Hibachi
Seed Round in 2025
Hibachi is a technology company that specializes in developing decentralized trading protocols. Its core focus is to enhance the security and transparency of trading operations for professional traders, utilizing advanced zero-knowledge (zk) mathematics. The platform aims to simplify trading by providing features such as proof of solvency, AI-assisted trading, multi-collateral support, and transparent market infrastructure.
Yeet is a gambling platform will offer a variety of traditional casino games like blackjack and roulette alongside new, crypto-focused games.
Level is a fintech company that develops stakblecoin backed by restaked dollar tokens.
Slingshot DAO
Venture Round in 2025
SlingShot DAO is a dynamic and community-driven platform to empower creatives around the globe. SlingShot DAO is a community-driven gaming ecosystem platform that allows members to cooperate using the slingshot APP to turn ideas into game experiences. SlingShot DAO values "community first" and encourages an action-oriented approach.
Codex is a peer-to-peer version of electronic cash allow online payments to be sent directly from one party to another without going through a financial institution.
Ethena
Funding Round in 2025
Ethena provides derivative infrastructure in order to transform Ethereum into the first crypto-native yield bearing stablecoin.
Fantasy
Seed Round in 2024
Fantasy is a decentralized card game where users can engage in card trading and fantasy betting.
Avalanche
Initial Coin Offering in 2024
Avalanche is an open-source platform designed for the development and deployment of highly decentralized applications, programmable smart contracts, and interoperable blockchains. It serves as a verifiable solution for institutions, enterprises, and governments, enabling them to launch digital assets, build robust applications, and create customized subnets. The platform offers users complete control over their implementations, incorporating compliance and data security measures as foundational elements. This flexibility allows for the creation of new financial primitives and enhances the overall functionality of decentralized applications.
Variational Research
Seed Round in 2024
Variational Research operates a decentralized liquidity network that facilitates the trading and clearing of bilateral derivatives through automation. The company functions as a global algorithmic market maker, primarily focusing on digital assets. By partnering with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols and financial institutions, Variational Research specializes in creating quantitative systematic strategies. This approach allows clients to access liquidity in both traditional and decentralized derivatives markets, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of their trading operations.
RD Technologies
Series A in 2024
RD Technologies Group (RD Technologies) is a financial platform that bridges the Web2 and Web3 worlds. RD Technologies' secure and innovative solutions include: • RD Wallet: RD Wallet Technologies Limited (RD Wallet) is a licensed Stored Value Facility in Hong Kong (licence number: SVF0016). It enables global businesses to open multi-currency fiat accounts on mobile anytime, anywhere. • HKDR Stablecoin (HKDR): HKDR Stablecoin (HKDR) is a compliant and transparent Hong Kong Dollar stablecoin 1:1 backed by the Hong Kong dollar, with high-quality and highly liquid assets safekept in segregated custody accounts with licensed financial institutions. Details of the reserves will be available to the public through regular independent attestation reports. In July 2024, RD InnoTech Limited, the issuer of HKDR, was among the first batch of entities to be admitted to the stablecoin issuer sandbox by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. • HKDR Stablecoin (HKDR): HKDR Stablecoin (HKDR) is a compliant and transparent Hong Kong Dollar stablecoin 1:1 backed by the Hong Kong dollar, with high-quality and highly liquid assets safekept in segregated custody accounts with licensed financial institutions. Details of the reserves will be available to the public through regular independent attestation reports. In July 2024, RD InnoTech Limited, the issuer of HKDR, was among the first batch of entities to be admitted to the stablecoin issuer sandbox by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority.
Level is a fintech company that develops stakblecoin backed by restaked dollar tokens.
Andrena, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in providing high-speed internet services to institutions with significant data requirements, such as universities, hospitals, and financial services. The company develops an internet distribution platform that collaborates with internet providers to utilize their existing fiber networks. Through this partnership, Andrena deploys a network of antennas designed to extend wireless internet access over a designated area, allowing customers and businesses to benefit from faster connectivity at reduced costs.
Caldera is a company that offers a no-code Web3 infrastructure platform aimed at developers seeking to create and manage layer-two blockchains. Its platform allows users to launch customizable blockchain rollups, providing flexible fee structures, including the option to eliminate transaction fees altogether. This approach enables clients to generate revenue through various means such as transaction fees, bridge fees, or miner extractable value (MEV). By supporting multiple programming languages, Caldera enhances the accessibility and usability of blockchain technology, enabling projects to operate efficiently while mitigating risks associated with fee spikes and network outages.
Polymarket
Series B in 2024
Polymarket is a prediction market platform that allows users to bet on the outcomes of various global events using cryptocurrency. Polymarket operates on the Ethereum blockchain, utilizing the Polygon network to enhance scalability and reduce transaction costs. Users connect to the platform through an Ethereum-compatible wallet and use the USDC stablecoin to place bets on events, ranging from political outcomes to entertainment predictions​.
