Backing the Buildersof the Open Economy
Pre-seed to Series A. Web3 infrastructure, DeFi, AI × Crypto, Gaming, and tokenized consumer products. Capital, product expertise, and liquidity to help you scale.
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We back 50+ portfolio companies across AI Deploy, Web Apps, Ecommerce, Marketing, and Platform — from pre-seed to Series A. Our founders have collectively created over $500M in value, onboarded millions of users, and built infrastructure that powers the open economy.
Our thesis
InfrastructureScaling the rails of Web3.
We back the teams building L1/L2 protocols, developer tooling, wallets, and the essential infrastructure that makes decentralized systems scalable and secure.
DeFi & AI × CryptoThe new financial stack.
From liquidity protocols and stablecoins to AI-driven on-chain intelligence, we fund the builders re-imagining capital markets, automation, and data economies.
Consumer & GamingOnboarding the next 100M users.
We invest in consumer apps, NFT ecosystems, and gaming platforms that make blockchain invisible — and adoption inevitable.
Futurewith long-term
SupportBeyond Capital
Ecosystem & GovernanceFounder Infrastructure.
We support founders in building sustainable token models, incentive structures, and governance systems that align investors, users, and communities for long-term success.
Capital & LiquidityExchange & Liquidity Network.
We connect projects to exchanges, liquidity partners, and market-makers, enabling smooth token launches, deep trading markets, and faster user adoption.
Legal & ComplianceCompliance.
From MiCA to SEC and FATF standards, we help teams navigate compliance, ensuring products are legally resilient and scalable worldwide.
Talent & GrowthTalent & Hiring Support.
We give founders access to a trusted talent network — from engineers and operators to product leads — helping them scale teams quickly and effectively.
See how we help
Founders
Product & DesignBrand & Product Design Studio.
Our product and design partners work side-by-side with founders to create user-first brands, intuitive apps, and seamless experiences for mass adoption.
Fast, Transparent,
Founder-First.
From first call to deployed capital, our process is designed to move quickly while staying aligned with founders at every step.
7 days average to term sheet
Most deals move from the first conversation to a signed agreement in just one week. We prioritize speed without sacrificing diligence, because we know early-stage founders need capital and support when timing is critical — not months later.
20+ countries backed
We invest globally — from North America and Europe to Asia and emerging markets. This reach gives our founders early access to international partners, exchanges, and local ecosystems.
Intro Call.
A 30-45 min conversation to understand your vision, traction, and market approach.
Term Sheet.
Clear, founder-friendly terms within 7-10 days.
Due Diligence.
Review of technology, tokenomics, compliance, and team structure.
Capital Deployed.
Funding + access to liquidity, partnerships, and platform support.
70% of portfolio raised follow-on capital
The majority of our companies secure additional rounds from top-tier funds. We help founders prepare for fundraising, connect with co-investors, and scale their runway.
Our team
Wen Yan
CEO
Alistair Quinlan
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Ley Li
General Partner
Liang Junhao
Strategic Leadership Manager
Sethi Liam
Team Lead
Natasha Bernal
General Partner
Robert Cheng
Ecosystem & Strategic Investments Lead
Kuldeep Gupta
Startup Scout & India Head
Our Manifesto
We back the architects of the
sovereign internet.
Decentralization as a Standard
We believe that the future of the internet belongs to its users. We invest in teams building the protocols and platforms that return ownership, privacy, and control to individuals.
Open Source Default
Transparency is the cornerstone of trust. We support founders who embrace open-source development, fostering collaborative ecosystems that are resilient and verifiable.
Community Governance
Sustainable protocols are community-owned. We help founders design tokenomics and governance structures that align incentives across all participants for long-term health.
Global Accessibility
The open economy has no borders. We fund infrastructure that enables anyone, anywhere, to participate in the global financial system without permission.
Talk to our Investment team
Pitch your startup.
Share your vision, traction, and what you're building — we review every application.
Partner as an LP.
Explore Fund III and learn how we create value across Web3.
50+
portfolio companies backed across Web3 sectors.
$500M+
combined value created with our founders.
"Having Astra Capital on board meant more than funding — it meant a network, liquidity, and hands-on product support."
— Founder