Multicoin Capital

Multicoin Capital is a thesis-driven cryptofund that invests long term in tokens that reshape entire sectors of the global economy. It is on a mission to accelerate the transition from the centralized institutions of the industrial age to the decentralized institution of the internet age. By accelerating the transition from permissioned to permissionless financial systems, Multicoin aims to accelerate humanity’s ability to achieve its full potential. Multicoin Capital was established in 2017 and is based in Austin, Texas.

Tushar Jain

Managing Partner

Kyle Samani

Co-Founder, Managing Partner

Past deals in Crypto

El Dorado

Seed Round in 2024
El Dorado is developing a payments SuperApp for Latin America that leverages stablecoin technology to facilitate both domestic and cross-border transactions. This platform integrates over 70 local payment channels and operates through a network of currency exchange agents, addressing the region's fragmented financial ecosystem. The mobile software offers a free multi-currency digital wallet, enabling users to manage their finances efficiently. Through its features, El Dorado provides essential financial services, including peer-to-peer markets, allowing individuals and small to medium-sized businesses to buy and sell various currencies seamlessly.

Mezo

Series A in 2024
Mezo is a bitcoin economic layer network that provides fast and cheap bitcoin transactions to hold tokens while earning yield.

Burnt

Series A in 2024
Burnt Finance operates as a decentralized NFT auction protocol that facilitates the minting and trading of digital assets within a permissionless ecosystem. It aims to address the barriers that hinder the broader adoption of cryptocurrency by creating an inclusive infrastructure. The protocol not only serves as an auction house for digital assets but also supports fundraising, collections, and staking activities. By providing high-speed and low-cost services, Burnt Finance enhances the user experience in the Web3 space, collaborating with like-minded organizations to develop tools and products that promote cultural integration and functionality in the crypto domain.

Quantinium

Seed Round in 2024
Quantinium is an innovative company that offers a decentralized wireless network designed to enhance internet connectivity. It introduces a unique blockchain infrastructure characterized by its speed, security, and reliability, standing out as the first layer 1 blockchain to successfully integrate decentralization, scalability, sustainability, and cybersecurity. At the core of its offerings is Quantum Wi-Fi, a peer-to-peer, quantum-resistant global Software-defined Wireless Network (SDWN) that addresses current challenges in telecommunications. This technology fosters collaboration among service providers and transforms isolated Wi-Fi networks into interconnected ecosystems. By enabling users to share their surplus internet capacity, Quantum Wi-Fi creates a marketplace for internet connectivity, akin to the disruption seen in the transportation sector with ridesharing services. Additionally, Quantinium provides a purpose-built ledger that supports decentralized applications and a standardized approach for various asset types, enhancing the overall functionality of its network.

Superfluid Finance

Seed Round in 2024
Superfluid Finance is on a mission to transform the way assets move in decentralized finance.

Wormhole

Initial Coin Offering in 2023
Wormhole covers a range of use cases to make chains for tokens, NFTs, apps, and other generic messaging applications. They build protocols on wormholes that can use data, assets, and messages from other chains.

FastLane

Seed Round in 2023
FastLane protocol is designed to generate revenue for validators while increasing the effectiveness of algorithmic traders.

Fluidity Money

Seed Round in 2022
Fluidity Money is a blockchain incentive platform that rewards users with yields for using their cryptocurrency. It seeks to solve DeFi's utility problem by introducing a novel incentive mechanism that rewards users for on-chain transactions. Users can wrap stablecoins in Fluidity in exchange for the fluid counterpart of that stablecoin. This can be USDC, for example, which becomes fUSDC. This works with a variety of stablecoins, including DAI, USDT, and Frax. The yield distributed via transactions is derived from lending out the underlying assets on money markets. When USDC is wrapped, fUSDC is created, and the principal is lent out.

Spindl

Seed Round in 2022
Spindl is a developer of a blockchain-based attribution system that assists businesses in enhancing user growth through intelligent data analysis. The platform offers insights into customer behavior, retention rates, and return on investment related to token drops. Additionally, it evaluates customer acquisition costs in relation to advertising spend and wallet conversion rates. By providing comprehensive analytics, Spindl enables companies to make informed marketing decisions within the web3 landscape.

Hubble Protocol

Venture Round in 2022
Hubble Protocol is a decentralized financial platform that facilitates long-term borrowing, lending, and the creation of structured financial products. It aims to democratize access to decentralized finance by offering a range of sustainable financial services. The protocol's software supports multi-asset collateral and enables zero-interest borrowing, allowing users to leverage yield-bearing assets for loans. Additionally, Hubble enhances yield generation on deposits of various tokens, providing clients with optimized financial opportunities while minimizing costs associated with loans.

