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Fusemachines Launches 9th Year of AI Fellowship Program, Expanding Access to AI Education for 100 AI Fellows
NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fusemachines Inc. (“Fusemachines” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: FUSE), a leading provider of enterprise artificial
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[{"type":"text","content":"NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fusemachines Inc. (“Fusemachines” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: FUSE), a leading provider of enterprise artificial intelligence technologies, proudly announces the launch of the 9th year of its flagship AI Fellowship Program, welcoming a new cohort of 100 fellows from diverse backgrounds and geographies. Now in its ninth year, the AI Fellowship Program continues to advance Fusemachines’ mission to democratize AI by expanding access to world-class artificial intelligence education and hands-on training. The 2026 cohort will participate in a hybrid learning experience that combines online instruction through the Fusemachines Online Education platform with immersive onsite exercises designed to reinforce practical, real-world AI application. The program is structured to equip participants with strong foundations in machine learning, generative AI, data science, and applied AI systems, while also developing problem-solving skills through collaborative projects and industry-relevant case studies. The blended format enables broader participation while maintaining the rigor and experiential depth that the Fellowship has become known for. Since its inception in 2017, the Fusemachines AI Fellowship Program has empowered over 1,200 fellows across 12 countries in emerging markets, advancing Fusemachines’ mission to make AI education accessible to all while providing an experienced funnel of talent to support FUSE's growth strategy. The program has nurtured a new generation of AI talent, with alumni now contributing across multiple departments at Fusemachines as well as at leading technology companies, innovative startups, research institutions, and public sector organizations worldwide. “AI is advancing rapidly across industries and communities, but the opportunity to learn and lead in this field is still far from equal,” said Dr. Sameer Maskey, Founder and CEO of Fusemachines. “To build an inclusive AI-powered future, we must ensure that students in underserved communities, from rural America to emerging markets around the world, have the same opportunity to learn, build, and lead in AI. Our mission to democratize AI is rooted in the belief that talent is universal, but opportunity is not. Through the AI Fellowship Program, we are closing that gap and empowering the next generation of innovators.” ...