CrowdStrike, AWS, NVIDIA Pick Startups for 2025 Cyber Accelerator

CrowdStrike, in partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and the NVIDIA Inception program, announced the selection of 36 startups for the second annual AWS and CrowdStrike Cybersecurity Startup Accelerator. The program, aimed at startups in the United States., Israel, and the European Union, will provide mentorship, technical support, and go-to-market strategies to drive innovation in AI-based cybersecurity and cloud computing.

"CrowdStrike revolutionized cybersecurity by bringing AI to the cloud, and now we are extending that innovation by empowering the next generation of startups in cybersecurity and cloud computing," says Daniel Bernard, Chief Business Officer, CrowdStrike.

Cyberthreats are constantly evolving and require innovative solutions that integrate AI and advanced analytics in the cloud. AWS, CrowdStrike, and NVIDIA have consolidated their positions in these sectors, offering technology infrastructure and cybersecurity expertise. Selected startups will receive access to advanced technologies, as well as mentorship in developing disruptive solutions to address emerging cybersecurity challenges.

The program will last eight weeks and will provide startups with access to leading cybersecurity investors, specialized sessions, and financial support. The initiative will culminate with a Demo Day at the RSA Conference 2025 in San Francisco, where a panel of experts will select a winning startup for the innovation award. The winning company could receive investment from the CrowdStrike Falcon Fund, a strategic funding vehicle for new cybersecurity solutions.

The selected startups include Agency, Alto Intelligence, Andromeda Security, Arcanna.ai, Backline AI, and Blackwell Security. While specific details about each have not been disclosed, their projects are expected to address critical challenges such as early threat detection, security response automation, and cloud infrastructure optimization.

AWS will also provide expertise in secure infrastructure and generative AI services, while NVIDIA Inception will provide technical support and AI-based acceleration resources. CrowdStrike will provide cybersecurity expertise, strengthening the development of advanced cybersecurity solutions.