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Build on Polarise - Startup Program | Polarise
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Startup Program
Build on Polarise.
The European, sovereignty-first AI stack - from infrastructure to cloud. Launch faster,
stay compliant, and scale with NVIDIA-based performance.
Apply for Startup Program
See Program Details
Hosted in EU
GDPR Compliant
Made in Germany
Quality Infrastructure
Data Sovereignty
Full Transparency
Ship EU-Based AI Faster
Get everything you need to build enterprise-ready AI products - with credits, GPUs, and a sovereignty-first cloud infrastructure.
EU data residency & DPA-ready
Built-in compliance with European data protection standards, ensuring your startup meets enterprise requirements from day one.
Start with Free Token Credits
Get access to our AI infrastructure. Start building and testing your prototype.
Up to €25,000 credits (staged)
Progressive credit allocation as your startup grows. We provide resources that match your stage.
Priority Support
Direct access to our engineering team through workshops, clinics, and office hours for hands-on technical guidance.
Why Polarise is Your Best Partner
We're not just a cloud provider - we're your partner in building Europe's next generation of AI companies.
Close ties to NVIDIA Inception program startups
Built by founders, for founders
We speak your language - same challenges, same drive
Direct collaboration to understand real startup needs
Fast, flexible & hands-on support without corporate overhead
Sovereign AI: For Startups That Need It
We created Polarise to help startups build on AI in a compliant and secure way. If any of these apply to you, sovereign AI infrastructure is essential for your growth
Require EU data residency or customer-driven compliance
Plan to fine-tune or train models on your own proprietary data
Work with regulated customers (finance, healthcare, public sector, industrial)
Handle sensitive or regulated data needing strict controls
Need to avoid vendor lock-in and keep full IP ownership of your solution
Must deploy AI in the EU cloud, private environments, on-premises, or at the edge
Is This Program for You?
Find your fit and get started on your journey
Good fit
Not right now
B2B / AI-native startups
SaaS, vertical AI, infra/devtools registered in Europe
No clear customer focus
We primarily support startups with a clear vision.
Enterprise readiness focus
Build with DPA, SSO options, and VPC; value sovereignty-first approach
Too early stage
Hobby projects or no developer on staff
Startups and Scaleups welcome
Proof of market, funded (seed or later)
Non-EU data residency only
Workloads requiring data outside EU without adequate safeguards
About Polarise
Polarise is a European company that provides a sovereign AI stack for startups. We are committed to providing a sustainable and secure infrastructure for our customers.
Sovereignty First
EU data residency, DPA available, privacy by design
Enterprise Ready
Optional SSO/SCIM as you scale
Sustainable
Waste-heat integration; additional green energy sources
Certified & Compliant
Enterprise-grade security and quality standards
ISO/IEC 27002
In preparation for 2026
ISO/IEC 27001
Certified
ISO/IEC 9001
Certified
ISO/IEC 14001
In preparation for 2026
EN 50600
Certified
SOC 2 Type II
In preparation for 2026
ISO/IEC 42001
In preparation for 2026
BREEAM
Code for a sustainable built environment
What You Get as a Startup
Polarise compresses time-to-market, reduces compliance risk, and gives you enterprise-ready rails from day one — so you can spend more time on product, less on plumbing.
Faster launch
Go live in days, not weeks: credits, GPUs, and ready-to-use model APIs get your prototype into users' hands faster.
Enterprise-ready from day one
Build with EU data residency, DPA, and identity options (SSO later) to unlock enterprise pilots sooner.
Sovereignty by design
Region-first infrastructure and governance aligned with European values, rules, and data protection.
Hands-on engineering
Access Polarise AI engineers via workshops, clinics, and office hours; real humans, fast feedback.
Community & dealflow
Join local AI Hubs, meetups, hackathons, and joint customer events to create visibility and pipeline.
Fair for early stage
Tailored, flexible support and pricing. Built by founders, for founders.
How It Works
De-risk the unknowns with a clear path from application to live.
1
Apply online
~2 minutes to complete your application and get started. Tell us about your startup, your stage, and your AI infrastructure needs.
2
Application review
Decision & next steps within a few business days. Our team evaluates your fit and determines the right stage and support level.
3
Intro call
30 minutes with our startup team to discuss your needs, answer questions, and plan your onboarding journey.
4
Stage 1 activation
Onboarding & support plan; target < 7 days to active tenant. Get your credits, access to GPUs, and priority support.
5
Upgrade path
Extend credits, add co-working, roadmap insights, and co-marketing as you progress through your journey.
Fill in the application now
Selected Supporters
What's Inside?
Eligibility and benefits for startups ready to scale
Successful market proof of your AI based product
Ready to scale the business
Funded > 2M euro (Seed or later)
Free GPU hours + AI Cloud credits (up to €25,000)
Joining meetups and hackathons
Hands-on AI with customer meetings at Polarise AI Hubs
Co-working in our AI Factories
Listing on Polarise website
Roadmap insights and early access to new releases
Custom package + equity-based options
Joint Go-to-Market & Co-Selling with Polarise Sales Team
Individual access to our AI Engineer and feature requests
Requirements
Successful market proof of your AI based product
Ready to scale the business
Funded > 2M euro (Seed or later)
Benefits
Free GPU hours + AI Cloud credits (up to €25,000)
Joining meetups and hackathons
Hands-on AI with customer meetings at Polarise AI Hubs
Co-working in our AI Factories
Listing on Polarise website
Roadmap insights and early access to new releases
Custom package + equity-based options
Joint Go-to-Market & Co-Selling with Polarise Sales Team
Individual access to our AI Engineer and feature requests
Upcoming
Local AI Hubs and Labs
Take advantage of our AI Factory locations throughout Germany and Europe for genuine, direct exchange with other startups and benefit from discounted co-working and showroom options directly 'in the heart of the machine'. Sign up now to secure your spot in one of our upcoming AI Hubs!
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about the Build on Polarise Startup Program.
Does it cost anything to join?
No program fee. Credits and resources are staged with fair-use quotas.
Do you take equity?
No in Explorer/Builder. Optional in Scaler if there's a strong mutual fit.
How long does it run?
It's stage-based. You can progress as your product matures; we aim for days to onboarding.
Who owns IP?
You own your product and IP. Polarise provides infrastructure, cloud services, and support.
What happens after credits?
Smooth ramp-down options and early-stage pricing; no vendor lock-in.
Can we migrate existing workloads?
Yes. We support migrations and offer engineering time via clinics/office hours.
Is this only for B2B?
Focus is B2B/enterprise. Select B2C with a B2B path may join.
Ready to Build on Polarise?
Apply now to get access to sovereign AI infrastructure, startup credits, and join Europe's leading AI startup program.
7-day free access
Response in 3 days
Up to €25,000 credits
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Now is the time to make responsible AI decisions. Polarise's solutions ensure resource-saving AI workloads that have a future by cutting carbon emissions and integrating in existing communities to do an impact for good. It's growing portfolio of state-of-the-art AI Factories in combination with a sovereign cloud platform provides unparalleled efficiency and customization for Europe's next-generation AI leaders.
Made in Germany
Quality Infrastructure
Hosted in EU
GDPR Compliant
Data Sovereignty
Full Transparency
ISO/IEC 27001
Certified
ISO/IEC 9001
Certified
EN 50600
Certified
BREEAM
Code for a sustainable built environment
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