Research Summary
The report introduces the Kickstarter Program by IOSG Ventures, a Developer-First initiative aimed at supporting developers and early-stage founders in the blockchain industry. The program offers capital investment, mentorship, and comprehensive support to help transform innovative ideas into impactful projects.
Key Takeaways
IOSG Ventures’ Vision and Commitment
- Supporting Blockchain Innovation: IOSG Ventures has a history of supporting projects that push the boundaries of blockchain technology. They aim to back the best founders with the best ideas, providing resources to ensure their success.
- Comprehensive Support: The Kickstarter Program offers capital investment up to $100,000, mentorship, product market fit feedback, community engagement, go-to-market strategy support, tokenomics development, and talent scouting.
Kickstarter Program’s Full Lifecycle Support
- Initial Assessment: The program conducts initial interviews to assess projects, identify needs, and determine how they can add value.
- Continuous Support: Upon admission, projects receive tailored support, including PMF discussions, preparation of materials, demo days, and fundraising support.
Ecosystem Building and Events
- Enhancing the Blockchain Ecosystem: The Kickstarter Program collaborates with promising ecosystem partners, offering direct investment, strategic connections, funding opportunities, and marketing support.
- Builders Jam: IOSG Ventures hosts a series of events such as meetups, workshops, hacker houses, and hackathons, providing a platform for developers to connect, learn, and collaborate.
IOSG Network and Old Friends Reunion
- Robust Portfolio: IOSG Ventures has built a diverse and robust portfolio since 2017, including industry leaders such as Celestia, EigenLayer, Nil Foundation, and Arbitrum.
- Old Friends Reunion: As a sub-brand of IOSG Ventures, Old Friends Reunion has held events over 6 years across various locations, strengthening connections with the IOSG Family.
Actionable Insights
- Explore the Kickstarter Program: Developers and early-stage founders in the blockchain industry should consider the Kickstarter Program for its comprehensive support and resources.
- Attend IOSG Ventures’ Events: Developers can benefit from attending IOSG Ventures’ events to connect with industry leaders, gain visibility, and leverage collective wisdom.
- Leverage IOSG Network: Developers and startups should leverage the IOSG network to connect with successful founders, gain mentorship, and explore potential collaborations.
