DeFiance Capital is a leading investment firm specializing in Web3 and crypto assets, with a strong focus on Decentralized Finance (DeFi). The firm typically invests in seed and Series A rounds, supporting projects in DeFi, Web3 gaming, and infrastructure. DeFiance Capital combines fundamental research with an activist investment approach to identify and nurture high-potential ventures in the crypto space.
Notable portfolio companies include Aave, dYdX, Lido, Axie Infinity, LayerZero Labs, and Offchain Labs (Arbitrum). The firm is known for its active involvement and value-add services, which include strategic guidance and leveraging a robust network within the crypto ecosystem. Key partners and decision-makers at DeFiance Capital bring extensive experience from leading blockchain projects and financial institutions, enhancing their ability to drive growth and innovation in their portfolio companies.
DeFiance Capital - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Total Investments25
Current Portfolio Count24
Total Portfolio Exits0
Top Investment Stages
Seed12 (54.5%)
Series A4 (18.2%)
Series Unknown4 (18.2%)
Initial Coin Offering1 (4.5%)
Pre-Seed1 (4.5%)
Stage Mix
Seed 55%Series A 18%Series Unknown 18%Initial Coin Offering 5%Pre-Seed 5%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
DeFiance Capital - Classification
- Also Known As
- Defiance Capital PTY LTD
- NAICS
- 520000Finance and Insurance
- 523000Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
- 523900Other Financial Investment Activities
- 523990All Other Financial Investment Activities
- 523999Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
- SIC
- 6700Holding And Other Investment Offices
- 6720Investment Offices
- 6722Management Investment Offices, Open-end
Show 2 more industry codes
- NAICS
- 525000Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
- SIC
- 6000Depository Institutions