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The current listing shows $250,000 uncapped SAFE, $50,000 in AssemblyAI credits, $10,000 in OpenAI credits, $11,000 in Eleven Labs AI voice credits, Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub membership. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
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