
Liberty City Ventures
Description
Liberty City Ventures (LCV) is a prominent New York-based venture capital firm with a specialized focus on digital assets, blockchain technology, and fintech. Established as an early and consistent presence in the Web3 space, LCV actively supports innovation at the cross-sections of technology, media, and commerce. The firm leverages its deep industry expertise to identify and nurture disruptive companies that are shaping the future of decentralized finance and the broader digital economy.
LCV employs an investment strategy that spans across various stages, from seed to growth, allowing them to engage with promising startups at different points in their development. Since its inception in 2012, Liberty City Ventures has built a significant portfolio, having made over 100 investments in pioneering companies. Their hands-on approach and extensive network in financial services, technology, and regulatory landscapes provide substantial value to their portfolio companies, helping them navigate complex markets and scale effectively.
The firm has demonstrated strong fundraising capabilities, notably closing its Liberty City Ventures Fund IV at $100 million in 2022, underscoring its continued commitment and capacity to invest in the rapidly evolving digital asset ecosystem. While specific check sizes can vary based on the stage and needs of the startup, LCV typically deploys initial investments ranging from approximately $1 million to $10 million, with the flexibility to provide larger follow-on capital as companies mature. This strategic financial backing positions LCV as a key player in fostering innovation within the blockchain and fintech sectors.
Investor Profile
Liberty City Ventures has backed more than 70 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 23 rounds, about 33% of its total and boasts 11 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Hong Kong, Pakistan.
- Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, FinTech.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1M – $10M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (34%)
- Series A (26%)
- Series B (11%)
- Series Unknown (10%)
- Pre Seed (6%)
- Series C (3%)
- Series E (3%)
- Series D (3%)
- Convertible Note (1%)
- Angel (1%)
Country Focus
- United States (64%)
- Hong Kong (11%)
- Pakistan (6%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
- United Arab Emirates (3%)
- Canada (1%)
- Bermuda (1%)
- Switzerland (1%)
- New Zealand (1%)
- Saudi Arabia (1%)
Industry Focus
- Blockchain
- Cryptocurrency
- Fintech
- Financial Services
- Software
- Apps
- Web3
- Developer Platform
- Metaverse
- Information Technology
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