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Axia8 Ventures

Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai

Description

Axia8 Ventures is a prominent multi-strategy venture capital firm based in Shanghai, China, with a dedicated focus on the burgeoning blockchain and digital asset ecosystem. Established in 2021, the firm quickly positioned itself as a key player in the Web3 space, identifying and backing innovative projects from their nascent stages. Their investment thesis centers on supporting the foundational infrastructure and disruptive applications that are shaping the future of decentralized technologies.

The firm's investment scope spans early-stage blockchain projects, typically ranging from seed to Series A funding rounds. Axia8 Ventures strategically deploys capital across a diverse array of sectors within the digital asset landscape, including critical infrastructure, decentralized finance (DeFi), GameFi, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and broader Web3 applications. Beyond mere capital injection, Axia8 emphasizes providing strategic guidance, leveraging its extensive global network, and fostering ecosystem development to accelerate the growth and adoption of its portfolio companies.

Axia8 Ventures has demonstrated a robust investment pace, accumulating a significant portfolio of over 50 investments since its inception. This extensive portfolio underscores their commitment to identifying high-potential ventures and contributing to the maturation of the blockchain industry. Their typical first check sizes align with their early-stage focus, often ranging from approximately $250,000 for promising seed-stage projects to around $3,000,000 for more developed Series A opportunities, reflecting their capacity to make meaningful contributions to early funding rounds.

The firm's approach is characterized by a hands-on methodology, aiming to build long-term partnerships with founders. By providing not only financial backing but also operational support, industry connections, and strategic insights, Axia8 Ventures strives to enhance the success rate of its portfolio companies. Their global outlook and deep understanding of both traditional venture capital principles and the unique dynamics of the digital asset market make them a significant partner for blockchain innovators worldwide.

Investor Profile

Axia8 Ventures has backed more than 48 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 4% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Singapore, United States, Vietnam.
  • Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Financial Services.
  • Typical check size: $250K – $3M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (54%)
  • Series Unknown (21%)
  • Series A (8%)
  • Initial Coin Offering (8%)
  • Pre Seed (4%)
  • Angel (2%)
  • Non Equity Assistance (2%)

Country Focus

  • Singapore (25%)
  • United States (21%)
  • Vietnam (8%)
  • Taiwan (6%)
  • United Kingdom (6%)
  • Switzerland (4%)
  • Hong Kong (4%)
  • Liberia (2%)
  • Estonia (2%)
  • Romania (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Blockchain
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Financial Services
  • Fintech
  • Software
  • Web3
  • Information Technology
  • Gaming
  • Metaverse
  • Finance
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Axia8 Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Spark Digital Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 6
SkyVision Capital
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Co-Investments: 6
GBV Capital
North America, Midland, Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman
Co-Investments: 11
LD Capital
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 10
NGC Ventures
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 10
Animoca Brands
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Cyberport
Co-Investments: 10
AU21 Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 10
Genblock Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 8
MEXC Global
Africa, Beau Vallon, Seychelles, Mahé
Co-Investments: 6
Krypital Group
North America, Midland, Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman
Co-Investments: 23

Which angels does Axia8 Ventures often collaborate with?

Shared Deals: 2
Heslin Kim
Asia, South Korea
Shared Deals: 1
MK
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Shared Deals: 1
PG
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
JD
North America, Texas, United States, San Antonio
Shared Deals: 2
BG
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Shared Deals: 1
SR
Europe, Monaco
Shared Deals: 3
RD
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Shared Deals: 1
PK
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
RM
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Axia8 Ventures?

Ink Finance

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Ink Finance is a financial SaaS that supports on-chain issuance, settlement, clearing, and analysis of Non-Fungible financial products.

BlockchainFinancial ServicesFinTechMetaverseSaaSWeb3
SeedJun 7, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
Raiinmaker

Santa Monica, California, United States

Raiinmaker is a social engagement platform that helps communities and projects work together.

CommunitiesInformation TechnologyMarketing AutomationMobile AppsSocial Media
SeedApr 3, 2024
Amount Raised: $7,500,000
Conductive.ai

Central, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

Conductive.ai creates software for game developers to reward player engagement.

Information TechnologySoftware
SeedAug 2, 2023
Ambrus Studio

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Ambrus Studio develops games and a metaverse to connect player communities from all over the world.

GamingMetaverse
Initial Coin OfferingJul 28, 2022
Amount Raised: $65,000,000
Joyn

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Joyn is a collaborative platform designed to support the large-scale co-creation of Web3 media.

AdvertisingMedia and EntertainmentWeb3
SeedApr 7, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,500,000
Kyoko.finance

Japan, Jawa Tengah, Indonesia

Kyoko is a cross-chain GameFi NFT lending market for guilds and players.

Financial Services
SeedMar 6, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,600,000
IQ Labs

Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia

IQ Labs coordinates the decentralized development of novel frameworks and protocols in the DeFi space.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyTrading PlatformVirtual Currency
SeedMar 3, 2022
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
Bware Labs

Bucharest, Bucuresti, Romania

Empowering Web3 Development

BlockchainCloud InfrastructureCryptocurrencySoftware EngineeringWeb3
Series AFeb 23, 2022
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
Jambo

Congo Town, Grand Cape Mount, Liberia

Jambo focuses on empowering digital transformation through the promotion and adoption of Web3 technologies.

AppsBlockchainCryptocurrencyWeb3
SeedFeb 21, 2022
Amount Raised: $7,500,000
Colizeum

Zug, Zug, Switzerland

Colizeum is a gaming platform that will house a variety of games and applications and operate as a user funnel similar to Steam.

AppsBlockchainGamingInternet
Series AJan 26, 2022
Amount Raised: $8,400,000