Techstars Update: February 2026
Mar 02, 2026
Capital + Programs + Connection = Opportunity
Techstars connects unstoppable founders, wherever they are, with capital, programs, and connections to open up opportunities. See what we were up to in February.
In review:
9 accelerator programs with open applications
1 Founder Catalyst program with open applications
55+ upcoming Startup Weekend events
2 upcoming Techstars events
6 portfolio companies were acquired
5 portfolio companies secured funding
Capital
Each year, we select hundreds of companies to join one of our 3-month, mentorship-driven accelerators, investing capital and providing hands-on mentorship and access to the Techstars network for life.
Portfolio Companies
Since 2006, Techstars has invested in 5,000+ companies. Our founder-first philosophy has connected us with startups across a range of verticals, linking them to a network of successful mentors and partners.
Programs
Techstars accelerators have one goal: to help founders succeed. We believe that great founders and startups are everywhere, but opportunity is not evenly distributed, which is why we continue to launch programs worldwide.
During each three-month program, we surround companies with the best mentors and an unrivaled network of corporate partners, investors, and alumni. We provide funding and fundraising opportunities, workshops, and curated resources, not to mention countless moments where you can learn from your peers. It’s a proven model that has helped build thousands of successful companies.
Applications Open
Learn more about our 3-month accelerators where founders gain funding, mentorship, and access to the Techstars network. The following accelerator programs are currently accepting applications:
Apply by May 6, 2026:
Apply by March 2, 2026:
ABN AMRO + Techstars Future of Finance Accelerator
Techstars Alabama EnergyTech Accelerator
Techstars Anywhere Accelerator
Techstars Columbus Powered by The Ohio State University
Techstars Healthcare Accelerator powered by Permanente Medicine Mid-Atlantic States
Techstars New York City Accelerator
Connection
Events & Pre-Accelerator Activity
We believe that while people and ideas are equally distributed, opportunity and resources are not. That is why we are committed to increasing access to entrepreneurship — all over the world.
Founder Catalyst
Founder Catalyst is a pre-accelerator program providing early-stage entrepreneurs with invaluable startup education and mentorship. This part-time, primarily virtual experience is perfectly suited for founders looking to hone their entrepreneurial skills, better understand their target customers, and dig deeply into refining the solutions they are offering the world.
The following program is currently accepting applications:
Techstars Founder Catalyst WaterTech & Sustainability
Learn more about Founder Catalyst.
Startup Weekend & Startup Week
Startup Weekend is a three-day program where aspiring entrepreneurs can experience startup life in hundreds of cities worldwide. Startup Week is a celebration of entrepreneurship and the people shaping the startup community in your city. See our February community events:
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Istanbul
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Omaha
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend AI Dartmouth
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Change Makers New Orleans
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Chinhoyi
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Fin Tech São Paulo
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Niort
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Abidjan
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Abuja (Online)
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Aden
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Antananarivo
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Belo Horizonte
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Brampton
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Bulawayo
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women CDMX
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Columbus
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Dublin
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Foz do Iguacu
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Harare
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Helsingborg
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Itajaí
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Janeiro
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Kathmandu Valley
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Loulé
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Macao
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Mascara
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Nagercoil
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Padula
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Panama
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Perth
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Playa del Carmen
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women San Diego
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women San Luis Potosí
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Santo André
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women São Paulo
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Tagbilaran City
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Tegucigalpa
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Umuahia and Obollor Afor
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Vitória
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Change Makers Naga City
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Asunción
March 6-8, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend AI Cluj-Napoca
March 13-15, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Sustainability Basel
March 13-15, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Women Bangkok
March 13-15, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend AI Jaraguá do Sul
March 20-22, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Siliguri
March 20-22, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Smart Cities Estância Velha
March 20-22, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Sustainability Mantova
March 20-22, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Volta Redonda
March 20-22, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Pinhalzinho
March 21-24, 2026
USC and Techstars Startup Weekend
March 27-29, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Beaufort
March 27-30, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Social Innovation Hong Kong
March 27-30, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Porto Alegre (CLA)
March 28-31, 2026
Techstars Startup Week Smart Cities Federal Capital Territory
March 30-April 3, 2026
View a full list of upcoming Techstars events.
Techstars Events
Techstars hosts a variety of virtual and in-person events throughout the year for founders. View our upcoming events below:
Techstars Founder Spotlight Sessions with Powertrust
March 19, 2026
March 31, 2026
View a full list of upcoming Techstars events.
Opportunity
Techstars helps founders succeed. Check out the latest news from across the Techstars portfolio.
Fundraising News
Smart Bricks (Techstars 2025) lands a $5M pre-seed led by a16z for AI proptech.
Take2 (Techstars 2023) bags $14M to speed health care hiring.
Seasats (Techstars 2021) raises $20M in Series A funding.
Pilot-built Intuos (Techstars 2024) zips €720K for an IoT safety push in small aircraft.
Phoenix Tailings (Techstars 2020) secures $40.2M in strategic capital to accelerate U.S. rare earth metals production.
Exit News
Experian acquires AI-powered mortgage shopping platform Own Up (Techstars 2017).
Riverwood Capital acquires Urban SDK (Techstars 2020) in AI-powered "smart city" push.
Ascentium, a leading global business services platform, acquires Clara (Techstars 2019).
Interactive Strength acquires Ergatta (Techstars 2019), the game-based connected fitness company known for its rowing machines.
Array acquires Penny Finance (Techstars 2023) to expand financial education and money management capabilities.
Uber acquires parking app SpotHero (TSV 2012) as it moves beyond ride-hailing and food delivery.
Other News
Decorte Future Industries (Techstars 2020): Averting a ‘petpocalypse’ with Sonus Health sound-based animal health app
Cuvva (Techstars 2016): Toyota launches new short-term motor insurance product
Mainstack (Techstars 2023): Techstars New York City-Backed Mainstack to Host ‘Moment’ Africa’s Major Creator Summit in Lagos
Reflekt Me (Techstars 2023): How Academic Research Shaped Reflekt Me—and a Human-Centric E-Commerce Model
Satisfi Labs (Techstars 2018): Satisfi Labs Launches Agent Performance Console for Measuring AI Agent ROI
Raenest (Techstars 2022): TerraPay Partners with Raenest to Enable Faster Freelancer Payouts Across India and the Philippines
Hamilton Perkins Collection (Techstars 2024): NBA Foundation's annual All-Star Pitch Competition Finals takes place in Los Angeles