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Exclusive: Runway launches $10M fund, Builders program to support early-stage AI startups

The Wire·April 2, 2026

Runway has launched a $10 million fund alongside a Builders program aimed at supporting early-stage AI startups. This initiative is designed to empower solo founders and small teams building AI-native companies, fostering innovation in the lean AI economy. The fund emphasizes backing startups that prioritize efficiency and high impact with small teams.