Dispersion Capital
Description
Dispersion Capital is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm dedicated to early-stage investments within the Web3 ecosystem. Launched with a $40 million debut fund, Dispersion Capital Fund I, the firm primarily targets pre-seed and seed-stage startups. Their investment thesis centers on supporting the foundational layers and innovative applications that will drive the next generation of the internet. Key areas of focus include Web3 infrastructure, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and blockchain gaming.
TheThe firm's strategic approach involves identifying promising projects that are building critical components for a decentralized future. They seek out teams with strong technical expertise and a clear vision for how their solutions will contribute to the broader Web3 landscape. Dispersion Capital is known for its hands-on approach, often providing portfolio companies with strategic guidance, network access, and operational support to help them navigate the complexities of the rapidly evolving blockchain industry.
Dispersion Capital typically deploys initial checks ranging from $250,000 to $1 million. This allows them to provide meaningful capital to nascent projects while maintaining flexibility for follow-on investments as companies mature. The firm's founders, Patrick Wu (formerly of Fenbushi Capital) and Kun Gao (co-founder of Crunchyroll), bring a blend of deep venture capital experience and successful entrepreneurial backgrounds, positioning Dispersion Capital as a knowledgeable partner for Web3 founders. Their commitment to the early stages of Web3 development underscores their belief in the transformative potential of decentralized technologies.
Investor Profile
Dispersion Capital has backed more than 27 startups, with 8 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 3 rounds, about 11% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Israel, Hong Kong.
- Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Web3, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Led 2 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $250K – $1M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (63%)
- Pre Seed (22%)
- Series A (15%)
Country Focus
- United States (67%)
- Israel (7%)
- Hong Kong (7%)
- Iceland (4%)
- Canada (4%)
- Sweden (4%)
Industry Focus
- Blockchain
- Web3
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Information Technology
- Cryptocurrency
- Software
- Decentralized Finance (Defi)
- Internet
- Fintech
- Apps
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