Crewsphere: ICP India hub launches Groundbreaking Initiatives to Empower Web3 Entrepreneurs in India

Crewsphere: ICP India hub launches Groundbreaking Initiatives to Empower Web3 Entrepreneurs in India

Crewsphere, a pioneering force in the integration of Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 technologies, is thrilled to announce a series of innovative initiatives designed to nurture and support the burgeoning Web3 entrepreneurial ecosystem in India. As the official India Hub of the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP), Crewsphere is dedicated to decentralizing the Internet through blockchain technology, fostering innovation, and cultivating the next generation of Web3 leaders.

1. Nationwide Hackathons in Leading Indian Colleges and Universities

Crewsphere is set to conduct multiple hackathons across India’s premier educational institutions. These events aim to engage, inspire, and uncover new talent in the blockchain domain, providing students and developers with a platform to showcase their skills, innovate, and contribute to the Web3 revolution.

2. Web3 Roadshow Featuring Key Stakeholders

The launch of an extensive roadshow marks a significant milestone for Crewsphere. These events, held in collaboration with key Web3 stakeholders, are designed to educate, connect, and facilitate meaningful discussions on the future of blockchain and decentralized technologies in India.

3. Strategic Partnership with New Tribe Capital

In a groundbreaking move, Crewsphere has partnered with New Tribe Capital, a leading UAE-based VC firm focused on investing in blockchain and digital assets. This collaboration will open up new avenues for funding Indian Web3 entrepreneurs, providing them with the necessary resources to bring their innovative projects to life.

4. Incubator Program for Web3 Entrepreneurs

Crewsphere proudly introduces its newly launched Incubator Program, specifically designed for Web3 entrepreneurs. This program offers a comprehensive support system, including mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities, to help startups navigate the complexities of the blockchain industry and achieve sustainable growth.

Deepak Goyal, Co-Founder of Crewsphere, emphasizes the transformative potential of these initiatives: “Our mission extends beyond innovation; it’s about creating a sustainable ecosystem where Web3 technologies flourish, making India a global blockchain powerhouse.”

Echoing this sentiment, Bandhul Bansal, Co-Founder, states: “Collaboration is key. By joining forces with New Tribe Capital and launching our Incubator Program, we’re setting a new standard for what’s possible in the Web3 domain.”

About Crewsphere

Crewsphere is at the forefront of bridging the gap between traditional web technologies and the decentralized future. Through education, support, and community-building, Crewsphere is committed to empowering developers, startups, and blockchain enthusiasts across India, making it a hub for Web3 innovation.

For more information, visit www.crewsphere.io.

Kerala Angel Network and Lead Angels Network Announce Collaboration

Kerala Angel Network and Lead Angels Network Announce Collaboration

Mumbai (Maharashtra)/ Kochi (Kerala) [India]: Lead Angels Network (LAN) and Kerala Angel Network (KAN) are pleased to announce a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing investment opportunities in the angel investing sector. This partnership, facilitated through the Lead Angels Fund, a SEBI registered Angel Fund, signifies a milestone in the field of angel networks, bringing forth increased prospects for both investors and startups.

Amidst the growing regulatory complexities associated with private investments, this alliance between the two distinguished networks streamlines the investment process for their respective members. It simplifies documentation and taxation procedures, allowing investors to concentrate on the core aspects of identifying and nurturing promising startups.

Damodar Avanoor, President of TIE Kerala, expressed his satisfaction with this collaboration, emphasizing KAN’s mission to facilitate increased capital availability for startups from Kerala. He stated, “We are pleased to have found a like-minded partner that shares our commitment to building an ethical, process-driven, and collaborative startup investing network for the future.”

Sushanto Mitra, CEO and Founder of Lead Angels, shared his enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “Our journey began with an initial interaction with TIE Kerala a few years ago. It is truly gratifying to witness the evolution of that interaction into this significant partnership today. We are excited about the possibilities this collaboration with the Kerala Angel Network brings. Together, we aim to make a meaningful impact on the startup ecosystem, fostering innovation and growth.”

Furthermore, the angel networks plan to deepen their relationship by sharing knowledge and processes, ensuring mutual value for all stakeholders.

