If you’re building in Web3, this is your moment.
Ideal for early-stage startups that:
This December, take the main stage at the India Blockchain Week Conference. showcase your startup to top investors, media and the audience attending IBW
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3rd December 2025, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Main stage, Sheraton Grand, Bengaluru
OUR PARTNERS
A Stage Built for Breakthroughs
IBW Demo Day is the flagship investment showcase of India Blockchain Week 2025, designed to spotlight the most promising early-stage Web3 startups.
Hosted by Hashed Emergent and powered by Aptos and Avalanche, this year’s Demo Day offers founders an opportunity to gain visibility, capital, and global exposure - live, on the IBW main stage.
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Have a working MVP, beta, or live deployment
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Are raising or looking to build strategic ecosystem partnerships
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Are integrating or planning to integrate with Aptos or Avalanche
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Are solving meaningful problems with real-world impact and strong technical execution
Program Format
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Selection Phase
Sept–Nov 2025
Shortlisted teams will go through a curated evaluation process with Hashed Emergent, Aptos or Avalanche. Top 8 startups advance to Demo Day.
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Live Pitch
3rd Dec 2025, Sheraton Grand, Bangalore
Finalists pitch live on the IBW main stage to investors, media, and global ecosystem partners. Investment decisions will be made and announced on stage.
Rewards & Incentives
Min $250,000 in investment from Hashed Emergent. Endless opportunities in exposure.
Minimum $250K investment by Hashed Emergent (split among 1 or more startups)
Ecosystem support and technical guidance from Aptos and Avalanche
Access to Hashed Emergent’s global investor network
Spotlight across major media and IBW channels
Meet the JUDGES
Our panel includes investors and leaders shaping the next decade of Web3 - from Hashed Emergent, Avalanche, Aptos, and beyond.
FAQs
Early-stage Web3 startups with a working product or MVP.
No - Demo Day applications are completely free.
No, but your project should have strong relevance or potential within India’s Web3 ecosystem.
Yes. We welcome startups at seed or early-stage looking for their next round or ecosystem partnerships.
Shortlisted startups will be contacted for an intro call. Finalists will pitch live at IBW Demo Day.
If you’re in advanced development with a near-ready MVP, you’re eligible to apply.
Get ready to take
the IBW main stage
Apply early to maximize visibility with our investor network and partners.