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Welevel is a game development company focused on creating immersive gaming experiences tailored for enthusiasts. The company specializes in developing AAA games that utilize advanced technology, particularly Unreal Engine 5, to enhance gameplay through thrilling exploration and sophisticated construction features. By designing open-world, next-generation real-time strategy games for the metaverse, Welevel empowers players and content creators to generate and trade new content, fostering an environment where players can earn while enjoying their gaming experience.

GameTree is a developer of a discovery network application designed to help gamers find friends and gaming sessions. The platform, available on iOS, Android, web, and desktop, employs psychology and artificial intelligence to offer tailored game recommendations and facilitate connections among users. By focusing on free looking-for-group (LFG) services, GameTree enables players to coordinate gameplay sessions and discover video games that align with their interests. With over half a million users, the app aims to combat the loneliness often associated with gaming by fostering a community where individuals can easily connect and engage with like-minded players.

Codédex is an innovative online coding education platform tailored for Gen Z, offering a range of courses in programming languages such as Python, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The platform employs a gamified approach, allowing users to progress through different levels as they earn experience points and unlock new areas of learning. This engaging method not only makes coding more accessible but also encourages users to learn at their own pace while collecting badges as a form of achievement. Codédex aims to simplify the coding learning process for both children and adults.

Fave is a social platform dedicated to superfans enabling them to create immersive video content, connect and bond with like-minded fans, compete in fun challenges, exchange both physical and virtual goods in a fan-driven marketplace, and rack up points throughout it all to prove their top fan status, gain recognition in the fandom, and earn exclusive rewards around the artists and creators they love. They also partner with the creators to finally allow them to monetize their fans' activity directly.

Poko enables seamless transfers from local payment rails to web3 infrastructure enabling web3 wallets, marketplaces, games and DApps to acquire more users. With Poko’s SDK, web3 builders can easily enable fiat-to-crypto onramping with 100+ common local payment methods or easily pay for NFTs with local payment methods. Poko's fiat-to-crypto onramp aggregator reduces onramping costs by up to 70% and increases transaction success rates by up to 5x through a smart routing logic and a single integration to multiple onramps. It's Direct Checkout solution enables one step purchasing from fiat payment rails from any smart contract for 79% higher user conversion. The co-founders’ experience includes being chief strategy officer of a $2.4B coincap protocol, leading technical implementation of Singapore’s central bank’s experiment in cross-border payments on blockchain rails, policy experience as payments task force member at the World Economic Forum, ex-Ethereum Foundation Fellow, and CTO of a 2M+ user play to earn game.

WeGoWhere is a social networking application designed to facilitate in-person relationships by encouraging users to engage offline. The platform enables individuals to discover enjoyable activities and events in their vicinity, providing them with an opportunity to meet others who are interested in joining. By offering notifications about upcoming gatherings and activities, WeGoWhere aims to enhance social interactions and foster connections among users, promoting a vibrant community experience.

Shikho is an innovative educational platform based in Bangladesh, focused on democratizing access to high-quality education for young learners. The platform offers a hyper-localized approach, allowing students to learn at their own pace with content that is accessible anytime and anywhere. Shikho provides live classes from expert tutors, alongside original animated video lessons tailored to individual testing performance. By incorporating gamification elements, students can earn points and badges as they progress through their syllabus, enhancing engagement and motivation. This transformative approach aims to bridge the gap between traditional educational methods and the demands of a modern, digital-first world, ultimately equipping the country's youth with essential skills for success in a rapidly evolving global economy.

Champions Round, Inc. is a gaming application developer specializing in football and esports, based in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 2018, the company offers an online sports platform that enhances the spectator experience for fans, particularly targeting Gen Z. Its application allows users to participate in fantasy leagues and tournaments, answer live questions, earn points, and win cash prizes. By enabling users to join leagues without the need for group assembly, Champions Round lowers barriers to entry and fosters greater engagement among sports fans. The application is accessible via the App Store, providing a user-friendly interface for players to learn about the games while enjoying the competitive aspects of fantasy sports.

Action Face specializes in creating personalized 3D avatars and action figures using advanced AI technology. Users can easily generate a lifelike 3D representation of themselves by simply taking a selfie. The platform allows for extensive customization, enabling users to design unique avatars that can be used in augmented reality videos or transformed into full-color 3D-printed figurines. This innovative service aims to capture and commemorate significant life events through personalized, game-like avatars. Action Face has established partnerships with prominent organizations, including the NBA and Hewlett Packard, and has been recognized for its achievements in the entertainment and gaming sectors, winning the Best Startup award at SXSW 2022. The company has successfully raised $9 million in funding to support its growth and development.

