In a strategic leap for Türkiye’s innovation landscape, Türk Telekom Ventures has announced the ten promising startups selected for the 13th cohort of its renowned startup acceleration initiative, PİLOT. Designed to bridge the gap between local ingenuity and global scalability, the program provides not only capital support but also a deep well of mentorship, infrastructure access, and cross-border opportunities.
Since its inception in 2013, PİLOT has been more than an accelerator—it’s a launchpad for sustainable, globally viable technologies. This year’s cohort reflects the program’s evolving vision: to empower startups that merge AI-driven innovation with real-world impact, spanning from healthcare and cybersecurity to energy efficiency and smart design.
A Full-Circle Growth Ecosystem
Selected participants for the 13th term of PİLOT gain access to a holistic support model—an integrated 360-degree system backed by Türk Telekom Ventures’ strategic, financial, and technological know-how. Each startup will receive ₺200,000 in direct funding, but the value extends far beyond monetary support.
Startups are welcomed into a full-fledged entrepreneurial ecosystem, including:
Access to Türk Telekom’s high-performance tech infrastructure
Collaboration with over 400 expert mentors
Entry to Türk Telekom Ventures’ robust investor network
A gateway to global entrepreneurship programs tailored specifically for each startup
Moreover, participants are invited to use Türkiye’s newly established entrepreneurial hubs, such as the SANTRAL initiative in Tahtakale and the Türk Telekom-supported innovation center at Atatürk Cultural Center, both fostering creativity and growth.
Innovators Ready to Scale
Each of the ten selected startups brings a unique solution to some of the most pressing challenges across industries. These ventures embody not just entrepreneurial spirit but practical ingenuity.
Exin Health AI is redefining surgical workflows with an AI-powered platform that streamlines processes in operating rooms. Through predictive analytics and automation, it minimizes human error and boosts procedural efficiency.
ORGenie fuses real-time voice and image processing to automate surgical form documentation for nurses, reducing manual paperwork time by up to 65 percent and freeing up resources for patient-focused tasks.
Homster introduces an automated 3D interior design and virtual sales assistant platform. With just a few clicks, users receive fully personalized interior visualizations, enabling faster, more engaging sales experiences in real estate and design sectors.
Klart AI is an enterprise-grade autonomous assistant that integrates seamlessly with both internal and external databases. From scheduling meetings to managing data across systems, it reduces operational errors and accelerates business functions through AI-driven automation.
Ono streamlines the entire career lifecycle—from recruitment to retention—using a smart HR platform. With AI at its core, the tool reduces hiring costs and optimizes talent management, giving businesses a strategic edge in workforce development.
Priam AI offers a real-time cybersecurity and incident response platform. Equipped with AI capabilities, it detects and prioritizes threats instantly, helping organizations become more resilient in the face of cyberattacks.
Ratio Energy serves the growing energy sector with AI-based software solutions for battery energy storage systems (BESS). The platform offers feasibility analysis and operational optimization, supporting smart investment decisions and sustainable infrastructure.
Refabric caters to fashion and textile industries through a SaaS model that provides end-to-end AI solutions. From collection planning to design personalization, the platform aligns with brand aesthetics and emerging trends.
Retinow advances healthcare diagnostics with its AI-supported retina scanning software and proprietary fundus camera. Designed to assist physicians in early detection, it enhances clinical decision-making with precision imaging and analysis.
Werover introduces a 24/7 AI-powered blade health monitoring system for wind turbines. With real-time damage detection, it enables proactive maintenance and extends equipment longevity in the renewable energy sector.
Zuzzuu targets marketing and e-commerce with a unified platform for customer acquisition, loyalty, and engagement. By merging sales strategies with automation, it creates measurable impact in user retention and revenue growth.
Building Bridges to the Global Stage
What truly distinguishes PİLOT is its international orientation. At the end of the local acceleration phase, participating startups earn the right to join exclusive entrepreneurship programs tailored to their industries in overseas markets. Whether it’s Silicon Valley or other tech hubs, Türk Telekom Ventures uses its extensive international network to open doors.
This global push is further reinforced by Türk Telekom’s San Francisco office, acting as a bridge between Türkiye’s tech talents and the global innovation stage. In these ecosystems, startups not only expand their client base but also gain direct insights into scaling strategies, compliance frameworks, and emerging market opportunities.
Türkiye as a Technology Leader
Muhammed Özhan, General Manager of Türk Telekom Ventures, highlights the broader mission behind PİLOT. “We do not merely support ideas. We identify the potential for global impact and work to transform that into sustainable success stories through the right strategy, investment, and mentorship,” Özhan remarks.
The PİLOT program, now in its 13th edition, mirrors Türkiye’s larger ambition—not just to adopt technology, but to lead in it. As startups graduate from local incubation to international operations, they carry with them a new image of Türkiye: inventive, resilient, and globally competitive.
Empowering Türkiye’s Next Unicorns
The real power of PİLOT lies in its foresight. Many of the startups that passed through its gates are now actively operating in international markets. With each new term, the bar is raised—not just in terms of innovation but in scale, impact, and adaptability.
Whether it’s AI in healthcare, sustainable energy, HR-tech, or cybersecurity, Türk Telekom Ventures is investing in technologies that respond to today’s realities while shaping tomorrow’s possibilities.
This approach underscores the belief that unicorns aren’t discovered—they’re developed. Through mentorship, infrastructure, and global perspective, PİLOT becomes more than a stepping stone—it becomes a launchpad for the next generation of world-class innovators.
A Catalyst for Transformation
In a world where innovation is the new currency, programs like PİLOT don’t just help startups—they reshape economies and rewrite futures. As Türkiye navigates its way through digital transformation, initiatives like this provide a blueprint for inclusive, technology-driven growth.
With every cycle, PİLOT proves that Türkiye is not just participating in the global innovation race—it’s positioning itself as a serious contender to lead it.