Arbelos Markets
Seed Round in 2024
Arbelos Markets is a developer of a crypto trading platform that facilitates liquidity in various derivatives markets, both in high-touch and programmatic formats. The company operates across decentralized and centralized finance venues, offering users tailored solutions in crypto derivatives. Through its innovative technology, Arbelos Markets enhances access and transparency for counterparties, fostering increased trust in bilateral over-the-counter derivatives. This focus on transparency and customized services positions the company as a significant player in the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency trading.
Splitting Me
Seed Round in 2024
Splitting Me uses NFTs to unlock the benefits of real estate investments with just one cent.
XProtocol
Venture Round in 2024
XProtocol is an innovative company that operates an entertainment-focused decentralized infrastructure (DePIN) ecosystem aimed at providing users with a seamless experience in the Web3 landscape. With a monthly active user base of 1.5 million, XProtocol supports a range of applications, including decentralized finance, non-fungible tokens, and comprehensive data analysis. The company facilitates cross-chain management of assets and offers efficient bridging options, enabling users to engage with various decentralized applications across multiple blockchain networks. XProtocol is also associated with several notable partners, enhancing its reach and capabilities. Noteworthy collaborations include Aethir, a leading DePIN project, and Animoca Brands, a prominent player in the Web3 gaming sector. Through its innovative solutions, XProtocol aims to foster an open application ecology while providing low-cost access to the metaverse and passive rewards for its users.
Agora operates as a digital dollar and an asset platform.
MyShell
Seed Round in 2024
MyShell is a decentralized platform focused on enabling the discovery, creation, and staking of AI-native applications. The company provides tools that leverage advanced generative AI models, allowing creators to transform their ideas into functional applications. By fostering an ecosystem where creators can not only develop their models but also make them widely accessible, MyShell supports the transition of individuals into contributors within the field of artificial intelligence, enhancing collaboration and innovation within the sector.
Morph is a fully permissionless EVM L2 that uses a combination of optimistic and zero-knowledge rollup technology to open up new possibilities in banking, gaming, social media, and entertainment. Morph is the first Layer 2 on Ethereum to launch with a decentralized sequencer, which aligns with several important web3 concepts, including decentralization, censorship resistance, and security.
The New Club
Seed Round in 2024
The New Club empowers and elevates women in engineering and connect them with the community and careers to excel.
Avail is a team of innovators dedicated to transforming the blockchain world.
Ethena provides derivative infrastructure in order to transform Ethereum into the first crypto-native yield bearing stablecoin.
Medallion
Series A in 2023
Medallion is a New York City-based company in the media and entertainment sector, launched in 2020. It has developed a blockchain-based platform aimed at connecting artists with their fans. This platform enables users to create digital environments and foster communities while facilitating the exchange of digital goods. By leveraging this technology, Medallion assists artists in enhancing fan engagement, gaining actionable insights, and maximizing their economic potential.
Splitting Me
Seed Round in 2023
Splitting Me uses NFTs to unlock the benefits of real estate investments with just one cent.
IMB DAO
Private Equity Round in 2023
Early investor, participate in investing, consulting and supporting blockchain startups from seed round, private sale, ICO. Starting with blockchain from November 2016; we have a network of quality relationships in blockchain and Dapps programming, good relationship with Ventures Capital and other KOLs in Vietnam
Galactic Holdings
Series A in 2023
Galactic Holdings is a digital finance platform that provides a comprehensive suite of products designed to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions. The company offers TruBit, which delivers convenient fiat on/off ramps and payment solutions tailored for the Latin American market. Additionally, it operates TruBit Pro, an advanced trading exchange, and Moneta, a stablecoin pegged to the Mexican peso. Galactic Holdings aims to create an all-in-one ecosystem that includes a crypto wallet and exchange, enabling users to easily access and utilize cryptocurrencies for various purposes such as trading, remittance, and payments.
FirstMate
Seed Round in 2023
FirstMate is a software company that designs and develops software tools for NFT creators.
Mahjong Meta
Venture Round in 2023
Mahjong Meta is a Web3 gaming platform operating on Ethereum blockchain technology. It offers an innovative gaming experience for enthusiasts of the traditional Chinese game, Mahjong. The platform enables players to compete against each other based on authentic Mahjong rules and earn non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as rewards, facilitating digital ownership within the gaming community.
Ethena provides derivative infrastructure in order to transform Ethereum into the first crypto-native yield bearing stablecoin.
