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The DigitalOcean Hatch Startup Program (now branded as DigitalOcean Startups) provides AI-native startups with up to $100,000 in compute infrastructure credits for 12 months, 3 months of free GPU usage, 15 months of premium support, access to the Gradient Platform with custom AI agents, expert one-on-one guidance from product managers and engineers, networking opportunities, and marketplace placement for tools and products.
DigitalOcean offers NVIDIA H100 GPU Droplets in 1X and 8X configurations, providing scalable GPU compute for AI/ML workloads. The program prioritizes AI-native startups (service-based or consulting startups are ineligible). Applications are submitted through a Typeform and reviewed by program managers.
Startups must have raised $10 million or less and have a company website with matching corporate email. Note: startup credits cannot be used for H100 GPU products directly - GPU Droplet usage is charged separately. This program is designed for fast-growing AI companies that need affordable, developer-friendly cloud infrastructure.
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Search similar grants →Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: AI-native startups that have raised $10 million or less. Must have a company website with matching corporate email address. Must create a registered DigitalOcean team account using business email. Service-based startups (consulting) are ineligible. Cannot have previously received DigitalOcean credits. Priority given to AI-native companies. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $100,000 in compute credits for 12 months, 3 months of free GPU usage, and 15 months of free Standard-tier paid support. GPU Droplets with NVIDIA H100 available at $1.90/GPU/hour. Access to Gradient Platform with custom AI agents and expert one-on-one guidance. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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