Blockchain platform Alchemy is making a big move to bring more developers into the World ecosystem, the blockchain network co-founded by OpenAI’s Sam Altman.
On Monday, Alchemy announced a four-month free infrastructure program for developers creating Mini Apps on World. This incentive comes right after the release of Mini Apps 1.2, a major upgrade that makes it easier for developers to build small, on-chain applications for World’s 26 million users.
But why is Alchemy giving away its infrastructure for free? And what does this mean for World, especially as it pushes deeper into the U.S. market?
What’s in the Free Package?
Here’s what U.S. developers get under the new program:
- Four months of free infrastructure access, including node services, compute credits, and data indexing
- Engineering support from Alchemy’s team
- Marketplace access to promote apps directly to World’s 26 million users
- Co-marketing opportunities, in-person events, and visibility in Alchemy’s partner network
According to Jonathan Kau, Head of Rollups at Alchemy:
“World is already seeing real traction in the U.S., and this is just the beginning.”
Why the U.S. Focus?
World has been growing rapidly, processing over 350 million transactions globally. But its recent U.S. launch is a game-changer, expanding its reach to 340 million potential users in a critical market.
This initiative is strategically timed. U.S. policymakers are pushing for domestic blockchain innovation, and Alchemy’s infrastructure is built in the U.S., making it well-positioned to capitalize on federal incentives and funding programs.
Big Payouts for Top Mini Apps
World isn’t just offering infrastructure. Its developer rewards program is still live, giving top-performing Mini Apps up to $25,000 per week in WLD token incentives.
But there’s a catch — WLD’s token price has been highly volatile. It’s currently trading at $0.8858, down 85.5% year-over-year. However, it’s also seen a 26% price bump in the past month, suggesting that developer interest is starting to pick up again.
Why Mini Apps Matter
Mini Apps are small, modular apps that run on World’s network and leverage the World ID system. This system allows users to verify their identity anonymously, a key feature that makes Mini Apps useful for payments, DeFi, gaming, and social platforms.
For developers, the potential audience is massive. With 26 million users and a U.S. launch targeting over 340 million residents, the scope for building popular Mini Apps is huge.
Alchemy’s free infrastructure program makes it easier for developers to test, build, and deploy these apps — and potentially earn up to $25,000 per week in WLD incentives.
What’s Next?
Alchemy is clearly doubling down on the U.S. market, leveraging its infrastructure to attract developers to World’s platform. With similar infrastructure powering Circle, Optimism, and Polymarket, Alchemy is positioning itself as a leading blockchain provider in the U.S.
For World, the focus remains on expanding its user base and incentivizing developers to build apps that attract real, verified users. The World ID system is a core part of that strategy, ensuring that every user is a unique, verified individual.
As the U.S. blockchain market heats up, Alchemy’s move could be a critical first step in establishing World as a leading financial and identity network. But whether developers will flock to the platform — and whether WLD can regain its lost value — remains to be seen.
