
Crypto.com
Description
Crypto.com Capital operates as the dedicated venture arm of Crypto.com, a leading global cryptocurrency platform. Established in March 2021, the fund was initially launched with a substantial allocation of $200 million, signaling Crypto.com's strategic intent to foster innovation within the burgeoning blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Web3 sectors. Its primary mission is to identify and support promising startups that are building foundational technologies and applications for the decentralized future, aligning with the parent company's broader vision for crypto adoption.
The venture arm quickly expanded its ambitions, announcing an increase in its fund size to $500 million in November 2021. This significant boost underscored Crypto.com Capital's commitment to becoming a major player in the Web3 investment landscape. The fund primarily focuses on early-stage investments, typically participating in seed to Series A rounds. While its investment scope is global, it actively seeks out projects that can contribute to the growth and utility of the Crypto.com ecosystem, including those building on the Cronos blockchain.
Beyond providing capital, Crypto.com Capital offers its portfolio companies strategic guidance, access to Crypto.com's extensive network, and technical support. This value-add approach aims to accelerate the development and market penetration of its investments. The fund has a diverse portfolio spanning various segments of the Web3 space, including DeFi, NFTs, gaming, infrastructure, and metaverse projects. Its strategic investments are designed to not only generate financial returns but also to cultivate a robust and interconnected decentralized economy.
Investor Profile
Crypto.com has backed more than 24 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 8% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Undisclosed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Singapore, Spain.
- Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Web3.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $100K – $10M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (67%)
- Series A (13%)
- Undisclosed (8%)
- Initial Coin Offering (8%)
- Pre Seed (4%)
Country Focus
- United States (33%)
- Singapore (25%)
- Spain (8%)
- Bahamas (4%)
- Australia (4%)
- South Korea (4%)
- France (4%)
- Israel (4%)
- Sweden (4%)
- Liechtenstein (4%)
Industry Focus
- Blockchain
- Cryptocurrency
- Web3
- Gaming
- Internet
- Video Games
- Metaverse
- Financial Services
- Ethereum
- Information Technology
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