MakerDAO
Venture Round in 2021
MakerDAO is a decentralized autonomous organization that operates on the Ethereum blockchain, specializing in the development of a stablecoin known as Dai. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, with additional offices in Copenhagen, Denmark, MakerDAO aims to minimize the price volatility of Dai by utilizing collateralized debt positions and autonomous feedback mechanisms. The company enables users to access a low-volatility, collateral-backed cryptocurrency, promoting financial inclusion and stability. In addition to Dai, MakerDAO has introduced MKR, a token that serves multiple purposes within its ecosystem, including governance and system recapitalization. Through its innovative approach, MakerDAO seeks to provide a decentralized digital currency that maintains its purchasing power, making financial services accessible to users worldwide.
Afterparty
Seed Round in 2021
Afterparty is a technology company based in Los Angeles, California, that launched in 2021. It has developed a Web3 platform designed to empower creators in the music industry to directly monetize their relationships with fans and supporters. By providing tools that facilitate the hosting of token-gated experiences in both the metaverse and real life, Afterparty enables creators to foster and maintain direct connections with their communities. The company's platform aims to enhance the music creator economy by offering innovative ways for artists to engage with their audiences while generating revenue.
Sturdy Exchange
Seed Round in 2021
Sturdy Exchange is a platform that allows musicians, brands, and entertainers to reach the masses with a new form of ownership and utility through the use of Non Fungible Tokens (NFTs). The platform offers the ultimate fan experience by democratizing access to NFTs at a variety of price points. Users can show off their collection, support their favorite artists, and gain real-world utility.
DFX Finance
Seed Round in 2021
DFX Finance is a decentralized finance exchange protocol focused on facilitating the trading of non-U.S. dollar stablecoins. The company has developed a fintech platform that allows for structured trading, utilizing an Ethereum-based decentralized exchange protocol. This platform features a finely tuned bonding curve optimized for fiat-backed stablecoins such as USDC, CADC, EURS, and XSGD. By incorporating real-world foreign exchange price feeds, DFX Finance enables users to engage with decentralized finance applications in a blockchain-powered market, enhancing the accessibility and efficiency of stablecoin transactions.
Dapper Labs
Series A in 2018
Dapper Labs Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Vancouver, Canada, specializes in developing blockchain-based gaming platforms and collectibles. The company is best known for NBA Top Shot, which utilizes blockchain technology to facilitate non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and enhance digital engagement for sports fans. Dapper Labs focuses on creating immersive experiences that allow consumers to connect more intimately with their favorite brands, fostering vibrant communities and enabling fans to actively participate in content creation. Its innovative approach offers users secure ownership and new avenues for digital interaction, positioning Dapper Labs as a leader in the intersection of entertainment and blockchain technology.
Vault12
Seed Round in 2018
Vault12 is a provider of a crypto storage platform focused on decentralized digital custody to safeguard digital assets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a serverless and distributed solution for the secure storage of cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Its platform enables clients to protect their digital assets through a cryptographically secure network comprised of trusted individuals and devices, facilitating the inheritance, backup, and recovery of these assets.
Bloom is a blockchain-based platform that focuses on identity attestation, risk assessment, and credit scoring. It aims to provide solutions for both traditional and digital currency lenders, enabling them to serve individuals who lack access to banking services or credit scores. The platform employs public-private key encryption to verify customer identities and validate credit histories while ensuring that sensitive consumer data is not stored on its servers. This approach allows authorized lenders to securely issue credit to borrowers, facilitating greater financial inclusion for billions of people worldwide.
0x is a developer of an open protocol that enables decentralized exchanging of tokens on the Ethereum blockchain. The protocol serves as a standard framework that facilitates peer-to-peer transactions and promotes interoperability among decentralized applications that incorporate exchange capabilities. By providing a mechanism for users to seamlessly convert a diverse range of assets into cryptographic tokens, 0x aims to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of digital asset trading in a decentralized manner.
Basis is a company based in Hoboken, New Jersey, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing an algorithmic cryptocurrency protocol designed to regulate supply and maintain purchasing power. The protocol functions similarly to the operations of traditional central banks, which manage fiscal debt to stabilize economic conditions. Basis employs sophisticated algorithms to expand or contract the cryptocurrency's supply in response to market demands, ensuring its value remains stable over time.