Holtzbrinck AI Hub

Where bold ideas in science, education, and media go from idea to impact

A hands-on innovation space in San Francisco connecting Holtzbrinck's global network with Silicon Valley's leading technologists and researchers

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We don't just watch AI transform science, education, and media. We shape that future responsibly.

The Holtzbrinck AI Hub is a hands-on innovation space connecting Holtzbrinck's global network of researchers, publishers, and educators with Silicon Valley startups, technologists, and investors. A transatlantic bridge designed to turn collaboration into momentum.

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San Francisco
44 Montgomery Street, at the global epicenter of AI innovation
Global Network
Connecting Holtzbrinck's worldwide ecosystem with Silicon Valley's leading researchers and technologists
Built for Impact
Residencies, pilot projects, and co-creation formats designed to take ideas from prototype to reality
AI Explorer Program

Turn your AI idea into reality

The AI Explorer Program is open to Holtzbrinck employees across all business units. Selected Explorers receive access to the San Francisco Hub, mentorship, resources, and a structured program to take their AI project from concept to working prototype.

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Apply
Submit your project idea and tell us what you want to build
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Get Selected
Applications are reviewed by the Hub team. Selected Explorers are notified and begin onboarding
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Build at the Hub
Come to San Francisco, work hands-on, and bring your idea to life with access to the full Hub ecosystem
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Events

What's happening at the Hub

March 2026
Liquid Content Summit
Holtzbrinck x Google
The Holtzbrinck AI Hub hosted the Liquid Content Summit at Google in San Francisco, bringing together leaders across science, education, and media to explore the future of AI-driven content.