Lightspeed The Solana Token Launchpad Coming for Venture Capital | Ryan Connor
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May 16, 2025 Ryan Connor, Head of Research at Blockworks, dives deep into the Believe app, a fresh approach designed for indie developers to secure funding through tokenization. He discusses the memeification of capital markets and its impact on investor behavior. Connor critiques Zora's token launchpad model while highlighting the unique strategies that Believe employs. They also tackle sniping issues during crypto launches and explore how these trends shape the volatile landscape of meme coins, suggesting a new era for venture capital and community engagement in the crypto space.
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Believe's Unique Market Position
- Believe targets indie app builders who typically can't monetize or access venture capital.
- It provides a curated token launchpad experience, differentiating from other meme coin platforms.
Token Launchpad for Indie Devs
- Indie app developers lack access to traditional venture capital and raise money via tokens.
- Believe unlocks capital formation for small projects that wouldn't attract venture funding.
Vibe Coding and Meme Coins
- Meme coins and vibe coding enable rapid capital formation and idea validation.
- Launching a token gauges market interest before building the app, speeding iteration.