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Alliance Crypto & AI Accelerator

by Alliance

Leading crypto & AI accelerator providing Rs. 4.5 Crore funding for product-market fit.

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Who this is for
  • AI, crypto or Web3 founders at any stage, including those with prior funding.

About this scheme

Alliance Crypto & AI Accelerator is a prominent program designed to help crypto and AI startups achieve product-market fit. Alliance, known for its deep expertise in the Web3 and AI ecosystems, has a proven track record of nurturing high-potential startups. Their mandate is to identify and empower visionary founders who are building the next generation of decentralized and intelligent technologies. The program functions as a leading accelerator and a community for founders in these cutting-edge technology sectors, aiming to partner with exceptional founders globally, supporting a wide spectrum of crypto involvement, from deeply crypto-native projects to fintechs, payment APIs, and AI products.

The program provides Rs. 4.5 Crore (approximately $500k USD) in immediate funding to all admitted startups. This investment is structured as a SAFE at a $5M post-money valuation, uniquely including a 1:1.25 token side letter, offering a significant advantage for crypto-native projects by aligning incentives with future token appreciation. This immediate capital injection is designed to remove early financial hurdles, allowing founders to focus entirely on rapid product iteration and market validation. Founders receive funds swiftly, typically within one to two weeks after acceptance, completion of KYC, and verification of payment details.

Funding can be utilized to advance product development, refine go-to-market strategies, and support operational needs critical for growth. Beyond capital, Alliance offers significant non-monetary support through a 10-week program. The immersive program is meticulously crafted, commencing with an intense 2-week in-person residency in New York City, fostering deep connections among cohort members and Alliance mentors. This is followed by 8 weeks of remote engagement, featuring personalized weekly check-ins, specialized workshops, and lectures from industry veterans and successful entrepreneurs. The curriculum is tailored to address key challenges in scaling crypto and AI ventures, including regulatory navigation, tokenomics, smart contract security, and AI model deployment. The program culminates in a Demo Day where startups present to leading VCs, angels, and experts.

Post-program, graduates join an exclusive, high-impact community of fellow Alliance alumni, mentors, and investors, providing ongoing peer support and networking opportunities. Alliance also strategically partners with leading technology providers to offer substantial operational cost savings, including over 90 deals on essential services like cloud computing from Anthropic, AWS, Google Cloud, and OpenAI. Recognizing the global nature of innovation, Alliance further supports international founders by providing guidance on visa and immigration processes through its network of specialized legal counsel, ensuring top talent can build and thrive.

Who can apply

  • Alliance seeks out ambitious startups at various stages of development, from nascent ideas to those with initial traction, provided they are fundamentally building within the dynamic crypto or artificial intelligence sectors.
  • This broad scope ensures that whether a startup is developing a foundational blockchain protocol, an innovative DeFi application, a groundbreaking AI-powered fintech solution, a secure payment API, or a B2B SaaS platform leveraging AI, they are considered.
  • The program highly values founder talent and vision, and therefore, welcomes solo founders.
  • This commitment to supporting individual brilliance recognizes that transformative ideas often begin with a single dedicated visionary, providing them with the resources and community typically associated with larger teams.

Benefits & funding

Headline support

Up to Rs. 4.5 Cr

  • 4.5 Crore (~$500k USD) funding via SAFE with 1:1.25 token side letter.
  • A 10-week program includes a 2-week NYC residency, 8 weeks remote (weekly check-ins, workshops, lectures).
  • Features tailored curriculum, Demo Day, alumni community access, networking, over 90 deals on cloud credits (AWS, Google Cloud, OpenAI), and visa/immigration legal guidance.

How the application process works

The journey below is informational, compiled from the official program guidelines. Applications are submitted directly with Alliance, in your own name.

  1. 1

    Applications undergo a rigorous initial review by Alliance mentors (within one week).

  2. 2

    Promising teams are invited for a focused 15-minute Zoom interview.

  3. 3

    Final decisions are communicated via email within 1-2 business days post-interview.

Want a second pair of eyes before you submit?IncorpX provides assistance for structuring proposals and organising the paperwork this process expects.

Documents checklist 5

  • Application Form
  • Pitch Deck / Project Overview
  • KYC Documents (for funding)
  • Bank Account / Payment Details
  • Company Incorporation Documents

Need help getting these in order? IncorpX provides assistance for incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST registrations along with document preparation.

Official application

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Applications are submitted directly with Alliance, in your own name. Share a few details and we will point you to the official application portal and help you prepare a complete submission.

Free. IncorpX provides assistance for preparation; selection rests with Alliance.

Frequently asked questions

Who should apply?

Startups working in crypto, AI, fintech, or stablecoins are eligible, ranging from solo founders with unbuilt ideas to teams that have already secured millions in funding.

Does the program provide funding?

Yes, Alliance offers Rs. 4.5 Crore (approximately $500k USD) in funding to all admitted startups, structured as a SAFE at a $5M post-money valuation with a 1:1.25 token side letter.

What is the program's cost or duration?

The program is entirely free to participate in and lasts for 10 weeks, comprising a 2-week in-person onboarding in NYC and an 8-week remote phase.

Can solo founders apply?

Yes, solo founders are absolutely encouraged to apply, and several top-performing startups in previous cohorts were founded by individuals.

What is the application timeline?

Applications are reviewed year-round, with interview decisions made within two weeks of submission and final decisions communicated 1-2 days after the interview.

Important disclaimer

IncorpX is a private platform operated by a private company. It is not a government department, agency or official portal, and it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government body or of any organisation, incubator, accelerator, investor or partner listed in this directory. All program names, logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only.

This directory is compiled from publicly available official sources and is provided for general information only. It does not constitute legal, financial, tax or professional advice. Funding amounts, eligibility criteria, required documents, deadlines and availability are determined by each program authority and change with every cycle, so the details shown here may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm the current terms on the official program source before you apply or take any decision.

IncorpX charges no fee for the information in this directory and does not collect, process, lodge or submit any application on your behalf. Applications are made by you, in your own name, directly with the respective program authority. IncorpX provides assistance only for application preparation and for related registrations such as company incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME (Udyam) and GST. Eligibility, approval, disbursement and selection rest solely with the respective program authority, and IncorpX makes no representation or guarantee as to any outcome.

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