Google announced the AI Futures Fund, which will invest in AI startups at various stages, providing funding, access to AI models, and support from Google experts.
The fund differs from traditional models by considering investments on a rolling basis, with no specific fund size disclosed.
Google has already backed 12 startups through the program, including Toonsutra Inc., Viggle, and Things Inc., aiming to explore promising AI technologies.
The AI Futures Fund is part of Google's efforts to support AI startups and trends, aligning with its goal to discover new technologies and attract more cloud customers.