Aptos Foundation Launches $2M Grant Program to Boost Web3 Innovation in China

Movemaker, the official community organization of the Aptos Foundation, has announced the launch of the Movemaker Grant Program and the opening of Aptos Space, a state-of-the-art collaboration hub in China Hong Kong. These initiatives are aimed at strengthening the Aptos blockchain ecosystem, particularly in the Chinese-speaking region, and driving Web3 innovation globally.

Backed by multimillion-dollar funding and resources from the Aptos Foundation, Movemaker is committed to empowering developers, supporting innovative projects, and fostering a thriving blockchain community. The Movemaker Grant Program will provide financial, strategic, and technical support to projects building on the Aptos blockchain, with a focus on DeFi, AI, payment solutions, stablecoins, and real-world assets (RWAs). In the first phase of the rollout, Movemaker has allocated US$2 million in grants.

The grants will support promising projects with funding to accelerate development and project growth, strategic and technical guidance for builders on the Aptos blockchain, and talent and branding support to enhance project visibility and adoption. The program aims to support developers and projects from the Chinese-speaking region while also welcoming global teams interested in this market to join. Interested parties can apply for a grant on movemaker.xyz/grants-program.

As an additional benefit of the Movemaker Grant Program, grantees will have the chance to co-work and collaborate from Aptos Space, a brand-new physical venue in the heart of China Hong Kong. Movemaker will also host regular meetups and developer events at Aptos Space to attract local and global Web3 talent.

Key initiatives for the year ahead include the Ambassador Program, which aims to build a network of champions who share Movemaker’s vision for Web3. Additionally, Movemaker plans to host at least two large-scale builder events in 2025 to unite local Chinese-speaking and global Web3 talent. The organization will also collaborate with government bodies, media, and community leaders to amplify Aptos’ impact in and beyond the blockchain space. Regular online events and AMAs will be held to keep the Aptos community informed and inspired.

Movemaker invites developers, innovators, and industry partners to join its mission to revolutionize blockchain technology and Web3 adoption. The initiative offers opportunities for builders seeking grants, entrepreneurs interested in collaboration, and community members looking to contribute, serving as a gateway to the Aptos ecosystem. For more information, users can visit movemaker.xyz or follow Movemaker on X: @MovemakerCN and @MovemakerEN.

Movemaker is an official Aptos community organization focused on advancing the development and growth of the Aptos ecosystem in the Chinese-speaking region. As the official representative of Aptos in this key market, Movemaker has received millions of dollars in funding and resources from the Aptos Foundation. By integrating resources, empowering communities, and providing technical support, Movemaker aims to accelerate the adoption and prosperity of Aptos. Movemaker is co-launched by Ankaa Labs and BlockBooster.

The Aptos Foundation is dedicated to supporting the development of the Aptos protocol, decentralized network, and driving engagement with the Aptos ecosystem. By unlocking a blockchain with seamless usability, the Aptos Foundation aims to bring the benefits of decentralization to the masses.