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VCMatch tracks dlab as an investor focused on Blockchain Crypto, AI/ML, and Data Infrastructure companies, Pre-Seed and Seed rounds, and Global and Protocol Agnostic markets. Upload your deck to compare your startup against the full private matching profile.

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Geography

global and protocol agnostic

Investment Thesis

dlab is a discovery-stage venture capital firm focused on backing technical founders building critical infrastructure and novel applications that enable a more open, transparent, and participatory internet. They believe in supporting early-stage web3 and crypto startups that leverage blockchain primitives to create mainstream-appeal products that don’t feel like crypto, with particular emphasis on solving real problems through decentralized technologies.

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Investment Focus

Who should take a closer look

dlab is most relevant for founders raising Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A rounds in Blockchain Crypto, AI/ML, Data Infrastructure, and Fintech, especially across global and protocol agnostic.

Focus statement

Discovery-stage venture capital and hands-on help for founders exploring new frontiers in web3 and blockchain technology. They back top-tier technical founders who are building critical infrastructure and novel apps, with protocol-agnostic and global investment scope.

Value Add

  • Hands-on operational support for early-stage founders
  • Protocol-agnostic approach to web3 investments
  • Focus on products with mainstream appeal that 'need crypto but don't feel like crypto'
  • Recently spun out as independent fund (2024) from SOSV with dedicated capital and resources
  • Emphasis on both infrastructure and consumer-facing applications
  • Deep engagement with content and thought leadership through articles and market analysis

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