β±οΈCohort 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.
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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
π 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
πΈ 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 EAKβs 140+ Tier 1 VC network
π 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
ποΈ 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 EAKβs elite network of 80+ KOLs
Finalise Demo Day materials: pitch, visuals, traction snapshot
π€ 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
π Bonus: Post-Program Support
β¨ Additional 2 months of investor & launchpad support
πͺ Up to $100k in stipend support (terms apply)
π€ Warm intros to VCs, exchanges, KOLs, and strategic partners
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