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International Appeal
Startup companies from all around the world are vying for a spot in cohort 5. In fact, this year’s application period drew a record number of submissions, with half coming from outside of the United States. The selection process is underway and we’re looking forward to welcoming 10 teams to the accelerator in April. […]
Time’s Not Up Yet
The ball has dropped, but our countdown is still ticking. The deadline to apply to Luminate’s fifth cohort has been extended through Monday, January 17. Happy New Year! If accelerating your startup’s growth is on your list of resolutions, Luminate can help. Companies accepted into cohort 5 receive an immediate $100,000 investment, plus the […]
4 Reasons to Apply to Luminate
Most of us share the goal of ending the year on a strong note. If you’ve spent 2021 developing an innovation that’s enabled by optics, photonics, or imaging, give yourself a gift by applying to Luminate before the year closes. Here’s a short list of how Luminate can propel your progress well into 2022: […]
Highlights from Luminate Finals 2021
Last month we unveiled the recipients of $2.1 million in follow-on funding at Luminate Finals 2021. Nearly 700 people from around the world registered to watch the virtual event for a look at emerging technologies from our fourth cohort. Miss the event? You can watch the recording here. PreAct Technologies Named Company of the […]
Sneak Peek at Luminate Finals 2021
2 Days Left to Register People from all over the world — 23 countries and counting — are registered to watch the startups of cohort 4 pitch for up to $2 million in follow-on funding later this week. Don’t miss your chance to get a glimpse at the technology of the future. Register for […]
See the Future of Tech at Luminate Finals
One month to go until Luminate Finals 2021 — a chance to see emerging technologies that will change the future of autonomous vehicles, manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and other industries. Register to watch the 10 finalists of Luminate cohort 4 compete for up to $2 million in follow-on funding. We’re proud to partner with The […]
