AI Entrepreneurs Lab

Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Computer Science and founder training and competitive venture prizes from EIT AI & Robotics Community, operated by 28DIGITAL

October 21, 2026: Closed on Wednesday, Oct 21

Up to €10,000

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About

A five-day bootcamp helps aspiring AI and robotics founders test customer needs, business models and pitches with experienced entrepreneurs, industry feedback and investor introductions. The programme runs in person in Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam from 9–13 November 2026, with up to 15 participants. Individuals or teams of two may apply with a pre-launch venture concept whose core is AI or robotics. Up to five €10,000 prizes are awarded competitively at Demo Day; selected participants may also receive travel and accommodation support. Apply by 21 October 2026 at the advertised 17:00 CET cutoff with CVs and a short pitch; a full business plan is unnecessary.

Eligibility

Career stage: Master’s · PhD

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Covers: Five-day founder training. Up to five competitive €10,000 Demo Day prizes; participation does not guarantee a prize. Travel/accommodation support may be offered subject to rules and available budget.

Host location: France, Belgium, Netherlands

The in-person bootcamp takes place in Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam. The initiative serves European AI and robotics founders; the public call does not specify a nationality rule.

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Reviewed Oct 2, 2026. Check the funder’s full conditions before applying.

Master’s or PhD students, graduates and early-stage founders with an AI/robotics venture idea. Individuals or teams of at most two may apply; only the primary applicant attends the bootcamp. Bachelor’s graduates may receive exceptional consideration based on fit. Application includes CV(s) and a short pitch.