NetApp Selects Five AI Startups for Its 15th Excellerator Cohort

16 Oct 2026, 12:10 pm · 2d ago · 1 min read · Analytics India Magazine

Data infrastructure company NetApp has selected five deep-tech startups for the 15th cohort of its Excellerator accelerator programme. The selected companies include LightSprint AI, Wald.ai, Lasso Security, Cogover, and QUIPU AI, focusing on AI-powered software engineering, generative AI security, workflow automation, and enterprise data intelligence. Two startups are also part of NetApp’s women-led initiative. During the six-month programme, participants will receive mentorship from technology leaders, access to NetApp’s advanced data infrastructure expertise, and opportunities to pursue proof-of-concept engagements with global enterprise clients to accelerate commercial adoption of their enterprise AI tools.