Buck Stash
Description
BlockStash Invests is an early-stage venture capital firm based in New York, United States, specializing in the burgeoning Web3 ecosystem. The firm primarily targets Pre-Seed and Seed-stage companies, focusing on disruptive innovations within blockchain technology, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and the metaverse. Their investment thesis centers on identifying foundational technologies and promising applications that are poised to shape the next generation of the internet. BlockStash Invests aims to be more than just a capital provider, actively seeking to support its portfolio companies through strategic guidance and network access.
The firm's investment strategy is characterized by its commitment to early-stage ventures, often being among the first institutional investors in promising Web3 startups. While specific check sizes can vary based on the opportunity and round dynamics, BlockStash Invests typically deploys first checks ranging from approximately $50,000 to $200,000. This range positions them as a key partner for nascent projects seeking initial capital to develop their minimum viable products, build out their teams, and achieve critical early milestones. Their focus on the highly specialized Web3 sector allows them to offer deep industry insights and connections to their portfolio.
With assets under management totaling $1.2 million across two distinct funds, BlockStash Invests has demonstrated a focused approach to deploying capital within its niche. As of recent data, the firm has made 10 investments, indicating a selective yet active participation in the early Web3 landscape. This track record underscores their commitment to fostering innovation in a rapidly evolving technological frontier, providing essential early funding to companies that are often too nascent for larger, later-stage investors.
Investor Profile
Buck Stash has backed more than 24 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Initial Coin Offering rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Bahamas, Switzerland.
- Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, FinTech.
- Typical check size: $50K – $200K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (21%)
- Series A (21%)
- Initial Coin Offering (21%)
- Series D (8%)
- Series B (8%)
- Secondary Market (8%)
- Series Unknown (4%)
- Series E (4%)
- Series C (4%)
Country Focus
- United States (71%)
- Bahamas (4%)
- Switzerland (4%)
- Singapore (4%)
- Australia (4%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
- Belgium (4%)
- Cayman Islands (4%)
Industry Focus
- Blockchain
- Cryptocurrency
- Fintech
- Decentralized Finance (Defi)
- Software
- Financial Services
- Information Technology
- Web3
- Ethereum
- Marketplace
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