Clockwork

Seed Round in 2022
Clockwork is a developer of a decentralized automation network platform that facilitates the scheduling of tasks and the automation of on-chain workflows directly with the Solana validator network. Its platform functions as an on-chain task queue, allowing users to schedule instructions for signing and validation based on a predetermined timeline. Clockwork aims to create a system where on-chain programs can independently schedule background tasks, thereby enabling customers to utilize automated products for various blockchain applications, including decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) tools and payment processing solutions.

Geode Finance

Seed Round in 2022
Geode Finance is a first of its kind white label liquid staking solution, tailor-made for DAOs.

Community Gaming

Series A in 2022
Community Gaming is an esports competition platform that provides advanced online tournament software and a cryptocurrency payment infrastructure. The platform is designed to support players, event organizers, and game developers by equipping them with the necessary tools to create, facilitate, and participate in automated esports tournaments. With a focus on user experience and scalable blockchain payment technology, Community Gaming aims to decentralize the financial gains of the esports and gaming industry, making them more accessible to a broader audience through web3 technology. This approach promotes the idea of "Earnings for Everyone," ensuring that participants are rewarded for their engagement and contributions within the gaming ecosystem.

Fractal

Seed Round in 2022
Fractal is an in-game asset and virtual world marketplace where users may find, purchase, and sell gaming NFTs. Fractal is headquartered in Solana, United States and was founded in 2021.

DFlow

Seed Round in 2022
DFlow is a payment-for-order-flow marketplace that provides transparent and market-driven price discovery for order flow. They provide a decentralized market platform to ensure the most optimal execution environment for consumers. The market-driven approach to PFOF used by DFlow allows the public to see live market prices for token pairs.

Coinbooks

Seed Round in 2022
Coinbooks is a San Francisco-based accounting software startup that provides solutions for businesses utilizing digital assets. The platform integrates with cryptocurrency wallets and existing accounting systems, allowing companies to manage both crypto and non-crypto transactions in a single interface. Coinbooks automates payroll, billing, and bookkeeping, streamlining financial processes for crypto businesses. Through its AutoPilot feature, Coinbooks regularly synchronizes transactions with conventional fiat accounting solutions, enabling users to handle their finances in a manner akin to traditional accounting without the complexities associated with cryptocurrency.

Helium

Series D in 2022
Helium is an internet-of-things developer platform for building the network and transferring IoT device data. The platform builds the peer-to-peer wireless network to simplify connecting anything to the internet by rewarding anyone to become a network operator. It provides wireless coverage for low-power Internet of Things (IoT) devices and earns a new cryptocurrency, Helium, from your living room. Helium tokens by verifying network transactions, adding new blocks to the blockchain, and performing other tasks. The Proof-of-Coverage is a unique work algorithm that uses radio waves to validate that hotspots are providing legitimate wireless coverage.

Fluence Labs

Series A in 2022
Fluence is an open-source, public, blockchain-based decentralized database platform. It connects computing devices into the network running managed database services and generalized backends, all the while using a cryptographic token as a digital payment system.

Galxe

Series A in 2022
Galxe is a prominent Web3 credential data network that provides a collaborative infrastructure for brands and developers to engage communities and create innovative products in the decentralized web. The company offers a modular platform that facilitates the creation, distribution, and gamification of non-fungible tokens, utilizing customized on-chain data. By rewarding curators for the use of credentials within its infrastructure and credential oracle engine, Galxe fosters a participatory environment where developers and community members can construct engaging experiences. Its platform allows for the development of tailored campaigns through plug-and-play modules, enhancing the capability of users to interact with decentralized credential data networks effectively.

FTX US Derivatives

Series A in 2022
FTX US is a bitcoin options exchange designed to assist both individual traders and institutions in trading. FTX US allows users to trade a variety of digital assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and Dogecoin. The company was founded by Sam Bankman-Fried and Gary Wang in 2020 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Metaplex

Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Metaplex is a developer of an NFT-based platform that facilitates creators and brands in establishing direct relationships with their audiences. It offers core infrastructure for non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on the Solana blockchain, which includes the primary standard for NFTs and the largest NFT minting platform. The platform enables artists and creators to easily launch self-hosted NFT storefronts using user-friendly drag-and-drop tools that connect directly to the blockchain, thereby minimizing minting costs. With over $3.7 billion in gross merchandise volume to date and a significant waiting list for its no-code launch platform, Metaplex is positioned as a key player in the NFT ecosystem.

