Amazon is partnering with the University of Washington ( UW ) to launch the Alexa Accelerator , aimed at innovative artificial intelligence ( AI ) and voice - based technology start - ups . Among the areas the programme will focus on are connected car and home , wearables and mobile devices . Applications can be launched between January and March next year , with 10 - 12 companies selected for the programme , which will run from April - September .
Amazon is partnering with the University of Washington (UW) to launch the Alexa Accelerator, aimed at innovative artificial intelligence (AI) and voice-based technology start-ups. Among the sectors the programme will focus on are connected car and home, wearables and enabling technology. Applications can be submitted between January and March next year, with 10-12 companies chosen for the programme, which will run from June-September.