Summer’s here, and if you’re a builder, World is the place to be. Whether you’re experimenting with Mini Apps for World App, integrating proof of human into your product with World ID, or going deeper with World Chain, this ecosystem gives you tools you won’t find anywhere else. Want to build something that bots can’t game? Reach millions of real humans on mobile? World makes it possible.
We’re previewing opportunities for developers over the next few months so you don’t miss a chance to learn, build, connect, and maybe even get funded.
From reward programs to IRL events to builders reaching new heights with World, there’s a lot happening. There’s something for all developers already shipping on World or just getting started.
Get Ready for World Build 2.0
Earlier this year, World and FWB launched World Build, a multi-phased program for the boldest creative entrepreneurs to build breakthrough applications for the 27M global users of the World App. Huge thank you to everyone who participated. Some of the most creative uses of Mini Apps and World ID we’ve seen came out of this cohort. The 5-month program included a trip to Argentina to visit World App users and culminated in a pitch event to top VCs in SF.
We’re not wasting any time in launching the next one. If you missed the first round, keep an eye out for your next chance when World Build 2.0 launches in July.Expect a focused group of builders, real hands-on support, and direct access to teams working on World Chain and World App to help you succeed. More details to come.
Access More Grants and Rewards
World is growing rapidly and we are always looking to reward the people helping build it.
Developer Rewards Pilot: rewards based on Mini App usage
If you build a Mini App, you are eligible for the World “Developers Rewards Pilot.” Initially launched this April, the program is awarding $25,000 per week to builders based on usage of their Mini Apps. The initial pilot is for three months. Learn more and apply here.
Mini App Grants Program: rewards to launch or scale
The Mini App Grants Program is also live and continuing to fund builders who either want to turn a validated idea into a working Mini App, or who have built live Mini Apps that are already being used by real, verified humans and need capital to grow faster. The program is now open to United States builders. Learn more and apply here.
Mini App Retro Rewards: a one-time thank you to early builders
If you were one of the OGs to ship something on World, you might be eligible for Retroactive Mini App Rewards, a one-time recognition for the early builders. This is about celebrating the developers who created real value with real users during the early days of World.
To qualify, your Mini App needs to have reached at least 10,000 verified unique humans by May 16, 2025, still be live and accessible, and meet compliance with our Mini App guidelines. In total, we’re allocating 1M WLD to reward the developers who helped lay the foundation. This isn’t a recurring program, it’s a thank you to those who showed up early and built. Apply here through June 9, 2025.
Where We’ll Be This Summer
We’ll be on the road this summer meeting developers, running workshops, and talking about what’s next for World. Come join us.
- World Builder Residency at Edge Esmeralda - Healdsburg, May 24-June 21
Build Mini Apps with World at the Edge Esmeralda pop-up city. Apply here.
- EthCC & ETHGlobal Cannes – Cannes, June 30-July 6
Meet the World team at EthCC, and build Mini Apps at ETHGlobal Cannes for your chance at $20k in prizes. Apply for ETHGlobal Cannes here.
- FEST – Idyllwild, August 1-3
Learn how to vibe code Mini Apps! More info to come.
- Frontiers - San Francisco, August 4-6
Join us for a talk on Priority Blockspace for Humans. Apply to attend.
Dev Highlights: Real Progress from the Dev Community
The best part of working on World is seeing what other builders are achieving together. A few recent ecosystem highlights:
- Over 300 Mini Apps and counting available on World App
- ~$12 million in VC investment into teams building Mini Apps
- 1.5 total million daily unique Mini App users
- 4 million WLD being used weekly in Mini Apps
We also want to hear from you. If you’re building something, follow and reach out to us on X.
Let’s Build
Developers are at the heart of building the real human network: identity, finance, and community for every human. Every line of code, every Mini App, every integration, helps shape what World becomes. This summer is a chance to join that effort, build for millions of real humans, and push the ecosystem forward. Learn more about how to get started at docs.world.org, access special perks, and come build with us.