Burnt

Series A in 2022
Burnt Finance operates as a decentralized NFT auction protocol that facilitates the minting and trading of digital assets within a permissionless ecosystem. It aims to address the barriers that hinder the broader adoption of cryptocurrency by creating an inclusive infrastructure. The protocol not only serves as an auction house for digital assets but also supports fundraising, collections, and staking activities. By providing high-speed and low-cost services, Burnt Finance enhances the user experience in the Web3 space, collaborating with like-minded organizations to develop tools and products that promote cultural integration and functionality in the crypto domain.

Torus Labs

Series A in 2022
Web3Auth is a platform that simplifies cryptographic key management for users and applications in the Web3 space. By allowing users to authenticate using familiar methods such as Google, Facebook, or passwordless logins, Web3Auth abstracts the complexities of managing private keys. This approach not only enhances user experience but also promotes self-sovereignty by making key management accessible to a broader audience. Additionally, the company employs a decentralized key generation system that ensures user keys are distributed with proof mechanisms to safeguard against malicious activities. This enables secure control over transactions through private channels, reinforcing the platform's commitment to user security and empowerment in the digital asset landscape.

Exotic Markets

Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Exotic Markets operates a decentralized finance platform built on the Solana blockchain, aiming to democratize investment opportunities for all investors. The company focuses on providing wealth management solutions and structured products that are typically associated with traditional banking, thereby making them accessible in the decentralized finance landscape. Through its innovative offerings, Exotic Markets allows users to engage with flexible structured products that cater to various investment strategies, including baskets of tokens, trading ranges, and capital preservation mechanisms. This approach helps investors diversify their portfolios and enhance their returns while utilizing straightforward and sustainable financial products.

Solscan

Seed Round in 2021
Solscan is a full-suite block explorer and data analytics platform focusing on the Solana ecosystem. Solscan provides a vast range of data services for users, developers, and projects.

RNDR Token

Initial Coin Offering in 2021
RNDR is OTOY’s token based rendering network. It enables distributed GPU rendering on the blockchain, using OctaneRender which is the world’s first and fastest GPU-accelerated, unbiased, physically correct renderer. Octane uses the graphics card in networked computers to render photo-realistic images super fast. With Octane’s parallel compute capabilities, users can render works in a fraction of the time, and at a better cost than centralized services. RNDR is currently the fund’s only pure utility token investment — in a use case where the token is actually delivering utility in a network, using proven technology to deliver a service with a real and strong market.

CyberConnect

Seed Round in 2021
CyberConnect is a decentralized social graph protocol with identity sovereignty for mass adoption and network effects.

BetDEX

Seed Round in 2021
BetDEX is the decentralized sports betting protocol. BetDEX delivers high speeds and low transaction costs while eliminating counterparty risk. BetDEX is a permissionless protocol allowing anyone to build their own applications on top.

Beta Finance

Venture Round in 2021
Beta Finance is a permissionless money market protocol for lending, borrowing, and short-selling crypto assets. It aims to offset crypto volatility and bring market stability. Its one-click solution enables traders without technical know-how to manage and update their short positions on any token with all relevant token information directly available on the interface to guide their decision.

Drift

Seed Round in 2021
Drift Protocol is a developer of a decentralized derivatives exchange that focuses on providing on-chain, cross-margined perpetual futures trading on the Solana blockchain. The platform aims to enhance the efficiency of trading futures through an upgraded decentralized system that features a new pegging mechanism. This innovation allows users to adjust liquidity based on market demand and open interest, thereby improving the overall trading experience. Drift Protocol's approach positions its exchange as a competitive option for margin trading within the decentralized finance space.

WorldCoin

Venture Round in 2021
World is a company that connects users through a privacy-focused network designed for secure digital asset management. It offers a digital currency platform that emphasizes both privacy and transparency using a permissionless blockchain. The World App enables users to securely store their World ID, manage digital assets, and access various Mini Apps, promoting global connectivity and trust. Additionally, World provides an iris-scanning device that enhances digital identity security by storing biometric information, which helps discourage spammers from creating multiple accounts. This combination of secure identity management and digital currency aims to facilitate a reliable and user-friendly digital environment.

