🔥 Big update for founders!
Remember our popular Blockchain Grants Program list?
Now we’ve published a brand new blog article where you’ll not only find the latest list of 30+ active blockchain grants for 2025, but also practical insights — including the most common mistakes founders make when applying for grants and how to avoid them.
Don’t miss out! Save weeks of research and discover non-dilutive funding options, proven tips, and verified links to real grant programs.
👇 Read the full article and get the grant list here
Remember our popular Blockchain Grants Program list?
Now we’ve published a brand new blog article where you’ll not only find the latest list of 30+ active blockchain grants for 2025, but also practical insights — including the most common mistakes founders make when applying for grants and how to avoid them.
Don’t miss out! Save weeks of research and discover non-dilutive funding options, proven tips, and verified links to real grant programs.
👇 Read the full article and get the grant list here
InnMind Blog: Fundraising & Growth for Web3 + AI Startups
Web3 Grants 2025: 50+ Active Blockchain Funding Programs
Funding a Web3 startup in 2025 is harder than ever, but blockchain grants remain a real alternative. This guide covers 50+ active crypto grant programs, common mistakes, and how to maximise your fundraising with InnMind’s up-to-date list.
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🚨 Bitcoin dips after Trump vs Musk feud… but is it really a red flag?
Bitcoin dropped nearly 5% in a single day, triggered not by market fundamentals but by a public spat between Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Price tumbled from ~$105K to ~$100.5K before bouncing back slightly. Long positions were wrecked — over $800M liquidated across crypto markets. Even Tesla stock took a hit.
But here’s the thing👇
This isn’t a trend reversal. It’s a classic case of news-driven panic + over-leveraged bets collapsing. No underlying shift in Web3 demand. No macro collapse.
💡 Historically, Bitcoin rebounds within days or weeks after emotional crashes — unless followed by real bad news.
This event won’t stop smart capital from flowing into Web3. If anything, it filters noise. Builders and long-term investors see it as a temporary shake, not a change in direction.
🔄 Zoom out. Focus on value. Timing the market ≠ building the future.
🧠 On InnMind, Web3 startups are still raising, building, and scaling — even through the noise. Join the platform where serious founders meet active crypto VCs.
Bitcoin dropped nearly 5% in a single day, triggered not by market fundamentals but by a public spat between Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Price tumbled from ~$105K to ~$100.5K before bouncing back slightly. Long positions were wrecked — over $800M liquidated across crypto markets. Even Tesla stock took a hit.
But here’s the thing👇
This isn’t a trend reversal. It’s a classic case of news-driven panic + over-leveraged bets collapsing. No underlying shift in Web3 demand. No macro collapse.
💡 Historically, Bitcoin rebounds within days or weeks after emotional crashes — unless followed by real bad news.
This event won’t stop smart capital from flowing into Web3. If anything, it filters noise. Builders and long-term investors see it as a temporary shake, not a change in direction.
🔄 Zoom out. Focus on value. Timing the market ≠ building the future.
🧠 On InnMind, Web3 startups are still raising, building, and scaling — even through the noise. Join the platform where serious founders meet active crypto VCs.
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Crypto Bulls Get Liquidated by $800M as Trump-Musk Tussle Rattles BTC, ETH, XRP and Others
Exchanges like Bybit and Binance saw the biggest hits, with Bybit alone accounting for nearly $354 million in liquidations.
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🚀 New exclusive offer for InnMind community!
dApps founders, your infrastructure just got a serious upgrade opportunity. dRPC — the trusted Web3 infra provider — just launched a sponsorship program through InnMind, and it’s 🔥.
If your dApp gets selected, here’s what you unlock:
💸 $500 in NodeCloud credit
💯 70% off for the first 6 months
🔐 30% off forever if you keep the “Powered by dRPC” badge
📣 Co-marketing with dRPC (yes, exposure!)
NodeCloud is a headache-free RPC solution that gives you instant access to API endpoints across 97 blockchains and 178 networks. No delays. No surprises. Just scale and ship.
👉 The only ask? Display a small “Powered by dRPC” badge in your app footer.
🟠 Spots are limited — and filling fast. Don’t sleep on this.
🔗 Apply now via InnMind Perks Club
dApps founders, your infrastructure just got a serious upgrade opportunity. dRPC — the trusted Web3 infra provider — just launched a sponsorship program through InnMind, and it’s 🔥.
