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Cheque Size$2M to $8M
Stages3
Industries15
Markets20
Stated Portfolio8
Operating Since2018 (8y)

About 1kx Capital

1kx Capital is a global investment firm specializing in blockchain and Web3 technologies. Founded in 2018 by tech entrepreneurs Lasse Clausen and Chris Heymann, the firm is driven by a mission to support the builders shaping the future of blockchain technology. As one of the top-performing and most institutionalized funds in the blockchain space, 1kx partners with a diverse global investor base, including sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, endowments, foundations, fund of funds, corporations, and family offices. Renowned for its hands-on approach, deep technical expertise, and unwavering long-term commitment to founders, 1kx empowers visionary startup CEOs to scale transformative projects while delivering outstanding returns for its investors. The firm's investment strategy focuses on early-stage blockchain and cryptocurrency companies, with a particular emphasis on consumer crypto applications, middleware, and infrastructure. 1kx typically leads or co-leads seed and Series A funding rounds, investing between $2 million and $8 million per deal. Their portfolio spans various sectors, including decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), infrastructure, digital media, and gaming. Geographically, 1kx operates globally, investing primarily in seed and early-stage ventures to foster community-driven, decentralized networks with significant economic potential. 1kx Capital's track record includes leading a $30 million Series A funding round for Camp Network, a Layer 1 blockchain focused on intellectual property, in April 2025. This investment underscores the firm's commitment to supporting innovative projects that leverage blockchain technology to address real-world challenges. With a team of 11-50 employees, 1kx continues to explore the art and science of network building, aiming to bring the best possible version of a decentralized future to life.

Geographical Focus

African markets2

Other stated markets18

United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaGermanyJapanAustraliaSingaporeChinaIndiaBrazilFranceItalySwitzerlandSpainMexicoSouth KoreaNetherlandsRussia

Requirements

Strong technical team, Innovative blockchain solutions, Scalable business models, Clear market differentiation, Potential for significant growth

Stated Portfolio8

Camp Network
Rodeo
Fluence Labs
Arx Research
Orange Cap Games
VOYA Games
Kaia
Miden

As reported by the investor. We hold no profile for these companies, so they are printed as stated rather than linked.