1-2 OCTOBER 2025
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

The World’s largest crypto startup competition

Pitch for prizes, meet top web3 investors, and take the global stage. This is where breakout startups are born.

Applications now closed
500+  Applicants
10  Finalists
1  Global Stage
500+  Applicants
10  Finalists
1  Global Stage
500+  Applicants
10  Finalists
1  Global Stage
500+  Applicants
10  Finalists
1  Global Stage

Meet the NEXUS judges

Our judges are shaping the future of crypto — and will choose the winner who’s announced live on TOKEN2049’s main stage as the next big name in web3.

Tom Schmidt
General partner
Tom Schmidt
Akshat Vaidya
Managing PartnER
Akshat Vaidya
Nihal Maunder
pARTNER
NIhal Maunder

Your stage. Your moment.

Pitch for $100K+ in prizes, meet top web3 investors, and take the global stage. This is where breakout startups are born.

Arthur Hayes at TOKEN2049

Meet Industry Leaders

Direct access to industry leaders at our exclusive Speaker networking events and lounges

Audience at TOKEN2049

Get Global Exposure

Exposure to global media and VCs actively looking for their next investment

Attendee at TOKEN2049

Showcase at TOKEN2049

A dedicated startup stand at TOKEN2049 Singapore

Frequently Asked Questions

WHY SHOULD A FOUNDER APPLY FOR TOKEN2049 NEXUS?

As a Top 10 Finalist, you will get access to:

  • Opportunity to win a 100K+ in prize pool — supported by AWS and CoinTelegraph
  • Complimentary startup stand at TOKEN2049 Singapore
  • Full access to TOKEN2049 on 1 - 2 October
  • All the perks of being a TOKEN2049 speaker, which includes access to exclusive speaker reception, networking drinks, lounges, and more.
  • 3 Complimentary tickets for your team and network
  • Photography and session recordings from their on-stage pitch
  • Marketing amplification from TOKEN2049 in the lead up to the event, as well as post-event coverage
Does it cost anything to participate?

Applying is free, and selection is merit-based. The jury will be able to make offers to invest outside of the prize grant.

Is my startup application confidential?

Yes, your application will be kept confidential and shared with the TOKEN2049 NEXUS review committee only.

How does TOKEN2049 define 'early-stage' startup?

Companies must have been incorporated from 2023 onwards and raised less than $5M USD in investments.

Will TOKEN2049 interview me during the application process?

Due to the volume of applications, we do not have a formal interview round. Where more details are required, we may interview applicants.

There is a video required for the application. What is TOKEN2049 looking for?

Show us your product working in real-time! This is the best way to convey the value you are looking to showcase on the TOKEN2049 NEXUS stage. Feel free to use your phone or screen grabs to record the video – production quality isn’t important, the key is to see your working product in action.

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