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GENIUS NY Accelerator Competition

Syracuse-based accelerator competition providing investment funding, office space, mentorship, and programming for uncrewed systems, IoT, and robotics startups.

About this program

GENIUS NY is operated by CenterState CEO and funded by Empire State Development. The accelerator is based in downtown Syracuse and supports startups in uncrewed systems, IoT, robotics, and related technologies with investment funding, free office space, mentorship, programming, and connections to the Central New York innovation ecosystem.

Eligibility

Startup companies focused on uncrewed systems, robotics, IoT, or related technology sectors that are prepared to participate in the Syracuse-based accelerator and meet program application requirements.

Requirements

  • Apply through the GENIUS NY competition process
  • Operate in an eligible technology focus area such as uncrewed systems, robotics, IoT, or related sectors
  • Participate in accelerator programming and meet investment, relocation, milestone, and reporting requirements if selected