TinyFish Accelerator
TinyFish + Mango Capital
Description
TinyFish Accelerator is a 9-week remote program purpose-built for the Agentic Web. With $2M in seed funding from TinyFish and Mango Capital, this accelerator is designed specifically for AI agents and autonomous systems — exactly what ZHC builders are creating.
Unlike generalist accelerators, TinyFish focuses exclusively on agentic AI. You get direct access to the TinyFish engineering team, solution engineers from ecosystem partners, and a curated network of investors including Robin Vasan (Managing Partner, Mango Capital). The program provides generous infrastructure credits, premium tooling access, and — for B2B founders — your first customers often come from within the cohort itself.
Eligibility
Program Structure
Duration: 9 weeks, 100% remote Funding: $2M seed funding pool (investment varies by company) Cohort size: Selective, high-density batch Start date: February 17, 2026 (applications open now)
What You Get
Engineering Support
- Direct access to TinyFish core team
- Solution engineers from ecosystem partners
- Generous credits across partner stack
- Premium tooling access
Investor Access
- Robin Vasan (Managing Partner, Mango Capital)
- Curated network of active angels
- Follow-on check opportunities
- Demo day exposure
Business Mentorship
- Weekly sessions with successful founders
- GTM experts on positioning and distribution
- Pricing strategy guidance
- Early-stage survival tactics
First Customers
- B2B founders: cohort acts as test environment
- High-density builder network
- Production-ready feedback before public launch
Infrastructure Credits
- Free TinyFish API access
- Partner credits: databases, inference, observability, deployment
- Full stack coverage
ZHC-Specific Fit
✅ Perfect for:
- AI agent infrastructure
- Autonomous systems
- Agent orchestration platforms
- B2B agent companies
- Technical founding teams
⚠️ Consider alternatives if:
- No technical co-founder
- Not building agentic AI
- Need longer than 9 weeks to reach milestones
Application Process
Application Timeline
| Phase | Details |
|---|---|
| Applications | Open now — rolling admissions |
| Program start | February 17, 2026 |
| Duration | 9 weeks |
| Format | 100% remote |
| Cohort | Feb-Apr 2026 batch |
Selection Criteria
TinyFish looks for:
- Technical founding teams
- Agentic AI products (not AI features bolted on)
- Ambitious vision for autonomous systems
- Demonstrated capability (prototype/MVP preferred)
- Willingness to move fast and iterate publicly
Program Timeline
Weeks 1-3: Build
- Onboard to partner tooling
- Connect with engineering mentors
- Validate product direction
- Iterate with cohort feedback
Weeks 4-6: Scale
- Customer development
- Investor introductions begin
- GTM refinement
- Technical deep-dives
Weeks 7-9: Pitch
- Demo preparation
- Investor meetings
- Fundraising strategy
- Alumni network onboarding
Application Tips
For ZHC Builders:
- Lead with autonomy: Emphasize what your agents do independently
- Show the tech: Working prototype beats polished pitch deck
- Be specific: What does your agent do that humans can't?
- Move fast: Cohort starts Feb 17 — apply immediately
- Engage community: Join TinyFish Discord before applying
Contact
- TinyFish Accelerator
- TinyFish Main
- Mango Capital
- Robin Vasan on X
- Applications: Via website
- Program inquiries: Discord community