Fello is a savings and investment platform that helps to save, invest and earn higher returns than a traditional savings account.

Magnetic is developing the next generation of puzzle games.

GameTree is a developer of a discovery network application designed to help gamers find friends and gaming sessions. The platform, available on iOS, Android, web, and desktop, employs psychology and artificial intelligence to offer tailored game recommendations and facilitate connections among users. By focusing on free looking-for-group (LFG) services, GameTree enables players to coordinate gameplay sessions and discover video games that align with their interests. With over half a million users, the app aims to combat the loneliness often associated with gaming by fostering a community where individuals can easily connect and engage with like-minded players.

Gimme Radio, Inc. is a digital music platform based in San Francisco, California, that caters specifically to fans of metal music and other underserved genres. Launched in 2017, it offers a unique radio station where listeners can enjoy hand-selected tracks curated by musicians, music journalists, and industry tastemakers. The platform also features Gimme Live, allowing users to engage in online chats with DJs. In addition to streaming music, Gimme Radio operates an e-commerce component that sells music CDs, tapes, and merchandise such as t-shirts, posters, and record players, creating a community for passionate music enthusiasts.

Melodics Limited is an educational service focused on enhancing musical skills through an adaptive application that caters to users' individual abilities and musical preferences, particularly in pad drumming. The application offers a diverse range of music genres, including hip hop, EDM, jazz, and many others, providing insights into track structure used by popular producers and DJs. By combining active learning with performance, Melodics helps users build rhythm, timing, and muscle memory, making practice engaging and effective. The platform is designed for compatibility with iPhone and iPad devices, allowing users to learn and improve their musical skills in a fun and relevant manner. Established in 2014, the company is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand.

Tangia is a comprehensive platform aimed at enhancing viewer engagement for content creators. It provides software that facilitates real-time interaction between viewers and streamers during live broadcasts, allowing audience inputs to directly influence gameplay. This interactive capability is integrated with several major streaming platforms, equipping creators with the necessary tools to make their streams more engaging and dynamic. By focusing on boosting income and fostering viewer creativity, Tangia aims to empower content creators to maximize their impact and enhance the overall viewing experience.

Roforco operates a Roblox game accelerator designed to enhance the success of games through funding, resources, and hands-on support. Founded by YCombinator alumni Artem and Brain, the company has a strong background in game development, having collaborated on numerous top-grossing titles that collectively achieved over 2.74 billion plays and downloads. Previously functioning as a game studio, Roforco's portfolio reached significant milestones, including 10 million monthly active users and 16,000 concurrent users. The company has partnered with notable brands, such as Unilever, creating branded games that garnered over 50 million plays. In 2022, Roforco gained recognition by joining YCombinator's startup accelerator, subsequently securing $1.5 million in seed funding from prominent investors, including industry leaders from Activision and other tech firms. Based in San Francisco, Roforco aims to connect game creators with influencers and provide data-driven support to enhance player engagement, retention, and revenue.

Studyverse is a developer of a virtual study hall that allows students to create personalized study environments where they can collaborate with friends, classmates, and study partners. By offering distraction-free spaces, Studyverse aims to enhance students' focus and productivity while minimizing interruptions from social media. The platform employs scientific principles, such as social accountability and mimicry, to foster a conducive learning atmosphere. Through its customized virtual library spaces, Studyverse provides an innovative solution for students to engage with their curriculum effectively while enjoying a peaceful study experience.

TapIn is an online platform that facilitates connections between creators and their fans through gaming. It allows users to engage in both free and paid games, enhancing the interactive experience for players. The platform enables gamers to compete against one another and find compatible teammates across various gaming environments, thereby enriching their overall gaming experience. By fostering community and competition, TapIn aims to create an enjoyable and engaging atmosphere for players worldwide.

Fave is a social platform dedicated to superfans enabling them to create immersive video content, connect and bond with like-minded fans, compete in fun challenges, exchange both physical and virtual goods in a fan-driven marketplace, and rack up points throughout it all to prove their top fan status, gain recognition in the fandom, and earn exclusive rewards around the artists and creators they love. They also partner with the creators to finally allow them to monetize their fans' activity directly.

