KRYPTOSPHERE®

What KRYPTOSPHERE® does

KRYPTOSPHERE® is a France-based, volunteer-led non-profit student association (loi 1901) founded in September 2017 by four students that operates as the first pan-European student network dedicated to crypto-assets, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. It runs physical branches at more than 20 universities and business schools across France (ESSEC, ESCP, Polytechnique, Sorbonne, Paris Dauphine-PSL, IAE Lyon, IMT Atlantique, EPITA, ENSIIE, INSEEC, ESGI Paris, NEOMA, IESEG, Albert School), the United Kingdom (Hult Business School, London) and Belgium (HEH Mons), serving 800+ student members as of 2025. Its core outputs are educational rather than technological: it produces the periodic KryptoPaper research publication, an annual Impact Report, and a PhD thesis on blockchain and law; delivers a KS Academy program split into Research and Training sub-units; and runs flagship events including the annual KRYPTO-TOUR conference (1,000+ expected participants at the 2025 Lyon edition) and a forthcoming EthCC[9] Pitchathon student hackathon at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes (April 2026).

The organization does not develop proprietary technology products and has no patents, software-as-a-service offering, or commercial API; its technical footprint consists of educational content, events, a publicly accessible Bitcoin node, and a cryptocurrency donation platform accepting BTC, ETH, and Bitcoin Lightning. Revenue is generated exclusively through corporate sponsorship packages and individual donations, with disclosed financial sponsors including BPI France, Bybit, Ledger, KPMG France, Avalanche, XRP (Ripple), Forvis Mazars, DELUBAC, Aleo, and Coinbase, complemented by ecosystem partners such as France Cryptos, ADAN, VIVA TECH, EthCC, and Paymium. Student membership is free, the organization is governed by a board of approximately 20 student volunteer leaders across poles including KS Academy, Projects & Missions, Events & Hackathons, Communication, and Partnerships, and there is no external ownership, parent company, or venture funding.

Name

KRYPTOSPHERE®

Legal name

KRYPTOSPHERE® FRANCE

Website

https://kryptosphere.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

KRYPTOSPHERE® is a France-based non-profit student association operating 20+ university branches across France, the UK, and Belgium, delivering free crypto-asset, blockchain, AI, and cybersecurity education to 800+ students through publications, hackathons, and flagship conferences funded by corporate sponsors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Blockchain Education Services

NAICS

Other Schools and Instruction (6116)

akta.pro primary industry

Cybersecurity Learning Platforms (EDAFANAF)

Keywords

• Student blockchain education
• Crypto-asset training
• University tech networks
• Blockchain community events
• Non-profit tech association

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices16 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: KRYPTOSPHERE accepts donations from individuals and supporters via credit card and cryptocurrency (BTC, ETH). This is the primary non-sponsor revenue stream.
2. Sponsorship: Corporate sponsors (Bybit, Ledger, KPMG, BPI France, Avalanche, XRP, and others) provide financial and in-kind support in exchange for brand visibility, access to student talent, and association with the leading European student crypto network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

KRYPTOSPHERE® is a volunteer-run non-profit student association that delivers education, workshops, publications, hackathons, and networking events on crypto-assets, blockchain, AI, and cybersecurity through 20+ physical branches at European universities. Its offerings include the KS Academy training program, the annual KRYPTO-TOUR conference, the KryptoPaper research publication series, the Impact Report, and the EthCC Pitchathon student hackathon.

