Presight, a leading global big data analytics company powered by AI, has formed a strategic partnership with Microsoft to bolster its AI-Start-up Accelerator program. This initiative, based in the UAE, aims to provide promising AI start-ups with the resources and opportunities they need to thrive in a competitive market.
As part of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Microsoft will contribute its expertise in mentoring, technical enablement, and market acceleration through its Microsoft Founders Hub. This collaboration will equip start-ups with high-performance computing, access to cloud services, and exposure to cutting-edge AI models, including Large Language Models (LLMs) and generative AI-powered analytics.
The program is designed to offer selected start-ups a commercial advantage and expand their network within the UAE, the G42 ecosystem, and Presight’s global markets. Participants will also have access to venture funding opportunities.
“Microsoft and Presight share the same passion for innovation in AI and nurturing the next wave of AI pioneers,” said Thomas Pramotedham, CEO of Presight. “Our collaboration through the Presight AI-Start-up Accelerator underscores our mutual dedication to empowering start-ups with the tools, expertise, and opportunities they need to thrive. Together, we will foster a vibrant ecosystem where groundbreaking AI can flourish.”
Naim Yazbeck, General Manager of Microsoft UAE, added, “We are excited to collaborate with Presight to support AI start-ups in their journey to success. The Microsoft Founders Hub is committed to providing technical resources, mentorship, and go-to-market enablement, ensuring start-ups have the infrastructure to innovate and scale. Together with Presight, we will help drive AI adoption and create transformative solutions that benefit industries worldwide.”
Launched during GITEX Global last year, the Presight AI-Start-up Accelerator targets start-ups with a prototype ready for market testing. The curriculum helps these start-ups refine their AI-powered products, optimize marketing strategies, and integrate with Presight’s product pipeline. This offers unique cross-selling, networking, and promotional advantages. Upon graduation, start-ups will be market-ready, having found their product-market fit, demonstrated customer value, and established sustainable business models.
This collaboration builds upon Microsoft’s $1.5 billion investment in G42 to accelerate AI innovation. Presight already works closely with Microsoft on several joint projects as part of the G42 ecosystem. Applications to join the Presight AI-Start-up Accelerator close on April 10, 2025.
For further information and to apply, please visit www.presight.ai/accelerator.
