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DeFiance Capital

DeFiance Capital

48 reviews, 88% of them positive.88% positive · 48 reviews· Influence factor 80, above 16% of accounts

The record

From 17 activities · Apr 2026

DeFiance Capital is a Singapore-based crypto venture fund known for hands-on mentorship, rigorous due diligence, and long-term conviction in DeFi, infrastructure, and gaming projects. They combine thesis-driven investing with institutional-grade risk management, backing early-stage protocols with detailed process requirements around tokenomics, oracles, and governance—and following through with teams across market cycles. Early backers of category-defining projects like dYdX, Axie Infinity, LayerZero, and Arbitrum, they're recognized as one of Asia's leading crypto-native funds, though their public presence has become more behind-the-scenes and less community-facing in recent years.

What people say

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“OG VC within defi space”Casper 🦇🔊 · 1678· 1y ago71
“Unlike typical VCs, DeFinance Capital actively mentors teams and shares high-quality market insights”Hyojin Cho l MemeMax⚡️ · 1252· 1y ago24
“A crypto powerhouse”Defiance capital is actually big in crypto. There are a few bigger and more influential investment firms but DeFiance Capital plays its role in web3. Their strategy is to bet early on real conviction plays rather than just throwing capital around.Jack · 1422· 1y ago · neutral18
“DeFiance Capital is a cryptocurrency hedge fund focused on Web3 and decentralized finance (DeFi) investments.”DeFiance Capital is Based in Singapore, it has backed numerous blockchain projects, emphasizing strategic growth and innovation in the crypto space.The fund has gained recognition for its deep industry expertise and commitment to advancing decentralized technologiesWebsOwn · 1194· 1y ago18
“Capital Raisorsss”Been getting a ton of these to review on my daily streaks, but so far as I can tell DeFiance is another one of the good ones. China based, so not super familiar with all their backed projects, but no ill-will sensed. Good luck lads!alex.hl · 1320· 7mo ago15
“Not Your Typical VC”What I really like about DeFiance is how hands-on they are. They don’t just invest and disappear, they mentor teams, share alpha, and genuinely help projects grow.billymoor · 1344· 1y ago15
“Solid Venture Cap firm”They are pretty active in DeFi and they usually stick all the way through with the projects they support.Deg3n3ro · 1403· 7mo ago14
“Established name, quieter presence”DeFiance Capital has long been recognized as one of Asia’s leading crypto funds, known for early calls and a strong venture track record. However, their public communication has become more restrained lately and less narrative-building, more behind-the-scenes work. Still respected for fundamentals and deal quality, but feels more institutional now than community-facing.wincy.eth · 1279· 12mo ago14
“Reliable”DeFiance is really smart and reliable! They support projects and stick with teams through tough times. They think long-term but act realistically. I feel investing with them is safer and more secure.Masoud · 1242· 1y ago14
“Good Due Diligence”One of the VCs in the crypto space that actually do some Due Diligence before investing in a random web 3 startup. Normally VCs in Crypto space just spray and pray (yes also Tier 1 firms like coinbase and ai16z do so), but Defiance actually does some good research in the background. I know their team and I can say it is top notch. Good work.levaix.eth · 1336· 1y ago14
“Visionary Crypto Pioneers”DeFianceCapital shines as a beacon in the crypto investment world, celebrated for their rigorous research and forward-thinking strategy. Steering clear of the scattershot tactics common among VCs, they meticulously select and nurture groundbreaking Web3 projects with unparalleled expertise. Their engaging X posts not only showcase deep market insight but also spark meaningful dialogue, fostering a vibrant community of innovators. By championing visionary founders and sharing thought-provoking alpha, they solidify their role as a dynamic leader shaping the blockchain’s bright future!MemeLordmeme 🏴‍☠️✳️ · 1354· 1y ago13
“Good Due Diligence”One of the VCs in the crypto space that actually do some Due Diligence before investing in a random web 3 startup. Normally VCs in Crypto space just spray and pray (yes also Tier 1 firms like coinbase and ai16z do so), but Defiance actually does some good research in the background. I know their team and I can say it is top notch. Good work.levaix.eth · 1336· 1y ago13
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