Ever since the Industrial Revolution, startups have played a crucial role in driving innovation, fostering economic growth, and creating employment opportunities. From the early pioneering days of computers to the Digital Revolution, the mobile era, smartphones, data and now the rise of artificial intelligence and machine learning, the world has undergone massive shifts in technology - and startup companies have been at the forefront of this evolving innovations 

The importance of startups cannot be understated. Startups are known for their ability to disrupt existing industries and challenge established norms, bringing fresh ideas, new technologies, and innovative solutions to market, driving progress and pushing boundaries. They often introduce novel business models, products, and services that can revolutionise entire industries. Startups often leverage emerging technologies and drive advancements in a wide array of sectors, and whose breakthroughs can positively impact various aspects of society as a whole. Startups are major contributors to t early research and development, overcoming the limitations of what is possible and driving technological progress.

“The amazing thing about startups is that there are so many different types that can be successful. We see so many things being disrupted and that’s, I think, the beauty and the magic in the innovation world.” – Tzahi (Zack) Weisfeld, Vice President and General Manager of Intel Ignite. 

Since the company’s founding in 1968, one of the pioneers of what would soon become Silicon Valley, Intel has been a constant innovator within the tech industry and its contributions have changed the world at large. From driving advancements in microprocessors to pushing the boundaries of semiconductor manufacturing, Intel's innovations have undoubtedly shaped the landscape of modern computing and the tech industry overall. Launched in 2019 by Intel, Intel Ignite is an internationally renowned acceleration program for early-stage deep tech startups with the mission of being able to fuel a global ecosystem of deep tech innovation. 

“Intel Ignite gave me access to top-notch mentors from Intel and from the industry. They gave me lessons about how to go to market, how to recruit a strong team, and how to approach investors and do fundraising.” – Dr. Ruti Ben-Shlomi, CEO of LightSolver, an Intel Ignite graduate.

By harnessing Intel’s talents and diverse networks including founders, mentors, domain experts and investors, Intel Ignite is able to co-create the future of technology with startups. Since its founding, Intel Ignite has accelerated hundreds of startups that have raised more than $1.5 billion in funds. 

“After graduating from the Intel Ignite program, Intel offered Granulate to take it to the next level and create a joint venture. We did a lot of engineering work together to reach a point where both companies’ technologies are very complementary.” – Asaf Ezra, CEO and co-founder of Granulate, an Intel Ignite graduate. 

As the world evolves, more innovative ideas and solutions are needed to rise and meet the very complicated challenges society faces. Intel Ignite is founded on the principle of continuing to transform the tech industry, finding the most innovative processes and products to drive the future of technology. Intel Ignite brings top disruptors to co-create the technological future.

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