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Tech giant Qualcomm is investing long-term in Japan's robotics industry and opening a new research center to accelerate AI-powered robotics. The move could transform how robots help with everything from manufacturing to everyday tasks.
From over 1,200 applications across 45 African countries, Qualcomm has chosen 10 startups for mentorship that could transform their industries. The program offers technical training, intellectual property support, and the expertise needed to scale solutions across agriculture, clean energy, and healthcare.
Ten startups from across Africa just earned spots in Qualcomm's prestigious mentorship program, beating out over 1,200 applicants with solutions ranging from smart EV charging to assistive robotics. Each team gets $5,000, AI development tools, and expert guidance to bring their tech innovations to life.
Ten African startups from nine countries just won spots in Qualcomm's 2026 mentorship program, beating out over 1,200 applicants. They're tackling everything from smart farming to assistive robotics with cutting-edge hardware and AI.
Ten African startups from a pool of 1,200 applicants just secured spots in Qualcomm's 2026 mentorship program, gaining access to advanced technology, funding, and seven months of expert training. These innovators are tackling everything from food waste to disability access across the continent.
Ten African startups tackling everything from AI-powered fish farming to smart EV charging just won spots in Qualcomm's prestigious mentorship program. The tech giant selected them from over 1,200 applications across 45 countries to receive funding, training, and cutting-edge AI tools.
A Namibian company building AI-powered electric vehicle chargers just earned a place among Africa's top 10 most promising tech startups. Amperra Charging Company beat out 1,200 other applicants to join Qualcomm's prestigious mentorship program.
A Kenyan company creating robotic devices to help people with disabilities live more independently just won a spot in a prestigious tech program. ZeroBionic beat out over 1,200 applicants from 45 African countries for expert mentorship and funding.
Ten African tech startups from nine countries just won spots in Qualcomm's 2026 mentorship program, complete with $5,000 stipends and cutting-edge AI training. These innovators are building everything from solar-powered fish feeders to Braille keyboards, proving Africa's deep-tech ecosystem is booming.
Qualcomm just committed $150 million to fuel India's next generation of AI innovators. The chip giant is backing startups building everything from smart cars to intelligent robots.
Qualcomm just unveiled a breakthrough 2nm semiconductor design created by its engineering team in India, marking the country as a major player in global chip innovation. After two decades of investment, India now hosts Qualcomm's largest workforce outside the United States.
Qualcomm is inviting African tech startups to join its Make in Africa program, offering expert mentorship, engineering support, and intellectual property guidance at no cost and with no equity required. Applications close February 16 for a program running April through December.