Consensys

About The Fund

Consensys is a blockchain software technology company established in 2014 that functions as an integral part of the web3 ecosystem. They offer a comprehensive suite of products designed to empower users, developers, and businesses to build decentralized applications (dapps), manage digital assets and explore the web3 space. Their leading product, MetaMask, is a well-known self-custodial wallet boasting over 100 million users annually, available as a browser extension and mobile app. For developers, MetaMask offers an array of developer tools, including SDKs, testing features in Flask, and the ability to extend MetaMask's core functionality with Snaps. Infura, another key product, provides developers with a reliable and integrated platform for web3 development, offering a robust set of tools to help scale dapps efficiently. Linea is their EVM equivalent zkEVM rollup designed for fast finality, high throughput, low gas fees, and with the security of Ethereum settlement, encouraging projects to develop without compromising on security or developer experience. Consensys also provides comprehensive smart contract audit services through Diligence, and an open source Ethereum client, Besu, which is developed under the Apache 2.0 license and is suited for both public and private networks. Teku is their Ethereum 2.0 client designed for businesses interested in staking on Ethereum's next evolution. Consensys also offers staking services to secure the Ethereum network while enabling users to earn staking rewards. Their investment thesis focuses on supporting startups and projects in the pre-seed and seed stages within the blockchain (& Cryptos), nanotechnology, and women-focused industries. Additionally, they show keen interest in alternative assets, gaming, consumer efficiency tools, and are advocates for smart regulation in the web3 industry. Their mission is to make web3 universally easy to use and develop on, ultimately inspiring and empowering builders across the globe.