Powering the future of robotics in Europe

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The Google DeepMind Accelerator: Robotics is a new three-month program targeting early-stage robotics companies across Europe, with the inaugural cohort of 15 startups now beginning the program. Participants receive access to Google's AI stack including Gemini robotics models, technical expertise from DeepMind and Google teams, and hands-on product guidance aimed at turning research into deployable products. The cohort spans diverse application domains including healthcare, manufacturing, climate solutions, and physical assistance. The program reflects Google DeepMind's stated goal of applying AI to physical-world challenges, not just digital systems. VP of Robotics Carolina Parada and DeepMind directors lead the initiative. For the selected startups, access to DeepMind's robotics models represents a meaningful technical advantage during early development. The program also signals Google DeepMind's intent to expand robotics application development beyond internal research through ecosystem cultivation and partnership. The accelerator is Europe-specific, which likely reflects regulatory alignment with the EU AI Act environment and proximity to DeepMind's London headquarters. The program structure — three months of intensive technical and product support — is designed for pre-commercial stage companies turning complex research into real-world robotic applications.