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ProgrammesLondon HubJobsEcosystem Encode Club is funding early-stage projects building Web3 and AI applications on Polygon! ### The Polygon AI x Web3 Grant Program offers funding from 10k-50k POL across three tiers for teams building innovative applications that combine artificial intelligence with blockchain technology on Polygon.
This grants programme supports serious developers at different stages - from early prototypes to market-ready solutions. Whether you're building AI-powered DeFi protocols, intelligent gaming experiences, or decentralised AI infrastructure - there's funding available to accelerate your development. **Small Grants (10k-20k POL)** fund ideation and MVP development.
**Medium Grants (25k-40k POL)** support functional product development. **Large Grants (50k POL)** help scale proven solutions with market traction. Check out the application questions in this **document**before applying.
Choose from three funding tiers designed to support projects at different stages from early ideation Get funding to build your AI x Web3 project with grants up to 50k POL to develop applications on Pol Build in key focus areas like AI-powered DeFi, intelligent gaming, smart contract security Apply at any development stage from ideation to MVP to scaling phase ## Encode x Polygon Grants Programme ## We’re excited to support innovative developers, teams, and organisations worldwide that leverage the power of both Web3 and AI on the Polygon Network.
Our grants programme is designed to fund and nurture projects at **different stages of development**, whether you're experimenting with an idea, building your first product, or scaling an established solution. Our goal is to support teams that push the boundaries of **AI and Web3** and contribute to the long-term **growth of the Polygon ecosystem**.
Here are some key areas of focus, but not limited to: * AI-Enhanced NFTs & Gaming * AI for Smart Contracts & Security * Decentralised AI & Compute Networks * AI in Governance & DAOs * AI-Powered Identity & Privacy These are just a few examples - if you’re building something at the intersection of AI and Web3, we’d love to hear about it! ##### Small Grants (10k–20k POL) For early-stage projects in the ideation and MVP phase.
These grants help teams experiment, develop prototypes, and gather initial user feedback to validate their concepts. ##### Medium Grants (25k–40k POL) Designed for projects that have successfully built an MVP and are now working toward a functional first version of their product. This funding supports feature development, initial user adoption, and refining the core offering.
##### Larger Grants (50k POL) For projects that have gained early traction. These grants help teams optimise their products, drive adoption, enhance market positioning, and solidify their long-term strategy. Polygon is the fast, low-cost blockchain powering real-world assets and global payments, used by millions every day.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Early-stage projects building Web3 and AI applications on the Polygon Network. Supports innovative developers, teams, and organizations worldwide. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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