a16z CSX (Crypto Startup Accelerator)
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Accelerator
a16z CSX (formerly Crypto Startup School) is an intensive, in-person accelerator program for early-stage web3 and crypto startups, operated by a16z crypto, the dedicated crypto investment arm of Andreessen Horowitz. Originally launched in 2020 as a free 7-week educational program in Menlo Park, CSX has evolved into a full accelerator with investment terms, running two cohorts per year in rotating global cities.
Each participating startup receives a $500,000 investment from a16z crypto in exchange for 7% equity, along with standard investor rights. Cohorts are selected through a competitive application process and spend approximately 12 weeks in an intensive, in-person environment focused on expertise, mentorship, and support for building ambitious products across the crypto stack.
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a16z CSX focuses on early-stage startups building innovative solutions within the web3 and crypto ecosystems. The program aims to support founders with a clear vision and technical expertise, providing them with the necessary resources and mentorship to succeed in a rapidly evolving market.
Applications are open to teams globally, though participants must commit to the in-person program in the host city for the duration. Technical founders with a clear web3 product vision are preferred.
$500,000 investment for 7% equity. Benefits include 12 weeks of intensive in-person acceleration, access to a16z crypto's $7.6B+ investment platform, mentorship from a16z crypto partners and industry experts, peer cohort of 20-25 leading web3 teams, legal, regulatory, and go-to-market operational support, access to a16z's broader portfolio network, and potential path to follow-on funding from a16z's later-stage crypto funds.
There is no cost to participate in the program, as each startup receives a $500,000 investment in exchange for equity.
The program runs for approximately 12 weeks per cohort, with cohorts held biannually in rotating global cities.
Participants are expected to commit full-time to the program for its duration, which lasts approximately 12 weeks.
The program is conducted in-person, requiring participants to be present in the host city for the duration of the cohort.
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Applicants should have a clear web3 product vision and be prepared to commit to the in-person program. Technical founders are preferred, and startups across various crypto verticals are encouraged to apply.
Q: What is the duration of the program? A: The program lasts approximately 12 weeks per cohort.
Q: How many startups are accepted per cohort? A: Each cohort typically includes 20-25 startups.
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