Plug and Play Seattle selects 11 startups for latest cohort
Plug and Play’s Seattle accelerator has chosen 11 startups for its fourth cohort, including a Tokyo-based wireless power developer exploring U.S. expansion. The rest are local, spanning sectors from space robotics to biotech. Aeterlink is the sole international participant in an exploratory track.
Sources: msn.com
“The inclusion of a Japanese startup in an exploratory track signals growing interest in cross-border accelerator programs, even as most participants remain local.”
What it means
Accelerators often prioritize regional startups, but Plug and Play’s move to test an international track could reflect broader efforts to attract global talent. Whether this becomes a recurring feature—or scales—will depend on the success of Aeterlink’s expansion. Other programs may watch closely if the model proves viable.
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