Startup stories Archives - Microsoft for Startups Blog

Two business students discuss ideas for startups.

Azure
September 2
3 min read

Argus and Azure AI: A winning vision for inclusive tech at Imagine Cup

With the next round of the competition coming up soon, we wanted to take the opportunity to provide some inspiration for 2026 competitors by sharing the story of Argus, a breakthrough wearable assistive device developed by Stanford University undergraduates Daniel Kim and Arjun Oberoi, and the winner of the 2025 Microsoft Imagine Cup.

Doctor talking with a patient using a tablet.

Azure
August 26
3 min read

BrainKey and Microsoft Azure: Advancing brain health research with responsible AI

Discover how BrainKey uses Microsoft Azure and AI to revolutionize brain health and empower global neurological care.

A smiling university student wearing a hoodie and jeans jacket sits in a brightly lit library.

Startup stories
August 21
4 min read

Microsoft for Startups Scouts: Empowering the next generation of startup support

Discover how Microsoft for Startups Scouts supports early-stage ventures and universities with tools and mentorship.

standing on chair and working on computer

Azure
August 12
3 min read

How Bria is transforming visual content creation with Microsoft for Startups

In the fast-paced world of startups, finding the right partners can make all the difference.

Woman sitting at desk with laptop open and cell phone in hand.

Azure
August 7
3 min read

Transforming healthcare access with August AI and Microsoft Azure

In the world of healthcare, clarity isn’t a luxury—it’s a lifeline.

Mature woman holding a tablet working in a greenhouse.

Azure
July 23
4 min read

Catalyst: Basecamp Research leverages Microsoft and NVIDIA AI to unlock secrets of biodiversity

A groundbreaking initiative promises to revolutionize our understanding of biodiversity and its applications—and it’s powered by Microsoft and NVIDIA.

Two doctors walking down a hallway in a hospital looking at a tablet device.

Azure
July 3
2 min read

Catalysts: Revolutionizing healthcare with Pangaea Data, Microsoft Azure, and NVIDIA

Healthcare is constantly evolving, driven by the need to improve patient outcomes and in so doing the delivery of healthcare itself.

A man and woman collaborating on a laptop in an office

News
July 1
6 min read

Build fast, scale smart, and sell more: Microsoft for Startups evolves to better serve the startup ecosystem

As we evaluated our progress, we saw startups leveraging Microsoft Azure to achieve three main goals: build faster, scale smarter, and sell more.

A young female student helps a classmate with a project in the computer lab.

News
June 25
2 min read

Microsoft for Startups introduces Catalysts: AI-powered breakthroughs with Microsoft Azure and NVIDIA

Microsoft Azure provides a scalable cloud backbone which pairs with NVIDIA’s GPUs to accelerate innovation.

Three women sitting at a desk with a laptop

Startup stories
May 8
6 min read

5 prevalent AI themes for both startups and enterprise

With Microsoft Build 2025 coming up, I’ve spent some time reflecting on the events I’ve already had the opportunity to attend in 2025—and the insights startups can garner from these industry gatherings.

Shot of two young designers working in an modern office.

News
May 6
1 min read

Microsoft for Startups Africa AI + Azure Tour: Connecting founders, funders, and innovators across the continent

In May 2025, Microsoft for Startups Africa is hitting the road, bringing the energy of innovation and collaboration to four of Africa’s leading tech and startup hubs: Lagos, Nairobi, Dakar, and Cape Town.

Azure solution powering retail business. Retail business operations manager reviewing real time data with employee.

News
May 5
3 min read

Operationalize supply chain sustainability with Microsoft for Startups and TrusTrace

Now available on Microsoft Azure Marketplace, TrusTrace is redefining how supply chains are managed, offering traceability and compliance data solutions that help fashion, footwear, and textile companies of all sizes know, prove, and improve the impact of their value chains.