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Blockchain Founders Fund

Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore

Description

Blockchain Founders Fund (BFF) is a Singapore-based early-stage venture capital firm dedicated to investing in promising blockchain and Web3 startups worldwide. Established with a global outlook, BFF primarily targets companies operating in cutting-edge sectors such as Decentralized Finance (DeFi), GameFi, the Metaverse, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), and core blockchain infrastructure. The fund positions itself as a key enabler for the next generation of decentralized technologies, actively seeking out innovative teams and disruptive concepts across various geographies.

BFF's investment strategy is centered on early-stage opportunities, specifically targeting pre-seed to seed rounds. They are known for their hands-on approach, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance, operational support, and access to their extensive network within the blockchain ecosystem. Their typical first cheque size ranges from $100,000 to $500,000, indicating a focus on foundational investments that help startups establish their initial product and market fit. This targeted investment range allows them to support a diverse portfolio of nascent projects.

In a significant development, Blockchain Founders Fund successfully closed its second fund at $75 million in 2022, underscoring investor confidence in their thesis and execution within the rapidly evolving Web3 space. This substantial capital pool enables BFF to continue its aggressive investment pace and provide follow-on funding to its most promising portfolio companies. With a portfolio that already spans over 100 companies, BFF demonstrates a robust commitment to fostering innovation and growth across the global blockchain landscape.

Investor Profile

Blockchain Founders Fund has backed more than 100 startups, with 14 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 18 rounds, about 18% of its total and boasts 7 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Singapore, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Web3.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $100K – $500K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (61%)
  • Pre Seed (22%)
  • Series A (5%)
  • Series Unknown (5%)
  • Initial Coin Offering (2%)
  • Series B (2%)
  • Convertible Note (1%)
  • Angel (1%)
  • Undisclosed (1%)

Country Focus

  • United States (35%)
  • Singapore (9%)
  • United Kingdom (9%)
  • Switzerland (7%)
  • India (5%)
  • France (3%)
  • China (3%)
  • New Zealand (3%)
  • United Arab Emirates (2%)
  • Austria (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Blockchain
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Web3
  • Fintech
  • Information Technology
  • Finance
  • Financial Services
  • Decentralized Finance (Defi)
  • Software
  • Gaming
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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 Blockchain Founders Fund frequently co-invest with?

Borderless Capital
North America, Georgia, United States, Atlanta
Co-Investments: 5
Hyperithm
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 5
Cadenza Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 4
TechMeetsTrader
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 7
GSR
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 4
MH Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 6
Animoca Brands
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Cyberport
Co-Investments: 8
Side Door Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 14
Polygon
Asia, Karnataka, India, Bengaluru
Co-Investments: 4
TK
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does Blockchain Founders Fund often collaborate with?

SB
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 2
Shared Deals: 1
GB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
PT
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
Aly Madhavji
Asia, Singapore
Shared Deals: 3
CG
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
AS
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
DCF GOD
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
SB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
AV
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Blockchain Founders Fund?

Freename

Wollerau, Schwyz, Switzerland

Freename is the most innovative Domain Registrar, bridging Web2 and Web3 to redefine digital identity ownership and management.

BlockchainDomain RegistrarWeb3
Series AJul 22, 2025
Amount Raised: $6,500,000

Velvet.Capital is an intent-based DeFi Operating System that helps launch & manage on-chain funds & structured products.

Asset ManagementBlockchainCryptocurrencyFinTechSaaS
SeedJul 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,700,000
Metafide

Miami, Florida, United States

Metafide offers AI-driven predictive games and trading execution.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Asset ManagementDecentralized Finance (DeFi)FinanceFinTechGamificationGamingMachine LearningSoftwareTrading Platform
SeedJul 1, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,275,000
Sphinx

Denver, Colorado, United States

Sphinx offers a platform for trading real world assets using perpetual swaps.

Financial ServicesFinTechSoftware
Pre SeedJun 24, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
M10

London, England, United Kingdom

Next-gen video game publisher and developer creating truly fresh multiplayer games with player driven economies.

Console GamesGamingOnline GamesPC GamesVideo Games
SeedMar 12, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Validation Cloud

Zug, Zug, Switzerland

Validation Cloud is a Web3 data x AI company that connects organizations into Web3 through a fast, scalable, and intelligent platform.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)BlockchainCloud InfrastructureCryptocurrencyData IntegrationSaaSWeb3
Series AMar 6, 2025
Amount Raised: $15,000,000

Unit is created by a group of down-to-earth passionate individuals focused on building a decentralized collaborative economy.

BlockchainFinancial ExchangesInformation TechnologyInternetWeb3
Series UnknownFeb 20, 2025
Amount Raised: $18,000,000
Silencio Network LLC

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Decentralised global Noise Data Collection and distribution

Big DataBlockchainCryptocurrencyDatabase
SeedDec 18, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
Symmio

Diego Garcia, NA - British Indian Ocean Territory, British Indian Ocean Territory

Symmio is a platform that facilitates the clearing of derivatives transactions by focusing on the specific intentions of users.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)FinanceInsurTech
SeedDec 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,100,000
HIFI

New York, New York, United States

HIFI is a next-generation payments and stablecoin infrastructure company.

CryptocurrencyFinTechPayments
SeedDec 10, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,000,000