Orange DAO

Orange DAO is dedicated to supporting past, present, and aspiring Y Combinator founders who are shaping the future of the crypto ecosystem. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Orange DAO operates with the belief that founders and builders are uniquely positioned to create and share opportunities for a more equitable future. The organization collaborates closely with the Orange Fund, its venture partner, to empower entrepreneurs and foster innovation within the crypto space.

Alex Bass

Partner

Jeff Chen

Founder and CEO

Anh-tho Chuong

Partner

Patrick Deem

Investor

Alejandro Garcia-Amaya

Partner

Ben Huh

General Partner

Brian Li

Investor and Builder

Evan Lodge

Partner

Berk Ozer

Venture Partner

Orion Parrott

General Partner

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SimpleHash

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Developer of an online database platform designed to let web3 developers query all NFT data from a single application programming interface. The company's platform utilizes blockchain technology to offer NFT indexing and querying infrastructure and provide a rapid media content delivery network that can be integrated into a few lines of code, enabling companies to have access to critical infrastructure for detailed metadata.

Cypher Wallet

Seed Round in 2023
Existing Crypto Wallets are too geeky for mainstream users. We are building a multi-chain crypto wallet simplifying user experience for the mainstream users along with a crypto card.

Cookie3

Seed Round in 2022
Cookie3 is a pioneer in the field of behavioral analytics on the blockchain. We focus on interpreting customer profiles based on the individuals' wallet history. Our ultimate goal is domination in the behavioral analytics market on the blockchain, including Metaverse, Gaming, NFTs, DeFi, and the entire Web3 ecosystem.

Data Lake

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Data Lake is an information service provider for the medical donation system. They offer a database of international medical data donors. It enables hospitals and clinics to turn medical data into an asset.

ZKX

Seed Round in 2022
ZKX is the first StarkNet-based perpetual futures exchange to offer complex financial instruments as swaps. It is developing a strong set of decentralized solutions, including a proprietary derivatives exchange, modular DAO software, and developer tools based on zero-knowledge technology. The company was founded in 2021.

ZKX

Seed Round in 2022
ZKX is the first StarkNet-based perpetual futures exchange to offer complex financial instruments as swaps. It is developing a strong set of decentralized solutions, including a proprietary derivatives exchange, modular DAO software, and developer tools based on zero-knowledge technology. The company was founded in 2021.

Quadrata

Seed Round in 2022
Quadrata is a technology company founded in 2021 by Lisa Fridman and Fabrice Cheng, based in Marina Del Rey, California. It operates a web3-based passport network that integrates identity and compliance into decentralized finance (DeFi) across public blockchains. The company's platform facilitates a permissionless DeFi ecosystem by allowing users to verify their KYC/AML status, country of residence, credit reputation, and accredited investor status. This innovative approach enhances access to financial services while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, thereby promoting a more secure and inclusive financial environment.

Sonic Wallet ( SonicWallet )

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Sonic Wallet (SonicWallet ) is a super app that provides safe investment tools for investing in diverse assets like Crypto, Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi protocols. Download on Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sonicwallet

Jig Analytics

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Jig Analytics' wallet fingerprinting technique detects multi-accounting and automation using both on-chain and off-chain data. The check is immediate and completely invisible to the user. The malicious wallet database is shared by all services that interface with Jig Analytics.

Molecule

Seed Round in 2022
Molecule GmbH is a company that has developed a virtual accelerator platform aimed at facilitating the translation of scientific discoveries into new therapeutics. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Neuhausen am Rheinfall, Switzerland, with an additional office in Berlin, Germany, Molecule connects scientists with the necessary funding for therapeutic development. This platform also links private investors directly with scientists, promoting the advancement of various treatments for patients. By streamlining the innovation process within the pharmaceutical industry, Molecule seeks to enhance the efficiency of bringing novel therapeutics to market.

GGs.io

Pre Seed Round in 2022
GGs.io allows players to earn money while playing their favorite games. The organization is working hard to create a place where players from around the world may participate in competitions, play games, or just unwind. GGs.io aims to provide new experiences to gamers.

Playdex

Seed Round in 2022
Playdex is a social gaming platform where players can play NFT games with their friends for seamlessly.

