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BFG Adrenaline - supercharge your Web3 startup with our accelerator program 

We provide up to €100k in financial support for each startup that we accelerate.

100% REMOTE, NO FEES, HIGHLY SELECTIVE

Application deadline: September 30, 2023, 8 PM CEST

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Deadline: Sept 30
6 Weeks Accelerator
Program Start: Oct 16
Cost: €0
Financial Support: €100k

Startup Acceleration

We help you accelerate your startup growth within an intensive 6-week program and then pitch to us and our investor network.

We Want The Best

We are looking for the most promising Web3 startups to accelerate your growth. Join from anywhere in the world!

Our Network

We count some of the brightest minds in the blockchain industry as partners, advisors, and investors. Be part of it!

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ACCELERATOR PROGRAM PREVIEW

Within intensive 6 weeks, we provide mentorship, access to our network, and financial support for next-generation startups

Web3, Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, Identity, Bitcoin Lightning, CO2 Compensation, Gaming, Metaverse, and Financial Inclusion

You can participate in our program from anywhere in the world.

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Step 1

Onboarding

Phase 1: Submit your startup details for a first assessment by your lead mentor. 

We will provide in-depth feedback on your status quo and a 6-week transformation roadmap.

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Step 2

Challenge & Kick-Off

Kick-off: In the first session, we will challenge your status quo and resolve concerns. 

Your lead mentor will present a 6-week plan with you and discuss and align on goals and expectations. 

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Step 3

Product Development (MVP)

Phase 2: We will have weekly touchpoints to discuss progress and the most important KPIs.

We will provide mentorship and advice on a high-frequency level multiple times a week. We can help in the areas of business model, technology, legal aspects, sales, and marketing. 

By the end of phase 2, you will have a solid Web3 business model and prepare for the pitching strategy.

Step 3
Step 4

Pitch Day and Community

Final week: Pitch in front of the BFG team!

If you are successful, you will have the chance to get financial support of €100,000 while gaining access to BFG's stellar network.

Step 4
the BFG portfolio day

The BFG Portfolio Day

Enjoy a lifetime membership within the BFG Family. 

OUR MISSION

Meet serial entrepreneurs and market-leading blockchain companies, while learning from the best

Our goal is to help you skyrocket your startup growth. By week 6 you will be ready for your funding round and to pitch to BFG to receive up to €100,000 in financial support. You will also have access to our investor network for additional financing.

In our previous cohorts, we have successfully built and launched 50+ Web3 startups. Some closed their seed round in less than 6 months. 

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Accelerate your startup

Blockchain Founders Group consists of serial entrepreneurs, CEOs, and blockchain experts. In 2021, we have established our best practices to accelerate Web3 startups within 6 weeks in the most efficient way.

Accelerate your startup's growth to new spheres with BFG Adrenaline. Get the chance to receive financial support of up to €100,000 from BFG and additional exposure to our investor network for further fundraising.

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Professional advisory

You will have weekly touch-points with us, a personal team mentor will guide you through the acceleration process and additionally, you will have access to our pool of professional advisors consisting of industry experts. 

Resulting in the most agile way to accelerate your startup's growth.

Only honest and timely feedback will help accelerate a startup and take your growth to the next level.

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OUR TEAM

Get admitted once and stay forever

Your BFG journey will not end with the accelerator program. You will gain access to our community platforms as lifetime members and get invited to exclusive events such as our BFG Family Day.

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OUR FOCUS

What is BFG Adrenaline looking for?

Early Stage Startups

A passionate leader who influences with a sense of empathy.

Growth potential

Your product or service should be highly scalable.

Product Market Fit

You should have an MVP with first signs of product market fit.

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Team

Ideally, your team consists of a marketing/sales expert and a tech expert.

Blockchain

Your startup needs to be in the Web3 sector and will ideally use blockchain technology.

Vision & Execution

As a team, you should have a clear vision and know how to achieve it.

Agility

You need to have a flexible mindset to adapt to the rapidly changing Web3 sector.

Passion

Passionate leaders who influence with a sense of empathy.

Focus areas of BFG Adrenaline

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Decentralized Finance (DeFi)

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
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NFTs

NFTs
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Metaverse and Web3

Metaverse and Web3
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DAOs and Governance

DAOs and Governance
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On-chain Analytics and Forensics

On-chain Analytics and Forensics
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Crypto Trading and Asset Management

Crypto Trading and Asset Management
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Dataverse and Data Monetization

Dataverse and Data Monetization
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Gaming

Gaming
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Bitcoin Lightning

Bitcoin Lightning
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CO2 Compensation

CO2 Compensation
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Web3 and Creator Economy

Web3 and Creator Economy
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Identity and Privacy Tech

Identity and Privacy Tech
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Financial Inclusion

Financial Inclusion
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Artificial Intelligence x Web3

Artificial Intelligence x Web3
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BFG Adrenaline
Application deadline: September 30
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Frequently asked questions

Will I receive compensation?

Adrenaline participants do not receive any salary or compensation. 

At the end of the program, you will pitch in front of the BFG team and we will determine which team will receive €100,000 as financial support for a small stake in your startup.

Does my country of residence matter?

Not at all. BFG as an organization works completely remotely with team members from across the globe. We liaise with CEOs, project managers, and IT professionals worldwide. Therefore, we do not discriminate based on place of residence and your country of residence does not matter as long as it is planet Earth!

However, our expertise is clearly in Central Europe - with a concentration in D/A/CH countries - and therefore, we will have a slight preference towards this area. BUT! Excellence and great entrepreneurs will always find a solution.

Do I need an idea? What if I have a team already?

For Adrenaline participants, we expect you to have an MVP with a certain level of confidence in your product! 

In the best case, you already have traction in the form of followers, users, revenue, or LOIs. 

Do I need to have a technical background?

No, you do not need to have a technical background. We form startup teams consisting of one CEO and one CTO. However, everybody needs to understand blockchain at a solid level and have intermediate practical experience. It is very important to understand that BFG is not there to educate you. We are not a university or research institute. Rather, we want to build companies that are ready to be funded by investors.

We can provide you with all the necessary industry knowledge, an excellent network, and funding. However, you will be the founder whose responsibilities cannot be outsourced to someone else.

When is the official start of the program?

We are looking for the most promising blockchain talents twice a year:

Spring cohort application phase: December - February
Spring cohort program phase: March - June


Fall cohort application phase: June - August
Fall cohort program phase: September - December