Monthly Roundup: September 2025
Acceleration updates, Open Demo Day, Pivot x Google Cloud — Founders & Investors Connect in Singapore, Tokenized Capital Summit panel discussion & more
September was all about momentum, milestones, and meaningful wins across the Pivot ecosystem.
Startups under our acceleration program continued to make headlines. Blazpay officially launched its Presale Phase 1, giving early contributors a chance to secure $BLAZ at its lowest-ever price, while ChimpX AI pushed forward with its flagship Mojo AI, making DeFi smarter, simpler, and more intuitive than ever before. Meanwhile, Cluster Protocol shook hands with UIgent, integrating its decentralized compute and orchestration layer to power a new era of “vibe-coding” — where APIs evolve into intelligent on-chain agents and full-fledged apps.
From setting the stage for being the community Partner at TOKEN2049 Singapore, to sharing thesis on tokenized assets through a panel discussions at Tokenized Capital Summit Singapore 2025, and getting over 1000 registrations for our Founders & Investors Connect with Google Cloud in Singapore— September reflected what Pivot stands for, giving builders the platform, guidance, and network to scale what matters.
Here’s your full September download 👇
Acceleration updates
Exa Protocol
Exa Protocol is leveling up decentralized storage with a vision that goes far beyond just saving files.
This pivot backed venture is bringing their modular, mobile-first architecture that transforms everyday devices into a powerful decentralized network — making Web3 accessible at scale.
From Proofs of Compute that validate real workloads, to ExaDrive and ExaCompute powering decentralized storage, app delivery, and compute for AI and LLMs, Exa is redefining what a decentralized cloud can be. Add in developer-friendly SDKs that make integration seamless, and you’ve got a foundation built for the next cycle of Web3 innovation.
Ready to build on the future of decentralized cloud? Explore more at: https://www.exaprotocol.com/
Blazpay
Under Pivot’s backing, Blazpay has officially kicked off its long-awaited Presale Phase 1
And the response 1.8M tokens bought by users — This escalated beyond expectations!
At just $0.006 per $BLAZ, this is the lowest entry point the token will ever see, with demand quickly outpacing supply as early believers rush to secure their allocation. Designed at the intersection of AI and DeFi, Blazpay is building a payment ecosystem that rewards users while driving seamless digital transactions.
Phase 1 won’t last long — once it closes, the price automatically moves up. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this journey early.
👉 Secure your $BLAZ now: https://blazpay.com/presale
Turf Network
Under Pivot’s guidance, Turf Network took a major leap forward this month with the launch of its Testnet for the Data Orchestration Protocol, laying the foundation for a decentralized data economy built for the age of AI. 🌐
By tackling bottlenecks like data quality, provenance, and fair creator compensation, Turf is building infrastructure that shifts control away from centralized platforms and into the hands of those who generate and validate real-world data. Powered by Avalanche’s high-throughput architecture, the testnet introduces collector nodes, orchestration layers, and cryptographic proofs that make data transparent, traceable, and economically rewarding.
Developers can now connect, experiment, and start building on top of Turf’s testnet — helping shape the future where AI learns from live, verifiable, and fairly compensated data.
👉 Explore the testnet: https://join.turf.network/
ChimpX AI
ChimpX AI is setting a new standard for how users interact with Web3. This month, the Pivot-backed startup unveiled MOJO AI, an all-in-one agent that lets you control every dApp on Katana from a single superapp.
With 5,200+ users already on the waitlist, MOJO is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated AI x Web3 launches of the year.
👉 Save your spot today: mojo.chimpx.ai
ChimpX also rolled out a frictionless token swap flow: no juggling dApps, no slippage headaches, just one interface and a smooth command that completes your swap in seconds.
Click 👉 HERE to see how it works!
Cluster protocol
Cluster Protocol is pushing the boundaries of decentralized compute with a new partnership with UIgent, a vibe-coding platform that turns APIs into intelligent agents and templates into full-fledged apps. Backed by Pivot, Cluster brings the reliability, scalability, and security of on-chain orchestration to UIgent’s ecosystem — making it easier for developers to transform simple utilities into production-ready applications.
Read about the partnership and see how Cluster is powering the future of vibe-coding
Growth & Community Expansion
August was another month of momentum for the Pivot ecosystem. (Graphic Needed 👇)
- Founder trust is growing stronger, with 490+ startups now applying for acceleration.
- Our VC network has expanded to 290+ groups, with access to more capital to support early-stage Web3 builders.
- On top of that, we’ve welcomed 280+ ecosystem allies, sparking new collaborations and adoption across the board.
- And our community? The energy continues to rise as engagement keeps climbing steadily across every platform, showing just how global the Pivot movement has become.