Product overview

KRYPTOSPHERE® is a student association network — not a single unified product but a portfolio of interconnected educational offerings. Its core products include KryptoPaper (periodic research publications) and the Impact Report (annual quantitative impact assessment), alongside publications archive. The flagship event is the KRYPTO-TOUR (annual blockchain conference series, 2022–present) and the EthCC[9] Pitchathon (student hackathon, April 2026). The KS Academy provides internal training and research programs with two sub-units: Research (producing academic materials on blockchain, AI, Web3) and Training (industry-backed learning pathways for members). The network also operates a Bitcoin node and accepts cryptocurrency donations. All offerings serve the mission of democratizing access to crypto-assets and training the next generation in digital technologies across 20+ university branches in France, UK, and Belgium.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KRYPTOSPHERE® EUROPE: European umbrella organization overseeing all KRYPTOSPHERE® branches across France, UK, and Belgium.
• KRYPTO-TOUR
• KRYPTOSPHERE X ETHCC Pitchathon
• KS Academy

Products and services

• KS Academy KRYPTOSPHERE®'s educational program structured into a Research sub-unit producing academic materials and a Training sub-unit designing progressive learning pathways supported by industry professionals, available to all chapter members for use in interviews, internships, and entry-level roles.
• KRYPTO-TOUR KRYPTOSPHERE®'s flagship annual conference series featuring conferences, panels, roundtables, keynotes, and booths connecting traditional finance and Web3, with 1000+ expected participants at the 2025 Lyon edition.
• KryptoPaper KRYPTOSPHERE®'s flagship research publication offering analysis of crypto trends, DeFi developments, crypto-asset deep dives, and future perspectives, with periodic editions authored by network members.
• Impact Report Annual quantitative assessment report measuring KRYPTOSPHERE®'s impact on the crypto market, including member reach and adoption metrics, with the 2024 edition released in February 2024.
• KRYPTOSPHERE x EthCC[9] Pitchathon A student-focused hackathon held at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes in partnership with EthCC[9]. Inspired by the Shark Tank format, the pitchathon focuses on vision and problem-solving, with selected student teams pitching to leading blockchain foundations to turn their project deck into a real product.
• Cryptocurrency Donation Platform KRYPTOSPHERE® accepts direct cryptocurrency donations in ETH and BTC, including Bitcoin Lightning donations, via a dedicated Ethereum address to support the network's mission.
• University Branch Network Physical student-led branches at 20+ partner universities across France, UK, and Belgium, including ESSEC, Dauphine-PSL, IAE Lyon, IMTBS-TSP, IESEG, IMT Atlantique, NEOMA, EPITA, Hult London, HEH Mons, and ESGI Paris. Each branch hosts workshops, events, and student activities on blockchain, crypto, AI, and cybersecurity.

