Develop high-performing Big Data and AI solutions
We’re looking for startups working on innovative ideas that solve major business problems with the use of Big Data and Artificial Intelligence.
Our business partners:
Scale your Big Data or AI startup with StartSmart CEE’s Big Data & AI Acceleration Program
Get the resources and support you need to bring your groundbreaking AI and Big Data solutions to life.
Collaborate with corporate partners who are looking to solve their data challenges.
Work together on developing your proof of concept and polishing your idea. Bring innovative solutions to a partners’ challenges and get their support in scaling your business.
Access the feedback, expertise, know-how, and experience you need to refine, test, and turn your idea into a scalable business.
With over 300+ success stories, our Acceleration Programs are THE place to grow your startup.
Why join our Big Data & Artificial Intelligence Acceleration Program?
Leverage our partner’s unique position and test your solution in a real-life scenario. Gather the feedback you need to improve your product or service.
Get access to insights, data, and resources from an established corporate partner and gain a competitive edge over startups in your industry.
Get regulatory and business advice. Avoid common business mistakes and ensure your big data solution is compliant with data regulations.
When you join our Acceleration Program, we don’t ask for equity – you get to keep 100% ownership over your startup.
The winner of our Demo Day will be invited to our Berlin or London Startup Expansion Week.
Every partnership is an opportunity to turn your partner into your first customer or to take advantage of their network to acquire future clients.
Receive funding for testing and technology development, in partnership with our corporate sponsors. *This grant is available for a limited number of startups meeting the formal requirements.
Meet fellow entrepreneurs, network with potential investors, and access unique, alumni-only events and discounts.
Our Corporate Partners
Polpharma
Polpharma is the leader of the Polish pharmaceutical market and one of the leading drug manufacturers in the Central and Eastern European region. Established in 1935, now is a part of a strong international pharmaceutical group offering modern medicines, substances and innovative solutions to patients and business partners around the world. 400 million packages of medicines leave Polpharma factories every year.
Through the Polpharma Science Foundation, the company funds scientific projects in the fields of pharmaceuticals and medicine and scholarships for young scientists.
PZU
The PZU Group is the largest financial institution in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). The company is trusted by over 22 million customers in five countries. Operating in the areas of insurance, banking, investments, and healthcare, PZU manages nearly PLN 470 billion in assets. Implementing innovations is a crucial aspect of the PZU Ready for Startups program.
The company aims not only to respond to developments in insurtech but also to stay ahead of these trends. PZU is looking for startups operating in various areas, particularly in insurtech, advanced analytics solutions, digitalization, and new customer interactions.
Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery in Poland is a global leader in media and entertainment, serving its audience around the world with a diverse and comprehensive portfolio of content available in cinemas, on television and in streaming services. Apart from TVN channels and platforms, the group’s portfolio includes other iconic brands and products – the HBO bundle of scrambled film channels (HBO, HBO2, HBO3), Cinemax and Cinemax2 as well as thematic channels – Warner TV, Cartoon Network and Cartoonito. Warner Bros. Discovery also owns HBO Max™ – and in June Max – an exceptional streaming service offering the most quality content from global brands such as HBO, DC and Warner Bros. with the best local productions. The local branch of the global group also includes Warner Bros. Poland, which deals with film distribution in the Polish market. All over the world Warner Bros. Discovery reaches audiences in 220 countries, in 50 languages.
For more information about Warner Bros. Discovery please visit: www.wbd.com.
Our Corporate Partners
European Leasing Fund S.A.
European Leasing Fund S.A. (EFL) has been a key player in Poland’s financial sector since 1991, emerging as one of the country’s first leasing companies. As part of the Crédit Agricole Group, one of the world’s largest financial institutions, EFL has consistently supported domestic entrepreneurship.
With decades of experience, EFL has evolved into a dynamic financial institution offering a comprehensive suite of financial solutions, including leasing, loans, long-term rentals, factoring, and other financial services. The company prioritizes innovation and efficiency, collaborating with startups and technology firms such as CUX, PIWIK, Authologic, Asseco DS., Objectivity, and Fast White Cat to drive forward-thinking solutions.
Who should apply?
For our Acceleration Program, we’re looking for startups working on innovative, unique ideas that involve the use of big data and artificial intelligence.
To get accepted, your product or service has to be able to solve one of our partner’s data challenges.
Ideally, you already have market traction and have created at least a functional prototype.
Every successful cooperation ends with a commercialization agreement with one of our partners.
Recruitment is open!
Recruitment for the Spring 2025 edition is now open! Join us and apply now. We’re waiting for your application until May 6th at 11:00 PM. Don’t miss your chance.
Solve Major Problems in Different Industries
Big Data and Artificial Intelligence can be used to help businesses solve their challenges in almost any vertical and industry.
At StartSmart CEE (formerly MIT Enterprise Forum CEE), we work closely with corporations and established businesses that are looking for ways to use AI to overcome their business challenges.
We’re looking for startups that can leverage AI and Big Data in unique, innovative ways.
If you believe your startup can solve one of our partner’s data challenges – apply today to our Big Data and AI Startup Accelerator.
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