Syndika

🎂 Happy 2nd Birthday, Syndika! Two years ago, we set out to build the first Web3 syndicate—a collective force driving Web3 forward.🎉 Since then, we’ve evolved into a thriving hub of Web3 leaders and a powerful company shaping the future of the ecosystem. From builders to investors, creators to innovators—we’re all about collaboration, innovation, and impact. A huge thank you to our community for being part of this journey ♥️ The following chapters will be even more thrilling, with bigger wins, ideas, events, and many reasons to celebrate! 📨If you're interested in joining Syndika as a Member, Advisor, or Partner, DM Valeriya Ignatieva or reach out to her on Telegram: @valeriya_syndika.

From Speculation to Utility—A New Vision for Memecoins Memecoins have rapidly become a defining force in the crypto space, blending internet culture with financial speculation. While some see them as a joke, their market impact is anything but trivial. The Javier Milei and LIBRA memecoin incident serves as a textbook example of how the memecoin market can be manipulated, often enriching a select few at the expense of unsuspecting retail investors. The critics calling it a cautionary tale are absolutely right. However, while memecoins come with undeniable risks—fraud, speculation, and pump-and-dump schemes—they also offer unique advantages. ✔️Community-Driven Growth: Strong, engaged communities form around memecoins, driving adoption and loyalty in ways few other digital assets can. ✔️Viral Marketing & Mass Appeal: Unlike conventional crypto projects, memecoins leverage internet culture and memes to spread rapidly, attracting a broader audience. ✔️Low Barrier to Entry: Unlike traditional finance, where launching an asset requires significant capital and regulatory compliance, memecoins can be created and traded with minimal effort. ✔️ Genuinely new financial phenomenon that is still evolving: As the market matures, we are beginning to see experiments in integrating memecoins with DeFi, governance models, and real-world use cases—indicating that their role in the financial ecosystem is far from settled. 🤔Rather than dismissing memecoins entirely, we should repurpose them as tools to fund and support real innovation. If we fail to do so, the web3 ecosystem risks being overshadowed by speculative hype cycles that ultimately harm both investors and builders. The choice is clear: harness the power of memecoins responsibly or allow them to remain a destructive force within the industry.

🙌From connecting with partners at NFT Paris to forging new collaborations, launching Syndika’s first offline meet-up, and sharing Web3 insights, February was packed with action! 👇Read the full recap here

👏A New Chapter for Syndika! Last week, we hit an exciting milestone—hosting our very first offline event! This is just the beginning of many more gatherings that will bring together Web3 leaders and founders together. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, including our partners and new friends from 1inch Labs, Kima Network, Silver Castle, NFTrade, Fhenix, Soda Labs, Nominis, Fuse, Auroca Finance, Tiamonds, Tea-Fi, Borsa, and many others. Your insights and contributions made this event truly special! 📧If you’d like to join us next month, feel free to DM our BizDev Manager, Valeriya Ignatieva. Stay tuned for our next Syndicate Sunday announcement.🤩

What Web3 Leaders Say About Syndika 📢One of our close partners, InnMind, is a professional network of startups that has established the largest tech startup community in Europe. Launched in February 2016, InnMind has turned into a leading digital acceleration platform for more than 50,000+ web3 startups, VC funds, experts, and other players in the ecosystem. 👇Check out what the InnMind team says about our synergy opportunities here.

What Lessons Can We Take from the Largest Crypto Hack in the History ($1.5 Bybit Hack)? In February 2025, Bybit suffered the largest hack in crypto history. The breach happened when attackers exploited a vulnerability during a routine transfer from a cold (offline) wallet to a warm (online) wallet. By manipulating the smart contract’s signing interface, they redirected 400,000 ETH (≈$1.5B) into their own accounts—a staggering loss. Many have analyzed what happened. Instead, let’s focus on what we must remember to prevent similar attacks: 🚨 Every system—even cold wallets—can be exploited Cold storage is often considered the gold standard for security, but no system is completely immune. Regularly audit security processes, monitor transactions, and update protocols to mitigate emerging threats. 🚨 Social engineering attacks target people, not just systems Even experienced teams can fall victim. Hackers exploit human psychology—whether through phishing, impersonation, or manipulation. Mandatory security training, strict internal procedures, and enforced multi-person verification can prevent breaches. 🚨 One level of security is never enough A single point of failure is a hacker’s best friend. Layered security measures—such as multi-signature wallets, independent transaction reviews, and automated anomaly detection—are essential for reducing risk. 🛡Remember: Hackers don’t wait—neither should you. Stay ahead of evolving threats—keep yourself protected.

Syndika’s Biweekly Digest is here!📢 What was the week like for Syndika’s ecosystem startups? 🔽Check it out in this brief recap!

NFT Paris - Brief Recap Last week, our Bizdev Manager, Valeriya Ignatieva, was happy to join NFT Paris, one of the biggest blockchain events in Europe, to represent Syndika and connect with industry leaders. What was it like? ✅ 50+ side events filled with vibrant energy, exciting showcases, and hands-on experiences ✅Inspiring talks from visionary leaders ✅We were also excited to meet our dear partners from INPUT Communications Agency, DigNow.io, and Studio Venture Lab and meet new friends like absolute labs and others. 👏Huge thanks to everyone who took the time to catch up and the organizers for bringing this fantastic event to life. See you at the next event this year!

Syndika 🤝 SVLab: Empowering Web3 Startups with Strategic Growth & Funding We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with SVLab Studio Venture Lab, a Maltese firm dedicated to accelerating Web3 and blockchain startups in the venture capital ecosystem. Together, we are creating new opportunities for ambitious founders, combining Syndika’s deep expertise in Web3 growth with SVLab’s powerful venture-building framework. 🔎 About SVLab Studio Venture Lab Studio Venture Lab is a Malta-based advisory firm that specializes in supporting startups in the venture capital ecosystem, providing hands-on guidance in business strategy, fundraising, and investor relations. Key Features of SVLab’s Ecosystem: ✅ Multi-Sector Expertise – Focused on DeFi, Gaming, SocialFi, AI, Impact, RWA & Infrastructure, backing founders across Europe. ✅ Facilitated over $25M in investments through strong connections with venture capital firms, family offices, and angel investors. ✅ Beyond Investment – SVLab provides strategic business consulting, tokenomics design, pitch deck creation, and market insights to help projects scale. ✅ VC & Influencer Network – Connected to top venture capitalists, industry experts, and Web3 influencers, ensuring startups receive the right exposure. ✅ Transparent & Reliable Advisory – As a registered company, SVLab ensures a trustworthy and structured approach to fundraising consultancy, valuation assessments, and investor negotiations. Together, we will focus on: 🤝Enhanced Startup Acceleration – Supporting projects in refining their business models, investor pitches, and fundraising strategies. 🤝Investor & Ecosystem Matchmaking – Helping founders connect with high-value investors, partners, and community builders. "We've joined forces with Syndika to amplify our impact and deliver even greater value to our clients through combined strengths. By integrating SVLab’s extensive market reach with Syndika's specific expertise, we're poised to offer comprehensive and cutting-edge solutions," - shares Stefano Giordani, CEO of SVLab Ltd.

💘 Love connects, and so does Web3 and great minds! 💘   This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the strongest bond of all—the power of collaboration! 🤝 ✨ 🚀 In Web3, success isn’t a solo journey—it’s about builders, innovators, and disruptors coming together to shape the future. We love you, our Syndika ecosystem, to the moon and back! ❤️ #happyvalentinesday