Bengaluru: NetApp, the enterprise data storage provider, has announced the launch of Cohort 14 of its flagship startup accelerator programme – NetApp Excellerator. Cohort 14 reflects the growing influence of AI in business, featuring five high-potential startups—from pre-seed to Series B funded, focused on cutting-edge innovations in AI infrastructure and allied offerings.

The five startups namely Synthefy, Filo Systems, Sentra, TrueFoundry, and Genloop.ai form cohort 14. Their selection was based on their works across areas, including customisable LLMs, cloud security, multi-modal generative AI models, and more.

Interestingly, these participating startups from Isreal, USA and India bring a range of innovative solutions that support the growth of AI infrastructure.

Synthefy develops advanced algorithms, neural networks, and deep learning models, including the world’s first foundation model for multi-modal time series data.

Filo Systems’ offerings are designed to optimise storage and bandwidth usage, while Genloop.ai enables rapid deployment of LLMs, transforming proprietary data into tailored AI solutions.

“We’re excited to welcome and partner with startups that are building transformative solutions using advanced technologies. The maturity stage and the focus area of each of the participating startups reflect our ongoing commitment to innovation with AI,” said Vasanthi Ramesh, MD – NetApp India.

“Through the programme, we offer resources, mentorship, and technological expertise they need to scale. I am looking forward to the collaborative success and witnessing how these AI-focused startups will shape the future of tech on a global stage,” added Ramesh.

Launched in 2017, the NetApp Excellerator programme has evolved to become one of the most sought-after accelerator programmes in the country. Alumni from the programme have collectively raised over $600 million, out of which $25 million was raised in the last three months alone – serving as a testament to the programme’s success.

“We see this programme as an incredible opportunity to combine forces, deepen our technology, provide better solutions to our customers, and help global organisations safeguard what matters the most: their data. And we are excited that we are partnering with a leader in the space that shares our vision!” said Yoav Regev, CEO, Sentra.