Dispersion Capital

Dispersion Capital is an early-stage venture firm dedicated to investing in decentralized infrastructure and web3 technologies. Their mission is to pioneer a multi-chain, multi-currency, and multi-platform world by supporting foundational technologies for decentralized businesses. The firm focuses on specific layers of web3, including fintech infrastructure, security, data, and platforms challenging legacy industries. They aim to empower developers to build scalable and efficient decentralized applications by providing the necessary tools and infrastructure.

Founded by Patrick Chang, a seasoned venture capitalist with experience at Bain Capital Ventures and Foundation Capital, Dispersion Capital has backed pioneering web3 innovators and protocols such as Dapper Labs, Flow, Alchemy, Forte, and Theta. The firm has garnered support from prominent web2 and web3 entities, including Samsung, Circle, Ripple, Wemade, Alchemy, and Forte. In May 2023, Dispersion Capital closed its inaugural fund, raising $40 million to back early-stage infrastructure startups in web3, crypto, and blockchain sectors.

Dispersion Capital's investment strategy emphasizes the development of robust decentralized infrastructure to facilitate the mass adoption of web3 technologies. By focusing on foundational layers of web3, the firm aims to address the gaps in current infrastructure, enabling developers to create groundbreaking applications. Their portfolio includes companies across various sectors, including fintech, gaming, AI, telecom, cloud, edge computing, and financial services, reflecting their commitment to fostering innovation in the decentralized economy.