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 Blockchain Startup? Apply for dlab program, $250K up for grabs
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Blockchain Startup? Apply for dlab program, $250K up for grabs

by Guest Contributor November 7, 2023 2 min read

dlab was created by SOSV in 2018 to offer capital and resources to web3 and crypto projects creating more open, transparent, and participatory systems using blockchains and other decentralization technologies.

The program provides up to $250k in venture funding to pre-seed and seed-stage startups across the globe through its fully-remote program.

Eligibility

You must be exploring new frontiers in web3, decentralization and blockchain technology.

Benefits

Participating in dlab program  offers startups the following:

  • 3-12 months residency
  • $250k pre-seed funding
  • More than $500k partner perks
  • Over 70 mentors

In addition to providing capital, the team supports startups through a proven recipe of scheduled review and feedback sessions, mentor network interactions, and bespoke hands-on help in areas such as product architecture and design, UX, business development, and fundraising strategy.

dlab has a dedicated community of mentors, founders, syndicate investors, and ecosystem partners excited to collaborate with early-stage founders.

As part of the SOSV family, founders have access to further follow-on funding opportunities, educational workshops, a global alumni community network of over 2000 founders, and over $500k in perks from partners and leading infrastructure providers.

How to apply

If you operating within the blockchain space, then begin your application process here. The deadline for submission is Thursday, November 30, 2023.


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