In a world where decentralized infrastructure is picking up real momentum, a new wave of startups is stepping into the spotlight—backed by serious funding and guidance.
Outlier Ventures, 1kx, and peaq have just kicked off the second edition of their DePIN Base Camp accelerator program, and the lineup is looking strong.
These aren’t just early-stage experiments—they’re startups tackling everything from air quality to satellite communications, all using the power of decentralization, AI, and Web3.
Five Promising Startups Join the DePIN Base Camp II Roster
This second run of the DePIN Base Camp brings together a diverse group of innovators from across the globe.
Each selected team receives $200,000 in funding from venture capital firm 1kx, along with full-spectrum mentorship to help them build, launch, and grow their decentralized physical infrastructure projects.
Here’s a quick snapshot of the five startups that made the cut:
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Aira Labs (UK): Aira is building a community-powered platform that collects and shares real-time air quality data. Think of it as crowdsourced environmental monitoring on a global scale.
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SkyX (Singapore): SkyX is giving weather forecasting a decentralized upgrade by blending AI, blockchain, and community data. Using their own SKY-100 and SKY-300 weather stations, they reward users for collecting local weather data, turning forecasting into a Web3-powered movement.
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Beacon Protocol (USA): This startup is working to give AI models access to private and topical datasets without compromising data ownership. Data creators get rewarded while maintaining control over their information.
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Combinder (Austria): Combinder taps into unused electrical devices and transforms them into micro-assets that earn money in global energy markets. Essentially, they’re making idle devices work for you.
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Decen Space (Germany): This company is tackling the high cost and complexity of satellite data transfers by connecting satellite companies with a global network of ground station owners—simplifying access and slashing costs.
Beyond the Funding: World-Class Mentorship and Workshops
For the 12-week accelerator, these startups won’t just receive money—they’ll get strategic guidance from a curated list of Web3, DePIN, and blockchain experts.
Mentors include big names like David Rakusan from RockawayX and Tony Drummond, founder of Tokenomics.net.
And it’s not just about one-on-one advice. The program is packed with hands-on workshops covering key areas such as:
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Tokenomics
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Marketing strategies
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Engineering scalability
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Fundraising best practices
Participants will also get the chance to connect with top investors like Aweh Ventures and industry veterans like Dennis van der Vecht, Head of Blockchain at 10Clouds.
The Big Finish: Live Demo Day for Investors
At the end of the program, each startup will present their progress and pitch their vision during a live demo day.
This invite-only event will bring selected investors face-to-face with the founders, giving them a firsthand look at the next generation of DePIN technology in action.
A Promising Step Forward for Decentralized Innovation
With a mix of funding, mentorship, and serious talent, the DePIN Base Camp II program is setting the stage for the next breakthroughs in decentralized infrastructure.
As these five startups push the boundaries of what’s possible—from air and weather data to satellite links and smart energy—this accelerator is helping to shape a smarter, more connected, and community-driven future.