Apply until:
Funding up to:
If you are:
February 25, 2026
€200 000
Startup; SME
Industry:
Any
Short description:
The Fortissimo Plus (FFplus) project invites startups and SMEs from across Europe and associated countries to apply for funding that supports the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business. The open calls are designed to encourage a wide range of projects – from the adoption of AI in daily operations, to the development of new AI applications, to solving business challenges with innovative AI-driven solutions.
The program is open to projects at any level of technological maturity, whether you are just starting to experiment with AI or already developing advanced AI applications. FFplus aims to support many applicants and provide opportunities for companies to test, build, and scale their AI solutions. The ultimate goal is to make AI more accessible for European businesses, enhance competitiveness, and demonstrate real business impact through innovation.
Eligibility Criterias:
Selected startups and SMEs will receive a grant of up to €200,000 per company, which is non-diluting, meaning they do not require giving up equity in the company. This funding is intended to support the development and implementation of AI solutions, including product development, market research, and pilot testing in real-world business and technological settings.
The grant also in addition to cash, provides technical and business support through tailored workshops and mentorship, helping beneficiaries grow and scale their solutions. Regular evaluations will ensure projects meet predefined objectives and KPIs, such as increased innovation potential, business impact, and technological advancement. Additionally, tailored services will support the delivery and expansion of project activities, including technical guidance and resource optimization.
Funds are disbursed in multiple tranches based on the delivery of project reports and evaluations: an initial advance payment at the start of the project, followed by subsequent installments linked to the delivery of intermediate and final reports. All activities must comply with relevant data protection and ethical guidelines, particularly when involving sensitive data or advanced computational methods.
Success cases
Erik Pernod
Founder and CEO of InfinyTech3D
https://infinytech3d.com/
Funding received: 230 000 EUR
Funding intensity: 100% from EU
The client invested time into project proposal preparation (including all the meetings): less than 4 hours
Days from the first meeting to the final application submission: 12
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Project administration. You do your business and technical part of the project, we take care of project administration activities, including reporting and management activities.
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