The Paris Blockchain Week Startup Competition, "Start in block", attracts top startups, entrepreneurs and investors.
Submissions are now open and close 28 February!
Held during PBW’s Investors and Founders Day, it showcases cutting-edge Web3 projects and entry to the competition is free!
In 2024, over 800 startups applied, with the top 100 reviewed by investors, and the final 10 pitching live to a jury.
Start today!Want to join this elite group? Entry is free, and with up to $10B in VC AUM and $10M in prizes, grants, and funding, there's a lot on the line!
*Eligibility criteria: Companies with less than $5 million in funding raised. Age: Less than 4 years
2024 saw some of the biggest names in the industry
contribute to this competition
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Pitch and convince
300+ VCs, Accelerators, Angels, and DAOs to back your project!
Gain priceless exposure
in front of thousands of people on the master stage!
Be one of 4 winners
prizes, funding, and grants from industry leaders.
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Startups: Show the world what you're made of
- Gain exposure to 300+ top VCs, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and the Web3 ecosystem.
- Receive coaching, feedback, and challenges from Web3 experts.
- Explore funding opportunities from reputable investors.
- Network directly with investors via our app for 1:1 meetings.
- Test your solution and sharpen your pitching skills.
- Compete for grants and prizes from sponsors, including free credits, coaching, devices, legal advice, and more!
- Finalists get a booth at the 2025 PBW Startup Village.
- Winners get a booth and speaking slot at PBW 2026.
- Access exclusive VIP investor events.
- Pitch to thousands on PBW's closing day!
How it works
1 - Submission
Now open! Close 28 February
Submissions are open exclusively to early-stage Web3 startups.
Eligibility criteria:
- Funding: Companies with less than $5 million in funding raised.
- Age: Less than 4 years old.
2 - selection
10th - 25th March 2025
Investors will select the 10 finalists to pitch, via the Top100 deal-flow.
Feedback Opportunity: Investors provide tips and feedback to the selected projects.
Finalist Announcement: The top 10 finalists will be officially announced on March 25th.
3 - startup pitch
10th April 2025 - Founders Stage
Founder Presentations: 10 Finalist founders will pitch their startup.
Q&A: Following each pitch, there will be a short Q&A session.
Jury's Insights: The jury's experts will share their views and ranking.
1-1 Discussions: Investors will have the opportunity for separate in-depth chat with the founders.
4 - Finals
10th April 2025 - Master Stage
Pitching Opportunity: The three winning founders will have the opportunity to pitch in front of Paris Blockchain Week Summit attendees.
Final Jury Evaluation: The last jury will evaluate the pitches and elect the final winner.
6 tracks to compete in
Our Jury
Meet the 2024 winners
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Investors: Be the first to discover the next big web3 startup
- Be the first to invest early in web3 startups with high potential.
- Get exclusive access to 100+ screened startup decks.
- Be part of the startup competition and help choose the 10 finalists who'll pitch on Investors Day.
- Connect and discuss tech and deals with 200+ founders and other investors.
- Join the pitch sessions from the 10 finalists and hear what the experts have to say.
Sponsor: Why just watch from the sidelines when you can SPONSOR the action?
- Join our jury to engage with cutting-edge startups, share your expertise, and position your brand as a thought leader while building strong connections with founders and investors.
- Boost your brand’s visibility and credibility by sponsoring a specific category, aligning with innovation, and making a tailored, lasting impact.
- Amplify your brand by offering bespoke prizes that engage top startups, expand your reach, and spark valuable collaborations.
- Unlock exclusive access to detailed insights on participating startups and talents, ideal for strategic partnerships and collaborations in Web3.
Industry Leaders, VCs, DAOs, Accelerators, Incubators, Angels, and web3 Communities who have previously partnered with us
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