Meld Ventures

Blockchain-based Unified Global WiFi Network.

NeoMoon aims to become a Spanish challenger bank –i.e., it will have its own license- serving the needs of not only Spanish citizens but also Latin American people living in Spain and abroad.

Folks Finance is a leading algorithmic capital markets protocol for lending and borrowing, developed on the Algorand blockchain. It provides users with the ability to earn continuous economic returns by depositing liquidity, while also allowing them to secure crypto loans by using their deposits as collateral. The protocol emphasizes soundness and security through its innovative economic lending model and includes features such as staking of rewards, safety margins for cryptocurrency pairs, and a unique liquidity provision system. Developed by Blockchain Italia, a firm specializing in Algorand, Folks Finance aims to deliver scalable, low-cost, and secure financial tools for digital assets, enabling users to actively participate in Algorand governance.

PlanetWatch is a company focused on decentralizing and incentivizing air quality monitoring through the use of IoT sensors and blockchain technology. By engaging the community in environmental monitoring, PlanetWatch rapidly deploys cost-effective fixed and mobile sensors, creating dense networks that provide real-time data on air quality. This innovative approach equips governments and businesses with critical tools and services to address environmental concerns and improve air quality. The company's model combines advanced technology and public participation to foster a more responsive and effective environmental monitoring system.

TryCrypto is a builder community focused on simplifying decentralized technology for mainstream users. By providing essential tools and resources, TryCrypto aims to facilitate the development of blockchain applications. The organization is dedicated to making blockchain technology more accessible, thereby promoting its adoption and integration into everyday life. Through its initiatives, TryCrypto seeks to empower individuals and businesses to leverage the benefits of decentralized solutions, ultimately contributing to the transformation of society.

PrimeDAO is an open finance system built on Ethereum that aims to enhance decentralized control and coordination within the decentralized finance (DeFi) space. The organization develops tools designed to transform DeFi into a collaborative ecosystem, supporting digital organizations at every stage of their lifecycle—from initiation to growth and maturity. By offering a range of services, PrimeDAO enables its members to foster a positive-sum ecosystem, promoting cooperation and shared success among participants in the DeFi space.

Founded in 2017 by an encryption technology pioneer, a former political operative and a banking veteran, AIKON’s vision is to build technology products that decentralize and catalyze the global digital economy. AIKON believes that the world must become a decentralized global economy to facilitate worldwide collaboration and equal opportunity regardless of location, background, or easy access to banks or credit cards. AIKON has raised $2 million from Palo Alto-based OVO Fund and various angel investors from the U.S., Japan and Europe.