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Rarestone Capital

Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai

Description

Rarestone Capital is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with a dedicated focus on the rapidly evolving Web3 ecosystem. The firm specializes in identifying and investing in early-stage projects that are building the foundational layers and innovative applications for the decentralized future. Leveraging its strategic location and deep expertise, Rarestone Capital aims to be a key enabler of blockchain technology and its various applications.

The firm's investment thesis is centered on supporting visionary founders across a diverse range of Web3 sectors. Their primary areas of interest include decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), GameFi (blockchain gaming), core blockchain infrastructure, and metaverse solutions. Beyond providing crucial capital, Rarestone Capital actively supports its portfolio companies with strategic guidance, operational insights, and access to a robust network of industry experts, developers, and potential partners, fostering growth and accelerating market adoption.

Rarestone Capital maintains an active investment pace, with publicly reported investments in over 40 companies to date, underscoring their commitment to the Web3 space. They frequently participate in seed and early-stage funding rounds, demonstrating their belief in nascent but promising ventures. For instance, the firm was a participant in a $2.5 million seed round for PlayZap Games and also contributed to a $4 million seed round for Moxy, showcasing their involvement in significant early-stage capital raises. While specific individual check sizes can vary, their typical first cheque for early-stage Web3 projects generally ranges from $100,000 to $1,000,000, reflecting their strategy of providing impactful initial funding.

Investor Profile

Rarestone Capital has backed more than 50 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 3 rounds, about 6% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Initial Coin Offering rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Singapore, France.
  • Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Financial Services, Cryptocurrency.
  • Typical check size: $100K – $1M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (68%)
  • Series Unknown (12%)
  • Initial Coin Offering (6%)
  • Pre Seed (6%)
  • Series A (4%)
  • Private Equity (2%)
  • Corporate Round (2%)

Country Focus

  • United States (28%)
  • Singapore (22%)
  • France (4%)
  • The Netherlands (4%)
  • Canada (4%)
  • Gibraltar (2%)
  • Estonia (2%)
  • Panama (2%)
  • South Korea (2%)
  • Seychelles (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Blockchain
  • Financial Services
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Software
  • Decentralized Finance (Defi)
  • Fintech
  • Gaming
  • Non-fungible Token (Nft)
  • Finance
  • Web3
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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 Rarestone Capital frequently co-invest with?

OKX Ventures
Africa, Beau Vallon, Seychelles, Mahé
Co-Investments: 6
GBV Capital
North America, Midland, Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman
Co-Investments: 6
Youbi Capital
North America, Midland, Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman
Co-Investments: 6
Co-Investments: 7
Exnetwork Capital
Asia, Manila, Philippines, Manila
Co-Investments: 6
ZBS CAPITAL
Europe, Kyyiv, Ukraine, Kyiv
Co-Investments: 8
AU21 Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 9
Genblock Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 8
The Spartan Group
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 7
Alameda Research
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Central and Western
Co-Investments: 10

Which angels does Rarestone Capital often collaborate with?

CK
Asia, Krung Thep, Thailand, Bangkok
Shared Deals: 2
Shared Deals: 2
SK
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 2
Shared Deals: 1
LN
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 2
BD
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 2
SR
Europe, Monaco
Shared Deals: 3
LC
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
GV
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 2
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Rarestone Capital?

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

ZAP is a platform that facilitates token distribution and investment opportunities.

CryptocurrencyFinTechNon-Fungible Token (NFT)
Series UnknownJun 1, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,100,000
Galaxis

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Galaxis operates an engagement platform aimed at transforming and improving the relationship between creators and their communities.

BitcoinBlockchainCryptocurrencyWeb3
Initial Coin OfferingMay 7, 2024
Amount Raised: $10,000,000

Thruster is a DEX for the builders, yield seekers, and traders on Blast.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)Financial Services
SeedApr 18, 2024
Amount Raised: $7,500,000

BonusBlock is a protocol for on-chain engagement and user onboarding solution providers.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Non-Fungible Token (NFT)
SeedApr 2, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,300,000

Flash Protocol is a Bitcoin-native platform for issuing NFTs.

BitcoinFinancial ServicesNon-Fungible Token (NFT)
SeedMar 18, 2024
Studio 369

Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada

MetalCore is a mechanized fighting game service provider that offers the development of first-person mechanised fighting games.

GamingPC GamesReal Time
Series UnknownMar 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,705,515
Ringfence

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Ringfence is an AI-generative platform that enhances digital content or increases output on social media.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Content CreatorsCreative AgencyGenerative AI
SeedJan 8, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,500,000
Eesee

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

A gamified marketplace for digital assets, tokens and tokenized RWA.

Information TechnologyInternetVirtual CurrencyWeb3
SeedDec 30, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,750,000
EclipseFi

Beaverton, Oregon, United States

EclipseFi is a Cosmos modular multi-chain token issuance platform.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyWeb Development
SeedDec 27, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,900,000