CrowdStrike has launched the third annual Cybersecurity Startup Accelerator with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and NVIDIA, expanding the program worldwide through NVIDIA’s Inception initiative.
The accelerator supports early-stage companies developing AI-driven cloud security solutions through mentorship, technical guidance, funding, and go-to-market support.
Applications are open until 15 November, with the eight-week program running from 5 January to 3 March 2026.
It will conclude with a Demo Day at the AWS Startup Loft in San Francisco on 24 March 2026, during the RSA Conference.
Outstanding participants may be considered for investment from the CrowdStrike Falcon Fund.
Since its launch, the accelerator has supported 59 startups that collectively raised more than US$730 million and achieved several acquisitions.
Alumni include Onum, acquired by CrowdStrike; Remedio (formerly GYTPOL), winner of the 2023–2024 cohort; and Terra Security, winner of the 2024–2025 cohort, both of which secured additional funding after the program.
“Our Cybersecurity Startup Accelerator has quickly become the home for founders who are eager to change the game, redefining how security and AI come together in the cloud.
Together with AWS and NVIDIA, we’re building a global ecosystem of innovators driving the future of cybersecurity. The impact of our past cohorts shows how much can be achieved when the world’s leading technology companies and bold entrepreneurs unite to secure tomorrow.”
said Daniel Bernard, Chief Business Officer, CrowdStrike.
NVIDIA noted that AI is now central to cybersecurity innovation, and startups need access to advanced infrastructure and expertise to scale effectively.
The accelerator will help founders leverage accelerated computing and agentic systems to meet evolving enterprise security needs.
“Startups are driving innovation across every layer of the cybersecurity stack.
Together with CrowdStrike and NVIDIA, we’re helping founders use the scalability of AWS and the expertise of our partners to accelerate their growth and bring new cloud and AI security solutions to market faster.”
said Chris Grusz, Managing Director of Technology Partnerships, AWS Marketplace.
Startups can apply on CrowdStrike’s website. Participation runs through NVIDIA’s Inception program, which provides Deep Learning Institute credits, preferred pricing on select hardware and software, and expert technical guidance to support product development and scaling.
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