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dYdX Ecosystem Development Program

dYdX
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The dYdX Ecosystem Development Program offers grants to projects that involve, build on top of, or benefit the dYdX protocol and its community. Applications are assessed on relevance, benefit, feasibility, execution, qualification, originality and cost. Applicants complete an application form, and the Grants lead contacts them directly if the application is successfully considered.

Programme terms

Amount
Amount not published by the organiser — applications are assessed against criteria: relevance, benefit, feasibility, execution, qualification, originality and cost.
Funding type
Grant
Stages
MVP
Industries
Web3 / Blockchain, Fintech
Regions
Global
Applications
Rolling intake
Who can apply
Grants must involve, build on top of, or benefit the protocol in some capacity. Applicants must have some background or credentials to prove their capabilities. Projects must contribute something new to the protocol, not just repeat existing grants or previous work.
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Data checked: October 8, 2026. Organisers change their terms. Check their site before you apply.

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