Investment Potential
Zap Pilot is a non-custodial DeFi autopilot that helps users build stable, high-yield portfolios across chains in just a few clicks. Powered by AA Wallet and risk-aware allocation logic, we address key pain points in crypto investing.
🚩 Problem We Solve
❌ DeFi is too complex
From bridging to staking, DeFi requires users to manage assets manually across protocols and chains — it’s inaccessible to most investors.
❌ Smart allocation is hard
High yields exist, but users don’t know how to evaluate risks or optimize across pools. Most portfolios are under-diversified and poorly rebalanced.
❌ Trust is scarce in DeFi
Traditional yield aggregators require custody, exposing users to rug pulls. Trustless tools with good UX are rare.
✨ Zap Pilot's Unique Edge
✅ High Yields, Simplified
- Curated strategies with dynamic yield monitoring
- Cross-chain diversification into top-performing audited pools
- APYs above 15% made stable and sustainable
✅ Full Non-Custodial Control
- Users keep full control via AA Wallet (no tokens, no lock-ups)
- Supports social login, cold wallets, and will add 2FA & tx preview in 2025
✅ Diversified Risk Management
- Eliminates single-point-of-failure via token & pool-level diversification
- Actively removes low-TVL or unaudited pools
- Composability with on-chain DeFi maintained
📈 Scalability Potential
- Tech side: As usage grows, cross-chain infra + automation makes the service cheaper to operate per user
- Finance side: Like a BBB-rated bond aggregator, we maintain higher APYs than traditional “safe” DeFi tools
- Regulatory side: As global rules mature, we’re ready to expand toward regulated markets
🎯 Target Users
1. DeFi Power Users
- Juggle assets across GMX, Lido, Pendle, etc.
- Want a 1-click solution with full asset control
2. Stablecoin Yield Farmers
- Seek low-volatility, capital-preserving growth
- Need auto-diversified, high-yield stablecoin strategies
🧮 Market Sizing
| Market | Size (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TAM | $6.5T | 5% of global AUM ($130T) into crypto |
| SAM | $93B | Liquid staking + DeFi lending (Q3 2024) |
| SOM | ~$10M | Based on current word-of-mouth traction |
Ref: CoinGecko Q3 2024, PwC, ARK Invest
🧱 Barriers to Entry
✅ Short-Term
- DeFi yield is no longer hype → fewer competitors
- Omni-chain + Smart EOA wallet integration is technically hard
✅ Long-Term
- Future moat: regulatory compliance + user trust
- Brand strength will matter more than codebase
🏁 Competitive Landscape
| Segment | Competitors |
|---|---|
| Direct | Etherfi Liquid, SuperForm, Tokemak, Overnight |
| Indirect | Aave, Pendle, Lido, CEX platforms |
Zap Pilot is unique in being a non-custodial, Smart EOA wallet-native, high-yield aggregator focused on middle-tier (“BBB”) risk-return pools.
💼 Business Model
- 1% entry fee only
- No ongoing or per-transaction fees
- Core user LTV ~$60 (assuming $3K TVL)
- Breakeven: if CAC < $60 → profitable from Year 1
🔐 Risk Management
- Closed-source backend + strict pool curation
- Avoid unaudited/low-liquidity pools
- Seed funding will support professional security audits & stress testing
💡 Behavioral Insight
People fear losses more than they value gains.
Zap Pilot isn't just about yield — it's about delivering a sense of security. We design around stability and confidence, not just raw numbers.
🧑🚀 Founder Snapshot
David Chang
- Ex-Data Engineer @ Dcard
- 100% crypto native; built Zap Pilot to automate his own farming strategy
- Deep understanding of yield, risk, and DeFi behavior
Adrian Wu
- Sr. Project Manager @ Microsoft
- Ex-Product Director & Monetization Lead @ Dcard
- Serial entrepreneur with track record of scaling startups (e.g., Engineers in Tokyo → TaiwanCareer)
🌱 Seed Round Summary
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Raise | $1M USD (NTD $30M) |
| Valuation | $10M pre-money |
| Use | Build 6-person team, acquire 2,000 users, reach $20M TVL |
| Goal | Prove profitability, prepare for A round with global VCs |
💵 Monetization Strategy
- Fees: 1% entry fee
- Target: Sustainable growth through user value
- Example: 1M TVL = $20K/year revenue
- Growth: Acquire 333 core users ($3K TVL) → break even
📌 Why Now?
- Yield aggregator narrative is underpriced
- Smart EOA wallet infra is maturing
- DeFi has no true “Wealthfront” yet
We believe this is DeFi’s iPhone moment — and Zap Pilot is ready to lead.