At AADAO, our investment thesis is designed to maximize value creation for the Cosmos Hub Community Pool. But you don’t have to be a Cosmos project to drive value for the Hub.
Our key motivation is driving value back to the Cosmos Hub. While alignment with the Cosmos Hub through the adoption of Interchain Security or other ATOM use cases helps, it is not a prerequisite for receiving venture funding from us.
Our investment thesis could be summarized into the three buckets described below.
#1. Projects launching with Interchain Security (ICS)
We prioritize investments in projects launching with Interchain Security, including those within the Atom Economic Zone (AEZ).
These projects directly contribute to the Cosmos Hub and the ATOM token, by utilizing Cosmos Hub’s economic security, driving onchain activity or the demand for ATOM.
#2. Projects in the broader Cosmos ecosystem
We invest in projects that, although launching elsewhere in the Interchain or broader Cosmos ecosystem, bring value back to ATOM.
This could be through revenue sharing, the use of ATOM as gas, or other mechanisms that enhance the utility and demand for ATOM. We also support projects that expand the IBC ecosystem and foster connections with other blockchain ecosystems.
#3. High ROI projects in any ecosystem
Beyond the Cosmos ecosystem, we are open to investing in any Web3 projects across any blockchain network that offers a high return on investment.
These ventures must demonstrate significant potential for growth and innovation, making them attractive opportunities for our portfolio.
For projects in this bucket, you do not need to have any connection to ATOM or Cosmos. However, cross-chain collaboration with ATOM or Cosmos is highly recommended.
Are we a match?
Think your project has what it takes to receive venture funding from the Cosmos Hub?
We fund projects that align with our investment thesis, including those launching with Interchain Security, projects within the Cosmos ecosystem that provide value accrual to ATOM, and high ROI Web3 projects across any ecosystem. You don’t have to be a Cosmos project, nor do you need to use ATOM as Gas.
What does AADAO seek in return for its investment?
In return for our capital (as part of the Ventures program), we seek equity, tokens or warrants in your startup, ensuring that our success is closely aligned with the growth and success of your project.
How much venture funding can AADAO deploy in my project?
It depends on our analysis of your termsheet and your growth potential. In the first nine months of the Venture Program, ticket sizes have ranged from $50k to $500k.
You can see granular data about our Venture Program on our Funding Dashboard.
Do I need to use ATOM as Gas to get Venture funding?
No, you don’t need to use ATOM as Gas. In fact, we also invest in projects that aren’t in the Cosmos ecosystem.
