what's coinfund?
CoinFund is a pioneering cryptonative investment firm established in 2015, specializing in early-stage funding for blockchain and decentralized technologies. The firm provides deep technical expertise and full-stack support to portfolio companies, focusing on areas such as scalability solutions, interoperability protocols, decentralized finance (DeFi), zero-knowledge proofs, and emerging fields like decentralized AI. Founded by Jake Brukhman, CoinFund has backed influential projects that shape the infrastructure of the new internet, emphasizing long-term value creation through strategic partnerships and hands-on guidance. With a team comprising experts in engineering, computer science, law, and finance, CoinFund identifies and nurtures leaders in the crypto ecosystem. Their investment thesis prioritizes innovative networks that address real-world challenges in data storage, resource sharing, and digital ownership. Notable investments include programmable datachains for cost-effective decentralized storage and creative web3 intellectual property platforms, demonstrating a commitment to fostering sustainable growth in the blockchain space. CoinFund operates as a venture capital entity dedicated to the decentralized web, offering not just capital but also operational resources to help founders scale their visions. By championing technical innovation and community-driven development, the firm plays a key role in advancing the adoption of blockchain technologies across diverse applications.
CoinFund spins out liquid strategies, focuses on venture investing; Ginns & Perkins lead new firm.
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x.com/coinfund_ioSpins out liquid strategies into a new independent firm while focusing entirely on venture investing, with Seth Ginns and Chris Perkins leading the new firm and no longer having operating roles at CoinFund once the transition is complete.
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