YUR is a fitness and health platform designed to make fitness a game using virtual reality. It makes fitness more engaging by making workouts more enjoyable and less taxing to the body by immersing the mind. The platform uses VR to combine gaming with fitness through content accessible to at-home users. YUR was founded in 2019 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Poko enables seamless transfers from local payment rails to web3 infrastructure enabling web3 wallets, marketplaces, games and DApps to acquire more users. With Poko’s SDK, web3 builders can easily enable fiat-to-crypto onramping with 100+ common local payment methods or easily pay for NFTs with local payment methods. Poko's fiat-to-crypto onramp aggregator reduces onramping costs by up to 70% and increases transaction success rates by up to 5x through a smart routing logic and a single integration to multiple onramps. It's Direct Checkout solution enables one step purchasing from fiat payment rails from any smart contract for 79% higher user conversion. The co-founders’ experience includes being chief strategy officer of a $2.4B coincap protocol, leading technical implementation of Singapore’s central bank’s experiment in cross-border payments on blockchain rails, policy experience as payments task force member at the World Economic Forum, ex-Ethereum Foundation Fellow, and CTO of a 2M+ user play to earn game.

We believe portfolios are the future. We're a venture-backed startup based in Austin, TX on a mission to help every kid build one by creating a competition platform where kids can win cash prizes for building apps, games, websites, and other real-world projects. We're a team of game developers, educators, engineers, and designers pioneering the first learn-to-earn education model and are funded by some of the best investors in the education and gaming space.

Koala is a developer of a gamified education platform aimed at enhancing online tutoring for children. Its platform provides a virtual environment where tutors can create engaging and interactive classrooms using customizable avatars and games. This design facilitates effective interaction between students and teachers, allowing for a cohesive and immersive learning experience. By consolidating various teaching tools in one location, Koala aims to reinvent the way education is delivered over the internet.

Joon is a developer of a mobile application that transforms daily routines and chores into engaging quests for children. The platform allows parents to assign various tasks, such as chores, homework, and exercise, which children can complete to earn coins and experience points. This gamified approach encourages kids to develop good habits, motivation, and self-discipline while making daily responsibilities enjoyable. By turning tasks into a game, Joon alleviates the need for parents to repeatedly remind their children to complete important activities. The application also enables parents to track allowances linked to these quests, fostering a sense of accountability and engagement within the family. Overall, Joon aims to empower children to take initiative in managing their tasks, transforming them into proactive individuals who can effectively balance responsibilities and fun.

Poko enables seamless transfers from local payment rails to web3 infrastructure enabling web3 wallets, marketplaces, games and DApps to acquire more users. With Poko’s SDK, web3 builders can easily enable fiat-to-crypto onramping with 100+ common local payment methods or easily pay for NFTs with local payment methods. Poko's fiat-to-crypto onramp aggregator reduces onramping costs by up to 70% and increases transaction success rates by up to 5x through a smart routing logic and a single integration to multiple onramps. It's Direct Checkout solution enables one step purchasing from fiat payment rails from any smart contract for 79% higher user conversion. The co-founders’ experience includes being chief strategy officer of a $2.4B coincap protocol, leading technical implementation of Singapore’s central bank’s experiment in cross-border payments on blockchain rails, policy experience as payments task force member at the World Economic Forum, ex-Ethereum Foundation Fellow, and CTO of a 2M+ user play to earn game.

Bluejay Games is a developer of mobile arcade games that integrates a play-to-own model using cryptocurrency and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The company focuses on creating a web3 ecosystem where users can engage in competitive gameplay while earning, buying, selling, evolving, and fusing NFT collectibles. This approach allows players to enhance their gaming experience, improve their chances of winning, and make in-game purchases that contribute to their overall progress. By combining traditional arcade elements with blockchain technology, Bluejay Games aims to provide a unique gaming experience centered around user ownership and interaction within a digital marketplace.

Discotech Inc. is a Los Angeles-based company that offers a smartphone application designed to enhance the nightlife experience. Founded in 2013, the app allows users to discover over 15,000 nightlife venues across the United States, facilitating direct bookings for VIP tables, guest lists, and event tickets. The nightlife industry has traditionally been fragmented and inefficient, characterized by a lack of transparency and excessive intermediaries. Discotech addresses these issues by enabling users to interact directly with venues, streamlining the process of planning and attending events. Through its platform, the company not only simplifies access to nightclubs and concerts but also rewards VIP customers, transforming how nightlife is experienced.

The Breakaway develops a motivational coaching app designed for cyclists. The platform features smart goals and personalized insights to help users progress faster. It also includes motivational feedback and tips from top pros to ensure users are focused and learning as they go.

Tagg is a social branding platform that enables content creators to earn cryptocurrency by engaging with their audience. The app provides tools for users to create personalized profiles and curate links, allowing them to showcase a variety of content, including music, events, and social media links. By leveraging web3 elements, Tagg rewards creators for their engagement and participation in the platform's exclusive community. This unique approach not only enhances brand organization but also fosters better audience interaction, leading to increased rewards for creators.

TriplePlay is a virtual social network where users may meet new people through engaging games. Founded in 2020 and is based in Toronto, ON.

