Zug, Switzerland - May 30 2024 – The Crypto Valley Conference (CVC24) announces the return of its acclaimed Startup Pitch Competition for the 2024 edition. Positioned at the forefront of blockchain innovation, this competition is paving the way for early-stage startups that are harnessing the power of blockchain and cryptographic technologies to innovate existing services or introduce novel methods of interaction and transactions.
Ten startups, including Blocksport, Brickken, Fume, Hakata, Moonberg AI, Newbridge, Nexity, Onocoy, Open Source Economy, and zkFold, have been selected to compete in the final pitch at CVC24. These finalists will present their projects to over 1,500 attendees for a chance to win prizes, gain exposure, and connect with potential investors. Each startup will showcase booths at the conference, enhancing their visibility and networking opportunities. The event is supported by partners like Crypto Valley, CV Labs, Blockwall, Solana Foundation, Hacken, Mina Foundation, Lufthansa, Etherlink, Sygnum Bank, and Spartan Group.
Prizes and Support
The prizes are designed to foster the growth of the winning startups in various aspects of their business development:
- Blockwall: A $400k soft-commitment for funding.
- Etherlink: Priority consideration for the Etherlink DeFi Catalyst Accelerator, with a chance to pitch for $200k+ of seed funding.
- CV Labs: $135k in funding, along with an opportunity via the CV Labs Accelerator Fast Track.
- Hacken: Up to $45k worth of audit & cybersecurity services.
- Solana: An expense-paid trip to Solana's Breakpoint Conference for the 1st Prize Winner.
- Sygnum: Access to the Ryse Web3 growth hub for 1 year.
- Lufthansa: CHF 1000 airline credit for the 1st prize winner.
- Spartan Group: 3 hours of mentorship for the top 3 winning startups.
- CVA: Free 1 year Startup Corporate Membership for the top three prize winners.
A standout feature of the competition is the VIP Investor & Startup Matchmaking Lunch hosted by the Mina Foundation. This exclusive event allows finalists and selected startups to form invaluable connections with investors, VCs, and accelerators, propelling their future growth.
The competition will be judged by distinguished figures from the blockchain and tech industry, including Benedek Orban from Crypto Valley Association, Bastian Wetzel from CV VC, Kurt Hemecker from the Mina Foundation, Philipp Vonmoos from Solana Foundation, and Max Schneider from Blockwall.
The Crypto Valley Conference is setting the stage for an event that not only highlights the potential of blockchain technology but also empowers startups to achieve new heights in innovation and success.
For more information about CVC24 and the Startup Pitch Competition, please visit our website.
About Crypto Valley Association
The Crypto Valley Association is an non-profit, non-governmental organization established to take full advantage of Switzerland’s strengths to build the world’s leading blockchain and cryptographic technologies ecosystem. Offering a space for blockchain startups, established businesses, and enthusiasts to come together, exchange ideas, and work together. Their efforts include supporting and linking startups and established firms by making policy suggestions, undertaking various projects in different sectors, kickstarting and facilitating research, and hosting conferences, hackathons, and similar industry gatherings.