Sgnal

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Sgnal is a Web based consumer intelligence platform. They have the tools they need to thrive in NFTs and Web3. They use machine learning driven by AI to analyse both ongoing and planned projects. Signal delivers actionable, solid proof that is important to the success of Web3 and NFT.

Finnt

Seed Round in 2022
Finnt is a developer of banking apps designed to make financial management seamless and carefree. They provide preferred rates for funds insured and help enable multi-accounts, debit cards, and expense reports, enabling families to achieve their wealth creation targets.

LiquiFi

Seed Round in 2022
LiquiFi helps to maximize the capabilities of tokens.

Spruce

Series A in 2022
We are creating a suite of products around a WYSIWYG form builder called Intake that helps operations managers implement killer document collection and processing workflows. Passports can be fed to KYC verifiers, purchase orders can create approval requests, and DocuSign becomes a streamlined step in your onboarding flow. Files end up in predictable and safe places such as Box.com, and people can see where they are in your intake process if you enable their dashboards.

Hatchfi

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Hatchfi is an API and technology platform for connecting to any crypto exchange, wallet, account, or protocol. We enable developers to build fully modern, crypto-enabled financial systems with our developer-friendly infrastructure and tooling.

Cypher Wallet

Seed Round in 2022
Existing Crypto Wallets are too geeky for mainstream users. We are building a multi-chain crypto wallet simplifying user experience for the mainstream users along with a crypto card.

ILUMA

Pre Seed Round in 2022
ILUMA is building the autonomous solution to onboard, manage, engage and support the next 1M DAO communities in web3.

Zoksh

Venture Round in 2022
Zoksh is a non-custodial payment solution that allows businesses to accept over 1,000 currencies across 16 blockchains. The platform facilitates Fiat payments for Web3 products and provides direct Fiat settlements to merchants' bank accounts. With a focus on user-friendly integration, Zoksh offers a no-code setup that gives merchants complete control over their funds. In just six months of operation, Zoksh has achieved a monthly transaction volume exceeding $500,000, highlighting its rapid growth and acceptance in the market. The platform also enables the creation of unique payment links, online pages, and subscription plans, empowering creators and businesses to manage their finances independently.

Coinbooks

Seed Round in 2022
Coinbooks is a San Francisco-based accounting software startup. Coinbooks work by integrating with crypto wallets and existing accounting software so that crypto companies can manage both their crypto and non-crypto transactions in one place.

Finblox

Seed Round in 2022
Finblox is the alternative crypto investment and savings account.

UNXD

Seed Round in 2022
UNXD is a curated marketplace established in 2021, specializing in the digital culture sector. The platform focuses on offering collectors access to significant non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and culturally relevant digital experiences. By curating important digital cultural moments, UNXD aims to bridge the gap between the digital and physical realms, allowing users to engage with and appreciate these unique digital assets in a more tangible way. The company is dedicated to enhancing the NFT landscape through a thoughtful selection of items and experiences that resonate with collectors.

Stax

Seed Round in 2022
Stax is all of your bank accounts, mobile wallets, crypto in a single app that works without mobile data.

Analog

Seed Round in 2022
Analog is an omni-chain interoperability protocol suite built on top of the Nominated Proof-of-Stake (NPoS) consensus algorithm that will soon be replaced by a more decentralized and fairer Proof-of-Time (PoT) protocol. The Analog tech stack consists of the Timechain (a consensus-agnostic protocol maintained by a dynamic and decentralized validator set), developer toolkits, and APIs—all designed to break down the barriers of cross-chain communication. The Watch SDK, a Web3 data infrastructure toolkit for deploying and querying data from connected chains, is among the first developer toolkits built on top of the Timechain. To enhance the overall UX when it comes to querying blockchain data, the Analog team has implemented a low-code and intuitive platform called the Watch UI that runs on top of the Watch SDK called the Watch UI. Developers can use these tools to deploy and explore quickly and query on-chain data from any connected network via a unified API. To progress towards a permissionless interoperable Web3 future, Analog intends to extend the capabilities of the Watch SDK to include cross-chain smart contract execution calls by implementing a General Message Passing (GMP) SDK. The GMP SDK will provide developers with a simple framework for building cross-chain applications that extend beyond token transfers. Besides providing interoperability functionality, Analog also offers the Timegraph SDK that makes it easy for users/applications to query any blockchain data via an intuitive and unified interface (Timegraph API). The Timegraph SDK also creates a robust Query Marketplace—also called the Analog Watch—that users can leverage to access organized Web3 data from connected chains and listed smart contracts.

