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Identifying and scaling AI startups for SDGs

Open to any startup leveraging AI, machine learning (ML), and advanced algorithms to further
the UN SDGs, the platform connects finalists with renowned AI experts, VCs, accelerators, and
thought leaders to help scale their solutions globally.

Since the launch of the Innovation Factory in 2020, the AI for Good platform has attracted over
1,000 applications from startups across more than 150 countries, aiming to participate in various
AI for Good Innovation Factory events. Over 200 startups, selected by a panel of judges, have
been featured in live pitching competitions. The Innovation Factory has had finalists from 34
countries, including 49 startups from North America, 3 from South America, 17 from Africa, 22
from Asia, and 59 from Europe.

Figure 1: Visual representation of finalist startups per region

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