Crypto Industry Secures $136.8 Million in Venture Funding Despite Stagnation
Venture capital funding in the crypto industry has shown signs of stagnation in recent months, with some firms struggling to close new funds. Despite this challenging macro environment, blockchain infrastructure remains a key area of interest, with themes such as AI, decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN), tokenization, payments, and real-world assets (RWAs) continuing to attract investment.
In June, several high-profile funding deals reflected this continued interest. Decentralized finance (DeFi), trading platforms, pre-seed growth funds, and projects at the intersection of digital assets and artificial intelligence all secured capital. These deals highlight the resilience of the crypto industry amidst seasonal…