Who is eligible for a16z Speedrun?

Early Stage · Focus: Tech, AI, Consumer, Gaming · Location: USA – San Francisco · Region: USA – Global

What do I need to apply?

Early Stage Startup, Early Stage, Tech, AI, Consumer, Gaming

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a16z Speedrun

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Funding / Offer

Up to $1M ($500K + follow-on)

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infoAbout a16z Speedrun

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Apply with a company email matching your domain. Approval rates jump 3× when emails match.

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Duration

~10 weeks

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Equity

~7–10%

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Funding

Up to $1M ($500K + follow-on)

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Selectivity

Competitive

infoAbout this program

Andreessen Horowitz Speedrun accelerator. Up to ~$1M investment, large credit packs, SF-based program. Heavily promoted on X throughout 2026. Apply at sr.a16z.com. Verify current batch terms.

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Investment

Up to $1M ($500K + follow-on)

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Equity

~7–10%

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Duration

~10 weeks

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Program

a16z Speedrun

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Type

Accelerator

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check_circleFocus: Tech, AI, Consumer, Gaming

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directions_runHow to Apply

4 steps

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Review a16z Speedrun eligibility (Early Stage; focus: Tech, AI, Consumer, Gaming).
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Prepare pitch deck, team bios, and traction metrics.
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Submit via https://sr.a16z.com.
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Complete interviews if invited; accept offer and join the cohort.