Next-Level Value for Your Startup Program
Cloud, AI, GPU, Cybersecurity & Global Infra — Powered by Gcore. Stop giving out fragile hyperscaler credits. Offer your founders enterprise-grade IT infrastructure.
Who This Partnership Is For
Accelerators & Incubators
Go beyond standard mentorship & credits
University Innovation Programs
Fostering student & faculty entrepreneurship
Corporate Venture Studios
Innovation labs building & scaling ventures
Government Innovation Hubs
Public programs for startups & digital shift
Why It Matters for You
Differentiate your program
Every accelerator promises mentorship and credits. You'll stand out by giving startups long-term infrastructure they can scale on — not just free coupons that expire.
Attract stronger startups
AI, SaaS, fintech, gaming, healthtech — these founders need GPUs, inference, cybersecurity, and CDN from day one. With you, they'll get it.
Increase founder success rates
Avoid the 'credit cliff' and reduce early-stage failure due to infra/security costs. More sustainable startups = stronger portfolio outcomes.
What You Can Offer Your Startups Through Gcore
AI/ML Infrastructure
GPU-powered training, fine-tuning, and inference of LLMs with NVIDIA partnerships and optimized performance.
Cloud & DevOps
VMs, Kubernetes, Object Storage, CI/CD tools, API & Terraform support for complete development workflows.
Cybersecurity-First
L3–L7 DDoS protection, WAAP for web apps & APIs, private networking with enterprise-grade security.
Global Reach
180+ edge locations with ultra-low latency + 100GB/month free CDN traffic for worldwide deployment.
24/7 Support & Migration
Smooth onboarding from AWS, Azure, GCP or OpenAI APIs with dedicated technical support team.
Program Benefits & Financial Value
Revenue Share Option
Turn infrastructure into income
- Automatic commission on every startup's infrastructure usage through your program. Create sustainable revenue streams while providing value to your portfolio companies.
Infra-for-Equity
Innovative funding model
- Offer Gcore credits in exchange for small equity stakes in portfolio companies. Align infrastructure investment with long-term startup success.
Direct Cost Savings
30-50% vs hyperscalers
- Startups save significantly compared to traditional cloud providers, extending runway and reducing burn rate. More capital available for growth and hiring.
Cloud Academy
Branded training programs
- AI/ML infrastructure design, cybersecurity basics, scaling architectures, cloud cost optimization, and fundraising with tech edge — all co-branded with your program.
How Partnership Works
Get your program up and running with enterprise infrastructure in just days.
01
Apply
Fill out the partnership application on this page. We’ll review your program profile, audience, and goals.
02
Intro Call & Agreement
We jump on a quick call to align on the partnership model, scope, and benefits — then sign the partner agreement.
03
Partnership Announcement
We announce the partnership together (co-branded post + optional PR), so your community clearly understands what’s available.
04
Startup Onboarding
We run a co-branded onboarding session for your startups: product overview, use cases, credits/benefits, and how to start fast with Gcore.
Launch-ready in days — with co-branded onboarding assets and European-based infrastructure for compliance and data locality.
Extended Ecosystem Offer
Workshops for Your Startups (Cloud, AI, Cybersecurity)
Co-branded, practical sessions covering cloud & infrastructure fundamentals, AI/ML deployment and GPU usage, plus cybersecurity best practices for early-stage teams.
Joint Pitch Sessions
Co-hosted pitch events where startups present and get structured feedback from Gcore and invited experts.
Customer-led Proof of Concept Opportunities
We can introduce relevant Gcore customers to explore real PoC launches with startups from your program.
Access to Our Community Events & Investor Pitch Nights
You and your startups can join our meetups and curated investor-focused pitch sessions to expand network and visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Gcore different from hyperscalers for startup programs?
Unlike traditional cloud providers that offer basic credits with expiration dates, Gcore provides comprehensive infrastructure including AI/ML capabilities, cybersecurity, and global CDN. We're European-based (Luxembourg) for regulatory compliance, offer revenue sharing opportunities, and provide dedicated migration support. No vendor lock-in, no credit cliffs.
How does the revenue sharing model work?
You earn commission on every active startup's infrastructure usage through your program. We provide transparent dashboards showing usage metrics and revenue generated. Payment terms are flexible, and you can track ROI through detailed analytics showing startup success rates and infrastructure adoption.
What kind of startups benefit most from this partnership?
AI/ML companies needing GPU compute, SaaS applications requiring global CDN, fintech startups needing cybersecurity, gaming companies requiring edge computing, and healthtech firms with compliance requirements. Essentially any tech startup that needs more than basic cloud storage and compute.
How quickly can we get started?
Initial setup takes 3-5 days including branded portal configuration, credit allocation systems, and dashboard setup. We provide migration support for existing portfolio companies and can run co-branded workshops within the first week. Full ecosystem integration typically completed within 2 weeks.
What support do you provide for our portfolio companies?
24/7 technical support, dedicated migration assistance from AWS/Azure/GCP, architecture consulting, cost optimization guidance, and access to our global partner network including NVIDIA Inception and AI/DeepTech ecosystems. Plus co-branded educational workshops and training materials.
Your accelerator can be the one where startups not only learn — but build
Give them the infrastructure, cybersecurity, and AI power to scale — and strengthen your program's impact at the same time.