Synopsys Cloud Startup Program
Synopsys makes the electronic design automation (EDA) software used to design chips. Its startup program gives chip-design startups a browser-based EDA environment on Synopsys Cloud, which Synopsys describes as free access to tools and infrastructure.
Synopsys Cloud Startup Program is a developer tools perk from Synopsys, offering free access to Synopsys Cloud EDA tools, open to any startup.
- Value
- Free
- Who qualifies
- Any startup
- Benefit type
- Free plan
- Terms
- Stated by provider
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Inside Synopsys Cloud Startup Program
Access to a complete browser-based EDA-as-a-Service design environment on Synopsys Cloud, with tools, infrastructure, project management and CAD, for startups designing integrated circuits. Synopsys's Cloud page calls it free access to tools and infrastructure for start-ups; late-stage startups get specialized terms. Synopsys publishes no dollar value.
Who it's for
- Funding / backing
- Any startup
- Startup stage
- Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series B+
- Geography
- Global
- Recurring / expiry
- No duration is stated.
- Other requirements
- For startups designing integrated circuit chips that meet revenue and size criteria Synopsys does not publish. Synopsys lists accelerator partners such as Silicon Catalyst, Plug and Play and Berkeley SkyDeck.
How to apply for Synopsys Cloud Startup Program
- A short description of what your startup does
- A company email on your own domain
- 1Fill in the contact form on the Synopsys Cloud Startup Program page;
- 2Synopsys follows up on eligibility.
Synopsys Cloud Startup Program: common questions
What do you get with Synopsys Cloud Startup Program?
Synopsys Cloud Startup Program offers free access to Synopsys Cloud EDA tools.
Who qualifies for Synopsys Cloud Startup Program?
Synopsys Cloud Startup Program is for pre-seed, seed, Series A and Series B+ startups. For startups designing integrated circuit chips that meet revenue and size criteria Synopsys does not publish. Synopsys lists accelerator partners such as Silicon Catalyst, Plug and Play and Berkeley SkyDeck.
Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Synopsys Cloud Startup Program?
No. Synopsys Cloud Startup Program is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.
How do I apply for Synopsys Cloud Startup Program?
Fill in the contact form on the Synopsys Cloud Startup Program page; Synopsys follows up on eligibility.
How long do I have to use Synopsys Cloud Startup Program, and does it expire?
No duration is stated.
Is Synopsys Cloud Startup Program available outside the US?
Synopsys Cloud Startup Program is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.
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