Atmana is a company focused on assisting millennials in overcoming technology-related addictions, such as gaming, pornography, and social media. The business offers a habit-tracking platform that promotes healthier digital habits and aids users in managing their behavior to reduce excessive smartphone usage and distractions. Atmana's solution includes techniques commonly used in addiction treatment, such as peer support groups and psychoeducation. Users can access this support for an annual fee of $90, making it a comprehensive resource for those seeking to mitigate their digital dependencies and foster more positive habits.

Legaci is a web3 rewards platform that leverages non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to enhance fan engagement. The company aims to simplify the process for brands and creators by offering a self-service NFT platform, allowing them to convert their existing activities into NFTs without requiring extensive knowledge of cryptocurrency. Legaci provides a dedicated rewards program where users can interact with these NFTs, unlocking exclusive merchandise, tickets, videos, and voting rights. By focusing on a straightforward and eco-friendly experience, Legaci seeks to empower users to curate their communities while being rewarded for their participation. The company's vision is to serve as a foundational platform for brands and fans, fostering long-term community experiences across both physical and digital channels.

The Breakaway develops a motivational coaching app designed for cyclists. The platform features smart goals and personalized insights to help users progress faster. It also includes motivational feedback and tips from top pros to ensure users are focused and learning as they go.

FanPlay Technologies operates as a real-money gaming startup. FanPlay looks to create a unique proposition in Real Money Gaming (RMG) with live video integration and takes social gaming to the next level with high interaction between the hosts of the games and players

Novakid Inc. is an online English school based in San Francisco, California, specializing in English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction for children aged 4 to 12. Since its inception in 2017, Novakid has delivered over 14 million English lessons, focusing on immersive learning through one-to-one and group sessions with qualified native-speaking teachers. The platform employs engaging games and activities to create a fun, interactive environment that enhances language acquisition and prepares children for future academic and career success. Recognized for its innovative approach, Novakid has received several accolades, including being named the Best Digital Language Learning Product of the Year in 2023 and achieving a position on the Inc 5000 list. Supported by prominent venture capital firms, Novakid continues to experience significant growth and aims to foster a global community of young English learners, promoting cultural connections and friendships across borders.

Groovetime is a mobile app designed to enhance the experience of learning and competing in dance challenges. It provides users with real-time feedback and personalized dance feeds, making the process of improving dance skills both fun and engaging. The app fosters a safe social environment where dance enthusiasts of all levels can connect with others, share their passion, and participate in challenges that encourage growth and creativity. By combining technology with the art of dance, Groovetime aims to create a positive and interactive platform for users to enjoy and excel in their dance journey.

Z League operates a skill-based tournament platform designed for casual gamers, allowing players of all skill levels to participate in competitive gaming. The online platform hosts live tournaments and battle royale competitions, enabling participants to track their progress and earn rewards for achieving milestones. By focusing on fair and engaging gameplay, Z League aims to create an accessible and enjoyable environment where gamers can compete meaningfully and connect with others. This initiative enhances the gaming experience by providing opportunities for players to challenge themselves and enjoy the thrill of competition.

DreamWorld is a creative open-world MMO game with the multiplayer density of real-world cities.

TriplePlay is a virtual social network where users may meet new people through engaging games. Founded in 2020 and is based in Toronto, ON.

Founded in 2021 as a subsidiary of EST Media Holdings, OP3N is the global Web3 superapp that serves as a one-stop-shop for all communication, connection and commerce with on-chain interactions in a simple unified interface. With a mission to create a more frictionless, decentralized and democratized creator economy on a global scale, OP3N consolidates the tools needed to mint, share and engage with digital goods and digital tokens into one vertical stack. OP3N’s leadership team leverages its cross-industry expertise from the entertainment, gaming and tech ecosystems, to lay the foundations for a new era of community-driven, inclusive entertainment while bringing everyone together on a journey into Web3. OP3N is co-led by media executive, artist, and serial entrepreneur Jaeson Ma, who has a successful track record launching companies including EST Studios, Stampede Ventures, East West Ventures, and 88rising, and who’s raised capital and advised on transactions totaling over $1 billion; and Eric Tu, an award-winning development executive who’s worked with major brands including Nike, Beats by Dre and Google, and as an Executive Producer with Bjork, Radiohead, Kendrick Lamar and more. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles. For more information, please visit: https://op3n.world. OP3N’s portfolio of projects includes a partnership with Tokyo fashion label AMBUSH; an intergalactic children’s book from Grimes; a partnership with entertainment icon Simon Fuller to produce an innovative musical film with the global pop group Now United; and the “Maybe You’re the Problem” music video from the singer-songwriter Ava Max, directed by the celebrated music video director Joseph Kahn.