Investor Type | Firm |
Industries | A.I. (& Big Data) • Blockchain (& Cryptos) • Nanotechnology |
Stages | Pre-seed, Seed |
Investing | United States |
Investment Range | $50,000 - $1,000,000 |
Investment Sweet Spot | $250,000 |
MRGN Research is an investment fund that focuses on supporting and developing companies within specific cutting-edge technology sectors. They have targeted industries such as Artificial Intelligence (& Big Data), Blockchain (& Cryptos), and Nanotechnology. MRGN Research operates with a clear investment approach, extending from pre-seed to seed-stage funding for ventures that align with their vision. They offer financial investments ranging from a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $1,000,000, with a sweet spot at approximately $250,000 for each commitment. This funding strategy underlines MRGN Research's role as an integral early-stage partner for startups in niche and transformative tech spaces. By leveraging their expertise and network, they aim to nurture and propel companies that have the potential to pioneer advancements in their respective fields. MRGN Research's specialties not only lie in the provision of capital but also in deep collaboration to expand their partners' work and mission. Their portfolio includes investments in multiple companies across various applications of technology such as Solana, Squads, Pyth, Jito, Backpack, Sanctum, Arcium, Bullpen, Exponent, Fermi, MetaDAO, Sphere, Perena, and Asgard, as well as some unannounced companies. The organization has an inherent interest in the interplay between technology and culture, finance, and politics. They pride themselves on iterating within nascent industries alongside adept teams at the intersection of finance and crypto. Moreover, they have a background that includes building a hedge fund, selling a healthtech company, and scaling organizations. MRGN's co-founder has a notable presence in both the industry and the media, exemplified by published thought pieces and extensive news coverage of their work.