Guidance from experienced operators

We’re looking for founders serious about building ambitious crypto projects. Whether you’re starting from scratch, already have a prototype, or are post pre-seed, this program is designed for teams ready to iterate quickly, embrace direct operator feedback, and openly pressure-test their assumptions. We prioritize your team's mindset and energy over the current stage of your idea. If this describes you, we want to talk.

We’re open to any idea in crypto. That includes DeFi, consumer apps, infra, security, or something entirely new. If the project is early, the idea is sharp, and the team is serious, we want to see it. Don’t self-filter. If you’re building something ambitious, apply.

You’ll get a $200,000 investment in exchange for an agreed equity stake and future token allocation. The program includes weekly 1 on 1 sessions with builders and VCs focused on product, go-to-market, and fundraising. You’ll also join founder talks, participate in weekly team check-ins, and prepare for a Demo Day with top crypto investors. Teams receive over $100,000 in credits and partner perks. The goal is to help you move faster with practical, direct support from operators who’ve done it before.

Wintermute is one of crypto’s most active and successful trading firms, operating since 2017 and deeply embedded across every major protocol, chain, and investor network. We provide crypto-native expertise from market-shaping operators, practical mentorship from experienced builders rather than just advisors, and a proven incubation track record including Bebop, Wildcat, and GMCI. Our extensive investor relationships through Wintermute Ventures give you direct access to top crypto VCs, alongside tailored support in a focused cohort of 5 teams. We don’t simply offer capital and a logo. We engage deeply when it matters most.

The program is fully remote and open to teams anywhere in the world. We also encourage teams to join us in London during key weeks. We’ll provide workspaces at our HQ and help make that time productive.

Not necessarily. Some of the most successful companies joined accelerators after developing an MVP or even raising a small round. If you’re looking to sharpen your roadmap, need guidance on your fundraising strategy, or want direct access to VCs and Wintermute’s network, this program is for you.

Our support doesn’t end with Demo Day. You’ll receive warm intros to leading investors and ecosystem partners, ongoing mentorship and feedback from Wintermute and our broader network, potential follow-on investment from Wintermute Construct, and a place in our long-term builder community.