by Betaworks
NYC-based thematic AI accelerator investing up to $500K per company, with each cohort exploring a specific AI frontier.
Visit ProgramThematic AI accelerator with uncapped SAFE
Up to $500K
Uncapped SAFE with 25% discount + 5% common stock
13 weeks
2 cohorts/year
Biannual
United States
United States
2/14/2026
Betaworks AI Camp is a 13-week in-residence accelerator in NYC, where each cohort explores a specific AI theme — recent themes include "Interfaces," "App Layer," and "Agent Systems." Companies receive up to $500K total: $250K from Betaworks Ventures on an uncapped SAFE with 25% discount + 5% common stock, plus up to $250K from syndicate partners.
Small cohorts of ~10 companies work from the Betaworks space in NYC, with weekly workshops, founder roundtables, pitch practice, and investor speed-dating culminating in a Demo Day.
Thematic focus creates deep cohort alignment. Strong NYC tech ecosystem connections.
AI founders whose work aligns with the current cohort theme, who value an NYC-based creative builder environment.
Unique thematic model attracts frontier AI companies. Deep NYC ecosystem and Betaworks' 17+ year track record.
Source: Betaworks
Last verified: February 14, 2026
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