Nizhny Novgorod startups invite you to a new accelerator

      September 23, 2025, 15:47 Economy MTS and MTS Web Services announced the launch of an acceleration program for Nizhny Novgorod startups working with generative artificial intelligence and enterprise SaaS solutions. The program will last 12 weeks in an online format and will include two tracks: "AI and intelligent systems" and "Enterprise SaaS and cloud solutions." Participants will be able to attract investments in their projects ranging from 10 to 166 million rubles. Startups that pass the selection will test their developments in a corporate environment, receive feedback from potential clients and investors, and also have the opportunity to launch paid pilots with MTS Web Services and other companies in the MTS group. They will be granted preferential access to the MWS Cloud infrastructure, including GPUs, APIs and monitoring services. In addition, teams will receive consultations from company specialists — from product owners and sales managers to marketers. The selection of participants will take place in several stages: application collection, team selection, intensive work with mentors, and pilot projects. Results will be summed up at a Demo Day in March, where startups will be able to vie for investments and new partnerships. MTS's director in the Nizhny Novgorod region, Andrey Belov, noted that the launch of the IT accelerator will provide an opportunity to identify promising projects and strengthen the company's competencies through new solutions. Applications can be submitted until November 15 on the program's official website. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has a Telegram channel. Subscribe to stay up to date with major events, exclusive materials and timely information. Copyright © 1999–2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is required. This resource may contain 18+ materials.