FrONTeCh
The frontier technologies accelerator of CDP National Accelerators Network
- WeB 3.0
- MeTAVeRsE
- GeNErATIvE aI
Do you have a startup and are you venturing into AI, web3, metaverse or other frontier technologies? If your project needs the right acceleration to enter a new era, discover the Frontech program.
March 1st 2025
Why FrONTeCh
A competitive and transitional scenario
More than 2000 new startups each year in the field of frontier technologies.
Source: Agenda Digitale
A figure that demonstrates the widespread use and thus success of these technologies, increasing market opportunities.
Source: Retainr
The compound annual growth rate. The three reference markets have a combined value of €78B.
Sources: Statista, GlobeNewswire, Crunchbase Acumen Research, Gartner
Frontier technologies, such as AI or Metaverse, can bring enormous competitive advantages in various fields and are crucial for innovation as well as pushing digital transformation forward.
In a complex and fast-changing scenario, the CDP national network launches Frontech, the accelerator to foster the growth of startups with key projects for the ethical development of future technologies. With what objective?
- To nurture the community on the ground
- Facilitate startups in building their technological and commercial structure
- Speed up the industrial adoption of web3, metaverse and AI
- Facilitating corporate access to new technologies, via POC
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The Accelerator Program
equity investment from 6% to 10% for each startup. At the end of the programme, the best startups are eligible for follow-on investment.
6 months acceleration
1 dedicated mentor for each startup
1 community of geeks to share ideas
1 hybrid online/offline program
Guided POC to connect directly with companies
1 hybrid online/offline program
1 dedicated hub in Cagliari
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A technology hub for the whole of Europe
The 12-week intensive programme will be implemented in phygital mode from Sardinia, in Cagliari, where talents will be able to express themselves to the fullest thanks to a ‘greenfield’ to experiment with frontier technologies.
Why Sardinia?
- First region in Italy for early stage investments
- Training centres of excellence for the growth of talent
- World-recognised Blue Zone
- Fast-growing number of established startups
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Promoters
Technical Partner
Corporate Partner
sTart Up
Batch 1
Piattaforma di industrial IoT che permette la raccolta, la gestione e l’analisi dei dati industriali in maniera semplice e versatile
AI platform that automates the creation of personalized content for digital magazines and e-commerce articles, helping companies optimize inbound marketing, increase organic traffic, and improve customer engagement through scalable, SEO-optimized content.
Piattaforma di industrial IoT che permette la raccolta, la gestione e l’analisi dei dati industriali in maniera semplice e versatile
Legal tech company providing solutions for the digitalization of legal processes for law firms and businesses. Its flagship product, LexHero, is an AI-powered software that automates the drafting, negotiation, and signing of legal documents, simplifying the contract lifecycle.
Piattaforma di industrial IoT che permette la raccolta, la gestione e l’analisi dei dati industriali in maniera semplice e versatile
Software that revolutionizes operational staff management by automating the entire pre-screening, interview, and onboarding process. Through integration with WhatsApp and Artificial Intelligence, Klaaryo streamlines and accelerates each stage, ensuring efficiency and precision in personnel selection.
A platform that simplifies the use of artificial intelligence, enhancing employee productivity with intuitive tools for creating AI prompts. The customizable and scalable platform is poised for significant growth in the dynamic AI market.
Piattaforma AI che automatizza le interazioni telefoniche, creando assistenti virtuali capaci di estrarre e trasferire informazioni a sistemi come CRM e piattaforme di ticketing. Combinando algoritmi proprietari e tecnologie di IA generativa, offre un'alternativa efficiente ed economica ai call center tradizionali.
AI platform that automates phone interactions, creating virtual assistants capable of extracting and transferring information to systems like CRMs and ticketing platforms. By combining proprietary algorithms and generative AI technologies, it provides an efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional call centers.
Startup che rivoluziona la qualità video in settori come media & entertainment, gaming e video conferencing. Grazie all'uso di pionieristici algoritmi AI, migliora la qualità dei video in real-time riducendo al contempo il consumo di banda e superando di fatto i limiti attuali della trasmissione video.
