Global Incubation Program Expands by YZi Labs, with CZ as a Backer, Under EASY Residency's Initiative
The EASY Residency: Revolutionizing Early-Stage Founders' Lives
Welcome to the EASY Residency, a groundbreaking program by YZi Labs, set to make the startup journey a breeze for the fiercest minds innovating in Web3, AI, and healthcare. Bankrolled by none other than Binance founder CZ, this exceptional global incubation initiative is here to help the crème de la crème of early founders thrive.
Kicking off on June 2, 2025, in Silicon Valley, the EASY Residency isn't just another accelerator – it's an epic 10-week adrenaline rush, crafted for trailblazers. This in-person extravaganza, expanding to tech hubs like Singapore and Dubai, stands apart due to its relentless focus on hands-on incubation. Say goodbye to distractions; EASY Residency will cover all essential expenses, including housing, chow, workspace, early funding, so you can concentrate on building your startup like a boss.
EASY Residency: The Revolution Galvanizing the Startup Ecosystem
The EASY Residency is YZi Labs' latest scheme to champion early-stage founders through a unique mix of financial backup, mentorship, and global connections. Instead of those dreaded video meetings and Zoom fatigue, this program is all about real-life interaction. Picture this – no more virtual barriers, just you, the world's finest minds, and the environment ideal for crown jewel ideas to soar.
Cathy Dou: The Brains Behind It All
Who better to spearhead this ambitious project than Cathy Dou, now leading EASY Residency as Incubation Operations Head? Her era of nearly 20 years in tech, media, entrepreneurship, and angel investing across the US, Europe, and Asia gives her a rare and unparalleled skillset. With her stint in robotics at ABB and success as a media entrepreneur, she encapsulates operational brilliance and visionary creativity – the ultimate operator, if you will. Ella Zhang, YZi Labs' big boss, refers to Cathy as akin to Emily Liu from HF0, describing her as someone who attentively listens and supports founders. Cathy's mission is crystal clear: to create a nurturing environment where the top-tier founders can flourish, unencumbered.
The Cherry on Top: 10 Weeks of Incubation
Crafted for a select cohort of 10 to 20 ambitious teams, the 10-week incubation promises:
- Initial financial backing to set your project into motion
- Expert guidance from seasoned investors, engineers, and industry titans
- Free housing, meals, and workspace throughout the entire 10 weeks
- A shining moment at Demo Day, where top VCs weigh your product and progress
It's not just a program; it's an experience designed to cultivate deep focus and speed up outcomes. Are you ready to seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and transform your early-stage founding dreams into a reality?
YZi Labs: Expanding its Global Support System
With over $10 billion in assets under management, YZi Labs is no stranger to risky ventures. Their investment strategy prioritizes social and environmental impact, with over 300 firms across 25 countries in their portfolio. Over 65 of them have already completed one of YZi's incubation tracks. With the EASY Residency program, they're raising the stakes, offering in-person, boundary-breaking support to inkling startups in high-impact domains. By launching in Silicon Valley and then conquering global cities, they're weaving an unbroken veil of support for avant-garde ideas worldwide.
Time to Act: Apply Now
Ready to join the EASY Residency cohort? Applications are open now! Submit your application by May 21, 2025, at 23:59 GMT-7, as space is limited, and the selection process is brutally competitive. The ultimate Demo Day on August 10, 2025, will be the chance to grab VCs' attention and prove your mettle. From the first cohort onward, EASY Residency is poised to join the ranks of the most prestigious global startup programs.
Ahead of the Pack: Launchpad for the Next Big Thing
When early-stage founders face a gauntlet of obstacles, the EASY Residency stands tall as a beacon of hope. With support from powerhouse names like CZ and a strategic mind like Cathy Dou at the helm, YZi Labs is reinventing founder support. This isn't about pedantic lectures or ivory tower theories – it's about doing. It's about giving you the chance to focus, the capital to act, and the team to grow. And for those fortunate enough to earn a spot, EASY Residency might just be your ticket to the next big thing. Let the journey to innovation begin!
- The EASY Residency is not just providing financial backing through venture capital, but also offering incubation and mentorship to early-stage founders working on groundbreaking technology, including Web3 startups.
- As part of the program, selected participants will receive initial funding, free housing, meals, and workspace for 10 weeks, enabling them to invest entirely in building their businesses without financial distractions.
- The EASY Residency, backed by YZi Labs and led by technology veteran Cathy Dou, is expanding its global presence, aiming to become a launchpad for cutting-edge businesses that have a positive impact on society, by providing in-person support to startups in high-impact domains like technology, AI, and healthcare.
