The Crypto Valley Association has launched a direct investment initiative to fund early-stage startups that apply blockchain technology within their product stack.

Dubbed “Made in Crypto Valley”, the initiative is open to ventures across multiple sectors including fintech, AI, supply chain, biotechnology, medical technology, and robotics.

The programme targets founders at the pre-seed or seed stage, offering a structured syndicate investment process connecting them with regional investors and established companies.

The programme matches founders directly with a CVA-orchestrated syndicate designed to provide direct capital investment.

To qualify, participating startups must have raised a maximum of CHF 1.5 million to date, with a valuation cap set at CHF 10 million.

The initiative aims to foster talent and support the next generation of builders within the Swiss startup ecosystem. The investment process will culminate in a final presentation day in Zurich on 11 November 2026.

Startups have until 15 September 2026 to submit their applications to the syndicate.

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