⏱️Cohort Timeline

A founder-first roadmap to fast-track your AI x Crypto startup β€” from refining your product and GTM to securing funding, partnerships, and Tier 1 exchange listings.


βœ… Week 1: Kickoff & Product Clarity

  • Program onboarding & goal alignment

  • Meet the EAK team, mentors, and fellow cohort founders

  • Define your AI x Crypto value proposition & narrative

  • Set KPIs and milestones for the 6-week journey


πŸš€ Week 2: Market Strategy & User Acquisition

  • Craft a go-to-market (GTM) strategy that fits Web3 dynamics

  • Identify your target users: DeFi natives, DAOs, devs, or institutions

  • Explore growth channels: Twitter (X), Telegram, Discord, etc.

  • Launch early traction and community-building campaigns


πŸ’Έ Week 3: Fundraising Readiness

  • Develop a compelling investor narrative

  • Build an investor-ready deck and one-pager

  • Learn token vs equity fundraising mechanics

  • Prepare for intros to EAK’s 140+ Tier 1 VC network


πŸ“Š Week 4: Tokenomics & Infrastructure

  • Deep dive into token design: utility, distribution, incentive models

  • Legal and regulatory overview for AI x Crypto projects

  • Integrate decentralised infrastructure (compute, storage, data layers)

  • Plan for listings and launchpad alignment


πŸŽ™οΈ Week 5: Pitch Polish & KOL Exposure

  • Refine your pitch in 1:1 mentor sessions

  • Develop your PR & marketing narrative with EAK Digital

  • Begin outreach to EAK’s elite network of 80+ KOLs

  • Finalise Demo Day materials: pitch, visuals, traction snapshot


🎀 Week 6: Demo Day & Deal Flow

  • Pitch live to select VCs, angels, and launchpad scouts

  • Book follow-up meetings and term sheet discussions

  • Celebrate cohort graduation

  • Begin post-program investor and listing support


πŸ“Œ Bonus: Post-Program Support

  • ✨ Additional 2 months of investor & launchpad support

  • πŸͺ™ Up to $100k in stipend support (terms apply)

  • 🀝 Warm intros to VCs, exchanges, KOLs, and strategic partners


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