Description

• Method: Founders can apply for the 16-week virtual accelerator program through the official website application form.
• Required Materials: A detailed application form and pitch deck outlining the team, project, market opportunity, and how it leverages Bitcoin technology (e.g., Ordinals, Lightning, Stacks, Rootstock, zk-Rollups) are required.
• Focus: They invest in tech to leverage the Bitcoin ecosystem, such as marketplaces, infrastructure, DeFi, and bridges, but do not fund NFT or Ordinal art collections. 

Eligibility

• Sector: Exclusively focused on the Bitcoin ecosystem and supporting new use cases for Bitcoin.
• Geography: The program is virtual, allowing international participation, with main funding locations in the U.S. and Hong Kong. 

Process

1. Online Submission: Applications are submitted online.
2. Review & Interviews: The team reviews applications individually, which can be time-intensive.
3. 16-Week Virtual Program: Accepted teams participate in a program covering fundraising, operations, co-founder relationships, and pitching via Discord and Zoom.
4. Mentorship: Exposure to industry experts and "Meet the Mentors" sessions.
5. Demo Day: The program concludes with a pitch to the fund's network of investors. 

What an Applicant can Obtain

• Capital: Access to early-stage funding and a network of experienced industry leaders.
• Perks: A travel subsidy to major Bitcoin conferences and access to experts in residence for technical and legal guidance.
• Community: Access to a private Discord server for communication with the team, mentors, and other program teams.