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Republic Crypto

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

Republic Crypto operates as a specialized division within the broader Republic ecosystem, focusing exclusively on the burgeoning Web3, blockchain, and digital asset sectors. Based in New York, it distinguishes itself by offering a comprehensive suite of services that include advisory, fundraising, and go-to-market support for nascent and scaling crypto projects. While the parent company, Republic, is renowned for its diverse investment platforms, including retail crowdfunding and traditional venture capital through Republic Capital, Republic Crypto specifically targets compliant and inclusive financing solutions for the decentralized economy.

The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying and nurturing early-stage Web3 protocols, decentralized applications, and infrastructure projects. Beyond merely providing capital, Republic Crypto often acts as a strategic partner, leveraging its extensive network and expertise to guide projects through critical phases like token launches and ecosystem development. This hands-on approach is crucial in the rapidly evolving crypto landscape, where regulatory compliance and community building are as vital as technological innovation. Republic Crypto has been involved with a wide array of prominent projects, including early support for networks like Polygon, Avalanche, and Near, showcasing its commitment to foundational blockchain technologies.

Through its dedicated Republic Crypto Fund, the entity makes direct investments into promising Web3 ventures. While precise first check sizes can vary significantly based on the project's stage and specific needs, Republic Crypto typically deploys capital in the range of $250,000 to $3,000,000 for its initial commitments. This range positions them as a significant early-stage investor in the crypto space, capable of providing substantial seed and pre-Series A funding. The broader Republic platform has facilitated over $1 billion in investments across more than 600 companies, underscoring the group's substantial financial capacity and market reach, which indirectly benefits Republic Crypto's portfolio companies through potential follow-on rounds and network effects.

Republic Crypto's unique value proposition lies in its hybrid model, combining direct investment capabilities with extensive advisory services. This allows them to support projects from conception through to market launch and beyond, fostering long-term growth within the decentralized economy. Their focus on compliant and inclusive financing also aligns with the broader Republic mission of democratizing access to private markets, extending this ethos to the digital asset space.

Investor Profile

Republic Crypto has backed more than 27 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 8 rounds, about 30% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Singapore, India.
  • Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Information Technology.
  • Typical check size: $250K – $3M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (63%)
  • Series Unknown (15%)
  • Series A (11%)
  • Initial Coin Offering (7%)
  • Pre Seed (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (41%)
  • Singapore (15%)
  • India (15%)
  • United Kingdom (15%)
  • Cayman Islands (4%)
  • Hong Kong (4%)
  • Switzerland (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Blockchain
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Information Technology
  • Web3
  • Smart Contracts
  • Gaming
  • Software
  • Apps
  • Cyber Security
  • 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 Republic Crypto frequently co-invest with?

CV
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
OKX Ventures
Africa, Beau Vallon, Seychelles, Mahé
Co-Investments: 5
Hashed
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 4
Ascensive Assets
Asia, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Seoul
Co-Investments: 3
LD Capital
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 3
Animoca Brands
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Cyberport
Co-Investments: 6
Morningstar Ventures
Asia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Co-Investments: 3
Huobi Ventures
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 3
Galaxy Interactive
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 5
Alameda Research
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Central and Western
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does Republic Crypto often collaborate with?

Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
WS
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
AS
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
HE
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
RW
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Republic Crypto?

Gaia

Berkeley, California, United States

Decentralizing AI Inferencing. Building a distributed and incentivized GenAI Agent Network.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)BlockchainInformation TechnologyInternet
Series AJul 22, 2025
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Haven1

Zug, Zug, Switzerland

EVM multi-app blockchain

BlockchainInformation TechnologyInternet
Series UnknownDec 5, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,600,000
Mocaverse

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

Mocaverse is the Animoca Brands membership NFT collection that is building web3-native tools for gaming and entertainment products.

GamingMedia and Entertainment
Series UnknownNov 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $10,000,000

Multisynq is a decentralized and low-latency synchronization network.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)Information TechnologySoftware
SeedApr 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,200,000
Obscuro Labs

London, England, United Kingdom

Obscuro Labs develops the open-source platform, TEN. TEN is a Layer 2 rollup that hyper-scales and encrypts Ethereum.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyEthereum
SeedMar 15, 2024
Amount Raised: $9,000,000
Versatus

Miami, Florida, United States

Versatus is the development company building VRRB, an innovative blockchain protocol.

Blockchain
SeedDec 6, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,300,000
Supra

San Jose, California, United States

Layer-1 with Vertical Integration of all core oracle services into one powerful blockchain

BlockchainCryptocurrencyCyber SecurityData CenterSmart ContractsWeb3
Series UnknownSep 28, 2023
Amount Raised: $24,000,000
Soarchain

Los Angeles, California, United States

Soarchain provides a platform for developers to build customized smart contracts and dApps for mobility industry.

AppsAutomotiveBlockchainInformation TechnologySmart ContractsSoftware
SeedAug 23, 2023
Asymmetry Finance

London, England, United Kingdom

Asymmetry Finance offers DeFi native staked Ethereum Indices that earns market leading yield.

BlockchainFinanceFinancial Services
SeedMay 16, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
OP3N

West Hollywood, California, United States

OP3N is a first-of-its-kind super app that integrates all aspects of NFTs from creation to minting to community building.

AppsSocial MediaWeb3
Series AMar 21, 2023
Amount Raised: $28,000,000