This is definitely a call to developers who want to base a business on the Google API platform. Kudos to Google for setting this up; it's certainly a way to create considerable buzz.
Google Gadget Ventures is a pilot program intended to help developers create richer gadgets. The venture provides some funding:
- Grants of up to $5,000 to previous gadget developers who have created gadgets Google would like to see see developed further.
- Seed money up to $100,000 to developers keen to build a business around the gadgets platform.
For details, please navigate to the Google Gadget Ventures home page.