E-commerce giant ebay has teamed up Techstars, a pre-seed investor, to launch a new accelerator programme designed to support startups aiming to use technology to shape the future of digital commerce, the companies said.
The Techstars Future of Ecommerce hybrid accelerator programme will run over 13 weeks, allowing founders the flexibility to participate both in-person in San Francisco and remotely at various points throughout the duration of the programme. As a result, the it is accessible to a diverse range of startups and entrepreneurs, regardless of their stage, circumstances or location.
The programme is focused on startups with the latest innovative technologies including AI, Web3, privacy, security, and infrastructure. According to the official site, participants will receive support to succeed in a rapidly growing e-commerce market including access to mentors, thought leaders, and investors from both Techstars and eBay. The final deadline for applications closed on July 5th with the programme scheduled to begin on October 9th, 2023.
“eBay’s purpose is to connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. We’re excited to collaborate with Techstars to support and empower innovative startups that are leveraging groundbreaking technologies to redefine the e-commerce landscape,” ,” said Beatriz Reyero, Global VP of Corporate Strategy and Investments at eBay.”
“eBay’s expertise as an ecommerce pioneer paired with the programming, capital and connections that Techstars provides will create an unparalleled opportunity for founders,” Collin Wallace, Managing Director at Techstars added.
