond the prototype stage and have generated some sales. Your startup should be in DeepTech & AI, and ideally, sector-agnostic. We welcome applications from a range of industries, including Finance, Energy, Smart Cities, and Public Services.

We’ve already raised funding. Can we still apply?

Yes

Do you only fund software-based startups?

No. We consider startups in any field that leverage AI within Presight’s focus areas. Our past investments include AI-driven solutions in Energy, Fintech, and Smart Cities.

If we participated in another accelerator, can we still join Presight AI Accelerator?

Yes. However, if you’ve previously completed another accelerator program, we may expect a higher level of progress.

Does Presight provide feedback on application results?

We do not provide feedback unless you are invited for an interview.

Legal and Operational Considerations

Do we need to be incorporated in the UAE before applying?

No, there is no requirement to domicile or establish a legal entity in the UAE during the program. Our goal is to keep the process flexible and founder-friendly for global startups.

We are not based in the UAE. Do we need to take any legal steps before applying?

No.

I’m living and working in the UAE on a visa. Can I participate in the accelerator and stay in the country?

In most cases, yes. There are multiple visa options available depending on your circumstances. If accepted, we can refer you to our support team for guidance.

Presight has already funded a company working on a similar idea. Will that affect our chances of acceptance?

No. Unlike many investors, we do not see this as a limitation. Even if we try to avoid accepting direct competitors, startup products evolve significantly over time. If two accelerator startups are working in related areas, we ensure confidentiality and do not share information between them.

Launching the Next Generation of AI Leaders

Program Overview

A Six-Month Launchpad for Ambitious AI Founders

Program Details

Selection Process and Program Journey

Application Process

Program Stages

Who We’re looking for

Market-ready AI Startups Looking to Scale, Exponentially

Benefits for Startups

The Support to Build at Scale

Backed

G42 Operating Companies

19+
Countries

Support

Partners

Aligned with Partners Who Move Markets

Supporting Partners

Ecosystem Partners

Apply Now

Join the Upcoming Cohort II

Cohort I Graduates

Setting the Benchmark

FAQs

Program Details and Structure

Funding and Investment

Application and Eligibility

Legal and Operational Considerations

Apply Now

Join the Upcoming Cohort II

Education Sector Application

Transforming Education at National Scale

Launching the Next Generation of AI Leaders

Program Overview

A Six-Month Launchpad for Ambitious AI Founders

Contact Us

Program Details

Selection Process and Program Journey

Application Process

Program Stages

Who We’re looking for

Market-ready AI Startups Looking to Scale, Exponentially

Benefits for Startups

The Support to Build at Scale

Backed

G42 Operating Companies

19+ Countries

Support

Partners

Aligned with Partners Who Move Markets

Supporting Partners

Ecosystem Partners

Apply Now

Join the Upcoming Cohort II

Cohort I Graduates

Setting the Benchmark

FAQs

Program Details and Structure

Funding and Investment

Application and Eligibility

Legal and Operational Considerations

Apply Now

Join the Upcoming Cohort II

Education Sector Application

Transforming Education at National Scale

19+
Countries