LLM-BRIDGE Open Call for GenAI Startups: Acceleration Programme 2027

Open Call for GenAI Startups: Apply to Participate in the Acceleration Programme 2027

The LLM-BRIDGE Consortium is excited to launch the 1st Open Call for the Acceleration Programme! We invite market-ready companies developing Generative AI (GenAI) and Language Technology solutions to apply for this 14-week initiative, designed to propel high-potential European scale-ups toward investment readiness and market expansion.

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Overview

The LLM-BRIDGE Acceleration Programme is a services-based initiative at the heart of Work Package 4 (WP4) of the LLM-BRIDGE project, co-funded under the EU Digital Europe Programme (Grant Agreement 101226136). Led by 28DIGITAL in collaboration with ALT-EDIC, ADRA, and other LLM-BRIDGE consortium partners, this programme offers expert advisory services, technical infrastructure access, and strategic support, at no cost to participants.

This call targets companies at TRL 8–9, meaning your technology is proven in operational conditions, your product is commercially active, and your company is preparing to scale toward Series A funding.

16 companies will be selected to participate in the programme.

Who Can Apply?

Eligibility Criteria:

• Market-ready companies developing GenAI or Language Technology solutions.

• TRL 8–9: Technology is proven in operational conditions, and the product is commercially active.

• Scaling toward Series A funding.

• Established in an EU Member State or a Digital Europe Programme Associated Country.

For full eligibility requirements, refer to the official Open Call document.

What support will startups receive in the Acceleration Programme?

By joining the LLM-BRIDGE Acceleration Programme, your company will receive:

🔹 Business Optimisation: Tailored advisory to refine your scaling strategy.

🔹 Technical Acceleration: Access to European HPC infrastructure to enhance your GenAI solutions.

🔹 Regulatory Compliance Support: Guidance on EU AI regulations, data protection, and ethical AI practices.

🔹 Investor Readiness: Preparation for Series A funding and beyond.

🔹 Networking Opportunities: Connections to investors, research institutions, and industrial partners across Europe.

When and Where Will the Acceleration Programme take place?

Programme delivery is fully online (group webinars, online workshops, and individual mentoring sessions). It is mandatory for at least one founding team member to be available and commit meaningful time to the programme activities during the 14-week delivery period.

In-person attendance is required only for the Investor Roundtable Summit (tentatively Wolves Summit, April 2027).

Timeline

How to Apply?

The 1st Open Call for the Acceleration Programme is now open! The selection process ensures transparency, impartiality, and compliance with the EU Digital Europe Programme principles.

Download the Official Open Call Document

Fill in the Application Form

Questions?

The LLM-BRIDGE Consortium will host an Infoday Webinar on 16 October 2026 from 14:00 to 15:00 (CET) to answer applicant questions. The recording, slides, and FAQ document will be available below after the event.

Register to the Infoday!

For inquiries, please contact:

📧 contact@llm-bridge.eu

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