MCDEX

Venture Round in 2021
Fully permissionless protocol for decentralized perpetual swaps

Strips Finance

Initial Coin Offering in 2021
STRIPS was designed to allow users to trade, speculate, and hedge interest rates. STRIPS cutting edge AMM technology allows for cross-chain yield markets on the most popular DeFi and CeFi platforms.

Swivel Finance

Series A in 2021
Swivel Finance is a decentralized protocol that specializes in fixed-rate lending and tokenized cash flows, allowing lenders to secure fixed-rate interest rates on their ERC-20 tokens. Founded in 2020 and based in Austin, Texas, the company has developed an online lending platform that minimizes transaction overhead and reduces associated risks for users. By providing a mechanism for locking in interest rates, Swivel Finance aims to enhance the stability and predictability of returns in the decentralized finance sector.

Audius

Venture Round in 2021
Audius, Inc. is a music streaming platform that leverages blockchain technology to create a decentralized community where artists, developers, and listeners can collaborate and share music. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Audius enables artists to securely register their creative works and generate immutable records on its network. This decentralized approach ensures that metadata attribution is safe, verifiable, and transparent, allowing creators to connect directly with their audience without intermediaries. The platform offers features such as audio file hosting, streaming, and a creator dashboard, enabling artists to earn royalties instantly as consumers engage with their content. Audius also allows users to discover new music and verify authenticity through a transparent system. By automating payments and licensing agreements, Audius aims to empower artists while providing a seamless experience for listeners.

UXD Protocol

Seed Round in 2021
UXD Protocol is an algorithmic stable coin that automatically generates interest and is minted on the Solana blockchain.

Alethea AI

Funding Round in 2021
Alethea AI is a decentralized protocol focused on the development of intelligent and interactive non-fungible tokens (NFTs) powered by advanced artificial intelligence technologies. The company has pioneered the iNFT standard, which allows for the creation of photorealistic avatars capable of animation and interaction. Through its multimedia platform, Alethea AI enables users to generate high-quality synthetic media while ensuring digital rights management through blockchain technology. This framework empowers creators to publish AI-generated characters and monetize their content by fulfilling requests from buyers, positioning Alethea AI at the forefront of the evolving intersection of AI and digital assets.

Dune Analytics

Series A in 2021
Dune Analytics AS, founded in 2018 by Fredrik Haga and Mats Olsen, is based in Oslo, Norway, and specializes in providing an analytics platform focused on Ethereum blockchain data. The company offers a powerful tool that enables users to query, extract, and visualize extensive amounts of on-chain data. Its software allows anyone to create SQL queries and analyses, instantly transforming results into visual graphs that can be shared within the community. This accessibility makes complex blockchain data consumable for a broad range of users, facilitating insights and research within the crypto space.

Helium

Initial Coin Offering in 2021
Helium is an internet-of-things developer platform for building the network and transferring IoT device data. The platform builds the peer-to-peer wireless network to simplify connecting anything to the internet by rewarding anyone to become a network operator. It provides wireless coverage for low-power Internet of Things (IoT) devices and earns a new cryptocurrency, Helium, from your living room. Helium tokens by verifying network transactions, adding new blocks to the blockchain, and performing other tasks. The Proof-of-Coverage is a unique work algorithm that uses radio waves to validate that hotspots are providing legitimate wireless coverage.

Saber Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Saber Labs is the cross-chain stablecoin and wrapped assets exchange on Solana.

Superfluid Finance

Seed Round in 2021
Superfluid Finance is on a mission to transform the way assets move in decentralized finance.

Community Gaming

Seed Round in 2021
Community Gaming is an esports competition platform that provides advanced online tournament software and a cryptocurrency payment infrastructure. The platform is designed to support players, event organizers, and game developers by equipping them with the necessary tools to create, facilitate, and participate in automated esports tournaments. With a focus on user experience and scalable blockchain payment technology, Community Gaming aims to decentralize the financial gains of the esports and gaming industry, making them more accessible to a broader audience through web3 technology. This approach promotes the idea of "Earnings for Everyone," ensuring that participants are rewarded for their engagement and contributions within the gaming ecosystem.

Solana

Initial Coin Offering in 2021
Solana is a cryptocurrency startup focused on developing a decentralized blockchain platform for applications and marketplaces. The Solana network is supported by thousands of independent nodes, which enhances its security and resistance to censorship. The platform utilizes a unique proof of history mechanism that allows for concurrent parallel processing, resulting in high-speed, low-latency, and cost-effective transactions. This architecture enables users to efficiently scale their operations without the need for sharding, making it suitable for a wide range of decentralized applications.

