Aleph Wiki
Your full guide to the month-long Pop-Up City in Buenos Aires
The Aleph Handbook of what to expect can be found here.
Contents
Food & Morfi Token
1. What is Aleph?
Aleph is a month-long Pop-Up City taking place in the heart of Buenos Aires this August.
Inspired by Borges’ concept of the Aleph—a point in space that contains all other spaces at once—this initiative embodies a dynamic convergence of innovators and visionaries.
For the entire month, the best local talent and founders will gather alongside the world's brightest minds to build, learn & live together.
Aleph will be a place for building, learning, networking, mentoring, workshops, prototyping, participating in demo days, holding summits & more!
2. Aleph Essentials
When: Monday August 5th - September September 1st, 2024
Where: Colegiales/Palermo, Buenos Aires, Argentina
What: Startup-focused Pop-Up City with an open, ‘Devconnect’ style calendar with programming across crypto, startups, wellness, culture & the future of Crecimiento
Why: Catalyze crypto solutions, tackle economic challenges, & fuel innovation in Argentina
Who: 1,000+ founders, startups, builders, experts, researchers, government, & public policy leaders
3. Why Aleph?
At Crecimiento, our bold mission is to transform Argentina into a global powerhouse for startups and crypto innovation, bringing financial prosperity to millions. Aleph is our first Pop-Up to accelerate the movement.
Pop-Up cities and villages have proven to be excellent catalyzers for innovation and cooperation. Unlike traditional conferences, Pop-Up Cities offer a holistic experience where participants live, work, and explore together for an extended period, creating a vibrant community that integrates multiple aspects of life and allows ideas to flourish.
Aleph will harness the power of Pop-Up Cities to trigger a new era of innovation in Argentina. Uniquely, Aleph will also be taking place inside a crypto-enabled regulatory sandbox. This means Aleph Citizens and startups will be able to experiment with products and services related to DePin, AI, IoT, ZK, RWA tokenization and DAOs. More information on the specifics for builders and founders will be announced soon.
Aleph brings together leading Argentine, Latam and global founders, investors, educators, researchers, community builders, developers, regulators, and visionaries from all walks of life, making Buenos Aires THE place to be for crypto during August.
P.s. Argentina has amazing winter activities! Enjoy skiing and snowboarding in Patagonia, and explore the world-renowned wineries in Mendoza. Also, Buenos Aires offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity that will make your stay unforgettable.
4. What to Expect
The Aleph City will primarily be focused within a three block radius in the green, vibrant heart of Buenos Aires: Colegiales/Palermo. With tree-lined streets, trendy cafes, leafy parks & more, it’s the perfect place for Aleph Citizens to balance work and life.
Physical Spaces - the ‘City’
Aleph Hub - Concepción Live
The Hub is state-of-the-art co-working, social & programming space for Aleph Citizens. The Hub provides a dedicated 24/7 space for founders, mentors & builders, creating a monastery-like environment for tech dreamers. 250-300 citizens will work together to elevate local startups and set the stage for the next 10 million users.
Community Coworking Spaces - Huerta Cowork, Hangar Social, Sitio
Argentina’s flourishing crypto community will find a dedicated coworking space at Aleph, offering an additional group of hundreds of builders the opportunity to meet, work together, and learn from each other.
Wellness Sanctuary - Palermo Estudio
Combining productive work with wellness activities, Aleph offers a relaxation sanctuary featuring daily activities such as yoga, exercise, meditation, and content focused on mental, physical, and spiritual health.
Sports Center - La Sede Colegiales
Aleph Citizens will have access to sports facilities, promoting an active lifestyle alongside their working sessions. Football matches and facilities will be available a number of nights every week.
Hangar Social - Canal 9 Hangar 5
A dedicated space for socializing and networking for all Passport holders, designed to foster meaningful connections in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether it's casual conversations over coffee or informal meetups with potential collaborators, this venue will be a hub of interaction and community building.
Hangar Programming - Canal 9 Hangar 8 + Multiple venues
There will be multiple venues across Colegiales in Palermo that will be hosting talks and discussions. Examples of these spaces include Canal 9 Hangar 8.
Food & Drink (Multiple venues)
Aleph features a diverse array of dining options spread across multiple restaurants and cafés, ensuring participants can enjoy delicious local meals throughout the event. The food and drink offerings will cater to all tastes and dietary preferences, enhancing the overall experience with a taste of Buenos Aires’ vibrant food scene.
