Deadline: July 3, 2026
Applications for the Stellar x CV Labs Accelerator 2026 are now open. The Stellar x CV Labs Accelerator is built for startups ready to scale rapidly, focusing on technical execution, GTM support, and investor readiness. Designed for teams building solutions within DeFi, payments, and RWA. The outlined program combines hands-on support for builders who are currently building on Stellar or plan to build on Stellar within or for EMEA. Eligible startups will receive personalized guidance every step of the way from a truly global team.
They offer a 12-week, remote-first accelerator built for the EMEA market. The program includes a high-impact in-person component in Cape Town, South Africa, culminating with a live Demo Day during the Stellar Meridian Conference taking place October 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Benefits
- Founders may receive up to $150,000 in XLM in initial development funding from the Stellar Development Foundation.
- Additionally, they will get access to ecosystem perks, credits, investor exposure, and strategic VC intros to help them scale and succeed.
- Post program, participants are potentially eligible for additional capital in the form of grants from the Stellar Development Foundation as well.
Eligibility
- They are seeking early-stage startups that have already gained traction and are ready to grow at an exponential rate.
- They are looking for founding teams building in DeFi, payments, or RWAs, either based in EMEA or developing solutions for the region(s).
Application
Join the accelerator for a 12-week startup building journey. Applications are open until July 3, 2026.
For more information, visit Stellar x CV Labs Accelerator.