If your dApp gets selected, here’s what you unlock:
💸 $500 in NodeCloud credit
💯 70% off for the first 6 months
🔐 30% off forever if you keep the “Powered by dRPC” badge
📣 Co-marketing with dRPC (yes, exposure!)
NodeCloud is a headache-free RPC solution that gives you instant access to API endpoints across 97 blockchains and 178 networks. No delays. No surprises. Just scale and ship.
👉 The only ask? Display a small “Powered by dRPC” badge in your app footer.
🟠 Spots are limited — and filling fast. Don’t sleep on this.
🔗 Apply now via InnMind Perks Club
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🚀 $200K + mainnet launch opportunity? Here’s a hackathon worth building for
Builders, here’s something worth checking out👇
HyperHack by Metis is a global online hackathon focused on building at the intersection of real-time tech, AI, and Web3 and it’s still open for applications.
What’s in it for you?
⚡️ $200,000 in total prizes
⚡️ Access to Hyperion: Metis’ high-speed L2 infra
⚡️ Hands-on mentorship from experts
⚡️ Early mainnet launch support
It’s running for 3 months, giving founders and dev teams time to build, test, and scale something meaningful, not just a quick MVP.
🗓 Apply by June 15th
👉 Learn how to join
🧩 Use this referral link to register: Metis Forum Invite
Let’s build smarter, not louder 🛠
Builders, here’s something worth checking out👇
HyperHack by Metis is a global online hackathon focused on building at the intersection of real-time tech, AI, and Web3 and it’s still open for applications.
What’s in it for you?
⚡️ $200,000 in total prizes
⚡️ Access to Hyperion: Metis’ high-speed L2 infra
⚡️ Hands-on mentorship from experts
⚡️ Early mainnet launch support
It’s running for 3 months, giving founders and dev teams time to build, test, and scale something meaningful, not just a quick MVP.
🗓 Apply by June 15th
👉 Learn how to join
🧩 Use this referral link to register: Metis Forum Invite
Let’s build smarter, not louder 🛠
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🎁 New deal in the InnMind Perks Club: Power up your Web3 marketing stack!
We keep boosting our Perks Club with high-value tools and exclusive deals to help Web3 startups grow smarter, faster, and stronger.
Today, we’re adding a trusted name in the email & automation game — GetResponse.
📬 What’s in it for Web3 builders?
GetResponse is not just an email tool — it’s an entire growth ecosystem. Perfect for lean teams who want:
✅ 30+ tools to grow their business
✅ Automation to keep communities engaged
✅ Seamless onboarding flows & lead magnets
✅ 125+ integrations
✅ Full multi-language support in 10+ languages
🧪 Test it with a 30-day free trial and see how it fits your funnel.
✨ Start scaling like a pro. You're building the future — let your tools keep up.
We keep boosting our Perks Club with high-value tools and exclusive deals to help Web3 startups grow smarter, faster, and stronger.
Today, we’re adding a trusted name in the email & automation game — GetResponse.
📬 What’s in it for Web3 builders?
GetResponse is not just an email tool — it’s an entire growth ecosystem. Perfect for lean teams who want:
✅ 30+ tools to grow their business
✅ Automation to keep communities engaged
✅ Seamless onboarding flows & lead magnets
✅ 125+ integrations
✅ Full multi-language support in 10+ languages
🧪 Test it with a 30-day free trial and see how it fits your funnel.
✨ Start scaling like a pro. You're building the future — let your tools keep up.
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🚨 Crypto VC Deals Hit a Low in May… But the Game’s Not Over
May 2025 saw the lowest number of Web3 VC deals since Jan 2021.
VC cash flow? Down. Hype? ❌ Gone. Panic? Not here.
Because here’s the twist
🧠 Over $9B has already been invested in crypto startups this year, just halfway through 2025. That’s almost the entire 2024 total. VCs just got smarter.
So, where is the capital flowing now? 💡3 HOT VC THEMES:
▪️ AI x Crypto: Smarter contracts, automated workflows — real value beyond buzzwords.
▪️ Next-gen Trading Platforms: Investors love platforms that let traders compete, turning the chaotic world of crypto trading into a gamified, engaging experience.
▪️ User-Friendly Crypto Apps: It’s all about simplicity. Apps that help regular people store, send, and use crypto without needing a PhD in blockchain.
💬 What does it mean for founders?