Burnt

Venture Round in 2021
Burnt Finance operates as a decentralized NFT auction protocol that facilitates the minting and trading of digital assets within a permissionless ecosystem. It aims to address the barriers that hinder the broader adoption of cryptocurrency by creating an inclusive infrastructure. The protocol not only serves as an auction house for digital assets but also supports fundraising, collections, and staking activities. By providing high-speed and low-cost services, Burnt Finance enhances the user experience in the Web3 space, collaborating with like-minded organizations to develop tools and products that promote cultural integration and functionality in the crypto domain.

Coin98

Seed Round in 2021
Coin98 is a Crypto-focused software company.

dClimate

Seed Round in 2021
dClimate is a decentralized marketplace designed to standardize, monetize, and distribute climate data, forecasts, and models. By connecting data publishers directly with consumers, dClimate enhances the accessibility and reliability of climate information. The platform scores data for reliability when providers share their forecasts, allowing users to make informed decisions based on trustworthy information. This innovative approach creates a straightforward distribution mechanism that enables data providers to monetize their work while supporting a uniform architecture that ensures data immutability. dClimate serves a diverse range of users, including businesses, farmers, multinational corporations, and governments, facilitating timely, data-driven decision-making in the face of climate challenges.

MCDEX

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Fully permissionless protocol for decentralized perpetual swaps

Sommelier

Seed Round in 2021
Sommelier consists of the Cosmos Stargate SDK, its Tendermint-based consensus layer and a decentralized, bi-directional Ethereum bridge, managed by a global network of validators. Liquidity Providers (LPs) will be able to use Sommelier to author and execute complex, automated financial transactions, such as portfolio rebalancing, limit orders, as well as a host of other features that token holders have come to expect from centralized finance (CeFi), but that are not currently available in DeFi.

OpenOcean

Seed Round in 2021
OpenOcean is a decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator that provides a platform for cryptocurrency trading. It offers a comprehensive range of products, including price comparisons between centralized exchanges (CEX) and decentralized exchanges (DEX). The platform employs an intelligent routing algorithm to optimize swap pricing, ensuring users achieve maximum returns on their transactions. By facilitating one-stop transactions, OpenOcean enables users to trade assets more efficiently and at lower costs, positioning itself as a valuable resource for cryptocurrency traders seeking to enhance their trading experience.

saffron.finance

Seed Round in 2021
Saffron.finance is a protocol for DeFi that offers asset collateralization and customized risk.

Oxygen.org

Venture Round in 2021
Oxygen.org is a decentralized premier brokerage protocol.

Manta Network

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Manta Network is focused on creating a secure and interoperable digital ecosystem utilizing Zero-Knowledge technology. It operates a decentralized exchange platform designed to safeguard user privacy and prevent activity tracking. The platform is built on substrate frameworks, offering an easy-to-use and secure protocol that ensures end-to-end anonymity. With capabilities for high throughput and cross-chain interoperability, Manta Network provides customers with a reliable environment for exchanging data securely.

Manta Network

Seed Round in 2021
Manta Network is focused on creating a secure and interoperable digital ecosystem utilizing Zero-Knowledge technology. It operates a decentralized exchange platform designed to safeguard user privacy and prevent activity tracking. The platform is built on substrate frameworks, offering an easy-to-use and secure protocol that ensures end-to-end anonymity. With capabilities for high throughput and cross-chain interoperability, Manta Network provides customers with a reliable environment for exchanging data securely.

Swivel Finance

Seed Round in 2020
Swivel Finance is a decentralized protocol that specializes in fixed-rate lending and tokenized cash flows, allowing lenders to secure fixed-rate interest rates on their ERC-20 tokens. Founded in 2020 and based in Austin, Texas, the company has developed an online lending platform that minimizes transaction overhead and reduces associated risks for users. By providing a mechanism for locking in interest rates, Swivel Finance aims to enhance the stability and predictability of returns in the decentralized finance sector.

MathWallet

Series A in 2020
MathWallet is a multi-platform crypto wallet that supports more than 50 public blockchains and enables storage of Bitcoin and major altcoins like Ethereum, EOS, Tron and more. Additionally, it features cross-chain token exchanges, a multi-chain DApp store and operates nodes for PoS chain.

