Amazon
Global tech giant running AWS Activate, Alexa Fund, and India-specific programs for startup growth.
Amazon at a glance
| Established | 1994 |
|---|---|
| Address | Seattle, Washington, USA |
| Official website | www.amazon.in |
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About Amazon
Amazon
Amazon, founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos, is the world's largest e-commerce and cloud computing company. Through Amazon Web Services (AWS), Amazon Marketplace, and multiple startup-focused initiatives, Amazon provides significant support to the global startup ecosystem — including a strong focus on India.
Startup Programs
- AWS Activate: Amazon's flagship startup program offering cloud credits ($1,000–$100,000+), technical support, and training for early-stage companies. Startups can apply directly or through authorized accelerator partners
- Amazon Launchpad: A marketplace program helping startups launch and scale consumer products on Amazon, providing merchandising support and visibility to Amazon's massive customer base
- Amazon Smbhav: Annual event celebrating Indian MSME and startup success, with knowledge sessions and ecosystem networking
- Alexa Fund: Investment arm funding startups building voice-first and conversational AI products
- Amazon Accelerator (India): Programs for Indian SMEs and startups to build supply, technology, and marketplace businesses on Amazon's India platform
Who Should Apply
Cloud-native startups across any sector (for AWS Activate), consumer product startups (for Amazon Launchpad), and voice/AI companies (for Alexa Fund). AWS Activate is one of the most universally accessible and valuable startup programs globally.
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Frequently asked questions about Amazon
What does Amazon do?
Amazon, founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos, is the world's largest e-commerce and cloud computing company. Through Amazon Web Services (AWS), Amazon Marketplace, and multiple startup-focused initiatives, Amazon provides significant support to the global startup ecosystem — including a strong focus on India.
Where is Amazon located?
Amazon is based in Seattle, Washington, USA.
What sectors does Amazon support?
Amazon works with startups in Cloud Tech, E-commerce, AI/ML and Consumer.
What stage of startup does Amazon support?
Amazon supports startups at the Validation, Early Revenue and Growth stages.
When was Amazon founded?
Amazon was founded in 1994. It operates as a corporate.
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