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MetaWeb Ventures

Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai

Description

MetaWeb Ventures is a global venture capital firm specializing in the burgeoning Web3 and blockchain ecosystem. Headquartered in Shanghai, China, the firm has established itself as a key investor in disruptive technologies across various sectors, including Web3, blockchain infrastructure, cryptocurrency, metaverse, GameFi, DeFi, and NFTs. Since its inception, MetaWeb Ventures has demonstrated a clear commitment to fostering innovation in the decentralized internet, aiming to identify and support early-stage projects with significant growth potential.

The firm officially launched a dedicated $30 million fund in March 2022, signaling its strong intent to deploy capital into promising startups. This fund enables MetaWeb Ventures to actively participate in both Seed and Series A funding rounds, providing crucial early-stage capital and strategic guidance to its portfolio companies. Their investment strategy is characterized by a focus on foundational technologies and applications that are poised to shape the future of the digital economy.

MetaWeb Ventures has rapidly built a diverse portfolio, having invested in over 30 companies to date. Notable investments include prominent projects such as Sei, Manta Network, and zkPass, illustrating their broad interest across different layers of the Web3 stack, from Layer 1 blockchains to privacy solutions and decentralized applications. The firm prides itself on its global outlook, leveraging its network and expertise to support founders worldwide, transcending geographical boundaries in its pursuit of cutting-edge decentralized solutions. Their approach combines financial backing with strategic insights, aiming to accelerate the development and adoption of next-generation internet technologies.

Investor Profile

MetaWeb Ventures has backed more than 26 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 8% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Singapore.
  • Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Web3, Software.
  • Typical check size: $250K – $2M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (58%)
  • Pre Seed (15%)
  • Series Unknown (15%)
  • Initial Coin Offering (4%)
  • Private Equity (4%)
  • Series B (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (58%)
  • United Kingdom (12%)
  • Singapore (8%)
  • Bahamas (4%)
  • Australia (4%)
  • Norway (4%)
  • Saint Kitts and Nevis (4%)
  • Switzerland (4%)
  • Hong Kong (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Blockchain
  • Web3
  • Software
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Information Technology
  • Developer Platform
  • Information Services
  • Financial Services
  • Social Media
  • Decentralized Finance (Defi)
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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 MetaWeb Ventures frequently co-invest with?

SevenX Ventures
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 4
Hashed
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Amber Group
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 4
GSR
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
FV
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
Dragonfly
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Tiger Global Management
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
CV
North America, Massachusetts, United States, East Boston
Co-Investments: 3
Alumni Ventures
North America, New Hampshire, United States, Manchester
Co-Investments: 3
Alameda Research
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Central and Western
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does MetaWeb Ventures often collaborate with?

AT
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
Balaji Srinivasan
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Shared Deals: 1
RS
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
SK
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
MG
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
Liang Xinjun
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Shared Deals: 1
SA
North America, Nevada, United States, Las Vegas
Shared Deals: 1
SR
Europe, Monaco
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
MW
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by MetaWeb Ventures?

KINO

Los Angeles, California, United States

KINO is a web3 film finance company that democratizes film and protects artists' rights.

FilmFilm ProductionFinanceWeb3
Pre SeedOct 10, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,350,000
Few and Far

Old Road Town, Saint Thomas Middle Island, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Few and Far is a NFT marketplace built on NEAR protocol.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyInformation TechnologyMarketplaceVirtual CurrencyWeb3
Series UnknownMar 3, 2023
Amount Raised: $10,500,000
Gateway.fm

Stavanger, Rogaland, Norway

GatewayFM is a decentralized blockchain infrastructure and node provider.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyWeb3
SeedFeb 20, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,600,000
Intu

Delaware, Ohio, United States

On a mission to human-proof Web3 by building advanced cryptographic solutions

BlockchainWeb DevelopmentWeb3
Pre SeedFeb 20, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
ValuesCo

Los Angeles, California, United States

ValuesCo enables gamified campaigns that bring together brands, nonprofits, and creators in new ways to engage consumers.

BlockchainEnvironmental ConsultingWeb3
SeedJan 25, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,700,000
Calimero Network

London, England, United Kingdom

Calimero Network is a blockchain infrastructure that helps clients in controlling data.

BlockchainConsultingDecentralized Finance (DeFi)IT InfrastructureOpen Source
SeedJan 23, 2023
Amount Raised: $8,500,000
Diva

Zug, Zug, Switzerland

Diva is a community-driven Liquid Staking protocol.

AnalyticsBlockchainNetwork Security
SeedJan 17, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,500,000
Jumbo

Menlo Park, California, United States

Jumbo is a decentralized exchange platform for automated market markers.

BlockchainCryptocurrencySoftwareVirtual Currency
Series UnknownNov 16, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,500,000
Notifi

Seattle, Washington, United States

Web3 Messaging Infrastructure Services

BlockchainCommunications InfrastructureReal TimeWeb3
SeedNov 9, 2022
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Magna

San Francisco, California, United States

Magna develops a token vesting and DeFi investment management platform.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)FinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechWeb3
SeedSep 15, 2022
Amount Raised: $15,200,000