Ammalgam
Seed Round in 2024
Ammalgam is a technology company that specializes in decentralized finance (DeFi). It has developed a unique platform, the Decentralized Lending Exchange (DLEX), which combines lending and trading functionalities into a single protocol. This innovative solution enables users to increase their yield, unlock new utility, and enhance capital efficiency by integrating these services without the need for oracles. The platform allows market makers to provide liquidity to and borrow from the same contract, making it a comprehensive and efficient tool for DeFi participants.
Morpho Labs
Venture Round in 2024
Morpho is an on-chain peer-to-peer layer on top of lending pools. Rates are seamlessly improved for borrowers and lenders while preserving the same guarantees. Morpho combines the efficiency of P2P with the liquidity of lending pools. Users enjoy an improved APY while maintaining the pool’s flexibility
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.
Skip is a blockchain company that provides infrastructure to help blockchains leverage Miner Extractable Value (MEV) for financial sustainability and improved user experiences. The company has developed a platform featuring a sealed-bid closed auction system, allowing traders to submit tipped transactions to validators. This system prioritizes these transactions at the top of blocks, facilitating long-term financial viability for blockchains. Additionally, it enables traders to implement more sophisticated and profitable trading strategies. Through its innovative approach, Skip aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of blockchain transactions.
CoWSwap
Initial Coin Offering in 2022
CoWSwap is the first trading interface built on top of the CoW Protocol. It saves money on token swaps by trading directly with peers and avoiding front-running attacks.
Osmosis Foundation
Initial Coin Offering in 2021
Osmosis Foundation operates a decentralized peer-to-peer blockchain platform that facilitates the creation of liquidity and trading of IBC-enabled tokens. The platform features an advanced automated market maker (AMM) protocol, which represents a significant evolution in how liquidity providers engage with decentralized finance (DeFi). Built using the Cosmos software development kit (SDK), Osmosis allows developers to design, build, and deploy customized AMMs, enhancing the flexibility and functionality of liquidity solutions within the ecosystem. By utilizing open-source software, Osmosis promotes transparency and accessibility in the DeFi space.
LayerZero
Series A in 2021
LayerZero Labs is a developer of a blockchain messaging protocol that enables decentralized applications to operate across multiple blockchains. The company's platform facilitates data exchange and interoperability by connecting disparate blockchains, offering a streamlined solution for cross-chain applications. Utilizing an on-chain light node for validation, LayerZero improves speed, security, and cost-efficiency, as it streams block headers on-demand through decentralized oracles rather than maintaining all headers sequentially. This innovative approach allows clients to efficiently implement low-level communication primitives necessary for cross-chain functionality.
Jet Protocol
Seed Round in 2021
Jet Protocol Holdings is a developer of a decentralized lending and borrowing platform that aims to reduce transaction costs and enhance efficiency in financial transactions. The company specializes in creating innovative loan products and facilitates cross-chain interest rate arbitrage, allowing users to streamline their borrowing and lending activities. Through its platform, Jet Protocol Holdings provides a borrowing agreement designed to simplify the complexities often associated with traditional financial systems, making it easier for users to engage in lending and borrowing transactions.
Syndicate
Seed Round in 2021
Syndicate is a decentralized asset management platform and social network that aims to democratize the investment process. By facilitating the creation of investing syndicates, it enables users to raise and invest capital with significantly reduced time and cost. The platform supports the establishment of decentralized autonomous organizations, empowering communities to collaborate effectively in value creation. Through its innovative approach, Syndicate transforms traditional investing practices, making it more accessible to a broader audience.