Accel and Prosus Support Early-Stage Indian Startups

Accel and Prosus have made significant investments in six promising early-stage Indian startups through their Atoms X programme. This initiative aims to foster innovation in diverse sectors, including air purification, space technology, cancer diagnostics, elder fitness, and brain-computer interface technologies.

Investment Details

As part of the collaboration, Prosus will match the investment that Accel makes in each selected startup. The financial contributions range from $200,000 to $1 million from each investor. This partnership allows startups to obtain up to $2 million in total funding to promote their growth and development.

Selection Process

The cohort was chosen from a pool of over 2,000 applications, highlighting the competitive nature of the programme. The startups receiving funding under this scheme include:

• Praan: Specialises in creating air quality infrastructure systems.
• QOSMIC: Concentrates on satellite communication technologies.
• Dognosis: Innovates non-invasive cancer detection through canine-based diagnostics.
• Ethereal Exploration Guild: Works on developing reusable orbital launch vehicles.

Atoms X Programme Overview

This initiative is part of the Atoms X programme established by Accel and Prosus in 2025. The programme is dedicated to nurturing early-stage startups that operate in vital areas such as advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and energy transition.

Additional Support for Founders

Besides providing financial resources, the programme offers founders invaluable mentorship and connects them with global networks to facilitate their long-term growth and scaling efforts.