Dogpatch Labs and The Fidelity Center for Applied Technology FCAT have selected three breakthrough startups to participate in “The FCAT Fellowship” programme, which will take place in Dogpatch Labs, Ireland’s leading innovation hub based in Dublin – one of Europe’s most vibrant tech ecosystems.
Kicking off in July 2024, participating startups in the inaugural cohort will receive 1 year of support from Dogpatch Labs to help accelerate their business, learning from established entrepreneurs and gaining access to Dogpatch Labs’ extensive network. Startups will also gain access to the expertise and network of FCAT, which tests and scales groundbreaking concepts and ideas that advance Fidelity’s market leadership and enhances customer experiences.
Highlighting the significance of the partnership, Aaron Smith, Head of Innovation Ecosystem at Fidelity Investments, expressed his excitement, stating: “Our collaboration with Dogpatch Labs on The FCAT Fellowship programme will strengthen the innovation ecosystem. By leveraging our collective expertise, resources and global network, we have the opportunity to drive significant advancements for these startups. We believe in working
with these committed founders to help them achieve their potential. This programme can be a catalyst, in accelerating these startups, helping them scale and ultimately have a profound impact.”
Dogpatch Lab’s Managing Director of Innovation David Power said, “This is our most personal programme yet – the startups on the programme will receive the very best available supports from our innovation team here at Dogpatch, and the access to the expertise and global network of the Fidelity Center for Applied Technology takes this to the next level.”
The startups selected for the FCAT Fellowship are:
Lip, founded by David Atkinson (a former digital producer), is transforming global communication with AI-powered video translation, enabling seamless multilingual interactions for brands like Treatwell and Utempo Global.
gClinics, founded by Auindrila Das (a genomics scientist with a background in genetic engineering and molecular medicine) in February 2024, has a mission to help healthcare professionals and individuals make informed healthcare decisions by integrating actionable genomic insights into standard medical practice.
DevA11y, founded by Cormac Chisholm and Patrick Guiney, is an AI-powered accessibility compliance platform designed to simplify and streamline the process of making digital products accessible to all users. DevA11y integrates accessibility expert feedback and advanced AI to manage risk and enhance accessibility in real-time, making websites, web apps, and mobile apps inclusive for everyone, especially in light of the upcoming European Accessibility Act, which will take effect in less than a year.
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