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GD10 Ventures

Europe, England, United Kingdom, London

Description

GD10 Ventures is a London-based venture capital firm established in 2021, specializing in early-stage Web3 companies. The firm positions itself as an ecosystem builder, providing not only capital but also strategic support and access to a robust network of industry leaders, developers, and marketers. Their investment thesis centers on identifying and nurturing promising projects across various burgeoning Web3 sectors, including infrastructure, decentralized finance (DeFi), blockchain gaming, metaverse applications, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs).

The firm's approach extends beyond traditional venture funding, emphasizing active participation in the development of its portfolio companies. GD10 Ventures leverages its extensive alliance of financiers and marketing experts to help founders navigate the complex Web3 landscape, accelerate growth, and achieve market fit. This hands-on methodology aims to foster long-term success for the projects they back, distinguishing them as a partner rather than just a capital provider.

Since its inception, GD10 Ventures has rapidly built a significant portfolio, having made over 58 investments in early-stage Web3 projects as of late 2023. Their typical first check size for these pre-seed and seed-stage companies generally ranges from $100,000 to $750,000, reflecting their commitment to providing meaningful initial capital to help nascent projects gain traction. This strategic investment size allows them to participate in a diverse array of innovative Web3 ventures, contributing to the broader development of the decentralized internet.

Investor Profile

GD10 Ventures has backed more than 25 startups, with 1 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, Initial Coin Offering, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Hong Kong, Estonia, United Arab Emirates.
  • Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Gaming, Cryptocurrency.
  • Typical check size: $100K – $750K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (64%)
  • Initial Coin Offering (12%)
  • Series Unknown (12%)
  • Pre Seed (8%)
  • Undisclosed (4%)

Country Focus

  • Hong Kong (16%)
  • Estonia (12%)
  • United Arab Emirates (8%)
  • United Kingdom (8%)
  • United States (8%)
  • Vietnam (8%)
  • Singapore (8%)
  • Lithuania (4%)
  • India (4%)
  • Switzerland (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Blockchain
  • Gaming
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Metaverse
  • Web3
  • Information Technology
  • Online Games
  • Software
  • Fintech
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
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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 GD10 Ventures frequently co-invest with?

SkyVision Capital
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Co-Investments: 6
Co-Investments: 7
Co-Investments: 7
Exnetwork Capital
Asia, Manila, Philippines, Manila
Co-Investments: 7
Momentum 6
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 5
AU21 Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 13
Morningstar Ventures
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Co-Investments: 4
Genblock Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 5
X21 Digital
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 10
Minted Lab
Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does GD10 Ventures often collaborate with?

Shared Deals: 1
PH
North America, California, United States, Beverly Hills
Shared Deals: 1
CR
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
SR
Europe, Monaco
Shared Deals: 1
BA
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
VK
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 1
SB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by GD10 Ventures?

KIP Protocol

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

KIP Protocol is a decentralized base layer on which AI models, apps, and data owners can safely transact and monetize in Web3.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)BlockchainCryptocurrencyWeb3
Series UnknownAug 16, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
DOS Labs

Ho Chi Minh City, NA - Vietnam, Vietnam

DOS stand for Decentralized Operating System. We build a metaverse platform. Our first game is MetaDOS, an esport Battle Royale game.

BlockchainGamingInformation TechnologyMetaverseSoftwareWeb3
Series UnknownApr 1, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,450,000
Cross The Ages

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Cross The Ages is a universe in which fantasy and science fiction come together.

GamingInformation TechnologyPC Games
SeedMar 22, 2022
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
Ertha

Kaunas, Kauno Apskritis, Lithuania

Ertha is a game that will encompass a real-world simulation where people will be getting jobs, creating states, building industries.

Gaming
Initial Coin OfferingDec 28, 2021
Amount Raised: $5,400,000
Metastrike

Hanoi, NA - Vietnam, Vietnam

Metastrike is a Metaverse first-person shooter (FPS) 3D game integrated into the blockchain.

BlockchainGamingMetaverse
SeedDec 8, 2021
Amount Raised: $3,300,000

DOMI Online is an online game that enables its players to search for treasure, gold, experience, and $DOMI tokens.

CryptocurrencyInformation TechnologyVideo Games
SeedDec 1, 2021
ORIGYN Foundation

Neuchâtel, Neuchatel, Switzerland

Non-profit Foundation

BlockchainInformation Technology
Series UnknownNov 23, 2021
Amount Raised: $20,000,000
SolChicks

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

SolChicks is a video game company.

Digital Entertainment
Initial Coin OfferingNov 17, 2021
Amount Raised: $60,000,000
Project SEED

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Project SEED is an GameFi Ecosystem crafted by a visionary AAA Game Studio.

BlockchainGamingInformation TechnologySoftwareVideo Games
SeedNov 1, 2021
Amount Raised: $3,100,000
Gaia EverWorld

London, England, United Kingdom

Gaia EverWorld is an immersive, multi-region fantasy world where players create their own kingdoms.

BlockchainFantasy SportsGamingMetaverseOnline Games
SeedOct 20, 2021
Amount Raised: $3,700,000