Braintrust

Venture Round in 2020
Braintrust is a blockchain-based freelancer marketplace that connects technical and design professionals with organizations seeking their expertise. Founded in 2018 in San Jose, California, by Adam Jackson, Gabriel Luna-Ostaseski, and Brian Flynn, Braintrust offers a user-controlled talent network that eliminates intermediaries, allowing companies to save significantly on hiring costs. The platform enables direct connections between enterprises and highly skilled talent, ensuring that freelancers retain 100 percent of their earnings while the company charges a flat 10 percent project fee. Braintrust aims to disrupt traditional hiring practices by creating a transparent and efficient ecosystem that aligns the interests of both talent and organizations, facilitating access to the right professionals based on verified reputations and work histories.

Dune Analytics

Seed Round in 2020
Dune Analytics AS, founded in 2018 by Fredrik Haga and Mats Olsen, is based in Oslo, Norway, and specializes in providing an analytics platform focused on Ethereum blockchain data. The company offers a powerful tool that enables users to query, extract, and visualize extensive amounts of on-chain data. Its software allows anyone to create SQL queries and analyses, instantly transforming results into visual graphs that can be shared within the community. This accessibility makes complex blockchain data consumable for a broad range of users, facilitating insights and research within the crypto space.

Perpetual Protocol

Seed Round in 2020
Perpetual Protocol is a decentralized perpetual contract trading protocol for every asset.

Stardust

Seed Round in 2020
Stardust is a software platform that assists game developers in creating and managing games within the metaverse, leveraging blockchain technology and integrating non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Stardust offers a user-friendly graphical interface and robust APIs that allow developers to build Web3 games without the need for extensive blockchain knowledge. The platform supports integration with multiple blockchains, enabling developers to streamline their processes and enhance player engagement. Through its tools, Stardust aims to simplify the development of blockchain-based games, making it easier for developers to bring innovative gaming experiences to players.

Audius

Venture Round in 2020
Audius, Inc. is a music streaming platform that leverages blockchain technology to create a decentralized community where artists, developers, and listeners can collaborate and share music. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Audius enables artists to securely register their creative works and generate immutable records on its network. This decentralized approach ensures that metadata attribution is safe, verifiable, and transparent, allowing creators to connect directly with their audience without intermediaries. The platform offers features such as audio file hosting, streaming, and a creator dashboard, enabling artists to earn royalties instantly as consumers engage with their content. Audius also allows users to discover new music and verify authenticity through a transparent system. By automating payments and licensing agreements, Audius aims to empower artists while providing a seamless experience for listeners.

Audius

Venture Round in 2020
Audius, Inc. is a music streaming platform that leverages blockchain technology to create a decentralized community where artists, developers, and listeners can collaborate and share music. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, Audius enables artists to securely register their creative works and generate immutable records on its network. This decentralized approach ensures that metadata attribution is safe, verifiable, and transparent, allowing creators to connect directly with their audience without intermediaries. The platform offers features such as audio file hosting, streaming, and a creator dashboard, enabling artists to earn royalties instantly as consumers engage with their content. Audius also allows users to discover new music and verify authenticity through a transparent system. By automating payments and licensing agreements, Audius aims to empower artists while providing a seamless experience for listeners.

dForce

Seed Round in 2020
dForce is an Integrated Platform for Decentralized Finance Protocols.

Nervos

Initial Coin Offering in 2019
The Nervos Network is an open source public blockchain ecosystem and collection of protocols solving the biggest challenges facing blockchains today. The Nervos CKB (Common Knowledge Base) is the layer 1, proof of work public blockchain protocol of the Nervos Network. Any crypto-asset can be stored, with the security, immutability and permissionless nature of Bitcoin, while enabling smart contracts, layer 2 scaling, and the capture of total network value through a unique crypto-economic "store of value" design and native token, the CKByte. The design of the Nervos Network is a sustainably secure, permissionless and decentralized Layer 1 blockchain that is built to scale with Layer 2 solutions, making Nervos the only PoW, multi-asset, store of value, smart contract platform.

Solana

Series A in 2019
Solana is a cryptocurrency startup focused on developing a decentralized blockchain platform for applications and marketplaces. The Solana network is supported by thousands of independent nodes, which enhances its security and resistance to censorship. The platform utilizes a unique proof of history mechanism that allows for concurrent parallel processing, resulting in high-speed, low-latency, and cost-effective transactions. This architecture enables users to efficiently scale their operations without the need for sharding, making it suitable for a wide range of decentralized applications.

