Empowering AI innovation across borders
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AI is shaping the future of global economies, and the TurkAIx Project is at the forefront of promoting collaboration between the UK and Türkiye. Delivered in partnership with Oxentia and Earlytech, this capacity-building programme supports startups in EdTech, MedTech and Fintech to strengthen bilateral innovation, and advance the AI ethics and regulation dialogue.
Programme objectives
Driving startup growth
Promoting global leadership
Empowering AI Startups
Empowering AI startups in the UK and Türkiye expand their networks and elevate their businesses.
Showcasing Innovation
Showcasing the UK and Türkiye as leaders in AI innovation and policy through matchmaking events and industry engagements.
Supporting Market Readiness
Supporting market readiness and global scaling through targeted training, coaching, and mentoring.
Facilitating Partnerships
Facilitating long-term partnerships between innovation ecosystems.
Programme features
Tailored capacity building
In-person engagement
Comprehensive Training
Comprehensive training and coaching programme designed to meet each startup’s needs, powered by Oxentia and Earlytech’s expertise.
UK Visit for Turkish Startups
UK visit for Turkish startups (3-4 days), with travel and accommodation expenses covered by the programme for one person per startup.
1:1 Mentoring
1:1 mentoring with Oxentia’s global network of over 120 expert business mentors.
Türkiye Visit for UK Startups
Türkiye visit for UK startups (2-3 days), with travel and accommodation expenses covered by the programme for one person per startup.
Eligibility
Applications will be evaluated on innovation potential, market opportunities in Türkiye/UK, and alignment with programme goals. Startups led by founders from underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
UK
- Early-stage startups (Seed funding to Pre-series A funding)
- Minimum pre-seed funding received
- Technology level at Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or a prototype (TRL 5-6)
- In-person engagement availability (incl. Türkiye visit)
- Legally registered and operating in the UK
Türkiye
- Growth-stage startups (Post-Seed to Series A funding)
- Proven market traction generating revenue
- Operational technology demonstrated in a real-world environment (TRL 7-8)
- Received equity investment, venture funding, or grant funding (at least £50,000 in funding)
- In-person engagement availability (incl. UK visit)
- Legally registered and operating in Türkiye
- English fluency (business level)
Why join TurkAIx?
Access global markets
- For Turkish startups, access to the UK market and to the European and North American markets through the UK.
- For UK startups, access to the Turkish market and wider Middle Eastern and Central Asian markets through Türkiye.
Tailored support
- Receive bespoke training and mentoring from Oxentia and Earlytech to overcome challenges and accelerate growth.
Influence policy
- Contribute to shaping AI regulations that support innovation and ethical development.
Programme timeline
About us
Oxentia
Oxentia brings over 15 years of expertise in international innovation management across the private and public sector in over 70 countries.
Earlytech
Earlytech provide specialised management consultancy services for tech companies, focusing on global growth, sales enhancement, and investment raising.
DSIT
The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) ensure that new and existing technologies are safely developed and deployed across the UK and drive forward a modern digital government for the benefit of its citizens.