Cultural Experiences (Multiple venues)
Aleph’s cultural itinerary includes art, sports, tango, and amazing food, reflecting Buenos Aires' rich cultural landscape. Activities will merge traditional elements with innovative experiences, enhancing the overall event.
Venues for Community-led Events (Sitio Programming & Multiple venues)
The real magic of Aleph is created by its participants. The event provides an open canvas for anyone to create their own events and social activities, transforming Colegiales into a crypto village. Participants will find a vibrant mix of experiences happening simultaneously, fostering a spirit of open coordination and community-driven initiatives.
More details will be announced in the coming weeks..
5. Programming / Tracks
Aleph will run different programming tracks throughout the entire month, each week having a different theme.
Tracks are being curated by some of Argentina and crypto’s foremost topical experts.
Crypto Programming
A 4-week exploration of crypto’s most relevant verticals:
Week 1: Financial Infrastructure - Covering payments, credit, savings, infrastructure, and innovations.
Week 2: Crypto Use Cases - Exploring finance, identity, music, culture, and more.
Week 3: Privacy - Understanding privacy-first futures through ZK technology.
Week 4: Coordination - Exploring Public Goods and decentralized coordination.
Startup Programming
For the startups that are selected for Aleph, they will enjoy a month-long series connecting entrepreneurs, developers, designers, and specialists to enhance startup growth, covering:
Product Development
Growth Strategies
Fundraising
Hiring and Talent Acquisition
& more!
Culture & Wellness
Startup founders and builders will be equipped with all the necessary tools for a stable, healthy, and sustainable entrepreneurial journey, and to give attendees a truly unforgettable experience in Argentina.
You can learn more about the Wellness track here.
Unconference
Like Devconnect, Aleph features a flexible and horizontal program where attendees can organize their own talks and discussions. This participatory format encourages active involvement and the creation of a diverse range of activities both inside and outside the selected venues.
You can either host:
Events for Aleph Citizens: just host a talk, gathering or discussion in Aleph’s venues for other citizens
Big events for wider community: host 1 day confs, summits, hackathons or whatever! You can organize bigger events in recommended venues close by or book Aleph’s venues for a friendly price.
6. Aleph Citizens
Aleph's success is driven by its citizens—an assembly of some of the brightest minds from Argentina, Latam, and the world.
Attendees & Speakers include:
Manuel Aráoz, OpenZeppelin & Decentraland
Juan Benet, Protocol Labs, IPFS, Filecoin
Santi Siri, Democracy Earth
Marcelo Cavazzoli, Lemon
Nana Murugesan, ZKsync
Diego Fernandez, Secretary of Innovation Buenos Aires Government
Janine Leger, Edge City & Zuzalu
Mariano Conti, MakerDAO
David Hoffman, Bankless
Marta Cruz, NXTP Labs
Alec Oxenford, OLX
Fede Salde, Ex-Mercardo Libre
Manuel Beaudroit, Belo
Mariano Amartino, Microsoft for Startups
Solange Gueiros, Chainlink
Sebas Serrano, Ripio
Rodrigo Benzaquen, BoulderTech
Nico Berman, Kaszek
Andy, The Rollup
W, Worldcoin
Markus Schmitt, PropellerHeads
Liam Horne, ex-OP
Austin Griffiths, BuildGuild
Gabriel Anderson, Graph Paper Capital
Santiago Palladino, Aztec
Hanna Schiuma, lend2B
Gonna, Optimism
Ethernaut
NatyShi, TokenEngineering
Agustin Liserra, Num
Kun Peng, Stanford Blockchain
Ruben Amenyogbo, Architect Systems
You can see the full, growing list of Aleph Citizens on the website here.
Aleph will also feature representation from thriving ecosystems in the web3 space - many of which will be announced in the coming days.
7. Why Join
Aleph is designed so you can choose your own adventure.
Want to build your startup? Do it.
Want to shape Argentina’s future? Do it.
Want to do deep work? Do it.
Want to learn and attend all the programming? Do it.
Want to take a break in the social area & meet others? Do it.
Want to slow down and balance in the wellness sanctuary? Do it.
We encourage Aleph Citizens to think about the experience in three pillars:
8. Ticketing
Buying your Ticket
You can purchase your ticket directly from aleph.crecimiento.build. Simply follow the instructions in the diagram below:
There are three types of ticket:
Aleph Passport
Aleph Lifestyle
Aleph Hub ticket
Buying the Passport + Lifestyle + Aleph Hub gives you all access to the full Aleph experience including MORFI food tokens! More below under Food & MORFI token.