No more chasing buzzwords. If your product is clear, usable, and solves a real problem, you're in the game. The VC bar is higher, but the upside is bigger 🚀
May 2025 saw the lowest number of Web3 VC deals since Jan 2021.
VC cash flow? Down. Hype? ❌ Gone. Panic? Not here.
Because here’s the twist
🧠 Over $9B has already been invested in crypto startups this year, just halfway through 2025. That’s almost the entire 2024 total. VCs just got smarter.
So, where is the capital flowing now? 💡3 HOT VC THEMES:
▪️ AI x Crypto: Smarter contracts, automated workflows — real value beyond buzzwords.
▪️ Next-gen Trading Platforms: Investors love platforms that let traders compete, turning the chaotic world of crypto trading into a gamified, engaging experience.
▪️ User-Friendly Crypto Apps: It’s all about simplicity. Apps that help regular people store, send, and use crypto without needing a PhD in blockchain.
💬 What does it mean for founders?
No more chasing buzzwords. If your product is clear, usable, and solves a real problem, you're in the game. The VC bar is higher, but the upside is bigger 🚀
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😂 Friday Fun-Chain: Kick-off the Weekend with Web3 Jokes
Week’s done, Git pushes are green, and the market’s (probably) red. Time to lighten the node ⛓️👇
“I asked a VC for seed money. They sent me a crate of avocados, said they only fund organic growth.” 🥑
“Why don’t Web3 founders play hide-and-seek? Because every move is on-chain.” 🧐
“NFT dating: you both swipe right, but the gas fee costs more than the dinner.” 💸
“Bear market? I renamed my portfolio ‘JPEG’ because it just keeps getting compressed.” 📉
“Proof-of-Work is me explaining blockchain to my parents: huge energy usage, zero consensus.” ⚡️
“Startups are like smart contracts: if the logic’s wrong, you’ll only know after it goes live.” 🚀
“The only thing more volatile than crypto prices is the Wi-Fi at a Web3 conference.” 📶
🤔 Your turn: drop your own crypto punchline in the comments or smash 😂 if any of these hit your funny hash. Let’s wrap up the week with good vibes and roll into the weekend ready to BUIDL stronger on Monday! 💪
Week’s done, Git pushes are green, and the market’s (probably) red. Time to lighten the node ⛓️👇
“I asked a VC for seed money. They sent me a crate of avocados, said they only fund organic growth.” 🥑
“Why don’t Web3 founders play hide-and-seek? Because every move is on-chain.” 🧐
“NFT dating: you both swipe right, but the gas fee costs more than the dinner.” 💸
“Bear market? I renamed my portfolio ‘JPEG’ because it just keeps getting compressed.” 📉
“Proof-of-Work is me explaining blockchain to my parents: huge energy usage, zero consensus.” ⚡️
“Startups are like smart contracts: if the logic’s wrong, you’ll only know after it goes live.” 🚀
“The only thing more volatile than crypto prices is the Wi-Fi at a Web3 conference.” 📶
🤔 Your turn: drop your own crypto punchline in the comments or smash 😂 if any of these hit your funny hash. Let’s wrap up the week with good vibes and roll into the weekend ready to BUIDL stronger on Monday! 💪
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💥 Airstrikes, Panic Sellers, Fast Rebounds: A Full Breakdown of the Crypto Market
📉 Over the weekend, US strikes on Iranian targets rattled investors. Bitcoin slipped below $99 000, the lowest since early May. By Monday, the bid returned, lifting BTC back to the $101-102 K zone. Most majors followed suit: ETH eased ≈0.5 %, XRP lost up to 4 %.
🔎 What this tells us
▪️ The market is acting more mature. Sharp dips are met by equally sharp recoveries, showing deeper liquidity and cooler heads.
▪️ Technically, BTC is coiling between $100 K and $107 K. Breakouts will hinge on macro news or fresh geopolitical shocks.
📈 Scenarios ahead
▪️ Calmer headlines could pull BTC toward $107-112 K.
▪️ New flashpoints may drive fresh sell-offs, yet recent price action proves buyers are waiting below.
💼 How it shapes decisions
👤 Cautious newcomers often pause or trim positions to “wait it out”. Nothing wrong with risk control.
👤 Seasoned holders frame every 5-10 % dip as dry-powder season. They price in volatility, not fear it.
👤 Funds and big pockets map moves to long-range themes: infra growth, AI x blockchain, corporate adoption. They add only when stability returns.
