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Overview

Who we areWe are the world's largest pre-seed accelerator helping founders from idea to MVP.
Value addWe support founders through an extensive 14-week acceleration program, with a network of 37K+ mentors and 7K+ portfolio companies globally.
Firm typeIncubator, Accelerator
Global HQ

3337 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA, United States

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Application periodicityAll year round
Next deadline to applyN/A

Thesis

Funding requirementsWe accelerate pre-seed technology startups in regional (general) and industry focused (vertical) programs in 100+ countries.
Funding stages1. Idea or Patent2. Prototype3. Early Revenue4. Scaling
Check sizeN/A
Target countries Germany USA UK Bulgaria Brazil Canada
Typical termsWe take 2.5% equity in return of a 14 weeks acceleration program, with the option of investment from the FI Venture Network after graduation.

Team

Mercedes BankstonOther
Mohammad Hossein TavangarGP/MD
I invest in fintech disruptors, early to growth-stage startups at the forefront of blockchain, AI in finance, neobank, payments, and insurtech. Investments hinge on disruptive potential, solid product-market fit, and teams with executable visions for market leadership.

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