AI that actually works in emerging markets. We accelerate startups building transformative technology for underserved communities across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
We've been building AI solutions for emerging markets since 2019. Now we're formalizing that expertise into a dedicated accelerator program.
Our portfolio companies have already raised $800M+ in follow-on funding. We know what works in constrained environments and what doesn't.
Purpose-built for Africa, Asia, and Latin America. We understand local constraints, regulations, and opportunities that Silicon Valley accelerators miss.
From our 2019 "Practical Superpowers" research to today's implementations. We focus on AI applications that create real impact, not just hype.
Over eight years, we've built and accelerated entire innovation ecosystems, supporting startups, investors, researchers, policymakers, and donors across multiple sectors.
Advancing financial inclusion through innovative technology solutions that serve underbanked populations across emerging markets.
Building climate adaptation and resilience solutions that help vulnerable communities adapt to environmental challenges.
Creating employment opportunities through digital platforms that connect people to meaningful work and economic opportunity.
Generating insights and evidence that inform policy decisions and shape the future of technology for development.
Connecting impact-driven capital with innovative startups, facilitating over $800M in follow-on funding.
Collaborating with philanthropic organizations to scale solutions that create lasting social and environmental impact.
Results from eight years of supporting technology for impact
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Our portfolio companies are already using AI to solve real problems. Here's how they're building practical superpowers.
Using AI for analyzing soil test data to help farmers optimize crop yields and make data-driven agricultural decisions.
AI-powered platform that generates attractive product listings from artisans' photographs, helping creators showcase their work professionally.
AI chatbots helping entrepreneurs build their businesses through personalized guidance and educational support across Africa.
AI-powered financial modeling tool helps startups develop comprehensive business plans with automated analysis and recommendations.
Eight years of learning distilled into a proven framework for building AI that works where it matters most.
Building the infrastructure, networks, and enabling environment for innovation to thrive in emerging markets.
From idea to market-ready solution - hands-on support to build sustainable, scalable technology ventures.
Preparing companies for institutional investment with mentorship, networks, and investor readiness support.
Capital deployment to fuel growth and scale, with follow-on support through Series A and beyond.
By 2030, emerging markets have thriving, locally-owned AI sectors that continuously generate solutions for development challenges, supported by robust governance frameworks and equitable access to the benefits of artificial intelligence.
Each startup creates ripple effects - generating talent, inspiring copycats, influencing policy, and building market infrastructure.
Open-source tools, research frameworks, and implementation guides that become public goods for the entire development community.
Building indigenous capacity so emerging markets become AI innovators, not just consumers of Western technology.
We don't just accelerate AI startups - we ensure they create lasting, ethical impact that serves underserved communities responsibly.
Every portfolio company commits to our responsible AI principles: fairness, transparency, accountability, and community benefit. We conduct regular ethics audits and bias assessments.
Communities aren't just users - they're partners. Our startups practice participatory design, ensuring solutions are built with and for the people they serve, not imposed from outside.
We create public goods: open-source tools, datasets, research frameworks, and implementation guides that benefit the entire development AI ecosystem, not just our portfolio.
Beyond funding metrics, we track real development outcomes: income increases, climate resilience, educational access, health improvements. Quarterly impact reports ensure accountability.
We develop indigenous AI talent through mentorship, training programs, and South-South knowledge exchange. Building lasting capacity, not just deploying solutions.
Working with governments and regulators to shape AI governance frameworks that protect citizens while enabling innovation. Evidence-based policy recommendations from the field.
Based across Nigeria, Kenya, Mexico, Colombia, India, Europe, and the US, our team brings deep local expertise and global perspective to AI acceleration.
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