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DivInc to Launch Blockchain Accelerator Program

Austin-based startup accelerator DivInc has announced its first accelerator program dedicated to blockchain technology, aimed at supporting underrepresented founders in the space. The DWeb for Social Impact Accelerator will offer programming and resources to help founders understand decentralized tools and technologies, with up to 10 companies accepted for the 12-week program running from September through November. Each company will receive $10,000 in seed funding upon completion. DivInc CEO Preston James said the goal is to see underrepresented founders play a major role in building high-growth companies and benefitting from the emerging decentralized web and web3 for the greater good. The program is in partnership with the Filecoin Foundation for the Decentralized Web.

(By Nicole Cobler)

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