This partnership will help our investors and startups in the long-term value creation through the safety net of governance provided by the SEBI-regulated fund structure, and the valuable experience and processes implemented by Lead Angels Network” said Mr. Raveendranath Kamath, President KAN.

Lead Angels was founded by a team from IIT Bombay with the primary goal of supporting early-stage investments in startups. Today, Lead Angels is a comprehensive financial services company for startups, known for its track record of identifying promising early-stage ventures and providing strategic mentorship, capital, and access to a vast network of industry experts.

Kerala Angel Network (KAN) is a funding initiative of TIE Kerala that brings together a number of angel investors who share a passion for nurturing and investing in early-stage startups with exponential growth potential. Since its inception in 2020, KAN has made a significant number of investments across sectors. Their focus is on supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs through financial backing, mentorship, and market access.

Science and Technology Park’s Demo Day showcases the most promising startups

Science and Technology Park’s Demo Day showcases the most promising startups

New Delhi [India], March 16: Science and Technology Park, Pune (Scitech Park), with support from the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, is taking a bold step towards creating a future-ready manufacturing ecosystem through the Scitech StepUp ManXL – a NIDHI Accelerator Programme funded by DST.

The manufacturing sector has been historically established as the backbone of the economy and employment generation. The sector is witnessing exponential growth in start-ups covering untapped technological prowess. Furthermore, the sector is scouting for greater efficiencies and create opportunities for cost rationalization. Scitech StepUp ManXL is an attempt of harnessing the potential technological advancements to achieve the vision of value creation and Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Scitech StepUp ManXL culminates with a Demo Day on 29th March 2023 in Pune showcasing the most promising startups offering cutting-edge technologies for MSMEs in manufacturing sector. 14 startups will showcase their innovative solutions to potential investors, enablers, mentors and customers at the Demo Day event. Moreover, the start-ups will compete to win cash prizes of Rs. 10 Lakh. These start-ups have onboarded the accelerator after going through a rigorous selection process. In the programme, to make them investment/order ready, the start-ups were provided expertly curated training and 1-on-1 mentoring. They also had access to Scitech Park infrastructure and showcasing opportunities.

On Demo Day, in the morning half (10:30 AM to 1:00 PM), the start-ups will make brief presentations to a Jury (to decide awards) and an audience having investors, enablers, industry representatives etc. In the post-lunch session (2:00 PM to 4:30 PM), the start-ups will interact with investors and enablers on a 1-on-1 basis (the investors/enablers will choose the start-ups they want to interact with). Post 4:30 PM the award ceremony will take place.

The 14 participating start-ups showcasing their work are AICAN, AQ Automations, BTECH Smart Solutions, C-Probe Technologies, geniSIGHTS, HariSi, IDT Innovation Technologies, InfinityX, Inovec Solutions, Jay Bharat Agritech, PupilMesh, Resonating Mindz, SmartBizz CS and WaveNxD Technologies. One can access more information about these companies on the Science and Technology Park website.

In conclusion, the Demo Day is an excellent opportunity for investors, mentors, and customers to witness the most promising startups in the manufacturing sector Scitech Park has to offer. By supporting these startups, we can invest in the future of manufacturing and contribute to economic growth.

Let us come together to create a vibrant and innovative ecosystem that fosters entrepreneurship and supports the growth of the manufacturing sector in India.

To register your interest to the Demo Day organized by Scitech Park on 29th March 2023 as an investor, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/rrSatb2DTb1F5oGL6.

Science and Technology Park, Pune (Scitech Park) is DST, GOI supported Science and Technology Entrepreneurs’ Park (STEP) set up on the Pune University campus. It is a not-for-profit organization registered as a Society and a Trust in 1990. It acts as Industry – Research – Academia – Government connect to promote S&T based innovation and entrepreneurship. With a mission to convert knowledge into wealth, Scitech Park has supported nearly 200 innovative start-ups by providing comprehensive incubation services. From idea stage to growth stage, to support the innovative start-ups, Scitech Park runs various initiatives including sustenance grant, prototyping grant, seed fund and acceleration support.

For more information, please contact on stp@scitechpark.org.in