Crowdfunding Platform Swarm Announces First Class of Startups

Crowdfunding Platform Swarm Announces First Class of Startups

Decentralized crowdfunding startup Swarm has announced the first class of businesses that will feature on its bitcoin-powered platform. The crowdfunding platform's application process saw a number of groups submit applications, with a select few advancing to the video presentation stage. Entrepreneurs hoping to take part in the initiative pitched their projects, all emphasizing the importance of decentralized innovation. The company now says that five companies and organizations comprise its first class: Manna - a developer of smart personal drone networks. Coinspace - an operator of a....


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