Bitget
Venture Round in 2023
Bitget is a cryptocurrency derivatives platform that facilitates secure trading of digital assets. Launched in June 2019, it has rapidly emerged as one of the world's largest exchanges for crypto copy trading and derivatives, serving over two million users across more than 50 countries. The platform offers a range of trading options, including futures contracts and spot trading, and provides access to various digital securities, bitcoin, tokens, and other major cryptocurrencies. With a workforce of approximately 600, Bitget emphasizes social trading, innovating the trading experience through its flagship feature, One-Click Copy Trade, which has attracted over 55,000 professional traders and approximately 1.1 million followers. By promoting decentralized finance, Bitget aims to transform the way individuals connect and trade in the cryptocurrency market.
Econia Labs is a developer of an on-chain order book that focuses on creating a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol within the Aptos ecosystem. The company is dedicated to providing equitable global market access and enhancing composability across various DeFi applications. By establishing a base settlement layer, Econia Labs enables developers and market makers to utilize a shared trading venue, facilitating seamless integration and interaction within the broader blockchain ecosystem. The protocol's design aims to support a diverse range of applications, positioning it as a critical infrastructure component for the evolving DeFi landscape.
JDI Global
Venture Round in 2023
JDI Global is a Web3 hardware manufacturer.
Zarta is a developer of a creative platform that specializes in pay-per-view video content. The company provides tools that enable creators to generate income through microtransactions, allowing them to offer authentic, ad-free, and subscription-free videos to their fans. By focusing on enhancing the financial opportunities for content creators, Zarta aims to foster a more direct and meaningful connection between creators and their audience.
Andrena, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in providing high-speed internet services to institutions with significant data requirements, such as universities, hospitals, and financial services. The company develops an internet distribution platform that collaborates with internet providers to utilize their existing fiber networks. Through this partnership, Andrena deploys a network of antennas designed to extend wireless internet access over a designated area, allowing customers and businesses to benefit from faster connectivity at reduced costs.
Renegade
Seed Round in 2023
Renegade is a developer of a decentralized exchange platform that specializes in on-chain dark pool trading, offering a unique alternative to traditional non-custodial exchanges. The platform prioritizes complete anonymity throughout the trading process, ensuring user privacy. Renegade employs advanced technologies such as multi-party computation and zero-knowledge proofs to create a secure and trustless trading environment. This innovative approach enhances price execution while effectively mitigating risks associated with front-running, sandwich attacks, and statistical arbitrage. By catering to sophisticated traders, Renegade aims to provide improved pricing and a more efficient trading experience.
Monad is a proof-of-stake blockchain and decentralized computation platform that focuses on high performance and portability. It features a scalar architecture with pipelined execution, which allows for efficient transaction throughput. This innovative design enables developers to create complex decentralized applications (dApps) capable of processing a large volume of transactions quickly. By combining advanced technology with a user-friendly framework, Monad aims to enhance the overall functionality and scalability of decentralized applications in the blockchain ecosystem.
Caldera
Funding Round in 2023
Caldera is a company that offers a no-code Web3 infrastructure platform aimed at developers seeking to create and manage layer-two blockchains. Its platform allows users to launch customizable blockchain rollups, providing flexible fee structures, including the option to eliminate transaction fees altogether. This approach enables clients to generate revenue through various means such as transaction fees, bridge fees, or miner extractable value (MEV). By supporting multiple programming languages, Caldera enhances the accessibility and usability of blockchain technology, enabling projects to operate efficiently while mitigating risks associated with fee spikes and network outages.
The Pulse
Seed Round in 2023
The Pulse is a media company that covers the business of sports, culture, and entertainment - with a special focus on the way athletes, executives, musicians, and entertainers, are moving the business world forward. Website http://www.thepulse.ae A subsidiary unit of NFL Investments LLC { } https://nflinvestments.com @ info@nflinvestments.com
SPICYEST
Seed Round in 2022
SPICYEST is a consulting and financial services firm specialized in digital assets. Our experts offer tailored advice and liquidity to help businesses succeed in this industry. With a focus on innovation, we help clients achieve their goals in a rapidly changing market.
Utorg is a fintech company based in Tallinn, Estonia, founded in 2020. It specializes in providing a modern on/off-ramp for fiat-to-crypto exchanges, enhancing the user experience in the cryptocurrency space. The company is licensed to offer various virtual currency services, including the exchange of virtual currency against fiat currency and vice versa, as well as virtual currency wallet services. Utorg's platform integrates a global payment infrastructure and an application programming interface designed for businesses, enabling efficient trading and management of cryptocurrencies. Through these services, Utorg aims to facilitate seamless access to digital assets for both consumers and enterprises.
Ejara is a mobile investment platform designed specifically for Africa and its diasporas, offering access to a range of investment opportunities, including fractional shares, commodities, and cryptocurrencies. The company has developed blockchain-based software that facilitates the trading of investment products globally, allowing users to invest in various companies and manage their portfolios effectively. Ejara also provides features such as interest-saving accounts, which help users save and grow their investments over time. The platform is aimed at empowering traders by enabling them to track their investment performance and enjoy greater trading flexibility.
