CrowdStrike, AWS, and Nvidia Announce Global Accelerator

CrowdStrike Announces Its Third Annual Cybersecurity Accelerator

CrowdStrike (NASDAQ:CRWD) announced the launch of its third annual Cybersecurity Accelerator in collaboration with Amazon Web Services and Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA). Applications will be accepted until November 15, and the eight-week program will run from January 5 to March 3. This year, the program will accept entrepreneurs from around the world, differing from previous years.

Since the establishment of the accelerator, 59 companies have completed the program, and these graduates have raised a total of over $730 million in funding after graduation. Additionally, some participants have made successful exits through acquisitions.

CrowdStrike announced in August that it plans to acquire Onum, a real-time telemetry infrastructure startup, which is one of the program’s graduates. On the other hand, Remedio, an automated remediation platform that is considered a winner for the 2023-2024 period, has secured funding during its growth phase. Furthermore, Terra Security, a continuous web application testing initiative that topped the 2024-2025 cohort, has obtained capital following the accelerator.

CrowdStrike Business Development Director Daniel Bernard stated, "Our Cybersecurity Accelerator is a home for founders who want to change the game. We are helping to redefine security in the cloud environment and artificial intelligence."

The selected startups will have the opportunity to work directly with leaders from CrowdStrike, AWS, and Nvidia for two months. Participants will have the chance to connect with security investors and technical experts to develop their products and business strategies. Additionally, they will receive go-to-market support through the ecosystems and markets of these partner companies.

The program will conclude with a Demo Day on March 24 at the AWS Startup Loft in San Francisco, coinciding with the RSA Conference. Companies with strong presentations will also have the opportunity to receive investment from the CrowdStrike Falcon Fund.

AWS Marketplace Technology Partnerships General Manager Chris Grusz commented, "Startups are driving innovation in the cybersecurity field. Together with CrowdStrike and Nvidia, we are enabling founders to leverage the scalability of AWS and the expertise of our partners." It was also reported that Nvidia is focused on its artificial intelligence capabilities. Nvidia Senior Director Bartley Richardson stated, "Through the accelerator program, we enable founders to unlock the full potential of advanced computing and intelligent systems."

CrowdStrike stated that Nvidia provides free access to its Inception program, which includes benefits such as credits for the Nvidia Deep Learning Institute, discounted prices on certain hardware and software, and time to consult with technical experts. Founders can submit their applications through the program's website until November 15.