Benefits for Aleph Startups
Being selected as an Aleph startups offers exclusive benefits, including:
24/7 co-working access in the Aleph Hub
Dedicated startup programming on product, GTM, fundraising, growth & more
IRL mentorship from top crypto founders
Networking opportunities with global investors
Special events and wellness activities to support your startup journey
Once you’ve bought your ticket you’ll receive more information on:
Check-In
Transportation
How to use the Aleph Calendar
Big Moments / Events throughout the month
9. Housing
Aleph will not be providing housing for Citizens / Pop-Up Attendees. The only exception is for startups that get accepted to Aleph and meet the required condition, and volunteers who are building the city. If you don’t fit in this group, you can find recommended housing information below.
Palermo is a vibrant Buenos Aires neighborhood offering diverse rental options, from stylish apartments to charming houses. It’s known for tree-lined streets, trendy cafes, and lively nightlife, it’s ideal for Aleph Citizens of all types.
To make your stay enjoyable, we suggest finding accommodations within a 10-block radius of our main venue. Here are some great options:
Hotels in the Area
Home Hotel: Home Hotel
Casa Sur Palermo: Casa Sur Palermo
Fierro Hotel: Fierro Hotel
Palermitano by Dot: Palermitano by Dot
Airbnbs
Dorrego: Dorrego Airbnb
Soler: Soler Airbnb
Silos Dorrego: Silos Dorrego Airbnb
Concepción Live: Concepción Live Airbnb
Edificio Ravignani: Edificio Ravignani Airbnb
Edificio Colegiales Paz: Edificio Colegiales Paz Airbnb
Edificio Fraga: Edificio Fraga Airbnb
Palacio Cabrera: Palacio Cabrera Airbnb
Housesharing
And if you would like to house-share, upon purchasing your ticket you will be able to find others looking for accommodation in the Official Aleph Telegram group for attendees.
Click here for the full guide on Housing.
10. Food & Aleph’s MORFI Token
Food & Drink
The following food and beverages will be available throughout Aleph. During Aleph programming hours there will be:
Tea & Coffee Stations in Hangar Social and Hangar Programming (next door to each other): Free for all Aleph Citizens
Tickets: Holders of Passport only tickets, as well as Aleph Lifestyle tickets & Aleph Hub ticket holders
Lunch at Social Hangar Social: A light buffet lunch will be provided to Aleph Citizens at the social and programming hangars
Tickets: Holders of Passport only tickets, Aleph Lifestyle tickets & Aleph Hub tickets
Tea & Coffee Stations at the Aleph Hub: Provided at The Aleph Hub at Concepcion Live
Tickets: Aleph Hub ticket holders only
Refreshments during the morning at the Wellness Sanctuary: Provided to those participating in Wellness activities.
Tickets: Aleph Lifestyle & Aleph Hub ticket holders only
Participating Food & Restaurants throughout Aleph City: Meals can be purchased with MORFI tokens. Full list here
Tickets: MORFI tokens are provided to Aleph Hub ticket holders, and are also available for purchase for Aleph Passport & Aleph Lifestyle ticket holders ]
Food and Drinks at Sitio Programming, Huerta: Will only be provided at certain events as it is subject to each event organizer. Check each event individually on the Aleph Calendar.
About MORFI Tokens
Each MORFI token has a ARS $10,000 expenditure limit.
You can use one or several MORFI tokens to pay your restaurant bill.
If an item costs less than ARS $1,000, a whole token must be used. For example, for an ARS $2,500 bill, you have to use 3 MORFI token (ARS $3,000).
At each participating restaurant you can also pay directly via crypto.
Beyond programming hours:
Every Wednesday, Aleph will hold a weekly community Asado, bringing together Aleph Citizens to eat and connect.
In additional, special events with food and drinks will be held throughout the event. Please check the Aleph Calendar for the latest events being hosted.
11. Getting Involved in Aleph / Crecimiento
Join Crecimiento Telegram Group
Talent attracts talent. Invite your friends to join Aleph and connect with like-minded individuals. Click here!
Buy your ticket
If you are a startup or want to become a citizen and participate in Aleph’s activities, please buy your tickets here.
Volunteer
Want to be part of the action and score free tickets? Fill out this form to join our volunteer team and help make Crecimiento's vision a reality! 🤝
Hosting Your Own Event
Once you become an Aleph Citizen, you will be able to access the Aleph City calendar. Aleph is an open platform for community-led events. Host meet-ups, deep-dive conferences, hackathons, football games, or asados.
Sponsor / Partner
If you or your project would like to partner/sponsor Aleph, please contact info@crecimiento.build.