Matter Labs
Series C in 2022
Matter Labs is a blockchain technology company founded in 2018, with its headquarters in Berlin, Germany, and an additional presence in George Town, Cayman Islands. The company focuses on scaling Ethereum through the implementation of zero-knowledge proofs, which facilitate secure interactions between untrusted parties on the network. Matter Labs aims to enhance public blockchain adoption by providing solutions that improve scalability and privacy. Its technology allows decentralized applications to operate more efficiently while ensuring verifiable computation, enabling parties to prove integrity without compromising privacy. The company's mission is driven by a commitment to creating an open and free alternative to existing financial systems.
Spindl is a developer of a blockchain-based attribution system that assists businesses in making informed decisions within the web3 landscape. The company's platform offers data analytics focused on customer behavior, providing insights into retention rates and return on investment for token drops. Additionally, it evaluates customer acquisition costs related to advertising expenditures and wallet conversion rates. By delivering these analytics, Spindl enables businesses to enhance user growth and optimize their marketing strategies through data-driven insights.
OneKey is a developer of a crypto security platform that facilitates the secure storage and management of cryptocurrency assets. The company provides a user-friendly solution for buying and trading a variety of digital assets, including cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and decentralized applications. By offering a robust open-source crypto wallet, OneKey enables users within the Web3 ecosystem to safely access and utilize coins such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, thereby enhancing the overall security and convenience of engaging with the digital asset market.
Harpie is a pioneering cybersecurity company specializing in blockchain protection. It offers the first on-chain firewall, actively monitoring and intercepting potential threats in pending transactions across multiple blockchains. Harpie's platform provides real-time security, aiming to safeguard users' crypto assets from hacks, scams, and theft by recovering stolen assets as a last line of defense.
Aptos
Venture Round in 2022
Aptos is a web3 startup founded in 2021 and based in Palo Alto, California. The company develops a scalable Layer 1 blockchain that allows developers to create future-proof applications. Aptos aims to provide universal access to decentralized assets through its network, utilizing a safe and reliable programming language that facilitates application development. The team at Aptos is composed of skilled engineers, researchers, strategists, designers, and builders, all working towards enhancing the accessibility and scalability of blockchain infrastructure for developers.
Goldsky
Seed Round in 2022
Goldsky is a developer of an application programming interface platform that enables developers to access real-time data from blockchain networks, including Ethereum. Its software provides the necessary tools for building reliable, real-time applications without the need for complex data manipulation in front-end or back-end processes. By streamlining the development of real-time APIs, Goldsky empowers developers to accelerate their projects and enhance the efficiency of their applications.
Kaito is an AI-powered search engine focused on digital assets, aiming to democratize information within the cryptocurrency sector. The company utilizes advanced proprietary technologies to transform vast amounts of data into actionable insights for various stakeholders, including crypto investors, researchers, developers, and the general public. Kaito's platform employs a meta-search approach that aggregates, sorts, and curates real-time information from a wide range of sources, including social media, publishing platforms, audio content, and industry research. By structuring unstructured information, Kaito enhances the accessibility and usability of crypto-related knowledge, facilitating informed decision-making in the rapidly evolving digital asset market.
MetaStable
Acquisition in 2022
MetaStable operates a cryptocurrency asset hedge fund focused on increasing investments in digital currency. The firm utilizes technology to provide a concentrated portfolio of crypto assets that have the potential to become long-term winners across diverse use cases. This approach enables clients to effectively manage various crypto asset hedge funds, positioning MetaStable as a key player in the evolving landscape of digital finance.
MetaverseGo
Seed Round in 2022
MetaverseGo is a web 3.0 platform designed to facilitate access to play-and-earn games, guilds, NFTs, and decentralized applications. It aims to simplify the experience for gamers and newcomers by allowing them to engage with blockchain technology through a user-friendly interface, utilizing their mobile numbers for easy registration. The platform not only enables users to participate in various gaming activities but also empowers them to collect digital assets and connect with industry players. By offering a decentralized space for gaming, MetaverseGo enhances user ownership of assets and provides a seamless environment for earning and gaming experiences.
Quadrata
Seed Round in 2022
Quadrata is a web3-based passport network established in 2021 by Lisa Fridman and Fabrice Cheng, headquartered in Marina Del Rey, California. The company focuses on integrating an identity and compliance layer into decentralized finance (DeFi) across existing public blockchains. Its technology facilitates the creation of a permission-open DeFi ecosystem, allowing users to expand financial services while providing access to essential identity information, including KYC/AML status, country of residence, credit reputation, and accredited investor status. Through its innovative approach, Quadrata aims to enhance compliance and trust within the DeFi landscape.
Entropy
Seed Round in 2022
Entropy provides crypto custody services to keep private keys secure and make assets available on demand. Its services specialize in creating a decentralized network leveraging advanced threshold cryptography and multi-party computation. The company was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in New York.
