Portal Ventures

Portal Ventures is a New York-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in the nascent and rapidly evolving Web3 ecosystem. Launched in March 2022, the firm made a significant entry into the crypto investment landscape with a $35 million fund. Their investment thesis centers on partnering with early-stage crypto builders, protocols, and companies that are poised to define the next generation of the digital economy. Portal Ventures actively seeks out opportunities across a diverse range of sectors within Web3, including decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), foundational Web3 infrastructure, blockchain gaming, and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs).

The firm positions itself as more than just a capital provider, emphasizing a hands-on approach by offering strategic support alongside financial backing. They aim to collaborate closely with founders from the earliest stages, helping them navigate the complexities of building and scaling in the dynamic crypto space. This commitment to early-stage engagement underscores their belief in identifying and nurturing foundational technologies and groundbreaking applications that will drive the widespread adoption and utility of decentralized systems.

Portal Ventures has backed more than 30 startups, with 7 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 10 rounds, about 33% of its total, and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio. Their typical check size ranges from $500,000 to $3,000,000, enabling them to make a meaningful impact on a project's early development while reserving capital for potential follow-on investments in successful portfolio companies.