A startup revolutionizing video quality in industries such as media & entertainment, gaming, and video conferencing. Leveraging cutting-edge AI algorithms, it enhances video quality in real-time while simultaneously reducing bandwidth consumption, effectively surpassing the current limits of video transmission.
Startup che rivoluziona la qualità video in settori come media & entertainment, gaming e video conferencing. Grazie all'uso di pionieristici algoritmi AI, migliora la qualità dei video in real-time riducendo al contempo il consumo di banda e superando di fatto i limiti attuali della trasmissione video.
SOC (Safety On Chain) is an anti-fraud digitalization system for the Safety sector. It transforms training certificates into intelligent digital assets for safer workplaces, streamlines bureaucracy, protects organizational business, and reduces paper waste.
Startup che rivoluziona la qualità video in settori come media & entertainment, gaming e video conferencing. Grazie all'uso di pionieristici algoritmi AI, migliora la qualità dei video in real-time riducendo al contempo il consumo di banda e superando di fatto i limiti attuali della trasmissione video.
A platform aiming to revolutionize how organizations reward and recognize talent. Their mission is to create a transparent and meritocratic incentive system that goes beyond the limitations of traditional equity and welfare, offering a flexible, results-driven solution for talent management.
Head of startup & investment
@ Cariplo Factory
Head of program
@ Frontech
Chief Technology Advisor
@ Cariplo Factory
Technical Director
@ Frontech
Innovation consultant
@ Gellify
Dealflow & Partnership Manager
@ Frontech
Innovation Consultant
@ Gellify Head of Communication
@ Frontech
Senior Partner - Head of Accelerators Fund
@ CDP Venture Capital SGR
Portfolio Manager
@ Cariplo Factory
Portfolio Manager
@ Frontech
Innovation Analyst
@ Cariplo Factory
Program Coordinator
@ Frontech
What we are looking for
To participate
The programme is aimed at B2B early stage startups that develop innovative solutions using the following technologies:
Generative AI
- Automatic multimedia content creation
- Virtual Assistants and Chatbots
- Automatic optimisation of business processes through generative algorithms
- Automation of visual and audio content production, predictive analysis through generative algorithms
- Cybersecurity for AI (NEW 2025!)
Metaverse
- Development of platforms for virtual business collaboration
- Integration of digital environments for training and professional development
- Creation of virtual spaces for corporate meetings and conferences
- Development of solutions for remote work management through the metaverse
- Integration of virtual environments for simulation and testing of products and environments
Web 3.0
- Identity management on blockchain
- Supply chain traceability
- Development of DApps (Decentralised Applications)
- Tokenisation of physical and digital assets
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Selection Process
The application will be reviewed by the Frontech Accelerator team, which will assess all aspects relevant to success during the programme. Mainly: Idea, Team, Project Status and Business Potential.
Great! You have taken the first step! Now wait for feedback, if you make it to the next selection we will ask you for availability for some calls and to go over some documents with you (business plan).
Yes, exactly, the startup must already have a working prototype or MVP to work on during the POC development phase with companies.
To receive the investment and access the programme your startup must be incorporated in Italy. In case you are not yet established this could be the perfect opportunity! In case you have a registered office abroad, this could be the opportunity to open your office in Italy.
Investments
Yes of course, go ahead and suggest Frontech Accelerator to the startups you know!
Yes, of course! The Frontech Accelerator investment is €120K for 5-15% equity.
Day by day
No, you will not need to be full time in Sardinia for the acceleration period. However, you will be required to be present for some activities to be done together. Some trips to the production sites of the investor partners will be necessary during the development of the POC.
The official language of the programme will be English. During 1to1 or other specific activities in case the participants are all Italian, it will be switched to Italian.
Do you want to accelerate your startup and access new opportunities for your frontier project?
Participate in the Frontech programme, apply for your startup by March 1st 2025
For any information write to info@frontechaccelerator.it