Skolem is a provider of a data and trade execution platform designed for decentralized financial (DeFi) markets, aimed at institutional investors. The company's infrastructure allows institutions to engage directly in DeFi activities such as trading, yield farming, staking, and liquidity provisioning without significantly increasing their technical resources or portfolio risk. Skolem's technology offers a centralized hub for trading, borrowing, and lending, facilitating superior execution on complex trades even during volatile market conditions. Through its innovative systems, Skolem opens the doors to DeFi for institutions, streamlining their participation in this evolving financial landscape.
Babel Finance
Series B in 2022
Babel Finance is a prominent global cryptocurrency financial institution that caters to high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients. The company offers a range of professional financial services in the crypto sector, including crypto lending, asset management, and prime financing. Babel Finance provides clients with cryptocurrency deposit and credit facilities, structured asset management solutions, prime brokerage services, and derivatives strategies. This comprehensive suite of offerings enables clients to access instant crypto-backed loans and capitalize on emerging investment opportunities in the evolving digital asset landscape.
ZGEN
Venture Round in 2022
ZGEN is a software firm that builds smart contracts on web3 applications for DeFi and DAO communities. They also involve in tobBuilding essentials for internet communities.
Parcl
Venture Round in 2022
Parcl is a blockchain-based platform that enables users to invest in real estate by trading digital representations of physical properties. This innovative approach allows individuals to purchase fractions of real estate assets, thereby broadening access to the real estate market. In addition to its investment capabilities, Parcl provides a residential real estate data and analytics software that tracks price movements across the market. Utilizing millions of data points, the software generates accurate, city-level real estate indexes that are refreshed every twenty-four hours. This functionality empowers users to gain exposure to numerous properties efficiently and effectively.
Metatheory
Series A in 2022
Metatheory Inc. is an interactive technology and entertainment company focused on the development of Web3 games and community-driven experiences. It aims to inspire imagination by connecting people worldwide through immersive virtual worlds. The company specializes in creating interactive content that allows users to engage in audience-driven story development, enjoy enjoyable gameplay, and experience digital ownership through blockchain technology. By leveraging cross-generational intellectual property, Metatheory seeks to empower gamers and foster social connections within its innovative environments.
Branch Technologies was founded in 2020 under the visionary leadership of our esteemed CEO, Dayton Mills. Our sole purpose is to explore and develop groundbreaking ideas that seamlessly merge the worlds of social apps and gaming, redefining the very fabric of interactive entertainment. We invest in people who have surmounted many obstacles yet remain steadfast with an unwavering determination to cultivate the remarkable and enduring. Our culture of relentlessly pursuing excellence has earned us a globally recognized reputation as innovators at the forefront of gaming.
TELEPORT
Seed Round in 2022
The AI Compatibility Company
Afriex Inc. is a mobile payment application developer based in Oakland, California, specializing in overseas money transfer services. Founded in 2019, the company offers a digital wallet application that allows users to send and receive money globally, utilizing stablecoins to ensure fast and cost-effective remittance solutions. Afriex supports transactions to over 30 countries, enabling users to make payments and manage their finances more efficiently at current exchange rates, while also providing various withdrawal options to enhance the user experience.
LiquiFi
Seed Round in 2022
LiquiFi is a digital crypto management platform that specializes in automating token vesting, lockups, and cap table management for cryptocurrency companies. By streamlining these processes, LiquiFi allows organizations to focus on their core priorities rather than on the complexities of smart contract development, audits, and manual token transfers. The platform simplifies tax compliance and reporting, providing a user-friendly solution that enhances efficiency in managing token equity ownership. Trusted by leading teams in the cryptocurrency sector, LiquiFi addresses the security and compliance challenges associated with token management, positioning itself as a vital tool in the rapidly evolving digital asset landscape.
Blast Royale
Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Blast Royale is a blockchain-based play-to-earn platform that allows players to earn Craft Spice while playing matches. The game uses two tokens, the primary token Blast (BLST) and Craft Spice (CS), the in-game P2E token of the Blast Royale Metaverse. BLST is used for trading NFTs on the Blast Royale marketplace and crafting new NFTs, whereas CS has numerous utility uses, including crafting and repairing equipment. Players earn CS by taking part in Blast Royale matches.
bloXroute Labs
Series B in 2022
bloXroute Labs, Inc. is a company focused on providing blockchain scalability solutions that enable cryptocurrencies and blockchains to process thousands of transactions per second without requiring protocol changes. Established in 2018 and based in Evanston, Illinois, the company operates a blockchain distribution network that enhances the efficiency of data propagation across all blockchains. By utilizing a global network of servers optimized for performance through advanced techniques like compression and encryption, bloXroute Labs ensures that all nodes can maintain consensus even as transaction volumes soar. This provably neutral platform supports a wide range of blockchains, facilitating improved transaction throughput and addressing scalability challenges at the network layer.
