
Bloccelerate VC
Description
Bloccelerate VC is a Seattle-based venture capital firm established in 2018, dedicated to investing in blockchain and Web3 companies globally. The firm primarily targets early-stage opportunities, focusing on seed and Series A rounds. Bloccelerate's investment thesis centers on supporting foundational technologies and innovative applications within the decentralized ecosystem, including infrastructure, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), blockchain gaming, and metaverse projects. Their global reach allows them to identify promising startups across various geographies, providing capital and strategic guidance to help these companies scale.
The firm has raised multiple funds, including Bloccelerate VC Fund II, which aimed for a target of $100 million to deploy into the burgeoning Web3 space. This capital is typically deployed in initial checks ranging from $500,000 up to $5 million, depending on the stage of the company and the specific needs of the funding round. Bloccelerate positions itself as more than just a capital provider, offering portfolio companies access to a robust network of industry experts, potential partners, and follow-on investors.
Bloccelerate VC emphasizes a hands-on approach, leveraging its team's deep expertise in blockchain technology and venture capital to support its portfolio companies through critical growth phases. Their commitment extends beyond financial investment, often involving mentorship and operational support to help founders navigate the complexities of building and scaling in the rapidly evolving Web3 landscape. The firm's consistent focus since its inception in 2018 underscores its long-term belief in the transformative potential of decentralized technologies.
Investor Profile
Bloccelerate VC has backed more than 31 startups, with 8 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 6% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Switzerland, Germany.
- Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, FinTech.
- Typical check size: $500K – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (39%)
- Seed (35%)
- Series B (10%)
- Series Unknown (10%)
- Pre Seed (6%)
Country Focus
- United States (58%)
- Switzerland (16%)
- Germany (3%)
- South Africa (3%)
- Belgium (3%)
- Israel (3%)
Industry Focus
- Blockchain
- Cryptocurrency
- Fintech
- Financial Services
- Web3
- Decentralized Finance (Defi)
- Software
- Finance
- Developer Platform
- Information Technology
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