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On Microsoft for startups, we are dedicated to empowering the next generation of AI startups. We understand significant capital and resources Required for AI development. It is why we have in collaboration with Village Global offer up to $350,000 in Azure Credits to startups taking part in in their Speed program. These credits provide access to Azure the most modern AI infrastructure, including industry-leading GPU virtual machine clusters, makes it possible Speed startups to train and fine-tune models at scale. Microsoft’s Azure AI infrastructure is purpose-built to support startups aiming to scale the most sophisticated AI workloads. From providing large and complex AI models like GPT-4O and ChatGPT through the Azure OpenAI Service providing AI-accelerated offerings with network GPUs, startups can influence high performance features to accelerate their models into production. With Model-as-a-Service we now have the most comprehensive set of models in the industry including Llama 3 from Meta and premium models from Cohere, Mistral and Jais.
Global Village Yippee an early-stage VC firm chaired by Reid Hoffman and backed by some of them the world’s most successful entrepreneurs like Diane Greene and Bill Gates. They lead seed and seed rounds of investments across sectors worldwide. In addition to capital, Village Global offers Velocity founders access to peer-to-peer accountability groups, live founder events, and the extensive Village network. 
Get your AI startup off the ground with Village Global Velocity
Velocity is an exclusive program to help early-stage AI founders with capital, computing and moreVillage networksolve the world’s biggest problems. The program offers an investment of up to USD 1 million to help startups reach their next milestone. But the support does not end there. When it comes time for follow-on funding, Village Global will work closely with startups to refine their pitches and match them with the right investors.
A global, fully remote program
The Velocity program is fully remote, making it accessible to AI founders anywhere in the world. This global approach ensures that exceptional founders can gain connections to Silicon Valley even if they live elsewhere.
Building connections and learning from the best
One of the key strengths of the Velocity program is the opportunities it provides for participating startups to connect with other members and the larger Village Global network. Through cutting-edge events, startups can build meaningful relationships and share insights with peers facing similar challenges.
Participants can join curated Mastermind groups and meet other AI founders on a similar internship, creating a supportive and collaborative environment. They also have the opportunity to attend the annual Villagers Retreat, where they can learn from founders who are a few steps ahead on their journey. In addition, Village Masterclasses offer valuable insights from subject matter experts and help start-ups refine their strategies and scale their businesses effectively.
Harnessing the power of the Global Network village
The Velocity program gives AI founders unique access to the Village Global network. This network can open doors to potential customers, design partners, new hires and AI experts. By leveraging this vast network, startups can accelerate their growth and achieve their goals more efficiently.
Sign up now to join the Velocity program
Applications for the Velocity program are now open and AI founders from around the world are encouraged to apply. This is an exceptional opportunity to receive significant financial investment, gain access to world-class AI infrastructure, and join a vibrant community of like-minded founders.
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Of which you will miss your chance to be part of the program It is dedicated to promoting positive change and shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Apply now and take your startup to the next level with support from Microsoft for Startups and Village Global.