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BitScale

Europe, Zug, Switzerland, Zug

Description

BitScale Capital is a prominent venture capital firm based in Zug, Switzerland, specializing in early-stage investments within the burgeoning blockchain and Web3 ecosystems. The firm is dedicated to identifying and supporting founders who are building the next generation of decentralized applications, foundational infrastructure, and innovative protocols. Their core investment thesis is deeply rooted in fostering solutions that enhance transparency, efficiency, and accessibility across the digital economy, aligning perfectly with the transformative potential of blockchain technology.

The firm's investment strategy primarily targets projects ranging from Pre-Seed to Series A funding rounds, indicating a commitment to nurturing companies from their nascent stages through significant growth phases. BitScale Capital typically deploys initial investments ranging from $250,000 to $2,000,000, providing crucial early capital to promising ventures. This focused approach allows them to engage deeply with portfolio companies, offering not just financial backing but also strategic guidance and network access within the complex Web3 landscape.

BitScale Capital boasts an impressive portfolio that includes some of the most recognized and impactful projects in the blockchain space. Their investments span various sectors within Web3, including decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), gaming, and scalable infrastructure solutions. Notable portfolio companies include industry leaders such as Aave, Polygon, Arbitrum, and The Graph, demonstrating their keen eye for disruptive innovation and their ability to back projects that achieve significant market adoption and influence. Through these strategic investments, BitScale Capital plays a vital role in shaping the future of the decentralized internet.

Investor Profile

BitScale has backed more than 35 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Singapore, Vietnam.
  • Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Financial Services.
  • Typical check size: $250K – $2M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (71%)
  • Series A (14%)
  • Series Unknown (6%)
  • Pre Seed (6%)
  • Initial Coin Offering (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (40%)
  • Singapore (20%)
  • Vietnam (6%)
  • Australia (6%)
  • Costa Rica (3%)
  • Canada (3%)
  • Brazil (3%)
  • Hong Kong (3%)
  • Estonia (3%)
  • United Arab Emirates (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Blockchain
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Financial Services
  • Software
  • Internet
  • Web3
  • Finance
  • Gaming
  • Metaverse
  • Information Technology
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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 BitScale frequently co-invest with?

Yield Guild Games
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 6
Sanctor Capital
North America, NA - Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, San Juan
Co-Investments: 6
Youbi Capital
North America, Midland, Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman
Co-Investments: 7
Axia8 Ventures
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 5
BR Capital
North America, Midland, Cayman Islands, George Town
Co-Investments: 5
Animoca Brands
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Cyberport
Co-Investments: 9
AU21 Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 5
The LAO
North America, New York, United States, Brooklyn
Co-Investments: 8
Lemniscap
North America, Midland, Cayman Islands, George Town
Co-Investments: 6
Mechanism Capital
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 5

Which angels does BitScale often collaborate with?

Gabby Dizon
Asia, Rizal, Philippines, Pasig
Shared Deals: 4
NA
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 2
Kain Warwick
Oceania, New South Wales, Australia, Sydney
Shared Deals: 2
MD
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
Suji Yan
Asia, Tokyo, Japan
Shared Deals: 2
DD
North America, Florida, United States, Land O Lakes
Shared Deals: 2
BL
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 2
SB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
CL
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
MW
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by BitScale?

Synnax

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Synnax is an artificial intelligence-powered financial platform which helps to forecast financial performance

AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Financial ServicesMachinery Manufacturing
Pre SeedMar 6, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
Cicada

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Cicada offers third-party underwriting and pool management on DeFi Protocol and institutional risk advising services.

Financial ServicesRisk Management
Pre SeedOct 4, 2023
Amount Raised: $9,700,000
Thrive Protocol

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Thrive Protocol maximizes value creation across top crypto communities

CommunitiesCryptocurrencyInternetSoftware
SeedOct 1, 2023
Amount Raised: $5,500,000
Fluidity Money

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Fluidity Money is the blockchain incentive platform that rewards with yields to people for using their crypto.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyFinancial Services
SeedOct 31, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,300,000
Unlockd

Isaba, Navarra, Spain

Unlockd Maximize the return on NFTs with cross-chain, instant loans while keeping their utility.

FinanceFinancial Services
SeedAug 18, 2022
Amount Raised: $4,400,000
Sandstorm

Tampa, Florida, United States

Sandstorm is a marketplace platform for businesses, influencers, and brands.

3D TechnologyDeveloper PlatformGamingMedia and EntertainmentMetaverse
SeedApr 18, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
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
Initial Coin OfferingMar 10, 2022
Amount Raised: $15,000,000
Minterest

Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia

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

BlockchainFinancial ServicesFinTech
SeedFeb 16, 2022
3Box

New York, New York, United States

3Box is a next-generation framework for managing user data on the internet.

MessagingSoftwareWeb Development
Series AFeb 16, 2022
Amount Raised: $30,000,000
MetaStreet

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

MetaStreet is a liquidity routing and scaling solution for NFT collateralization platforms.

ComputerFinancial ServicesSoftware
SeedFeb 8, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,000,000