Ethlas is a Web3 software and gaming company focused on transforming the gaming landscape by integrating Web3 technologies to enhance user experiences. The company aims to make Web3 accessible and secure for a broad audience, thereby paving the way for innovative gaming experiences. Ethlas operates a play-to-earn gaming model that allows users to monetize their skills and earn cryptocurrency rewards. Additionally, the company develops gaming and infrastructure tools designed to improve the safety and usability of Web3 for both players and businesses. Through skill-based games and tournaments, Ethlas enables players to compete and engage in a dynamic gaming environment.
Lava Labs
Series A in 2022
Lava Labs is a game development studio that specializes in creating immersive gaming experiences. Operating across multiple locations, including the UK, Sweden, and the Netherlands, Lava Labs focuses on innovation and community engagement. The studio is known for its flagship game, A Far Away Realm (AFAR), which merges traditional social activities with virtual environments, fostering excitement and connection within a global gaming community. Additionally, Lava Labs has developed a gaming platform that allows players to engage in independent and multiplayer experiences while earning rewards through token economics, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
ApeX is a developer of an innovative derivatives protocol that focuses on creating perpetual swap markets for various token pairs. The company provides a decentralized, permissionless, non-custodial, and censorship-resistant platform for trading perpetual contracts. This approach allows clients to leverage the scalability and compatibility of arbitral technology, which helps reduce transaction costs and enhance execution speed. Additionally, ApeX is launching game NFTs aimed at enhancing the derivatives trading experience for Web3 users.
SPICYEST
Pre Seed Round in 2022
SPICYEST is a consulting and financial services firm specialized in digital assets. Our experts offer tailored advice and liquidity to help businesses succeed in this industry. With a focus on innovation, we help clients achieve their goals in a rapidly changing market.
Ref Finance
Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Ref Finance is a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform built on the NEAR Protocol, designed to provide users with a range of financial services in a single location. The platform offers a decentralized exchange (DEX), a lending protocol, and the ability to issue synthetic assets, facilitating a seamless trading experience akin to centralized services. With transaction costs under $0.01 and network transaction finality of less than two seconds, Ref Finance aims to deliver efficient and low-cost trading options for its customers. This integration of various DeFi tools positions Ref Finance as a comprehensive solution in the evolving landscape of decentralized finance.
Axelar is a company focused on developing interoperability software that facilitates communication between various blockchain ecosystems and applications. Founded in 2020 by Sergey Gorbunov and Georgios Vlachos, Axelar Network offers a suite of protocols, tools, and APIs aimed at overcoming the challenges of cross-chain interactions. The company's solutions leverage Byzantine consensus, cryptography, and mechanism design to enable decentralized applications to operate across different blockchains seamlessly. By providing developers with the necessary resources, Axelar empowers them to select the most suitable platforms while enhancing cross-chain composability and liquidity.
Permian Labs
Seed Round in 2022
Permian Labs, established in 2021, specializes in consumer financing for advanced computing power. Its platform facilitates the acquisition of high-performance GPUs, enabling customers to access cutting-edge technology for innovation. Since inception, the company has facilitated $400 million in loan volume and operates $60 million in compute-oriented hardware globally through its Tactical Compute arm.
Dune Analytics
Series B in 2022
Dune Analytics is a Norwegian company based in Oslo, founded by Fredrik Haga and Mats Olsen in 2018. It specializes in blockchain analytics, focusing on the Ethereum network. The company's platform enables users to query, extract, and visualize vast amounts of crypto data, making complex on-chain information accessible and easy to understand. Dune Analytics' tools allow anyone to create queries and analyses, instantly visualize results into graphs, and share them with the community, facilitating a more transparent and informed approach to blockchain research.
NEAR
Initial Coin Offering in 2022
NEAR Inc. is a company that develops and provides a platform for creating decentralized applications through its NEAR Protocol, a scalable blockchain designed for open-source code. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, NEAR Inc. focuses on bridging the adoption gap for mainstream commercial software by offering tools that facilitate the writing, testing, and deployment of decentralized applications. The platform is engineered to support a wide range of applications, ensuring security for high-value assets such as money and identity. Additionally, NEAR provides essential services, including documentation, wallet, studio, and explorer functionalities, which contribute to a robust ecosystem for developers.
Entropy
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Entropy provides crypto custody services to keep private keys secure and make assets available on demand. Its services specialize in creating a decentralized network leveraging advanced threshold cryptography and multi-party computation. The company was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in New York.
Vibra is an online crypto-currency application that specializes in investments, blockchain, and funding services.
