The Evolving Role of University Business Incubators
Traditionally, university business incubators served as support systems for student startups, offering mentorship, physical space, and limited funding. However, as the entrepreneurial landscape grows more complex and competitive, these incubators are evolving into innovation ecosystems. Today, they are multidisciplinary spaces where data, research, and technology converge to accelerate business development. Artificial intelligence has become an essential tool within these environments. AI applications help identify market trends, evaluate business risks, automate operational processes, and even simulate potential customer behavior. By integrating AI into incubator activities, universities empower student startups to make informed decisions faster and more efficiently. At Telkom University , the business incubation model reflects this transformation. The university supports AI adoption by providing access to digital laboratories , where students build, test, and refine their st...