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ActiveQualcomm Technologies, Inc. · 2026

Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators – Latam

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Agency: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Funding: $5,000 stipend and $5,000 patent filing incentive
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Up to 10 edge-AI startups focused on creating and commercializing on-device end-to-end AI solutions on Qualcomm Dragonwing™ and Snapdragon® platforms.

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Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators – Latam is sponsored by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.. This program supports startups in creating and commercializing on-device end-to-end AI solutions on Qualcomm Dragonwing™ and Snapdragon® platforms.

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[](https://www. qualcomm.

com/) Fostering AI Innovation in LatAm Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators 2026 -LatAm Fostering AI Innovation in LatAm Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators 2026 - LatAm **Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators 2025 -LatAm** **Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators 2026 - LatAM** # About the Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators The Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators (QAIPI) empowers professional developers and startups to design and implement cutting-edge on-device AI solutions across diverse sectors including consumer electronics, healthcare, smart industry, smart city, agriculture and education, driving regional and societal impact.

The QAIPI 2026 -LatAm is open to startup companies incorporated and registered in Mexico or Brazil with an active account in Qualcomm® AI Hub. The program is implemented to support startups in creating and commercializing on-device end-to-end AI solutions on Qualcomm Dragonwing™ and Snapdragon®platforms.

The program also invites shortlisted teams to experiment with a wide range of edge AI use cases using the new Arduino®UNO™ Q development board. Built on Dragonwing™ platforms, this open-source board offers Linux compatibility, real-time control capabilities, and lightweight AI inference, empowering startups to accelerate the creation of edge-intelligent solutions.

To speed up the development of on-device AI solutions across diverse use cases, startup teams can leverage theQualcomm®AI Hub, a developer-focused platform offering a growing catalog with pre-optimized AI models, alongside Edge Impulse, a leading platform for building and deploying tinyML and edge‑AI models from real‑world sensor data, the Arduino® Project Hub, and curated GitHub® repositories with optimized models and end‑to‑end demos These resources help reduce time and effort, enabling faster development, deployment, and iteration cycles.

**Startup Cohort:** Select startups may be invited to a jury panel as part of the shortlisting process. Up to 10 startups will be shortlisted to the cohort. **Development Support:** 1:1 technical support for up to 6 months with the subject matter experts.

**Platforms**: The shortlisted startups will receive a physical hardware or development kit powered by Qualcomm for product development as mutually agreed upon. **Online Trainings & Masterclasses:** A self-paced online training on business and marketing topics and fund raising. The technical trainings include IoT, 5G and 6G, XR, Qualcomm AI-Hub, Edge Impulse through Qualcomm Academy.

Startups would be expected to complete these training courses as these would count towards stipend eligibility. **Stipend:** The shortlisted startups to the cohort will receive a stipend of up to $5000 upon meeting the minimum eligibility requirements of the program. **Patent Filing Incentive:** The shortlisted selected startups would be eligible to receive patent filing incentive of up to $5000 for a full utility patent application.

* Cohort Selection: Up to 10 edge-AI startups * Mentorship: 1:1 guidance from Qualcomm experts: Technical, Business, Intellectual Property * Training/masterclasses: Online business coaching, IP law, and technical sessions. * Grants: $5000 Stipend and $5000 Patent Filing incentive for complete patent filings * Program certificate upon completion * Demo-day + Finale: Exposure to industry leaders, integrators, and investors.

* Listing in Qualcomm startup directory, access to industry events Application Phase:February 25th to May 4th, 2026 Shortlisting of the Startups: May 2026 Development Phase (including mid-term review): May 2026 to October 2026 Program Finale & Demo Day: November 2026 (TBD) ### Please see the AIPI official rules inPortuguese and Spanish.

**Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators 2025 -LatAm** Please login with your Qualcomm ID to access Workspace [](https://www. qualcomm. com/) Qualcomm relentlessly innovates to deliver intelligent computing everywhere, helping the world tackle some of its most important challenges.

Our leading-edge AI, high performance, low-power computing, and unrivaled connectivity deliver proven solutions that transform major industries. At Qualcomm, we are engineering human progress. [](https://www.

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com/qualcomm/) Get the latest Qualcomm and industry information delivered to your inbox. * Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information * English ( United States ) Snapdragon and Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Qualcomm patented technologies are licensed by Qualcomm Incorporated.

Note: Certain services and materials may require you to accept additional terms and conditions before accessing or using those items. References to "Qualcomm" may mean Qualcomm Incorporated, or subsidiaries or business units within the Qualcomm corporate structure, as applicable. Qualcomm Incorporated includes our licensing business, QTL, and the vast majority of our patent portfolio.

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, operates, along with its subsidiaries, substantially all of our engineering, research and development functions, and substantially all of our products and services businesses, including our QCT semiconductor business. Nothing in these materials is an offer to sell or license any of the services or materials referenced herein.

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Eligibility Requirements

Up to 10 edge-AI startups focused on creating and commercializing on-device end-to-end AI solutions on Qualcomm Dragonwing™ and Snapdragon® platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators – Latam?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Up to 10 edge-AI startups focused on creating and commercializing on-device end-to-end AI solutions on Qualcomm Dragonwing™ and Snapdragon® platforms. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators – Latam offer?

The current listing shows $5,000 stipend and $5,000 patent filing incentive. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators – Latam?

Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators – Latam is funded by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators – Latam?

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