New VCs onboard
New Partners onboard
Pivot Events
Pivot @ Singapore
A superb week with 6 amazing Web3 events on the sidelines of TOKEN2049, here’s what we achieved:
🔹 Pivot x Token2049 Singapore
As Official Community Partner, we gave our founders/builders access to the world’s largest crypto stage with a 20% discount on their Token2049 tickets. At the heart of Web3’s biggest gathering, Pivot onboarded and connected with some unique startups and is on a mission to provide them access to strategic funding, providing global visibility through our venture eco-system and acceleration support.
🔹 Yellow — Founders & Investors Golf Tournament
We mixed swings with strategy, building relationships between top founders and investors in a relaxed, high-value networking format. Beyond the greens, Pivot unlocked founder-first conversations on scaling, liquidity, and capital readiness.
🔹 MPost — Hack Seasons Conference
As Accelerator Partner, Pivot shared actionable scaling blueprints and GTM strategies for early-stage builders. With 290+ global angels and VCs in our arsenal, we helped position promising teams for long-term traction and real-world adoption.
🔹 Kanga — Web3 Talent Night & VIP Party
We powered an exclusive night of networking where startups met investors, mentors, and global ecosystem allies. Pivot provided the acceleration pathways for talent to move from ideas to venture-ready startups faster than ever.
🔹 Pivot x Google Cloud — Founders & Investors Connect
Over 1,000+ registrations and jam packed room of founders, investors, and builders all in one room this founders connect was by far the most elite rooms for Web3 conversations, from cloud-powered scaling to VC deal flow. Together with Google Cloud, we showed startups how tech + capital unlocks their next stage of growth.
🔹 Gamma Prime — Tokenized Capital Summit Singapore 2025
On stage with the biggest institutional players, Pivot shared its thesis on tokenized assets — liquidity at scale, compliance bridges, and real distribution bets. We positioned ourselves at the intersection of TradFi and Web3, backing founders rewriting how capital markets operate.
Insights
September pulled back the curtain on some of the toughest questions in Web3 — scaling, retention, and capital.
Articles
We started with “Why Web3 Startups Are Failing to Scale Despite Billions Raised”, breaking down why $9.6B in funding isn’t translating to adoption — and what founders actually need to get right to grow.
Then came “Building Sticky Consumer Products in Web 3.0”, where we unpacked attention decay, incentive fatigue, and why habit-forming design — not speculation — is the real key to retention.
Our deep dive on “Emerging Web3 Trends Influencing Venture Capital in 2025” showed how shifting regulation and maturing infrastructure are reshaping where capital flows — from RWAs to DeFi infra.
Finally, in “From Startup Accelerators to DAO Fundraising”, we explored how the venture rulebook is evolving — blending accelerators, angels, community pools, and DAOs into new hybrid funding paths.
Because in Web3, the game has moved beyond just raising capital — it’s about scaling sustainably, retaining meaningfully, and funding practically.
Pivot Decode
Our crunchiest blockchain concepts into popcorn-sized threads for founders who like their insights light, Easy to digest, Packed with insights.
➡️ How Autonomous Agents Are Powering Smarter DeFi & Governance
➡️ Web3 Gaming Goes Mainstream: AI-Powered, Modular, Immersive, Experiences
Markets
September didn’t just slightly adjust the market from August, it completely changed the perspective of web3 funding!
In August, investors were careful, looking for their best ideas (raising $3.65 billion across 112 deals). In September, they found them and put in huge, institutional-sized checks.
The main story: Total capital raised in the Web3 eco-system reached a strong $2.20B across 99 rounds, marking a positive increase from the $2.05B raised in August. This upward trend confirms that major capital continues to flow into the industry.
This huge difference (more money, but far fewer deals) shows a major change in how investors are thinking. The market isn’t just slowing down, it’s becoming laser-focused.
The big drop in the number of deals proves that the old “spray and pray” method used by VCs is finished. The environment is now “go big or go home,” with large amounts of cash only going to ventures that are already proven and solving big, foundational problems. The market is growing up, and most of the new investment is going into large, later-stage projects.
Follow Pivot | Apply for Acceleration | Join Discord
About Pivot
Pivot is a global venture accelerator firm dedicated to the Web 3.0 industry, built by founders, for founders. Pivot’s selected startups are focused on milestones & are not bound to periodic curriculum-based programs. Founded by Anshul Dhir, a 4x founder in the Web 3.0 space, and mentor and investor in over 50 companies in Web3. Primarily focused on early-stage startups ready for execution, Pivot works on a milestone-based acceleration model, rather than a time-bound & cohort-based model offering unparalleled 1-on-1 support, guidance & vision with a robust network that includes 270+ VCs, 65+ mentors & angels, and 230+ ecosystem partners.
