Breaking down AIBC Asia Pitch 2025 essentials

AIBC Asia 2025 summit is set to commence in less than a week in Manila, from 1 to 4 June 2025, with the AIBC Asia Pitch taking place at 14:45 on June 4 at the SMX Convention Centre Manila on the AIBC Stage. The event will be hosted by Olga Yaroshevsky, AIBC Managing Director. The AIBC Asia Pitch is a showcase for emerging ventures building the future of blockchain, digital assets, decentralised finance, and AI. 

This competition is more than a stage for founders to present their vision, it is a launchpad for early-stage companies to access capital, mentorship, and partnerships that can accelerate growth in the global Web3 and fintech landscape. Finalists are given direct exposure to investors and corporate partners, along with access to premium networking, hands-on guidance from leaders in blockchain and crypto, and the chance to secure resources critical for scaling their technology. The AIBC Pitch is a unique opportunity for founders to validate their solutions, refine their go-to-market strategy, and connect with the wider digital assets ecosystem.

Meet the four judges

Laura K. Inamedinova
Chief Global Ecosystem Officer, Gate.io
Laura K. Inamedinova is an award-winning entrepreneur, investor, and keynote speaker who has been shaping the Web3 landscape since 2016. At Gate.io, she oversees global expansion and investment for one of the world’s leading digital asset exchanges and its venture capital arm, GVC, driving adoption and ecosystem growth across blockchain markets.

Anton Golub
Chief Business Officer, Freedx
Anton Golub leads business strategy at Freedx, a next-generation centralised exchange. Previously, he founded and operated his own crypto exchange and market-making firm, and has served on the boards of multiple Web3 and fintech companies, bringing deep expertise in digital asset trading and decentralised finance.

Adrian Niculescu
CEO, TOMORROWerse Capital
Adrian Niculescu is a fintech investor and entrepreneur with over two decades of experience building and mentoring technology companies. He has guided more than 30 startups since 2014, completed 250 real estate transactions, and brings a strong background in venture investment and scaling digital businesses.

Dom De Leon
Executive Director, DEVCON Philippines
Dom De Leon is a technology leader with over 10 years of experience in advertising, fintech, and sustainable development. As Executive Director of DEVCON, the Philippines’ largest developer community, he fosters talent development and inclusivity within the local tech and blockchain ecosystem.

Pitch startup participants

Red Circle Global –AI voice automation for iGaming and forex operators, licensed in Manila
Based in Manila and holding a local licence, Red Circle Global delivers Circle Voice AI, an advanced voice automation platform tailored for iGaming and forex operators. The solution uses AI-driven inbound and outbound call handling, real time call streaming, and sentiment analysis in more than 140 languages to streamline KYC, player retention, and VIP engagement. Integrated with Twilio and ElevenLabs, the platform automates compliance and enhances operational efficiency for both B2B and B2C clients. Red Circle Global is currently not raising external funding and operates through monthly subscriptions, enterprise licensing, pay-per-use add-ons, and setup fees, with a focus on optimising customer experience and reducing costs.

Analytiks Inc. – AI-driven risk modelling and fraud detection for gaming operators
Headquartered in Taguig City, Analytiks Inc. provides AI-powered risk modelling and fraud detection for gaming operators. Their machine learning platform analyses player behaviour to detect suspicious activity, prevent fraud, and support responsible gaming, combining AI training, custom solutions, and consulting. Analytiks Inc. is actively raising funds to scale its AI-driven risk modelling and fraud detection solutions and has been entirely bootstrapped to date. Revenue is generated through custom AI solutions, training, and consulting services, with KPIs focused on revenue growth and client satisfaction.

Bitcoin Lawyer –Bitcoin native legal tech for global mobility and compliance
Operating from St Vincent and the Grenadines, Bitcoin Lawyer is the first Bitcoin-native legal-tech firm, offering global mobility and legal advisory services for high-net-worth individuals. The firm operates entirely on Bitcoin, providing billing, compliance, and advisory through proprietary AI workflows and Visa Mate.ai, an instant eligibility checker. Bitcoin Lawyer is in the beginning stages of fundraising, with revenue driven by retainer fees, compliance services, and premium advisory, focusing on client lifetime value and Bitcoin payment adoption.

Dafi –Web3 decentralised finance platform empowering smallholder farmers
Based in Quezon City, Dafi (Decentralized Agriculture Finance Initiative) is a Web3 platform built on the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) that connects smallholder farmers to decentralised finance. Using blockchain smart contracts, tokenisation, and decentralised identities, Dafi enables farmers to create verifiable digital profiles, earn agric-tokens, and access microloans, insurance, and market connections. Dafi is currently in the pre-seed stage and seeking initial funding to support product development, user testing, and early adoption. Revenue will come from transaction fees, subscriptions, and premium analytics, with KPIs focused on user growth, transaction volume, and capital raised for farmers.

Pitch winner prize

SiGMA Pitch participants compete for substantial support packages designed to accelerate business growth and market entry:

• Startup Marketing Package (€21,300): Includes branded exhibition space, premium office workspace, comprehensive digital promotion services, and privileged networking opportunities across SiGMA conferences.

• Industry Education Package (€2,600): Provides selected training programmes from the iGaming Academy, ensuring teams maintain regulatory compliance and sector expertise.

• Cloud Infrastructure Package (€10,000): Delivered through AWS Activate, this package offers technical guidance, system architecture consulting, and $10,000 in AWS credits for confident business scaling.

• Talent Acquisition Package (€2,000 & reduced pricing): Grants access to r77’s professional recruitment solutions, executive search services, compensation analysis, and leadership development initiatives.

• Brand Development Package (€7,000 & reduced pricing): Chips offers strategic branding consultation, social platform enhancement, and comprehensive website evaluation services.

• Blockchain Growth Package (€100,000): Through ZBX, startups receive complimentary platform listing, promotional campaigns, and specialised resources for blockchain venture acceleration.

• Technology Foundation Package (Up to €400,000): Encompasses cloud computing and SaaS credits from leading providers, including Nvidia, DigitalOcean, Notion, and DocSend, for advanced technological infrastructure.

The start-up Pitch showcases the entrepreneurial spirit driving innovation across Asia’s rapidly expanding gaming and technology sectors, highlighting diverse approaches to platform development, user engagement, and market expansion.

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