巴黎区块链周向顶级 Web3 初创公司颁发 1000 万美元奖金

巴黎区块链周宣布了其初创公司竞赛的获奖者，为四家获奖初创公司提供了 1000 万美元的资金、赠款等：CrossCurve、Bitstack、Reveel 和 Zyfi。超过 800 家初创公司参加了比赛，其中前 10 名决赛入围者在投资者日展示了他们的项目，四名获胜者在 Apple TV 的“虎鲸”节目中进行宣传。该竞赛吸引了行业领导者和投资者，为初创企业提供了一个获得资金、曝光和指导的平台。

Paris Blockchain Week Startup Competition Awards $10 Million to Four Winning Startups

巴黎区块链周创业大赛向四家获奖初创公司颁发 1000 万美元奖金

Paris Blockchain Week, the prestigious international conference dedicated to blockchain and Web3, culminated in the announcement of the winners of its Startup Competition. The event, renowned as a cornerstone event within the blockchain industry, recognizes and rewards the most promising startups, entrepreneurs, and investors. This year's competition witnessed an impressive turnout of over 800 startups, vying for a share of the record-breaking $10 million prize pool.

巴黎区块链周是致力于区块链和 Web3 的著名国际会议，最终宣布了其创业大赛的获奖者。该活动被誉为区块链行业的基石活动，旨在表彰和奖励最有前途的初创企业、企业家和投资者。今年的比赛吸引了超过 800 家初创公司参与，争夺破纪录的 1000 万美元奖金池。

Of the 800 entries, the top 100 startups earned recognition and feedback from a distinguished panel of industry experts. These startups gained invaluable exposure to over 500 prospective investors, including venture capitalists, accelerators, angels, and DAO representatives, securing potential funding, grants, and mentorship opportunities.

在 800 家参赛作品中，排名前 100 的初创公司获得了杰出行业专家小组的认可和反馈。这些初创公司获得了超过 500 名潜在投资者的宝贵曝光，包括风险投资家、加速器、天使投资人和 DAO 代表，从而获得了潜在的资金、赠款和指导机会。

"The Paris Blockchain Week Startup Competition provides a unique platform for emerging Web3 projects to showcase their potential and connect with influential investors," said Leora Schreiber, spokesperson for Paris Blockchain Week. "This year's competition surpassed all expectations, showcasing the remarkable innovation and talent driving the blockchain ecosystem."

巴黎区块链周发言人 Leora Schreiber 表示：“巴黎区块链周创业大赛为新兴 Web3 项目提供了一个独特的平台，以展示其潜力并与有影响力的投资者建立联系。” “今年的比赛超出了所有人的预期，展示了推动区块链生态系统的卓越创新和人才。”

The four winning startups, meticulously selected from the top 100 contenders, emerged as the crème de la crème of the competition:

从前 100 名竞争者中精心挑选出来的四家获胜初创公司成为了本次大赛的佼佼者：

• CrossCurve: Led by co-founder Faraj Abutalibov, CrossCurve offers a cross-chain aggregation protocol that optimizes swaps and maximizes returns for DeFi users.
• Bitstack: Under the leadership of CEO Alexandre Roubaud, Bitstack revolutionizes crypto custody with its innovative hardware-based solution, ensuring the secure storage of digital assets.
• Reveel: Headed by CEO Adrien Stern, Reveel empowers businesses with blockchain-based compliance and risk management solutions, streamlining operations and enhancing regulatory compliance.
• Zyfi: Guided by CEO Gauthier Vila, Zyfi harnesses blockchain technology to provide secure and efficient identity management solutions for enterprises, enabling seamless and verifiable digital interactions.

The $10 million prize pool, an industry benchmark, extended beyond financial rewards. The winners also secured exclusive exposure, including a coveted opportunity to pitch their ideas on Apple TV's "Killer Whales" show, a testament to their status as the most promising startups in the blockchain space.

CrossCurve：由联合创始人 Faraj Abutalibov 领导，CrossCurve 提供跨链聚合协议，可优化交换并最大限度地提高 DeFi 用户的回报。 Bitstack：在首席执行官 Alexandre Roubaud 的领导下，Bitstack 凭借其创新的基于硬件的解决方案彻底改变了加密货币托管，确保数字资产的安全存储。Reveel：在首席执行官 Adrien Stern 的领导下，Reveel 为企业提供基于区块链的合规和风险管理解决方案，简化运营并增强监管合规性。Zyfi：在首席执行官 Gauthier Vila 的指导下，Zyfi 利用区块链技术提供为企业提供安全高效的身份管理解决方案，实现无缝且可验证的数字交互。作为行业基准的 1000 万美元奖金池不仅限于经济奖励。获奖者还获得了独家曝光，包括在 Apple TV 的“虎鲸”节目中展示他们的想法的令人垂涎的机会，这证明了他们作为区块链领域最有前途的初创公司的地位。

"The prize pool not only provides substantial funding opportunities but also grants access to mentorship, accelerator programs, and a global network of industry leaders," added Schreiber. "This comprehensive package empowers our winners to accelerate their growth and make a significant impact on the blockchain ecosystem."

施赖伯补充道：“奖金池不仅提供了大量的资助机会，还提供了指导、加速器计划和全球行业领导者网络的机会。” “这个全面的一揽子计划使我们的获奖者能够加速成长并对区块链生态系统产生重大影响。”

The Startup Competition exemplifies Paris Blockchain Week's commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing within the blockchain community. The event's unwavering support from industry-leading partners, including Tim Draper, RockawayX, AWS, Consensys, CoinMarketCap, and Stellar, played a pivotal role in its success.

创业大赛体现了巴黎区块链周致力于促进区块链社区内的创新、协作和知识共享。 Tim Draper、RockawayX、AWS、Consensys、CoinMarketCap 和 Stellar 等行业领先合作伙伴的坚定支持为本次活动的成功发挥了关键作用。

"Our partners' dedication to the blockchain industry is evident in their support of this competition," said Schreiber. "Their insights, expertise, and resources have contributed immensely to the caliber of our finalists and the overall success of the Startup Competition."

施赖伯表示：“我们的合作伙伴对区块链行业的奉献精神从他们对本次竞赛的支持中可见一斑。” “他们的见解、专业知识和资源为我们决赛入围者的水平和创业大赛的整体成功做出了巨大贡献。”

Paris Blockchain Week, held at the prestigious Carrousel du Louvre from April 9-11, 2023, welcomed over 9,000 attendees and 500 speakers. The event showcased thought leadership, industry best practices, and groundbreaking innovations from renowned figures in the blockchain space.

巴黎区块链周于 2023 年 4 月 9 日至 11 日在著名的卢浮宫卡鲁塞尔举行，迎来了 9,000 多名与会者和 500 名演讲者。该活动展示了区块链领域知名人士的思想领导力、行业最佳实践和突破性创新。

"Paris Blockchain Week continues to be a beacon of innovation and collaboration, attracting the brightest minds and most influential organizations in the blockchain industry," concluded Schreiber. "We are proud to witness the extraordinary potential of our startups and look forward to their continued contributions to the ever-evolving world of blockchain and Web3."

“巴黎区块链周仍然是创新与合作的灯塔，吸引了区块链行业最聪明的头脑和最有影响力的组织，”施赖伯总结道。 “我们很自豪能够见证我们初创公司的非凡潜力，并期待他们继续为不断发展的区块链和 Web3 世界做出贡献。”