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Digital Strategies

Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Central and Western

Description

Digital Strategies is a Hong Kong-based investment firm specializing in the burgeoning digital asset and blockchain space. Established in 2017, the firm positions itself as an early-stage investor in blockchain companies and also engages in investments in liquid cryptocurrencies. Their focus is on identifying and supporting innovative projects that leverage decentralized technologies, contributing to the broader Web3 ecosystem.

The firm's investment thesis centers on the long-term potential of digital assets and the underlying blockchain infrastructure. While they primarily target early-stage ventures, their portfolio demonstrates an ability to participate in later-stage rounds, as evidenced by their involvement in BlockFi's Series C funding round in March 2021. This round successfully raised a substantial $350 million, highlighting Digital Strategies' capacity to deploy capital alongside other significant investors in the crypto lending sector.

Digital Strategies emphasizes a strategic approach to its investments, aiming to provide more than just capital. Although specific details on their portfolio companies beyond publicly reported rounds are limited, their stated mission is to support the growth of pioneering blockchain projects. The firm's small team, typically comprising 2-10 employees according to LinkedIn, suggests a focused and agile investment strategy, likely involving deep due diligence in their niche. Their commitment to the digital asset space since their founding in 2017 underscores their long-term perspective in this volatile yet high-growth market.

Investor Profile

Digital Strategies has backed more than 23 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 3 rounds, about 13% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Initial Coin Offering, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Singapore, United States, Estonia.
  • Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Financial Services.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (61%)
  • Initial Coin Offering (13%)
  • Series Unknown (9%)
  • Series A (9%)
  • Corporate Round (4%)
  • Undisclosed (4%)

Country Focus

  • Singapore (17%)
  • United States (13%)
  • Estonia (9%)
  • Canada (9%)
  • Switzerland (9%)
  • Japan (4%)
  • Seychelles (4%)
  • Cayman Islands (4%)
  • New Zealand (4%)
  • United Kingdom (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Blockchain
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Financial Services
  • Information Technology
  • Gaming
  • Internet
  • Web3
  • Virtual Currency
  • Metaverse
  • Video Games
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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 Digital Strategies frequently co-invest with?

SevenX Ventures
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 4
CMS Holdings
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 6
LD Capital
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 4
Hashkey Exchange
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Co-Investments: 4
Animoca Brands
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Cyberport
Co-Investments: 4
AU21 Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 5
Genblock Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 5
Basics Capital
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 4
Double Peak Group
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Co-Investments: 5
Digital Finance Group (DFG)
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 6

Which angels does Digital Strategies often collaborate with?

Shared Deals: 1
Heslin Kim
Asia, South Korea
Shared Deals: 2
RT
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Shared Deals: 1
Nobuyuki Idei
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Shared Deals: 1
Sakai Toyotaka
Asia, Chiba, Japan, Minato
Shared Deals: 1
PG
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
Koki Uchiyama
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Shared Deals: 1
BG
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
RD
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Digital Strategies?

XRADERS

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

XRADERS enables investors to make smart choices and experts can share unique market insights.

Information ServicesService Industry
SeedApr 2, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,100,000
Root Protocol

San Francisco, California, United States

Root Protocol integrates an intent-centric aggregator of digital identities, virtual accounts, social graphs and other components.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyWeb Development
SeedJan 19, 2024
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Treasure

Grand Cayman, Midland, Cayman Islands

Treasure is building the next gaming and entertainment powerhouse, built and owned by all.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyGaming
UndisclosedSep 22, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,500,000
Gunzilla Games

Frankfurt, Hessen, Germany

Gunzilla Games is an independent, innovative, and player-focused developer of AAA games.

Console GamesGamingPC GamesVideo Games
Series UnknownAug 9, 2022
Amount Raised: $45,835,035
Bitcoin.com

Charlestown, Saint John Figtree, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Your gateway to Bitcoin and beyond. The apps and information you need to buy, sell, trade, invest, and spend cryptocurrency.

BitcoinBlockchainCryptocurrencyFinTechPaymentsVirtual Currency
Initial Coin OfferingMay 5, 2022
Amount Raised: $33,600,000
NFT3

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

NFT3 is the first Unified Decentralized Identity and Credit Network for Web3 and Your Portal to the Metaverse.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyMetaverseWeb3
SeedApr 12, 2022
Amount Raised: $7,500,000
NeoFi

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

NeoFi is a fintech that offers investment solutions such as portfolio management for cryptocurrencies.

CryptocurrencyFinanceFinancial Services
SeedMar 21, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,100,000
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
Minterest

Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia

Dollar for dollar Minterest delivers the highest long-term yields in DeFi.

BlockchainFinancial ServicesFinTech
SeedFeb 16, 2022
Ruby Protocol

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Ruby Protocol operates as a cross-chain privacy protocol.

Cryptocurrency
Series UnknownFeb 9, 2022
Amount Raised: $7,300,000