Metaphor

Seed Round in 2022
Metaphor focuses on simplifying the engagement with decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) by providing a user-friendly platform that facilitates the onboarding process. The company develops tools that allow users to easily connect their wallets, select membership types, and purchase tokens, thereby streamlining participation in web3 communities. By integrating on-chain membership status and approval, Metaphor aims to create a clear and unified experience for users, enabling them to understand who belongs to which DAO and facilitating efficient treasury management and contract control within these organizations.

Chillchat

Seed Round in 2022
Chillchat is a pixel art NFT metaverse, a vast collection of virtual worlds, made entirely by its players, where you can jump into adventure with a new identity created by you or another player, pixel by pixel. There is no limit to who you can be or what you can create. If you can imagine it, you can be it. Our Pixel Editor, World System, and the Solana blockchain powers it all. Create and Mint Worlds, Characters, Pets, and bring them to life with other players.

Suptho

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Suptho is a location based status app that enhances daily interactions among friends.

Conveyor Labs

Seed Round in 2022
Conveyor Labs specializes in developing web3 protocols that enhance the automation of decentralized finance (DeFi) trading. Its primary project, Conveyor.Finance, is a fully decentralized and non-custodial protocol that facilitates automated token swaps on decentralized exchanges (DEXs). By serving as an automated intermediary, the platform enables users to exchange tokens directly from their wallets on the DEXs they already utilize. The technology integrates decentralized off-chain systems with on-chain validation to ensure secure and efficient transactions. Additionally, Conveyor Labs' platform boasts cross-chain compatibility, functioning seamlessly with any EVM-compatible blockchain or side-chain. It also supports a variety of cryptocurrency wallets, allowing investors to configure token settings and automate the selling of tokens continuously.

RoundlyX

Seed Round in 2022
RoundlyX is a digital asset wealth management platform that allows users to manage their portfolios through a single dashboard. The platform connects to various digital asset exchanges and offers features such as "Roundup Investing," which enables users to invest their spare change into Bitcoin. Additionally, RoundlyX provides curated content and aggregated services to help users make informed investment decisions. This comprehensive toolset simplifies the management of digital assets, catering to both novice and experienced investors.

Spritz Finance

Seed Round in 2022
Spritz Finance operates a financial utility platform focused on decentralized finance, enabling users to pay their bills using cryptocurrency. The platform allows individuals to select the source of their funds, whether from investment holdings or stablecoin yield farms, while maintaining control and custody of their assets. Users can link their existing cryptocurrency wallets and integrate all their bills, utilizing a secure connection through Plaid for seamless account management. With support for over 1,000 integrations in the United States, Spritz Finance provides a flexible solution for managing expenses through cryptocurrency, allowing users to adjust linked wallets and payment preferences at any time.

Bnext

Series A in 2022
Bnext is a fintech platform based in Madrid, Spain, that offers a comprehensive alternative to traditional banking services. It allows users to create current accounts quickly and access various financial products through its innovative Marketplace, which features carefully selected offerings from fintechs and banks. Users can connect their external accounts to manage all their financial information in one place, facilitating easier financial oversight. Bnext's model emphasizes collaboration with financial service providers rather than imposing high commissions on customers, ensuring users receive competitive offers. The platform provides a wide range of services, including real estate investment, mutual funds, loans, crowdfunding, and more. By integrating leading products in the market, Bnext aims to redefine banking and position itself as a modern alternative to conventional banks.

