Yes, it also depends on the nature of the project. Hardware projects can make profits through pre-sales and sales in the early stage. Software and program development requires a process of user accumulation in the early stage. As long as nostr and bitcoin can be built better, the more sources of funds the better.

However, the early capital investment of all projects is provided by the founders themselves. I paid for the development of freerse by selling my own bitcoins. I am also seeking venture capital and donations from my bitcoin friends and other financial support.