EBC Startup Battle Recap: ReFi & Social?Impact
European Blockchain Convention 2024 took place on 25th and 26th of September in Barcelona, Spain. one of the exciting events of the conference was the startup battle. It witnessed a remarkable turnout, with hundreds of innovative startups vying for recognition, eventually narrowing down to a compelling showdown in the finals, featuring the top 50 contenders. 10 startups were chosen for 5 sessions:
In this article, we are excited to introduce the 10 exceptional startups selected for the third session, which had a primary focus on ReFi and social impact.
coinIX was a jury member for Session 3 and Session 5 of the event, with Mahsa Doorfard, our Sales and Marketing Manager, serving as our representative. Other judges of the first session were:
Leeor Groen from Spartan Group
Dima Foremnyi from 3x Capital
FAME
Pitched by Bilal Brahim, FAME is a Web3 platform built on Algorand Technologies transforming the global food system by connecting farmers to wholesalers and consumers directly. FAME has three missions:?? Financial inclusion?????? Food transparency ??? and Decentralized Govenance.
GoGreen
Pitched by Philippe Engels, GoGreen Mobility focuses on advancing sustainable transportation solutions. The platform promotes eco-friendly mobility options, emphasizing electric vehicles and innovative transportation technologies. By integrating smart solutions, GoGreen aims to reduce environmental impact while enhancing urban mobility. Their mission is to create a cleaner, greener future for cities by facilitating the transition to sustainable transport systems.
领英推荐
Green Standard?Trust
Pitched by Peter Gratwick, GST DAO (Green Standard Trust DAO) is an innovative platform that combines decentralized finance with environmental protection. It operates on the principle of creating a digital currency, the Green Standard Token (GST), backed by entrusted, protected land. This community-governed land trust allows members to participate in safeguarding natural resources while gaining equity in the value of the land. By holding GST tokens, members become trustees of the land, promoting sustainability and ecological stewardship.
HexErgy
Pitched by Nicolas Fernando Marrugo Cardenas, HexErgy is a comprehensive platform designed to facilitate the creation and management of renewable energy communities (RECs). It offers four specialized tools?—?Designer, Creator, Manager, and Marketplace?—?enabling users to design, establish, monitor, and optimize energy communities efficiently. By leveraging blockchain technology, HexErgy enhances transparency and sustainability, making renewable energy more accessible and economically viable. The platform aims to democratize energy access, catering to a wide range of stakeholders interested in building sustainable energy solutions.
Universal Plastic
Pitched by Britt Trago, Universal Plastic is a pioneering company dedicated to promoting blue economy initiatives through beach cleanup campaigns and plastic waste management. They assist businesses in enhancing their corporate social responsibility (CSR) by providing tailored solutions for plastic collection and environmental consulting. Utilizing advanced technologies like AI and blockchain, Universal Plastic ensures transparent reporting and verification of their initiatives. Their mission focuses on restoring oceans and creating sustainable practices, engaging communities to foster a cleaner, healthier planet.
About coinIX Capital?GmbH
Since 2017, coinIX Capital GmbH, headquartered in Hamburg, has been at the forefront of analyzing blockchain projects and cryptocurrencies, facilitating investments in this dynamic sector. Comprising specialists with extensive experience in asset management, venture capital, and cutting-edge technology analysis, the coinIX team manages a portfolio boasting over 20 investments in blockchain startups alongside crypto assets. Shares of coinIX GmbH & Co. KGaA are listed on the free market of the Düsseldorf Stock Exchange and are also traded on the Berlin and Munich stock exchanges.
About coinIX COINVEST?SCI1
Launched in June 2022, coinIX COINVEST SCI1 is an open domestic special AIF under the KAGB. As a sub-portfolio of coinIX COINVEST Investment Stock Corporation with variable capital, its assets are managed by coinIX Capital GmbH, acting as a registered capital management company. Available for subscription by professional or semi-professional investors, the fund has the flexibility to invest up to 100% of its capital in crypto assets, aiming for a diversified portfolio of digital assets actively managed through ongoing selection processes. Additional income streams are generated through staking and other blockchain-native mechanisms. With the ISIN DE000A408Q55, subscriptions to the fund are only available directly through the investment company, with private investor acquisition prohibited.
Father | @FAME Founder | Commissioner for Food Security @ IEMO | Blockchain advisor
1 个月Sorry I don't recognize my project in this article ?? FAME is a Web3 platform built on Algorand Technologies transforming the global food system by connecting farmers to wholesalers and consumers directly. 3 missions: ?? Financial inclusion ?????? Food transparency ??? Decentralized Govenance join us, let's build a better future together: https://linktr.ee/algofame
Thank you so much for the mention! It was a pleasure to partecipate in the European Blockchain Convention Startup Battle and contribute to the conversation on ReFi and social impact.