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BuidlersTribe is a Web3 incubator and decentralized autonomous organization that provides advisory, funding, and community support to early-stage cryptocurrency and blockchain startups, with operations including activities in Qatar. The organization assists founders in transitioning from the idea, proof-of-concept, or minimum viable product stages into fully developed companies through a hybrid model combining traditional incubation services with a community-governed fund. Operating as a platform-agnostic entity within the decentralized technology sector, the incubator has reviewed over 400 startups seeking capital through its pitch competitions and deal flow curation processes. An operating team manages mentorship programs, while a broader network of institutions provides necessary capital. Furthermore, BuidlersTribe has organized five physical events and twelve virtual sessions, reaching an audience of more than 7,000 individuals across social platforms. BuidlersTribe was founded in 2024 by Pareen Lathia and Raghu Mohan.
BuidlersTribe has raised $1.0M across 1 funding round.
BuidlersTribe has raised $1.0M in total across 1 funding round.
BuidlersTribe is a decentralized Web3 incubator and investment firm that supports early-stage startups from idea, proof-of-concept, or MVP stages by providing merit-based ecosystem benefits like grants, mentorship, investment opportunities, tool credits, and networking.[1][2][3][4] Operating primarily through its platform buidl.so, it coordinates a global distributed community of over 1,100-1,500 startups, 400+ investors, and 3,000+ talents, facilitating value transfer among founders, VCs, chains, and ecosystem contributors; startups unlock benefits by logging weekly progress.[3][4] Its mission centers on accelerating the 0-1 journey for Web3 and crypto startups via advisory, funding, camaraderie, and programs like demo days and grants, with a focus on blockchain, advanced technology, and sectors like Fin-Tech and Web3.[2][3][5][6] Backed by initiatives from Malaysia's Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation and ASEAN networks, it has helped startups raise over $10 million collectively and dispersed $3M+ in credits.[2][4]
Founded on August 18, 2021, BuidlersTribe emerged as a Web3-native incubator to address gaps in early-stage startup support, particularly in decentralized ecosystems.[2] Co-founder Pareen Lathia has been highlighted in promotional content emphasizing encouragement for founders to take their first steps, underscoring a people-first approach.[7] Key figures include marketing expert Prerita Puri and others like Aadarsh Thakur in operational roles, with the team sized at 11-50 people, based in locations like Bengaluru and operating remotely.[3] It evolved from a focused incubator into a broader distributed support ecosystem on buidl.so, expanding to host initiatives for chains and tools seeking early-stage exposure, while growing its network amid ASEAN expansion efforts powered by COSTI Malaysia and the ASEAN Secretariat.[2][3][4]
BuidlersTribe rides the Web3 and blockchain boom, capitalizing on the shift toward decentralized economies where early-stage founders need non-dilutive, merit-driven support amid volatile crypto markets.[1][2][4] Its timing aligns with ASEAN's 2025 focus on innovation (e.g., via Malaysia's Ministry and ASEAN Secretariat backing), positioning it to bridge startups with regional governments, investors, and talents during Web3 adoption surges in emerging markets.[2] Market forces like ZKP tech (e.g., partner Orochi Network) and programmable custody growth favor its model, as it democratizes access to $10M+ in raised capital and expert networks, influencing the ecosystem by fostering meritocracy over gatekept funding and amplifying chains' reach to buidlers.[4][6]
BuidlersTribe is poised to scale its buidl.so platform as Web3 matures, potentially expanding merit-based tools to AI-blockchain hybrids and deeper ASEAN integration amid rising global founder communities.[3][4] Trends like decentralized venture support and progress-transparent ecosystems will shape its growth, evolving its influence from incubator to essential Web3 infrastructure hub—empowering more founders to turn ideas into companies in a merit-driven landscape.[1][2] This positions it as a key enabler in the next wave of blockchain innovation, much like its core promise to take startups from 0-1.[7]
BuidlersTribe has raised $1.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $1.0M Seed in August 2022.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2022 | $1M Seed | — | 8 BIT Capital, Multicoin Capital, Polygon Labs, SciFi VC, South Park Commons, The HIT Forge, Venture Highway, Balaji Srinivasan, Kunal Shah, Scott Banister, Sumon Sadhu, Surojit Chatterjee | Announced |
BuidlersTribe has raised $1.0M in total across 1 funding round.
BuidlersTribe's investors include 8-Bit Capital, Multicoin Capital, Polygon, SciFi VC, South Park Commons, The Hit Forge, Venture Highway, Balaji Srinivasan, Kunal Shah, Scott Banister, Sumon Sadhu, Surojit Chatterjee.
