Electric Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm investing in the next-generation of iconic crypto founders. Launched in 2018, Electric Capital has become one of the largest global VC firms focused on distributed systems, cryptography, applications of blockchain, and privacy preserving technologies. Today, the firm leverages their deep technical expertise combined with an understanding of community governance, token economics, cryptography, and distributed systems to partner with top Web3 founders.
ABOUT ELECTRIC CAPITAL
Electric Capital has quickly established itself as one of the leading venture firms in the crypto and blockchain space.
The firm is known for its active involvement in the crypto space and its support for innovative blockchain technologies.
The firm believes in the transformational potential of blockchain technology and aims to back innovative teams that are creating foundational changes to the digital economy.
Electric Capital has backed projects and companies such as Anchorage, Bitwise, Celo, Coda, Dfinity, Lightning Labs, MobileCoin, NEAR, Oasis, and many more.
ELECTRIC CAPITAL EXPERTISE
Blockchain Infrastructure & Protocols.
The firm invests in projects that are building new or enhancing existing blockchain protocols, which are critical for the broader adoption and functionality of decentralized systems.
Developer Tools & Platforms.
The firm places a strong emphasis on tools and platforms that make it easier for developers to build decentralized applications.
Their expertise in this area includes understanding the mechanics of decentralized lending, borrowing, derivatives, stablecoins, and decentralized exchanges.
Cryptocurrency & Stablecoins.
The firm has deep expertise in cryptocurrencies and the development of stablecoins, which are essential to the growth and stability of the broader Web3 and DeFi ecosystem.
Web3 & Decentralized Applications.
The firm has expertise in Web3 technologies and dApps, focusing on projects that aim to disrupt traditional web applications by making them decentralized, trustless, and user-owned.
Non-Fungible Tokens & Digital Assets.
They have a deep understanding of the technical infrastructure required to support NFT ecosystems and integrate them into decentralized networks.
Zero-Knowledge Proofs & Privacy Tech.
Electric Capital has expertise in privacy and scalability solutions, particularly around zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs).
Decentralized Autonomous Organizations.
Electric Capital has expertise in the technical mechanisms behind DAOs, including tokenomics, governance models, and how decentralized organizations can operate effectively without central leadership.