Startups succeed when they rise above the noise. Show product traction, ship updates, keep investor comms transparent – that steadiness beats market mood swings.
📌 Bottom line:
shocks grab headlines, but the underlying trend is neither broken nor euphoric. Treat fear as discounted entry, stay mission-focused, and make volatility your strategic lever. Founders who keep shipping in messy markets earn the spotlight when calm returns.
📉 Over the weekend, US strikes on Iranian targets rattled investors. Bitcoin slipped below $99 000, the lowest since early May. By Monday, the bid returned, lifting BTC back to the $101-102 K zone. Most majors followed suit: ETH eased ≈0.5 %, XRP lost up to 4 %.
🔎 What this tells us
▪️ The market is acting more mature. Sharp dips are met by equally sharp recoveries, showing deeper liquidity and cooler heads.
▪️ Technically, BTC is coiling between $100 K and $107 K. Breakouts will hinge on macro news or fresh geopolitical shocks.
📈 Scenarios ahead
▪️ Calmer headlines could pull BTC toward $107-112 K.
▪️ New flashpoints may drive fresh sell-offs, yet recent price action proves buyers are waiting below.
💼 How it shapes decisions
👤 Cautious newcomers often pause or trim positions to “wait it out”. Nothing wrong with risk control.
👤 Seasoned holders frame every 5-10 % dip as dry-powder season. They price in volatility, not fear it.
👤 Funds and big pockets map moves to long-range themes: infra growth, AI x blockchain, corporate adoption. They add only when stability returns.
Startups succeed when they rise above the noise. Show product traction, ship updates, keep investor comms transparent – that steadiness beats market mood swings.
📌 Bottom line:
shocks grab headlines, but the underlying trend is neither broken nor euphoric. Treat fear as discounted entry, stay mission-focused, and make volatility your strategic lever. Founders who keep shipping in messy markets earn the spotlight when calm returns.
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🔧 This Free Tool Could Save Your Token Launch
Web3 founders don’t fail because of bad tech. They fail because, on paper, their tokenomics look great — until they hit the market.
AlphaMind’s ROI Simulator helps you see the investor reality behind your unlock schedules — before launch, not after the damage.
📥 Plug in your vesting model.
📈 Visualise ROI over time.
📊 Stress-test unlocks under real market conditions.
✅ No guesswork. Just clarity.
💡 Already used in VC calls, launchpad reviews, and live audits to win trust.
👉 Want to avoid the classic TGE crash? Read the breakdown & try the tool for free.
Web3 founders don’t fail because of bad tech. They fail because, on paper, their tokenomics look great — until they hit the market.
AlphaMind’s ROI Simulator helps you see the investor reality behind your unlock schedules — before launch, not after the damage.
📥 Plug in your vesting model.
📈 Visualise ROI over time.
📊 Stress-test unlocks under real market conditions.
✅ No guesswork. Just clarity.
💡 Already used in VC calls, launchpad reviews, and live audits to win trust.
👉 Want to avoid the classic TGE crash? Read the breakdown & try the tool for free.
InnMind Blog: Fundraising & Growth for Web3 + AI Startups
ROI Simulator: The Smart Tokenomics Tool Every Web3 Founder Needs
Discover the AlphaMind ROI Simulator, the essential tokenomics tool for Web3 founders. Simulate token unlocks, investor ROI, and market impact before launch to avoid costly mistakes and build investor trust.
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⚠️ Founders, tired of investors ghosting you? 🤨
Web3 deal volume in 2025 dropped from 1,200 to just 300 per quarter.
The odds are brutal.
But still most rejections aren’t about market conditions.
They’re about red flags in your pitch that VCs see (but you DON’T).
We trained an AI fundraising coach on thousands of VC rejections to help you finally understand what’s wrong with your fundraising.
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Limited to 100 beta testers from InnMind.
Web3 deal volume in 2025 dropped from 1,200 to just 300 per quarter.
The odds are brutal.
But still most rejections aren’t about market conditions.
They’re about red flags in your pitch that VCs see (but you DON’T).
We trained an AI fundraising coach on thousands of VC rejections to help you finally understand what’s wrong with your fundraising.
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💸 Fundraising in Web3: it’s not just hard — sometimes it feels absurd.
From clueless investor calls to pitch deck déjà vus, founders often find themselves in surreal situations. It’s funny… until you’re living it.
🎥 Watch this video and tell us it doesn't feel too real.
