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Castle Island Ventures

Cambridge, Massachusetts · Invests in US · Website

Thesis

Public blockchains represent a paradigm shift in how we interact with money, financial services, and the internet. We invest in infrastructure and application companies building the future of monetary networks, programmable finance, and decentralized internet architecture.

Likely not a fit for

We do not invest in gambling/casino games, speculative-only assets, or proof-of-work mining operations. We focus exclusively on public blockchains.

How they invest

Lead or follow
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Typical decision
~1 week
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$250M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

10 contacts on file

MW

Matthew Walsh

General PartnerFounding Partner · Primary contact

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Nic Carter

General PartnerFounding Partner

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Sean Judge

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Ria Bhutoria

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Rich Sgalardi

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Gretchen McCarey

Platform & OpsChief Financial Officer

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Gus Coldebella

Platform & OpsChief Legal Officer

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Wyatt Khosrowshahi

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Henry Harris

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Hunter Merghart

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Portfolio

Erebor BankFintech Payments
AlkimiyaFintech Payments

Alkimiya is a market protocol for trading blockspace and fundamental metrics. It offers predictive markets and total supply forecasts for USDC, allowing users to manage and monitor their open orders.

Alpen LabsFintech Payments

Alpen Labs is building Bitcoin's future by enabling direct programmability of Bitcoin through zero-knowledge proofs, facilitating secure trading, borrowing, and the creation of financial applications on the Bitcoin network.

AndrenaEnterprise Software

Andrena provides high-speed Internet services starting at $30 per month, focusing on affordability and simplicity for residents and businesses. Their service includes plans up to 1 Gbps with no hidden fees and quick setup.

ArcadeMarketing Adtech

Arcade is a platform that enables users to create interactive product demos and storytelling experiences quickly and easily. With features like a Creator Studio for on-brand visuals and personalization tools, Arcade helps businesses enhance their marketing and sales efforts through engaging product narratives.

Arch LendingFintech Payments

Arch Lending provides secure and instant Bitcoin and crypto-backed loans, allowing users to unlock liquidity without selling their digital assets.

Asymmetry FinanceFintech Payments

Asymmetry Finance is focused on providing innovative financial products such as stablecoins and structured products for liquid staking and restaking, aiming to supercharge yield sustainably.

AtriumManufacturing Industrial

Atrium Windows & Doors is a leading manufacturer of high-quality vinyl windows and patio doors, committed to providing exceptional products and customer service since 1946.

AttestivSecurity Cyber

Attestiv provides a cloud-scale platform to ensure the authenticity and validity of digital assets utilizing patented AI technology, addressing the challenges of fake and AI-generated media.

Babylon LabsFintech Payments

Babylon Labs focuses on Bitcoin staking and decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions, providing institutional staking services and developing protocols for enhancing Bitcoin's utility.

BeamEnterprise Software

Beam is a company that offers a comprehensive platform for construction project management, integrating tools for estimating, project management, and financial management. Their software is designed to help contractors streamline operations, improve profitability, and enhance overall project organization.

Project ElevenSecurity Cyber

Project Eleven is an applied lab of builders and technologists at the intersection of quantum computing and cryptography, focusing on securing digital assets for the post-quantum era.

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Castle Island Ventures Research Investment Thesis Castle Island Ventures is a specialized venture capital firm exclusively focused on public blockchains and cryptoassets. Founded in 2018 by Fidelity alums Nic Carter and Matt Walsh, the firm partners with entrepreneurs building transformative companies powered by public blockchain technologies. The firm believes that public blockchains represent a

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