Google Cloud Launches AI Startup Corridor Connecting Southeast Asia to Silicon Valley

Google Cloud has launched an AI startup innovation corridor in Southeast Asia that connects to Silicon Valley. The initiative, which is part of Google's collaboration with various organizations, aims to support startups from seed to series B stage in six countries.

The program, called Google for Startups Accelerator: Southeast Asia, will provide engineering support and go-to-market partnerships with Google Cloud to help AI startups expand their reach to global markets. The initiative was announced at the Google for Startups Sprint event at Google's Asia Pacific headquarters.

Registration has been opened for 25 startups from seed to series B stage from six countries who will participate in the accelerator program for three months starting August 2026 without equity. As part of the program, participants will take part in residencies in California and gain access to Google Cloud AI technologies.