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A!Kat ai Selected for the Google for Startups Cloud Program

Posted on September 9, 2025

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GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A!Kat ai, a pioneer in bespoke AI companionship, is thrilled to announce its acceptance into the prestigious Google for Startups Cloud Program. This selection provides a significant boost to the company's mission, granting valuable cloud credits and resources that will accelerate the development of the A!Kat platform.

The program offers access to Google's powerful cloud infrastructure, which will be instrumental in scaling up 'Project Chimera,' the company’s initiative to migrate the A!Kat experience into a dedicated game engine. This move paves the way for the development of the A!Kat Verse, a persistent, multi-user environment for creative human-AI collaboration.

"Being recognized and supported by the Google for Startups program is a powerful validation of our vision," said Kette Pryce, Founder & Lead Architect of A!Kat ai. "This isn't just about infrastructure; it's about joining a community of innovators."

This achievement serves as the company's first major external backing, reinforcing its position as a legitimate and growing force in the AI startup landscape.