InfStones
Series B in 2021
InfStones, founded in 2018, operates as a prominent blockchain infrastructure provider with offices in three countries across two continents. The company specializes in offering services to large institutional clients worldwide, facilitating the management of thousands of nodes on over 50 public blockchains through its universal platform. Additionally, InfStones has developed a decentralized cloud storage solution that allows institutions to securely establish and host their mainnet. This platform is designed to simplify the process of connecting with blockchain technology, enabling clients to efficiently develop and deploy their applications on various blockchain networks.
Parcl is a blockchain-based platform that enables users to invest in real estate by trading digital representations of physical properties. This innovative approach allows individuals to purchase fractions of real estate assets, thereby broadening access to the real estate market. In addition to its investment capabilities, Parcl provides a residential real estate data and analytics software that tracks price movements across the market. Utilizing millions of data points, the software generates accurate, city-level real estate indexes that are refreshed every twenty-four hours. This functionality empowers users to gain exposure to numerous properties efficiently and effectively.
ConsenSys
Series C in 2021
ConsenSys, established in 2015 by Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin, is a leading Ethereum software company focused on Web3. It offers a suite of products, including Infura, Quorum, Truffle, Codefi, MetaMask, and Diligence, which serve millions of users and support billions of blockchain-based queries. ConsenSys enables developers and enterprises worldwide to build next-generation applications and access the decentralized web, fostering business adoption and growth of the Ethereum ecosystem. Additionally, ConsenSys Academy, its educational arm, bridges the Ethereum knowledge gap globally for ecosystem development.
Paras is an Indonesia-based marketplace specializing in non-fungible tokens (NFTs). It offers a digital collectible platform that allows users to trade various digital items, including comics, games, and digital art. By facilitating crypto trading, Paras provides a space for users to engage with and exchange unique digital assets, enhancing the accessibility and appeal of the NFT market.
Hawku operates an online blockchain-based marketplace specializing in utility and gaming non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The platform provides listings, sales data, and real-time information for users to research, buy, and sell these digital assets. Currently, Hawku focuses on horse NFTs for the popular game Zed Run.
Parcel provides a crypto treasury management platform that facilitates mass payouts and money streaming for organizations through a single transaction. The platform ensures secure handling of organizational data by employing end-to-end encryption on the interplanetary file system (IPFS) and Filecoin. It utilizes a deterministic method for calculating encryption keys via signatures created with an Ethereum private key. This technology enables businesses to receive payments in real-time, simplifying payroll processes and the management of organizational documents.
Taker Protocol
Seed Round in 2021
Taker Protocol is a cryptocurrency liquidity protocol focused on non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The company has developed a unique approach to optimize the liquidation of NFT assets through a quote-by-lock-in pricing mechanism. This allows asset holders to borrow stablecoins, enhancing their liquidity options. Additionally, Taker Protocol is dedicated to building cross-chain bridges, facilitating connections between various public blockchain networks. This capability improves the efficiency of asset transfers and expands the potential application scenarios for NFTs, making it a significant player in the evolving cryptocurrency landscape.
Ava Labs
Initial Coin Offering in 2021
Ava Labs is focused on simplifying the launch of financial applications through blockchain technology. The company offers a smart contracts platform that allows users to create customizable public and private blockchains, facilitating the development of various digital assets. Its innovative probabilistic consensus protocol enhances transaction speed while minimizing costs associated with capital deployment. This approach aims to redefine value creation within the Web3 ecosystem, promoting a more accessible and democratic internet of finance. By providing tools that streamline the creation, trading, and discovery of diverse asset types, Ava Labs empowers individuals and organizations to leverage blockchain for their financial needs.
SZNS Solutions is a technology consulting firm that specializes in cloud-native and crypto-native solutions. It focuses on accelerating enterprise adoption of cryptocurrency through software development and technology advisory services. The company has developed a platform for non-fungible tokens (NFTs), enabling creators to curate and fractionalize their albums. This innovative software allows users to create collections of NFTs that facilitate fractional ownership and collective governance through a decentralized autonomous organization. By empowering creators with tools to manage high-value NFTs, SZNS Solutions plays a significant role in the evolving landscape of digital assets.
Cabital
Seed Round in 2021
Cabital is a crypto savings platform that aims to simplify cryptocurrency investments for users of all experience levels. It offers an intuitive interface and a range of cryptocurrency products, ensuring a securely regulated environment conducive to both beginners and seasoned traders. The platform facilitates the buying and selling of cryptocurrencies through a payment on-and-off ramp solution, allowing investors to earn sensible returns on their crypto assets while minimizing risks and costs. By focusing on user experience and security, Cabital positions itself as a reliable option for individuals looking to explore the digital asset landscape.
Hedgehog
Seed Round in 2021
Hedgehog is a developer of a cryptocurrency trading platform that caters to both institutional and everyday investors. It offers an all-in-one solution for managing cryptocurrency investments, featuring tools for research, portfolio tracking, and trade management. The platform enables users to track their coins and holdings, implement diversification strategies, and exchange cryptocurrencies at real-time prices. By providing these comprehensive tools, Hedgehog aims to empower investors to take control of their cryptocurrency portfolios effectively.
