ChainCatcher news, a16z Crypto announced the 21 selected companies for the 2024 Fall Crypto Startup Accelerator (CSX) program. The companies cover various aspects of the crypto tech stack, including AI, DeFi, infrastructure, as well as consumer applications like photo sharing and maps. The 21 selected companies include:Anera Labs: Building infrastructure to unify all on-chain liquidity;Banyan: Bridging communication gaps at work using AI to bring clarity to enterprises;Blocksense: Supporting the creation of oracles that leverage internet data and CPU/GPU computation;Cork Protocol: A risk pricing protocol that accelerates on-chain credit;Dot: Transforming user-generated pixel art into game elements for on-chain games;Fermah: Building a universal zero-knowledge proof generation layer;Future Primitive: Creating a new home for internet photo enthusiasts;Kuzco: LLM inference marketplace;MeshMap: Building a 3D map of the world and an AR content network;Opacity Labs: Private verification of web2 data through zkTLS;OpenGradient: Building a blockchain designed to bring world computation on-chain;PIN AI is building an open personal AI platform (data + agents);Pod: A new L1 primitive, leaderless and blockless, relaxing the concept of transaction total order;Sekai: Easily create, share, and monetize interactive narratives;Skyfire: An open payment protocol that enables AI agents to pay for anything;Suave: Enabling DApps to accept any token from any wallet on any blockchain;t1: Real-time proof generation, unifying Ethereum;TACEO: MPC cryptographic computing for Web3;Term Labs: A DeFi lending platform matching fixed-rate borrowers and lenders;vlayer labs: Trustworthy verifiable data infrastructure powered by zero-knowledge proofs;zkSpin: Building a highly parallel blockchain to run high-demand DApps on-chain;a16z CSX will invest at least $500,000 in each selected company. The program will take place in New York City over an 8-week training period, where selected companies will gain firsthand experience from top crypto founders, receive guidance and support from the a16z crypto investment and operations team, and connect with other companies and the broader a16z network.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, Notcoin, 1inch, and the proof protocol Sign supported by Sequoia have collaborated to launch a new startup accelerator for the Telegram and TON crypto ecosystem.The accelerator program, named Triangle, aims to attract developers looking to build on Telegram and TON. The project particularly seeks to support those who want to improve TON UX, develop popular "click-to-earn" mini-programs, and launch "consumer applications that connect Web2 and Web3." Triangle's vision is to enable millions of people to seamlessly and friendly join Web3.

ChainCatcher news, according to Coindesk, announced that Colosseum, an accelerator specifically for the Solana ecosystem, has completed a $60 million fundraising for a fund focused on investing in early-stage projects. The fund was oversubscribed and will focus on Pre-Seed stage investments in startups selected by the winners of Solana Hackathons.So far, the Colosseum has funded 11 companies and deployed $250,000.

ChainCatcher news, according to the official announcement, the Fantom Foundation has announced that the CEO of Balancer Labs has joined its startup accelerator program Sonic Labs as a mentor.It is reported that in December last year, the Fantom Foundation launched the Sonic Labs startup accelerator program, aimed at promoting innovation within the new Sonic technology stack of Fantom and providing resources and support for the next generation of web3 entrepreneurs.

ChainCatcher news, a16z Crypto announced the launch of the Crypto Startup Accelerator (CSX) Spring Cohort 2024 this week in London. Over the course of 10 weeks, 25 promising early-stage startup founders will learn from each other and receive guidance and resources from the a16z Crypto team to accelerate their product-market fit and lay the foundation for long-term growth and success.The list of participating projects for CSX Spring 2024 includes: AminoChain, Collar Networks, Compass Labs, Hungry Cats Studio, Launcher, MagicBlock, NEBRA Labs, Neynar, NodeKit, Nosh, OpenLayer, OpenTrade, Playmint, Roux, Sablier, Scrypted, Spire, Strobe, taralli labs, Tata Bazaar, Tranched, Valyu Network, zkPassport.

ChainCatcher news, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard University alumni have jointly established the MIT x Harvard Blockchain Accelerator, focusing on supporting early Web3 founders associated with both schools.The MIT x Harvard Blockchain Accelerator is a non-dilutive program, meaning it does not take any equity from the accepted startups.The four core contributors of the accelerator are Lehman, Luke Xie, and Hannah Shen from MIT, and Liang Wu from Harvard University. One of the core contributors, Sam Lehman, stated, "The startups we accelerate do not give us any equity. We have no plans to invest or provide funding in the short term; we focus purely on mentorship."Additionally, the founding mentors of the accelerator include Tieshun Roquerre (also known as "Pacman"), founder of Blur and Blast, Keone Hon and Eunice Giarta, co-founders of Monad Labs, Kenny Li, co-founder of Manta, and Mirza Uddin, head of business development at Injective Labs. (The Block)

ChainCatcher news, a16z crypto officially announced that the Crypto Startup Accelerator (CSX) Fall 2024 program is now accepting applications. CSX plans to provide expert guidance, funding, and resources for founders of early-stage crypto startups. CSX will be held in New York and includes a ten-week in-person course (starting in September and ending with a demo day in November). Applications will be open until March 29.