Whether you're chasing that first cheque or surviving rejection — remember: every great founder went through this chaos.
Stay sharp, stay persistent, and keep building. Your moment will come 🔥
From clueless investor calls to pitch deck déjà vus, founders often find themselves in surreal situations. It’s funny… until you’re living it.
🎥 Watch this video and tell us it doesn't feel too real.
Whether you're chasing that first cheque or surviving rejection — remember: every great founder went through this chaos.
Stay sharp, stay persistent, and keep building. Your moment will come 🔥
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🧭 Startup Founders, this one's a goldmine!
If you're building a web3 startup, understanding metrics isn’t just “nice to have” — it's mission-critical.
The crew at Speedinvest Pirates dropped a free 47-page guide on startup metrics that covers:
✅ Product-Market Fit signals
✅ CAC, LTV, Churn explained simply
✅ Metric frameworks for B2B vs B2C
✅ The “North Star” metric strategy
✅ Fundraising metrics investors actually care about
Forget fluffy blogs — this is founder-first, no-BS content from operators who’ve scaled.
📘 Grab the PDF: The Ultimate Guide to Startup Metrics
🚀 Hungry for more resources like this?
Join the InnMind community — your hub for tools, insights, and connections tailored for web3 founders.
If you're building a web3 startup, understanding metrics isn’t just “nice to have” — it's mission-critical.
The crew at Speedinvest Pirates dropped a free 47-page guide on startup metrics that covers:
✅ Product-Market Fit signals
✅ CAC, LTV, Churn explained simply
✅ Metric frameworks for B2B vs B2C
✅ The “North Star” metric strategy
✅ Fundraising metrics investors actually care about
Forget fluffy blogs — this is founder-first, no-BS content from operators who’ve scaled.
📘 Grab the PDF: The Ultimate Guide to Startup Metrics
🚀 Hungry for more resources like this?
Join the InnMind community — your hub for tools, insights, and connections tailored for web3 founders.
GitHub
documentos/EBOOK - The Ultimate Guide to Startup Metrics - Speedinvest Pirates.pdf at master · openlawyer/documentos
Contribute to openlawyer/documentos development by creating an account on GitHub.
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📈 Web3 Investment Momentum is Back On Track
In June 2025, Web3 startups secured $1.15B across 140 deals — a steady rise in both capital (+3%) and deal flow (+9%) compared to May.
But the bigger story❓Q1 2025 saw $3.8B invested in crypto & blockchain startups — a massive 138% leap from Q4 2024.
This isn’t just a rebound. It’s a signal: VCs are actively backing new projects again.
💡 Despite market noise, investor appetite for early-stage Web3 is alive and growing. Deal sizes are increasing. Trust is rebuilding.
Founders — if you’re building something real, now’s a damn good time to go raise.
👀 Just don’t wait for “perfect market timing.” Keep building. Keep pitching. The wave is forming.
In June 2025, Web3 startups secured $1.15B across 140 deals — a steady rise in both capital (+3%) and deal flow (+9%) compared to May.
But the bigger story❓Q1 2025 saw $3.8B invested in crypto & blockchain startups — a massive 138% leap from Q4 2024.
This isn’t just a rebound. It’s a signal: VCs are actively backing new projects again.
💡 Despite market noise, investor appetite for early-stage Web3 is alive and growing. Deal sizes are increasing. Trust is rebuilding.
Founders — if you’re building something real, now’s a damn good time to go raise.
👀 Just don’t wait for “perfect market timing.” Keep building. Keep pitching. The wave is forming.
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3 Web3 Games Burned $20M+ in 2025 — Here's What Killed Them
These weren’t memecoins or weekend hacks.
Nyan Heroes, Blast Royale, and Rumble Kong League raised millions, had serious teams and hype... and still shut down in 2025.
We broke down:
⚡️What they promised
⚡️Where they collapsed
⚡️What lessons founders must learn in 2025
📩 Founders — if you're building in Web3 or AI, message us. We'll share the “Pre-Fail Checklist” we use with our incubated teams.
These weren’t memecoins or weekend hacks.
Nyan Heroes, Blast Royale, and Rumble Kong League raised millions, had serious teams and hype... and still shut down in 2025.
We broke down:
⚡️What they promised
⚡️Where they collapsed
⚡️What lessons founders must learn in 2025
📩 Founders — if you're building in Web3 or AI, message us. We'll share the “Pre-Fail Checklist” we use with our incubated teams.
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