Dune Analytics
Series A in 2021
Dune Analytics is a Norwegian company based in Oslo, founded by Fredrik Haga and Mats Olsen in 2018. It specializes in blockchain analytics, focusing on the Ethereum network. The company's platform enables users to query, extract, and visualize vast amounts of crypto data, making complex on-chain information accessible and easy to understand. Dune Analytics' tools allow anyone to create queries and analyses, instantly visualize results into graphs, and share them with the community, facilitating a more transparent and informed approach to blockchain research.
Sense Finance
Seed Round in 2021
Sense Finance is a decentralized finance platform that operates a fixed-income protocol on the Ethereum blockchain. The protocol enables users to manage risk through self-directed strategies, allowing them to trade fixed rates and future yields on existing yield-bearing assets. By splitting these assets into principal and yield components, Sense Finance enhances users' ability to navigate and mitigate risks associated with fluctuations in the decentralized finance markets. This innovative approach to risk management positions Sense Finance as a significant player in the evolving landscape of decentralized finance.
Axelar is a company focused on developing interoperability software that facilitates communication between various blockchain ecosystems and applications. Founded in 2020 by Sergey Gorbunov and Georgios Vlachos, Axelar Network offers a suite of protocols, tools, and APIs aimed at overcoming the challenges of cross-chain interactions. The company's solutions leverage Byzantine consensus, cryptography, and mechanism design to enable decentralized applications to operate across different blockchains seamlessly. By providing developers with the necessary resources, Axelar empowers them to select the most suitable platforms while enhancing cross-chain composability and liquidity.
Skolem
Venture Round in 2021
Skolem is a provider of a data and trade execution platform designed for decentralized financial (DeFi) markets, aimed at institutional investors. The company's infrastructure allows institutions to engage directly in DeFi activities such as trading, yield farming, staking, and liquidity provisioning without significantly increasing their technical resources or portfolio risk. Skolem's technology offers a centralized hub for trading, borrowing, and lending, facilitating superior execution on complex trades even during volatile market conditions. Through its innovative systems, Skolem opens the doors to DeFi for institutions, streamlining their participation in this evolving financial landscape.
Alkimiya Protocol
Venture Round in 2021
Alkimiya Protocol is a developer of an open-source, permissionless platform that focuses on creating financial instruments backed by actual hash power production. The protocol utilizes smart contracts to enable miners to sell their future production rewards for a predetermined amount. This innovation allows users to design and deploy hash power-backed financial instruments from any location, leveraging the latest web and mobile technologies to generate revenue. By facilitating a new way for miners to monetize their production, Alkimiya Protocol aims to enhance the financial landscape within the cryptocurrency sector.
arcX
Venture Round in 2021
arcX is a training organization that specializes in providing a range of accredited cybersecurity training programs. As a CREST Approved Training Provider, it offers courses in various areas including penetration testing, threat intelligence, incident response, and security analysis. The company is dedicated to equipping individuals with the necessary skills and certifications to excel in the cybersecurity field, supporting both professional development and industry standards.
PoolTogether
Series A in 2021
PoolTogether Inc. is a company that operates a decentralized application on the Ethereum blockchain, designed to facilitate saving money through a gamified approach. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, PoolTogether offers an audited savings game that allows users to deposit Ethereum assets into a pool. The deposited funds accrue interest through a compound protocol, and at the end of each week, one participant is awarded the collective interest, while all participants retain their initial deposits. The platform emphasizes a no-loss principle, making savings more transparent and accessible, and aims to provide a more advantageous alternative to traditional lottery systems.
Commonwealth Labs
Venture Round in 2021
Commonwealth Laboratories, Inc. is a diagnostic laboratory based in San Francisco, California, specializing in diagnostic tests for various functional gastrointestinal disorders. Founded in 1985, the company provides essential resources for healthcare providers to enhance the diagnostic process. By offering specialized testing services, Commonwealth Laboratories aims to improve the understanding and treatment of gastrointestinal conditions, thus supporting better patient outcomes.
Babel Finance
Series A in 2021
Babel Finance is a prominent global cryptocurrency financial institution that caters to high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients. The company offers a range of professional financial services in the crypto sector, including crypto lending, asset management, and prime financing. Babel Finance provides clients with cryptocurrency deposit and credit facilities, structured asset management solutions, prime brokerage services, and derivatives strategies. This comprehensive suite of offerings enables clients to access instant crypto-backed loans and capitalize on emerging investment opportunities in the evolving digital asset landscape.
Showtime
Seed Round in 2021
Showtime is a non-fungible token (NFT) social network where people can discover and share NFT art. Showtime aims to provide the crypto community with a social media interface.