Peanut Trade, Token2049, and VCs: Singapore's Web3 Buzz

A look into the key trends and insights emerging from Singapore's Token2049 events, spotlighting Peanut Trade, AlphaTON Capital's hackathon, and the evolving VC landscape.

Singapore's recent Token2049 event was a hub of activity, showcasing the vibrant Web3 scene. From startup pitches powered by Peanut Trade to AlphaTON Capital's TON-focused hackathon, the city-state buzzed with innovation.

Startup Day Highlights: Peanut Trade and the Road to TGE

Startup Day, supported by Peanut Trade, Protocol Labs, and Filecoin Foundation, kicked off with a deep dive into building and launching Web3 projects. Experts like Alex Momot from Peanut Trade shared insights on navigating the journey to Token Generation Events (TGEs). The event also featured pitches from promising startups, with Neuron ultimately taking home the top prize for its AI-enabled robotics orchestration layer.

The judging panel included representatives from various VCs, such as NOTALONE Ventures and Animoca Brands, highlighting the keen interest in early-stage Web3 ventures.

VC Landscape: Are Early-Stage Deals Slowing Down?

Another key panel discussion centered on the 2025 VC landscape, debating whether early-stage deals are losing momentum. Ben Lakoff from Bankless Ventures and other industry leaders explored the changing dynamics of capital allocation in the current market. The discussion provided a valuable glimpse into the minds of VCs and their investment strategies.

AlphaTON Capital's HackATON: Building on TON

AlphaTON Capital (Nasdaq: ATON) sponsored and hosted the TOKEN2049 Singapore “Origins” Hackathon, awarding $25,000 in TON to winning teams. The hackathon focused on the Telegram Open Network (TON), encouraging developers to build AI, payments, and infrastructure solutions within the Telegram ecosystem.

Brittany Kaiser, CEO of AlphaTON Capital, emphasized the importance of investing in the next generation of Web3 builders. Winning projects included IntentHub (an AI agent marketplace), Telepay (a payroll platform for freelancers), and Encrypted Prediction-Market Seeding (a novel mechanism for prediction markets).

The hackathon highlighted the potential of TON as a platform for building user-friendly Web3 applications within Telegram, with William De'Ath of AlphaTON Capital noting the pragmatic and product-minded approach of the participating teams.

Supermoon's Token2049 Presence

Supermoon's Co-Founder Elena Obukhova was a speaker at Token2049. She spoke at Multichain Day and moderated a panel at Open Intelligence Day. Supermoon will be hosting events for builders and investors at Devconnect Argentina.

The Big Picture

Token2049 Singapore painted a picture of a dynamic and evolving Web3 landscape. While VCs are carefully navigating the market, innovation continues to thrive, particularly around platforms like TON. Events like Startup Day and AlphaTON's HackATON are crucial for fostering new talent and driving the development of real-world Web3 applications.

So, keep an eye on these trends, folks! The Web3 world never sleeps, and Singapore is proving to be a key player in its ongoing evolution. Who knows what exciting developments Token2049 will bring next year? Stay tuned!