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Google's AI Futures Fund Backs Startups Including Viggle and Toonsutra with Gemini and Veo Access

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Google has launched the AI Futures Fund, a new initiative aimed at investing in startups that are developing with the latest AI tools from Google DeepMind. The fund will support startups from seed to late stage, offering them early access to Google AI models, collaboration with experts from DeepMind and Google Labs, and Google Cloud credits. Some startups may also receive direct investment from Google.
The AI Futures Fund has already supported startups like Viggle, a meme-making platform, Toonsutra, a webtoon app, Replit, Fal, and Synthesia. Applications for the fund opened on May 12, 2025, and it will also provide early access to models like Gemini and Veo. Google's commitment to fostering AI innovation is further evidenced by recent initiatives such as a $20 million cash commitment from Google.org to AI researchers and scientists, and a $120 million Global AI Opportunity fund announced by CEO Sundar Pichai to expand AI education and training globally.

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Bilawal Sidhu
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Google's AI Futures Fund is live. They're already backing players like like Replit, Fal, Viggle, and Synthesia. If you're building with models like Gemini and Veo this is your moment. Early access to models + support + funding. Hit up my homie @asoroken and tell him I sent you 🤝

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👩‍💻 Paige Bailey
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🙌 If you are building with the Gemini APIs, please consider applying to join the @GoogleLabs AI Futures Fund! I've been working with this ✨stellar✨ team for the last many months, and have been incredibly impressed with its first startup cohort. Learn more in the link below👇

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$GOOGL LAUNCHES AI FUTURES FUND: The new initiative will invest in startups using DeepMind’s AI tools—from seed to late stage. Perks include early access to models, Google Cloud credits, and expert support. Apps open May 12. Past participants include Viggle and Toonsutra.

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Introducing the AI Futures Fund, a new program where startups can work with us to build the future of AI technology. From early access to @GoogleDeepMind models to Cloud credits, we’ll help get your startup to the next level. Learn more and apply ⬇️

Josh Woodward
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If you're an ambitious AI startup, want early access to the latest models, and want to build alongside us at @GoogleLabs @GoogleDeepMind, check this out!

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    👩‍💻 Paige Bailey
    👩‍💻 Paige BaileyTwitter verified badge
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    🙌 If you are building with the Gemini APIs, please consider applying to join the @GoogleLabs AI Futures Fund! I've been working with this ✨stellar✨ team for the last many months, and have been incredibly impressed with its first startup cohort. Learn more in the link below👇

    Google $GOOGL just announced the launch of its AI Futures Fund "a new initiative that seeks to invest in startups that are building with the latest AI tools from Google DeepMind, the company’s AI R&D lab" - The Verge

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    $GOOGL | Google Introduces AI Futures Fund; To Invest In, Collaborate With Startups

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