Quantifiable outcome

• 500+ events organized since 2017
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• CoinbasecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCoinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, is a partner of KRYPTOSPHERE®, collaborating on education and student engagement initiatives.
• PaymiumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPaymium, the oldest European Bitcoin exchange, is a partner of KRYPTOSPHERE® and hosts an intern from the network (Kylian Perrault as Communications & Marketing intern).
• ADAN (Association pour le Développement des Actifs Numériques)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerADAN is a French industry association for digital asset development and a partner of KRYPTOSPHERE®.
• VIVA TECHcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerVIVA TECH, Europe's biggest startup and tech event, is a partner of KRYPTOSPHERE®, providing visibility and access to the broader tech ecosystem.
• Ethereum FranceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEthereum France community organization is a partner supporting KRYPTOSPHERE®'s Ethereum-related activities and education.
• Nordic Blockchain AssociationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational partnership connecting KRYPTOSPHERE® with the Nordic blockchain ecosystem.
• Le Cercle du CoinminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFrench crypto media outlet Le Cercle du Coin is a partner of KRYPTOSPHERE®.
• BC DiplomaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBC Diploma is a partner of KRYPTOSPHERE® focusing on blockchain-based credentials.
• Blockchain for Good (BFG)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerBFG is a blockchain for good initiative and partner of KRYPTOSPHERE®.
• EthCC (Ethereum Community Conference)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerKRYPTOSPHERE® partners with EthCC[9] to organize the annual Pitchathon at Palais des Festivals in Cannes. This flagship event invites student teams to pitch blockchain project ideas to leading foundations, with no initial code required. Inspired by Shark Tank format.
• France CryptoscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrance Cryptos is the French cryptocurrency industry association and a key partner of KRYPTOSPHERE®, including as Diamond sponsor of KRYPTO-TOUR and partner of ETHCC Pitchathon.
• TUM Blockchain ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTechnical University of Munich Blockchain Club is a community partner of KRYPTOSPHERE® ETHCC Pitchathon.
• Blockchain Student Association (BSA EPFL)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerBlockchain Student Association from EPFL (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology) is a community partner of the ETHCC Pitchathon.
• IAE Lyon 3coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAE Lyon 3 is the host university for KRYPTO-TOUR Lyon events, providing venue and institutional support for the flagship blockchain conference.
• KRYPTO-TOUR Community Partners (Blockchain at Berkeley, St Andrews Blockchain Society, BSA EPFL, POC Innovation, DEV3Pack, TUM Blockchain, IAE Lyon KRYPTOSPHERE)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational student blockchain organizations partner with KRYPTOSPHERE® for KRYPTO-TOUR events, including Blockchain at Berkeley, St Andrews Blockchain Society, and TUM Blockchain Club.
• KRYPTO-TOUR Media Partners (BFM Business, BFM Crypto, Cryptoast, Journal Du Coin, Crypto Daily, France Cryptos, Blockchain Addict, Bein Crypto, Coin Telegraph, GRM Web3)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLeading French and international crypto media outlets provide media coverage for KRYPTO-TOUR events, including BFM Business, BFM Crypto, Cryptoast, Journal Du Coin, Coin Telegraph.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Columbia Blockchain: Columbia University student blockchain organization with similar educational, hackathon, and corporate sponsor model. Comparable in structure and target student demographic, but focused on the US Ivy League market.
• Harvard Bitcoin Club: Harvard University student-led Bitcoin and crypto education community. Comparable in mission of academic crypto education, with stronger US East Coast alumni network for sponsor pipelines.
• Blockchain at Michigan: University of Michigan student blockchain organization with comparable focus on student education, workshops, and industry partnerships. Direct peer in university crypto club structure, with US Mid-West presence.

Broad incumbents

• MIT Bitcoin Club: One of the most established US university crypto clubs, with deep alumni network and high-profile sponsor relationships. Comparable in mission and structure but operates from a more mature, US-based ecosystem with stronger venture capital ties.
• Stanford Bitcoin Club: Stanford University student organization focused on Bitcoin and crypto education. Comparable in elite-university positioning and sponsor model, with significant Silicon Valley venture ecosystem integration.

Direct peers

• Blockchain at Berkeley: Premier US university-based blockchain student organization with comparable mission of educating students on crypto, Web3, and emerging tech. Direct comparable in structure, events, and sponsor model, and a documented community partner of KRYPTOSPHERE® at KRYPTO-TOUR.
• TUM Blockchain Club: Student-run blockchain club at Technical University of Munich, focused on crypto education, hackathons, and industry partnerships. Direct peer in European student crypto ecosystem and a documented ETHCC Pitchathon community partner.
• Blockchain Student Association (BSA) EPFL: Swiss Federal Institute of Technology's blockchain student association. Direct peer in continental European elite-school crypto education, and a documented community partner of KRYPTOSPHERE® at both the ETHCC Pitchathon and KRYPTO-TOUR.
• St Andrews Blockchain Society: University of St Andrews student society focused on blockchain and crypto education. Comparable European university crypto club and a documented KRYPTO-TOUR community partner.

Others

• ADAN (Association pour le Développement des Actifs Numériques): French industry association for digital assets. Not a direct competitor but a documented GTM/marketing partner of KRYPTOSPHERE®; relevant adjacent ecosystem player for understanding the French crypto policy and industry landscape.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kryptosphere
• Xx.com/KRYPTOSPHERE_
• Facebookfacebook.com/KryptosphereOfficial

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Subsidiaries15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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