Alliance, founded in 2020, operates the world's most selective accelerator for startups in the crypto and AI sectors. Its core offering is a 10-week intensive program: two weeks of in-person onboarding in New York, followed by eight weeks of remote mentorship and lectures, concluding with a Demo Day where founders present to leading venture capitalists. Accepted startups receive $500,000 in funding immediately upon admission.
The organization's selection process is rigorous, prioritizing founders with unique insights, perseverance, and integrity over those with elite credentials or warm VC introductions. Alliance backs founders for the life of their company with ongoing funding, mentorship, and access to an exclusive community of over 700 crypto and AI founders. The combined valuation of its alumni exceeds $14 billion, with over 300 startups having been accelerated. The median Alliance startup raises $3.5 million at a $25 million post-money valuation after completing the program.
Based in New York City's SoHo neighborhood, Alliance maintains a focused geographic presence centered on its in-person onboarding component.