Torus Labs

Seed Round in 2019
Web3Auth is a platform that simplifies cryptographic key management for users and applications in the Web3 space. By allowing users to authenticate using familiar methods such as Google, Facebook, or passwordless logins, Web3Auth abstracts the complexities of managing private keys. This approach not only enhances user experience but also promotes self-sovereignty by making key management accessible to a broader audience. Additionally, the company employs a decentralized key generation system that ensures user keys are distributed with proof mechanisms to safeguard against malicious activities. This enables secure control over transactions through private channels, reinforcing the platform's commitment to user security and empowerment in the digital asset landscape.

Helium

Series C in 2019
Helium is an internet-of-things developer platform for building the network and transferring IoT device data. The platform builds the peer-to-peer wireless network to simplify connecting anything to the internet by rewarding anyone to become a network operator. It provides wireless coverage for low-power Internet of Things (IoT) devices and earns a new cryptocurrency, Helium, from your living room. Helium tokens by verifying network transactions, adding new blocks to the blockchain, and performing other tasks. The Proof-of-Coverage is a unique work algorithm that uses radio waves to validate that hotspots are providing legitimate wireless coverage.

O1Labs

Series A in 2019
O1Labs, founded in 2017, is a blockchain technology company specializing in zero-knowledge cryptography and innovative cryptographic solutions. The company is recognized for its development of the Mina Protocol, which is the first lightweight, scalable, and decentralized blockchain utilizing zero-knowledge proofs. Additionally, O1Labs created o1js, an intuitive framework aimed at simplifying the development of applications using zero-knowledge technology. By enhancing blockchain accessibility, O1Labs provides developers with the tools needed to create user-friendly cryptocurrency applications that operate seamlessly in web browsers. The company's mission is to foster a new generation of applications driven by zero-knowledge cryptography.

Tagomi

Venture Round in 2019
Tagomi is a cryptocurrency trading platform that focuses on enhancing trade execution for its clients, allowing them to retain a greater portion of their returns. The platform employs advanced routing techniques and execution algorithms to analyze both real-time and historical data, which aids in determining optimal trading strategies. This approach not only facilitates access to priced liquidity and low commissions but also aims to minimize trading costs. By leveraging sophisticated technology, Tagomi strives to deliver improved trading outcomes for its users.

The Graph

Seed Round in 2019
The Graph is an indexing protocol designed for querying data from blockchain networks such as Ethereum and IPFS, facilitating the development of decentralized applications (dApps). Developers can create and publish open APIs, known as subgraphs, which can be queried using GraphQL to access blockchain data. Currently, The Graph supports data indexing from Ethereum, IPFS, and POA, with plans to incorporate additional networks. It offers a hosted service to assist developers in building on the platform, while a decentralized network is set to launch soon. As of late 2020, over 3,000 subgraphs had been deployed by thousands of developers for various dApps, including Uniswap, Synthetix, and Decentraland. The Graph has experienced significant growth, with its usage increasing substantially month over month. To support its development, The Graph has raised funding from a broad range of community members and venture capitalists, totaling around $25 million.

StarkWare Industries

Series A in 2018
StarkWare Industries Ltd is a technology company based in Netanya, Israel, established in 2017. The company specializes in developing software and hardware solutions focused on the generation and verification of computational integrity proofs. Its primary offering, known as STARK, is a zero-knowledge proof protocol that enhances privacy in blockchain applications, increases transaction throughput, and enables off-chain computation. StarkWare Industries aims to create a comprehensive proof stack to facilitate secure and efficient computational processes across various applications.

DFINITY

Venture Round in 2018
DFINITY Foundation is a not-for-profit organization based in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional offices in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2016, it focuses on developing the Internet Computer, a decentralized cloud platform designed to facilitate the creation and hosting of web applications. The foundation is a key contributor to the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP), which enables independent data centers to collaborate and provide secure, serverless cloud functionality. DFINITY also offers the Canister software development kit (SDK) to assist users in building applications on this platform. By leveraging blockchain technology, DFINITY aims to simplify the development of sophisticated web applications, allowing non-technical users to create and manage these tools through natural language interactions. This vision seeks to transform the internet into a decentralized "World Computer," enhancing security and promoting the adoption of Web3 technologies. The foundation operates research centers in multiple locations, including Palo Alto and Shanghai, driving innovation within its ecosystem.

Nervos

Series A in 2018
The Nervos Network is an open source public blockchain ecosystem and collection of protocols solving the biggest challenges facing blockchains today. The Nervos CKB (Common Knowledge Base) is the layer 1, proof of work public blockchain protocol of the Nervos Network. Any crypto-asset can be stored, with the security, immutability and permissionless nature of Bitcoin, while enabling smart contracts, layer 2 scaling, and the capture of total network value through a unique crypto-economic "store of value" design and native token, the CKByte. The design of the Nervos Network is a sustainably secure, permissionless and decentralized Layer 1 blockchain that is built to scale with Layer 2 solutions, making Nervos the only PoW, multi-asset, store of value, smart contract platform.

