ESD Announces 10 Finalists Selected to Take Part in Round 4 of Luminate NY Accelerator Competition In Rochester

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Empire State Development announced 10 finalists for the fourth round of the Luminate NY accelerator in Rochester. The cohort focuses on optics, photonics, imaging, AR/VR, healthcare, agtech, autonomous systems, and other technology markets. Each finalist receives $100,000 upfront and can compete for up to $2 million in follow-on funding. The program aims to help startups commercialize their technologies and establish operations in Rochester. The announcement also highlights regional investment, job creation, and broader economic development goals.

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