We prioritize highly impactful DeFi initiatives using novel mechanism designs and leading in applied research. Ideal projects seamlessly connect real-world markets with digital ones and have broad financial and social resonance.

The fund is initially set at $1 million, and aims to expand as projects launch and grow.

Projects can receive anywhere between $20,000 to $250,000 to allow support for a diverse range of project sizes.

Beyond grant support, Thala provides incubation services like engineering assistance, infrastructure setup, among others.

While we aim to help teams build from scratch, we're also keen to support projects with more advanced MVPs.

Aptos brings DeFi applications unparalleled scalability, throughput, and swift finality. The Move language is distinct, emphasizing asset scarcity and robust safety. With resources representing assets and fortified access controls, Move ensures your assets are both secure and efficiently managed.