KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Chiliz launches the second edition of its Includ3d Accelerator to empower innovators in sport, technology, and social impact.
- The program, developed with READY Sport Global, supports initiatives at the intersection of Web3, sport, and social good.
- Expanded to include Spanish and Portuguese content, the accelerator aims to attract sport-for-good innovators from Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula.
- Participants gain access to blockchain certification, mentorship, and new learning tracks to develop practical use cases.
Chiliz has announced the second edition of the Chiliz Includ3d Accelerator during Hacking Paris, part of the Chiliz Hackathon World Tour, held this weekend at the Paris Saint-Germain stadium. This flagship program is designed to empower the next generation of innovators in sport, technology, and social impact.
Developed in collaboration with READY Sport Global, the accelerator supports early-stage initiatives working at the intersection of Web3, sport, and social good. It brings together community-led organizations, social enterprises, and sport disruptors to explore how blockchain technology can help address real-world challenges.
Global Participation and Certification Opportunities
The first edition, launched in October 2024, attracted 321 participants from 46 countries, representing more than 180 organizations, including sports clubs, NGOs, gender equality groups, tech startups, and CSR teams. Participants had access to the world’s first certification in blockchain, sport, and social impact, combining online modules, live expert sessions, and tailored mentorship to develop practical blockchain use cases.
Key themes explored during the program included decentralized governance, cross-border payments, crypto-based fundraising, and regenerative economic models. Six organizations were selected for advanced mentorship, and one project received direct incubation from Chiliz Labs.
Expanded Reach and New Opportunities
Following strong participation from Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America, the second edition is expanding to include content in Spanish and Portuguese, welcoming a new wave of sport-for-good innovators from Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula. Applications will remain open until the end of the month for organizations working at the intersection of sport, community, and Web3 technology.
The program will feature new learning tracks, regional content in three languages, and dedicated support for selected organizations building social impact projects on Chiliz Chain. Lucy Mills, founder of READY Sport Global and co-creator of the Accelerator, noted the growing demand in the sport and social impact space to understand and meaningfully apply Web3 tools.
The Chiliz Includ3d Accelerator is part of Chiliz’s broader commitment to driving real-world utility and impact through blockchain, supporting diverse voices and ideas across the global sports ecosystem. More details about the program can be found here.
Why This Matters: Impact, Industry Trends & Expert Insights
Chiliz has launched the second edition of its Includ3d Accelerator to foster Web3 innovation in sports, highlighting the growing intersection of blockchain technology with sports and social impact initiatives.
Recent industry reports indicate that Web3 is driving sports innovation through blockchain-based fan experiences, immersive phygital formats, and NFT-powered brand activations. This aligns with Chiliz’s efforts to empower sports innovators to leverage blockchain for real-world challenges.
A report from OSL highlights that Web3 is significantly transforming the sports industry by creating new revenue streams and deepening fan engagement. This supports Chiliz’s initiative to integrate Web3 tools in sports, enhancing fan interaction and social impact.
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