Odeon

Funding Round in 2022
DAOs are rapidly transforming how we collaborate and work with each other - Odeon is an easy-to-use platform for discovering, investing and participating in DAO projects at scale. We found joining and investing in DAOs difficult, technical and frustrating - we wanted to make it easier for people to join and manage DAOs. With over 300 verified DAO’s, Odeon is the world’s largest DAO discovery platform to date. Web3 is transforming organisations as we know it, and DAO's are at the forefront of that transformation.

Quidli

Seed Round in 2021
Quidli is a Paris-based company established in 2018 that provides a technological platform enabling businesses to exchange equity for labor. This innovative platform allows companies to offer ownership equity as compensation, facilitating connections between companies, workers, freelancers, and investors. By leveraging blockchain technology, Quidli enhances employee engagement and productivity by allowing businesses to reward contributions with equity. Additionally, the platform offers job security to workers by enabling them to pursue projects of interest. Companies can also utilize Quidli for recruitment purposes, making it a versatile tool in the modern workforce landscape.

Alliance DAO

Seed Round in 2021
DeFi Alliance connects founders to some of the largest traditional trading firms in the world, successful founders in DeFi, VCs, and legal/compliance experts, and help them build product, growth, and regulatory strategies.

Aya Holding, Inc

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Aya is building a marketplace for qualified web3 African skilled talents for global early-stage startups

Algofi

Seed Round in 2021
Operator of a crypto lending platform intended to make decentralized lending broadly accessible. The company's platform allows users to buy crypto and earn interest without a bank or centralized custodian and reduce barriers to entry and promotes democracy in the financial system, enabling traders to make transactions with leverage and earn yield easily.

Unlock

Seed Round in 2021
Unlock Inc, founded in 2018 and based in Brooklyn, New York, offers an access control protocol built on blockchain technology. This platform allows creators to monetize their content and software directly, eliminating the need for intermediaries. Unlock enables consumers to manage their subscriptions efficiently and rewards them with discounts for sharing quality content and applications. The technology facilitates the locking and management of access to various forms of content, applications, communities, and real-life events, empowering clients to sell memberships and providing consumers with points for promoting valuable creations.

Cardashift

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Cardashift is a community-run launchpad that raises funds, builds, and accelerates startups solving social and environmental issues. Cardashift uses blockchain technology to give society the tools it needs to change the economy. It creates mission-driven NFTs, which are the new engagement contracts of entire ecosystems that enable the structuring, financing, promotion, and delivery of a new impact economy. Cardashift's mission is to shake up society in order to transform it, making it fairer and more appealing.

Coinrule

Seed Round in 2021
Coinrule Limited is a London-based company that offers an online platform for cryptocurrency trading, founded in 2017. The platform serves as a smart assistant for traders, allowing them to automate trading instructions without the need for coding skills. Coinrule empowers users to compete with professional algorithmic traders and hedge funds by providing tools that analyze market indicators for effective fund allocation. In addition to facilitating trading, the company also focuses on educating users through its platform, enhancing their understanding of cryptocurrency trading strategies.

Invezo

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Invezo is an investing research/analysis tool for stocks and crypto-assets, tying social media data (read: hype!) and financial data together.

Latent Studio

Pre Seed Round in 2021
2Cents is an ethereum protocol that turns users into network owners for internet communities. The company was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Filta

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Filta is a face filter platform where people get digital merch from favorite creators and they can buy and sell limited editions of face filter NFTs on social media. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

HyperTrader

Seed Round in 2021
HyperLinq brings institutional-grade software with superior technology for people who trade multiple assets on multiple exchanges or trading venues. HyperTrader is the professional-grade desktop trading terminal that enables easier price discovery, consolidated liquidity, amazing chart analysis, studies & indicators, portfolio management, smart order routing, arbitrages, algorithmic trading, unified market data APIs and consolidated portfolio management. Currently, we support 16 crypto exchanges. The availability of the US stocks market is in works. We will also add Forex markets in the future.

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.

Finary

Seed Round in 2021
Finary is an investing social platform designed to foster a digital community for emerging investors. Launched as part of the Y Combinator Winter 2021 Batch, the platform allows users to engage in discussions about their investments with friends, discover new investing communities, and execute trades in the market. By enabling investors to connect their accounts, Finary facilitates a collaborative environment where users can share insights and strategies, enhancing their overall investment experience.
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