Innovations

• Samsung has launched its 2026 startup acceleration program in India, inviting applications from deep-tech startups to collaborate within its global mobile ecosystem. • The program provides up to $50,000 in grant funding with no equity stake required for Proof-of-Concept (PoC) development, allowing startups to validate and scale innovations. • Building on the success of the initiative launched in 2023, the program aims to bridge the gap between emerging Indian startups and Samsung's established mobile technology infrastructure.

• NVIDIA GTC 2026, the premier global AI conference, runs March 16-19 in downtown San Jose, focusing on physical AI, AI factories, agentic AI, and inference breakthroughs shaping industries. • Conference passes sold out, but free virtual passes are available, with in-person Exhibits Only passes offered at 20% off using code GTC26-20. • Developers, researchers, and business leaders gather to explore the next wave of AI innovation amid rapid advancements.