The 6-month AI NATION Accelerator program is designed to back incorporated AI startups that already have demonstrable traction. The program is here to remove the friction from your scaling journey, teaming up with you to fine-tune your product and go-to-market engine. The goal is simple and factual: to get your team entirely ready for seed funding, paid pilots and sustainable, real-world revenue.
6 months Accelerator → Starting October 2026 /
Hubs in Berlin & Munich
The accelerator is designed to walk alongside incorporated AI startups that already have momentum and are ready to take the next step. AI NATION works closely with your team to refine your product and establish a practical go-to-market strategy. It is all about removing the friction so you are fully prepared to secure seed funding, land paid pilots and build lasting, real-world revenue.
You are a perfect fit if your startup ticks the following boxes:
The program is fully tailored to each team’s growth goals. Goals are set in the first 30 days and drive the entire 6-month engagement, from product and market strategy to investor preparation and Demo Day.
Duration:
6 months
Funding amount:
Up to €10,000 per team (non-dilutive, no equity taken)
Cohort size:
Might vary, approx. 8 startups per batch and region
Frequency:
2 batches per year
Eligibility:
Incorporated German entity (or in process), AI as core enabling technology, demonstrable traction
Application period:
Jul 13 – Aug 9, 2026
Program start:
Oct 1, 2026
Pitch day:
Sep 1-11, 2026
Welcome week:
Oct 6-8, 2026 (location to be confirmed)
Not sure if your traction fits the criteria, or curious about the best starting point for your startup? Navigating these programs can feel like a lot to untangle. Reach out to Koral to figure out if AI NATION is the right next step for you.
AI NATION is here to help you take the next concrete step. The accelerator provides hands-on support to help you develop your product and go-to-market strategy.