Cointelegraph Accelerator has announced it has collaborated with Injective, a layer-1 blockchain built for finance, to launch an acceleration program to support startups in the blockchain industry.
The program is designed to equip early-stage teams with the capital, resources and network access necessary to scale. The 12-week initiative offers a comprehensive advisory framework aside from financial backing. Participants receive both technical and strategic support, plus media execution and investor exposure.
Funding and mentorship
Each accepted project will receive a minimum of $10,000 in grants from the Injective Foundation. In addition, qualified candidates may be eligible for investments from a dedicated $1 million fund. Meanwhile, Cointelegraph Accelerator is committing up to $200,000 worth of media services per participant, including tailored campaigns across its global platform.
Participants will work closely with the Cointelegraph Accelerator team and its partner mentors, progressing through an intensive curriculum covering product assessment, business strategy, pitch development and go-to-market execution. Injective will offer mentorship for the project teams, focusing on navigating the ecosystem and providing developer support. Dedicated workshops and hands-on advisory sessions will be complemented by pitch deck reviews, investor training and marketing planning.
“I am honoured to lead the Cointelegraph Accelerator, overseeing strategic programs in collaboration with key ecosystem partners, such as Injective, to identify, invest in, and guide exceptional founders,” said Anthony Francis, head of program at Cointelegraph Accelerator. He added: “Our core focus is to empower tomorrow’s industry leaders to scale their businesses and achieve optimal product-market fit by leveraging Injective’s advanced technological capabilities.”
“I’m excited to see the Cointelegraph x Injective Accelerator Program kick off,” shared Eric Chen, co-founder of Injective. “This program is designed to give founders the kind of real-time, multi-angle feedback you can only get by connecting tech, finance, and media leaders in one place.”
Exposure to a global network
The program also includes exclusive access to Cointelegraph’s global network and Injective’s developer ecosystem, along with white-glove support for building within Injective. Startups will be able to engage directly with industry KOLs, gain visibility at conferences and demo days and benefit from long-term mentorship for up to 24 months after the program.
The initiative is targeting experienced teams that are building in the decentralized finance (DeFi) and financial technology space, with a particular focus on projects interested in building in the Injective ecosystem and utilizing Injective’s onchain order book infrastructure. Startups with demonstrated ability to ship, clear product-market fit and competitive positioning will be prioritized.
How to apply
Applications open on Aug. 11 and will be accepted through Oct. 17. The program itself will kick off on Nov. 3. Interested projects can visit the dedicated Cointelegraph Accelerator page to learn more about eligibility and apply.
With Injective and Cointelegraph Accelerator combining their networks, capital and operational support, the program offers a focused pathway for crypto startups to grow in a capital-efficient and visible way while aligning with a blockchain built specifically for finance.
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