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2025 is the "year of AI agents"—and the possibilities are endless. Dive into Y Combinator’s curated list of startup ideas shaping the future. #AIInnovation #StartupEcosystem #StartupIdeas
2025 is shaping up to be the "year of AI agents". We've put together a list of startup ideas that we think are especially promising— some draw attention to trends that are already in full swing, and some of them are where we think things are going next. https://lnkd.in/gu4rpsNM
The countdown is on! ⏰ Microsoft Build is just days away, and we’re bringing together professional developers, industry disruptors, and cutting-edge technologists to share ideas and gain skills that accelerate startup growth. As part of next week's action-packed agenda, don't miss this expert panel featuring Annie Pearl and other AI leaders. They'll dive into how to launch and scale with Microsoft Azure and AI Foundry—from securing funding and navigating VC conversations to real-world GTM and deployment strategies. Walk away with the playbook for building, funding, and growing your AI startup. Register now: https://msft.it/6043SkZgL Featured speakers: Brendan Burns | Ross Kennedy | Annie Pearl | Asha Sharma | Yair Adato (BRIA AI) | 🌎 Vitaly Gordon (Faros AI) | Michael Stewart (M12, Microsoft's Venture Fund) #MSBuild #MicrosoftForStartups
This year, the Microsoft for Startups team has been everywhere—London, New York, Bengaluru—engaging directly with founders. ✈️ The biggest lesson? Nothing beats an in-person conversation for understanding what’s working and what isn’t. Heena Purohit shares the 5 critical AI themes startups should watch for at #MicrosoftBuild. From cost control strategies to AI talent challenges, these insights are a must-read. Read here: https://msft.it/6046Snrau #AI #StartupSuccess #MicrosoftForStartups
#MSBuild is less than ONE month away!🚨 Join us as we spotlight AI startups pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with Azure AI—from multimodal data processing to multi-turn agents and large-scale code refactoring. If you’re building with AI, these sessions offer hands-on demos, real-world applications, and deep technical insights. Don’t miss these featured sessions: - AI Startup Spotlight: Unlocking the Power of Multimodal Video and Image Data. Featuring insights from Satya Komala (Coactive AI). Register now: https://msft.it/6047SVxUP - AI Startup Spotlight: Build Your Own Web-Connected AI Agent with Nimble & Azure AI Foundry. Featuring insights from Uriel Knorovich (Nimble ). Register now: https://msft.it/6049SVxUR - AI Startup Spotlight: Evaluating Multi-Turn AI Agents with Azure AI Foundry and Galileo. Featuring insights from Atindriyo Sanyal (Galileo) and Yash Sheth (Galileo). Register now: https://msft.it/6041SVxUT - AI Startup Spotlight: Powering Multi-repo Refactoring and Analysis. Featuring insights from Jonathan Schneider (Moderne). Register now: https://msft.it/6043SVxUV - Accelerating AI Startups: Build, Scale, and Go to Market. Featuring insights from: Brendan Burns (Microsoft), Ross Kennedy (Microsoft), Annie Pearl (Microsoft), Asha Sharma (Microsoft), Yair Adato (BRIA AI), 🌎 Vitaly Gordon (Faros AI), Michael Stewart (M12, Microsoft's Venture Fund) Register now: https://msft.it/6045SVxUX Register for Microsoft Build today: https://lnkd.in/emfbZHYa #Build2025 #AIStartups #MicrosoftforStartups
AI is transforming industries, and startup founders are leading the way. 🌟 This month, we’re spotlighting the people, products, and programs driving that momentum forward with Microsoft. Check out PearX, an accelerator built with Pear VC and backed by Microsoft for Startups, designed to support AI startups with mentorship, technical resources, and go-to-market strategies. Dive into the Innovators Lounge at Microsoft’s Silicon Valley Experience Center, where 18 startups are pushing the boundaries of AI with Azure. At our upcoming flagship event #MSBuild, meet the student-led Imagine Cup finalists—Argus, HairMatch, and Signvrse. Hear from judges Asha Sharma (Microsoft), Khalil Fuller (Pear VC), and Anastasia Georgievskaya (Haut.AI ) on what’s next for AI and learn how you can watch the action live. Join us in celebrating the work of women founders Caroline Span (Welcome Account 🏦), Thea C. Myhrvold (Getbee), and Maryam Fayaz-Torshizi (DeepSearch Labs) as they make waves in AI. Plus, gain insights from Rob Ferguson and Nick Giometti (B Capital ) on RAG and GenAI-native apps and cybersecurity tips in our new podcast series with startup leaders Matthew Chiodi (Cerby), Travis Howerton (RegScale), and Karl Mattson (Endor Labs), alongside Kevin Magee (Microsoft for Startups), FC aka Freakyclown (Cygenta), and Dave Bittner (N2K | CyberWire). Learn how Lucihub is enhancing customer experiences with its AI-driven solutions, and how D-ID is revolutionizing the world of generative media and deep learning. Ready to connect? Don’t miss our #MSBuild sessions or the AI & Azure Africa Roadshow this May! Read the newsletter now.
Lagos. Nairobi. Dakar. Cape Town.📍 This May, we’re bringing the Microsoft for Startups Africa AI + Azure Tour to four of the continent’s leading tech hubs. We’re meeting with founders, funders, and ecosystem leaders who are shaping what’s next for innovation in Africa—with Azure and AI at the center. Learn more: https://msft.it/6042SV1ME #AfricaTech #Azure #AI #MicrosoftforStartups
It’s all been leading up to this. 💫 Watch us live from #MSBuild on May 19 at 8:45 AM PT as we announce the 2025 #ImagineCup World Champion. Argus, HairMatch, and Signvrse are ready to take the stage. Sign up now. ⬇️
It all comes down to this! On May 19 at 8:45 AM PT, the winner of the 2025 #ImagineCup World Championship will be revealed LIVE at #MSBuild! Three incredible student startups—Argus, HairMatch, and Signvrse—are ready to take the global stage. Who will take home the trophy? 🏆 ✅ Mark your calendar 📌 Hit “attend” And don’t miss this moment!
Next-gen robotics. Real-world AI. $10K on the line. 🤖 Join us at the Automate Startup Challenge as 10 robotics and automation startups pitch live to a panel of expert judges. Meet the judges selecting this year’s winner: - Lisa Chai (Interwoven Ventures) - Oliver Mitchell (ff Venture Capital) - Christi DeCuir (NVIDIA for Startups) - Britton Winterrose (Microsoft for Startups) - Sean Simpson (Newlab) In partnership with NVIDIA for Startups and NVIDIA Robotics. 📍 May 13 | 3–5 PM ET | Automate Show | Automate Show Theater, Booth 4832 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gK2fCT9a #MicrosoftforStartups #StartupChallenge #AutomateStartupChallenge #Automate2025
It all comes down to this! On May 19 at 8:45 AM PT, the winner of the 2025 #ImagineCup World Championship will be revealed LIVE at #MSBuild! Three incredible student startups—Argus, HairMatch, and Signvrse—are ready to take the global stage. Who will take home the trophy? 🏆 ✅ Mark your calendar 📌 Hit “attend” And don’t miss this moment!