RightMesh

Initial Coin Offering in 2018
RightMesh is a software-based mobile mesh networking platform that facilitates last-mile connectivity by enabling direct peer-to-peer connections between devices. Utilizing its patent-pending technology, RightMesh allows users to establish mobile mesh networks, connecting Android phones and IoT devices without the need for traditional internet access. The platform incentivizes resource sharing through a cryptocurrency protocol, encouraging individuals to share mobile device resources such as bandwidth, data, and storage with those who lack access. Developers can integrate RightMesh technology into their applications using the provided SDK, thereby enhancing global connectivity and promoting international communication and commerce.

Kadena

Funding Round in 2018
Kadena LLC, established in 2016 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, specializes in private and permissioned blockchain technology solutions. The company has developed a hybrid blockchain platform that combines the benefits of public and private networks, featuring a unique sharded and scalable layer-1 proof-of-work public network. Kadena's technology addresses the scaling challenges of Bitcoin and the security concerns associated with Ethereum. Central to its offerings is the ScalableBFT consensus protocol, which is inspired by the Tangaroa protocol, and Pact, a programming language designed for implementing transactional logic and executing business operations. Kadena also emphasizes privacy through its blockchain settings that prevent unauthorized access to transaction details. With partnerships that include notable entities such as Cosmos and USCF, Kadena aims to provide a comprehensive platform for decentralized data sharing and transactions.

Kadena

Seed Round in 2018
Kadena LLC, established in 2016 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, specializes in private and permissioned blockchain technology solutions. The company has developed a hybrid blockchain platform that combines the benefits of public and private networks, featuring a unique sharded and scalable layer-1 proof-of-work public network. Kadena's technology addresses the scaling challenges of Bitcoin and the security concerns associated with Ethereum. Central to its offerings is the ScalableBFT consensus protocol, which is inspired by the Tangaroa protocol, and Pact, a programming language designed for implementing transactional logic and executing business operations. Kadena also emphasizes privacy through its blockchain settings that prevent unauthorized access to transaction details. With partnerships that include notable entities such as Cosmos and USCF, Kadena aims to provide a comprehensive platform for decentralized data sharing and transactions.

Tari Labs

Seed Round in 2018
Tari Labs, LLC is a company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in developing a decentralized blockchain protocol focused on digital assets. Founded in 2018, its platform allows users to manage, utilize, and transfer various digital assets, including tickets, loyalty points, and virtual goods. Tari Labs also offers Aurora, a mobile payment wallet that facilitates the transfer of digital currency. The company aims to provide a user-friendly environment for creating digitally scarce items, empowering individuals and businesses to explore new opportunities within the digital asset landscape. By offering customizable templates and rulesets, Tari Labs enables customers to leverage its blockchain protocol effectively.

O1Labs

Seed Round in 2018
O1Labs, founded in 2017, is a blockchain technology company specializing in zero-knowledge cryptography and innovative cryptographic solutions. The company is recognized for its development of the Mina Protocol, which is the first lightweight, scalable, and decentralized blockchain utilizing zero-knowledge proofs. Additionally, O1Labs created o1js, an intuitive framework aimed at simplifying the development of applications using zero-knowledge technology. By enhancing blockchain accessibility, O1Labs provides developers with the tools needed to create user-friendly cryptocurrency applications that operate seamlessly in web browsers. The company's mission is to foster a new generation of applications driven by zero-knowledge cryptography.

The Graph

The Graph is an indexing protocol designed for querying data from blockchain networks such as Ethereum and IPFS, facilitating the development of decentralized applications (dApps). Developers can create and publish open APIs, known as subgraphs, which can be queried using GraphQL to access blockchain data. Currently, The Graph supports data indexing from Ethereum, IPFS, and POA, with plans to incorporate additional networks. It offers a hosted service to assist developers in building on the platform, while a decentralized network is set to launch soon. As of late 2020, over 3,000 subgraphs had been deployed by thousands of developers for various dApps, including Uniswap, Synthetix, and Decentraland. The Graph has experienced significant growth, with its usage increasing substantially month over month. To support its development, The Graph has raised funding from a broad range of community members and venture capitalists, totaling around $25 million.
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