Core VenturesA Bitcoin-driven Venture Fund has launched a new accelerator program, BTC-Fi – An accelerator designed to stimulate innovation at the intersection of Bitcoin and Decentralized Finance (Defi).
This 14-week external accelerator offers up to $ 100k in financing, hands-on mentorship and access to a huge industrial network to help founders from day 1.
Applications are now open And will close at the end of August. Web3 builders who innovate in BTC Defi are very encouraged to apply
Why this accelerator and why now?
Core is an EVM-compatible layer-1 blockchain that is specially built as Bitcoin’s complementary and hyper-scalable smart contract platform. By using the protection of Bitcoin and switching on self-wide bitcoin deployment, Core BTC unlocks as a productive active within defi-ecosystems. This enables developers to build decentralized applications that immediately make use of the liquidity and security of Bitcoin, which extends what is possible with the world’s most familiar digital active.
This proven gear framework helps teams to quickly move from idea to product market at an early stage. The founder-first approach includes operational support, offering tailor-made guidelines for product development, tokenomics, go-to-market version, legal structuring and the willingness of investment. This philosophy-oriented philosophy is how each startup cohort is fed, with a cooperation and growth-oriented mindset: “We only succeed if our founders succeed.”
Focus areas: what we are looking for
This program is based on a clear thesis: supporting the fundamental Defi pillars that will form the core ecosystem and meet the requirements of the next wave of adoption. We support teams with high impact products that unlock new Bitcoin utilities within Defi.
Eight teams will be selected, where Core Ventures up to $ 100,000 in financing are used for those who are most tailored to Core’s long -term vision and demonstrate a strong version.
If you build in one of the following categories, this is your call to apply:
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Proceeds protocols: Platforms that make it simple, safe and accessible for everyday users to achieve passive return on BTC. This includes expanding, borrowing or new mechanisms for yield generation that are native to the core.
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Defi -trading applications: Fast, scalable and user-friendly trade tools designed for modern crypto participants. We are particularly interested in high -speed and intuitive frontends that improve access to Defi without endangering decentralization.
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Launch platforms: Tools that simplify and democratize token or product launch. The best lower the entry threshold for both makers and users, while aligning incentives and promote the long -term value.
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High-Yield Growth experiments: Fat with fat -printed experiments in stimulation design that can stimulate early traction and scale while evolving into sustainable economy. If you innovate around creative growthmole or new reward models, we want to see it.
Selective investment and on founder -focused support
A total of eight teams will be selected to participate in the program. All selected teams get access to:
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Hands-on gear and mentoring of core ventures
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Connections with Core Ventures VCs, Mentors, Developer Ecosystem, Tooling and Partners
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Strategic support for token design, product, legal, growth and fundraising
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Visibility of investors through exposure to demo day
In addition, Core Ventures will use up to $ 100,000 in financing to select teams that show strong coordination with the long -term vision of Core and the potential to stimulate a meaningful impact within the ecosystem. Financing will be allocated on the basis of implementation, technical strength and fit of founders, with a focus on support teams that deliver a real value over time.
How you can apply and what you can expect
The application window runs for six weeks, from July 21, and closes at the end of August. The program starts in Q3 2025 and runs virtually for 14 weeks, with customized weekly support and a last demo day.
To apply, founders must submit a pitch -deck, product roadmap, team information and why their idea is in accordance with Core’s vision and the focus of this accelerator. Early entries are encouraged for feedback and early conversations.
Participate – A call for builders
This accelerator is an opportunity to build in crypto together with two of the most aligned and founder-oriented forces. If you make the next border of Bitcoin Defi, yield generation, viral launches or Rune tools, we want to hear from you.
Register here: Application form
For questions, contact:
Core is the Bitcoin Everything Chain, which transforms inactive Bitcoin into a productive, yield -generating that Bitcoin Defi is in force. Core’s self-coasting Bitcoin deployment enables holders to timelock Bitcoin directly on the Bitcoin blockchain to earn rewards without taking a new risk. This confidential yield mechanism helps to secure the powerful, EVM-compatible core blockchain, where users have access to a growing universe of Bitcoin-oriented decentralized applications.
Core Powers first of the type of products such as Valor’s yielding Bitcoin ETP and LSTBTC-De first liquid, yield-generating Bitcoin assets. The network supports more than $ 500 million in Defi TVL, supported by 7,000+ Timelocked Bitcoin and ~ 75% of Bitcoin Mining Hash Power.
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The information in this press release is not a request for investments, nor is it intended as investment advice, financial advice or trade advice. It is highly recommended to practice due diligence, including consultation with a professional financial adviser, before you invest in or trade in cryptocurrency and effects.
