A Web3 startup studio transforming
talented crypto-native builders into visionary founders

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Applications for the 2026 cohort are now open.

Why build with us?
Designed to power the Web3 Revolution

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Program Overview
The Fortify Labs Ethos

Small cohort size. Bespoke care for each startup. Hands-on support.

We provide:

Guidance & Mentorship

Access to L1 Ecosystem

Community of users

Strategic Connections

Investment Opportunities

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Access resources from the Tezos Ecosystem
Fortify Labs' Support Packages

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And up to USD 1,270,000 in funding opportunities in the form of
investments, grants and liquidity loans for promising projects

The Fortify Labs edge

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"Working with TZ APAC, the team behind Fortify Labs, has been an absolute privilege since day one. What stands out is their genuine helpfulness across a wide range of areas - marketing, legal, KOLs and even VC introductions.

I wholeheartedly recommend any startup—whether undecided about which chain to build on or exploring expansion to additional L2s—to consider building on Etherlink and working with the TZ APAC team.

The level of commitment you get at Fortify Labs is rare, and it makes all the difference."


- Sogni AI, Fortify Labs 2025

 

Scaled from Testnet to 90,000 mainnet users
Executed a successful TGE

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“I joined Fortify Labs with just an idea. From that moment, it felt like a three-month hackathon where we refined, improved, and pushed things forward every week.

With the mentorship and feedback provided, we managed to transform the idea into 5050 - a funded and sustainable project. Having the talented Fortify Labs team behind me really helped me drive my vision. I highly recommend it for any project willing to expand and scale.



- 5050, Fortify Labs 2025

 

From idea to full product in 3 months
600 users in the first two weeks post-launch

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“We joined Fortify Labs initially to get a deeper understanding to build out the Web3 side of our products. Fortify Labs is the longest startup program to attend and that has been helpful as we have enough time to tweak things. Other accelerators I’ve been to are relatively short, so the amount we can cover in two to three months is very limited. Fortify Labs is the most active startup program in terms of help provided.

We also learnt a lot about making narratives, and building the right stories for investors in Web3. The sessions on revising our pitch deck were very important and valuable.”



- Questflow, Fortify Labs 2024

 

156x increase in MAU
Valued at USD 50 million

Fortify your journey with industry’s most prominent leaders
by your side


VCs, investors, founders and leaders have signed up as Advisors, ready to share their experience with you.

“We’ve picked up a lot of relevant and actionable knowledge through the mentorship sessions and workshops on topics such as startup management and user acquisition. The pitch deck clinics taught us how we can pitch to and negotiate with VCs.”

- TaskOn, Fortify Labs 2024

Mentor - Ed TZ APAC

You will also be mentored by Edmund Ng (Portfolio Manager at Pavilion Capital) once you join the program.

Edmund is a Web3 native, and has advised various leading projects at various stages in their business life cycle.

In addition, he has over a decade of experience in investment banking, capital markets, M&A, restructuring and venture capital/private equity. 

Partners 
We're creating a thriving ecosystem here, collaborating with partners who embrace our shared values.
Join our program and discover the benefits of working alongside these exceptional partners.
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Your frequently-asked questions, answered

♦ How does Fortify Labs by TZ APAC differentiate itself?
♦ Why should I build on Tezos and/or Etherlink?
♦ Who are the mentors or advisors participating in the program?
♦ Is Fortify Labs by TZ APAC remote or in-person?

…. And more

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