ChainCatcher news, cryptocurrency market data provider CoinMarketCap has announced the launch of a Web3 startup accelerator program, designed for ambitious founders, offering comprehensive courses and opportunities to connect with industry-leading mentors and investors. CoinMarketCap will also provide finalists with collaboration opportunities in channels such as learn and earn, airdrops, and live streams.

ChainCatcher news, the Web3 startup accelerator Spring Xcelerator (SpringX.net) is set to officially launch, with the application deadline on October 19. SpringX is jointly initiated by 14 leading project founders and 3 top investment institutions, providing a $20 million funding pool, structured courses, and strong founder networks and resource support for Web3 entrepreneurs in the seed or angel round.The co-initiating investment institutions include: SevenX Ventures, Generative Ventures, Bixin Ventures. The project founders include: Charles (Galxe), Chess (GM Labs & QuestN), Chris (MirrorWorld), Daidai (Dodo), Jack (Aspecta), Mogu (Chainbase), Niels (BuidlerDAO), Tim (d.id), Ryan (CyberConnect), Wendy (Beosin), Xiao (zCloak), Yuanjie (Conflux), Zhixiong (ChainFeeds), Zhouqi (EthStorage).

ChainCatcher news, Read2N has been selected for Zonff Partners Aceleap Web3 startup accelerator and has completed Seed+ round financing, led by existing shareholder Initiate Capital, with follow-on investments from WAGMi Ventures, H3C Capital, and several well-known writers.It is reported that Read2N is a Web3 content distribution and asset trading platform, with a daily trading volume exceeding 100,000 USD. It aims to build a decentralized content translation and dissemination community based on blockchain and ChatGPT technology, driven by X2E and trading. It helps every literary work that chooses Web3 distribution to spread to every corner of the world at an unprecedented speed.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal has launched a Web3 startup accelerator called Beacon, which will fund early crypto projects through guidance and financial support. Sandeep Nailwal stated that 15 startups have already received funding from Beacon.It is reported that Beacon offers a 12-week program to guide and fund entrepreneurs. The first batch, "Cohort 0," launched in October, with over 30 founders from 15 startups participating, covering areas such as DeFi, infrastructure, and gaming. The application deadline for the next batch is January 31. (source link)

According to ChainCatcher news, as reported by e27, the Philippine startup accelerator Archipelago Labs (A-Labs), supported by the Philippine Digital Asset Exchange (PDAX), Oak Drive Ventures, and Magellan Digital Investment Group, has launched a $10 million Web3 fund. Archipelago Labs will provide investment and consulting services, and also hopes to host hackathons and incubators for specific verticals. (Source link)

ChainCatcher news, the first global Web3 startup accelerator Aceleap, initiated by the crypto venture capital firm Zonff Partners, is now open for applications from Chinese entrepreneurs. Zonff Partners stated that Aceleap will provide entrepreneurs with a continuous 5-month program featuring nearly 40 themed lectures, as well as various activities such as Demo Day, Company Day, Talent Day, guest sharing sessions, and offline team-building events.In addition, shortlisted startups will receive empowerment from top global capital, academic institutions, developer communities, and business resources. Mentors from the venture capital frontline will provide comprehensive guidance, supporting you across multiple dimensions including capital, technology, product, strategy, marketing, talent, and legal aspects. (source link)

ChainCatcher news, the crypto venture capital firm Zonff Partners announced the establishment of the Web3 startup accelerator Aceleap to accelerate the development of early-stage innovative ecosystems. The first phase of Aceleap will primarily target outstanding Web3 Chinese entrepreneurs globally. Zonff Partners stated that Aceleap's core advantages lie in its selection, incubation, and empowerment system based on a dollar fund, as well as the support from Zonff Partners Eco⁺'s crypto ecosystem resources.Aceleap will provide entrepreneurs with nearly 5 months of continuous, closed-door courses, totaling nearly 40 themes, both online and offline, and will offer comprehensive support to entrepreneurs from multiple dimensions including capital, technology, product, strategy, marketing, talent, and legal aspects. (Source link)