AI for Good Innovation Factory
International Telecommunication Union (ITU) / AI for Good Global
Funding amount
up to US$20,000
Next cycle
Annually, culminating at AI for Good Global Summit (July)
Region
Global
Funder type
Federal Government
For
Businesses
Eligible organizations
startup, SME
About this program
The AI for Good Innovation Factory is the United Nations startup pitching and acceleration platform organised by the ITU. It surfaces AI-driven ventures tackling pressing global challenges, connects them with investors, governments, and the tech ecosystem, and culminates each year at the AI for Good Global Summit where standout startups pitch for a $20,000 USD cash prize. The 2026 Summit runs 7–10 July in Geneva.
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