Chris Dixon
Venture capitalInvestment thesis
This essay argues that technology is the primary force behind human progress and highlights eleven emerging areas the author is excited about: self-driving cars, clean energy, virtual and augmented reality, drones and flying cars, artificial intelligence, ubiquitous smartphones, cryptocurrencies and blockchains, high-quality online education, food produced through science, computerized medicine, and a new private-sector space age. The author frames the present as the best moment in history to start a company, citing lower barriers and greater upside than ever before. The piece is a technology optimism manifesto rather than a description of a specific fund's mandate.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 1 of 1 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning Γ1Cloud Computing Γ1Deep Tech Γ1Developer Tools Γ1Enterprise Software Γ1
HQs:United StatesΓ1
Investments Β· 1 tracked
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Rescale provides cloud-based engineering and R&D platform with simulation, modeling, and digital engineering tools for enterprise engineering teams across multiple industries.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingDeep TechDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSan Francisco, US
Joris Poort(Founder/CEO)inAdam McKenzie(Founder/CTO)in
BoardToshiya Otani(Director)Yanev Suissa(Director)in
Co-investorsDCVC (Data Collective)Flucas VenturesHitachi VenturesKeen Venture PartnersM12 (Microsoft's Venture Fund)Nautilus Ventures Management Company (Us), Llc+17 more
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesRescale Β· finance.yahoo.com Β· Apr 8, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- What sectors does Chris Dixon focus on?
- Chris Dixon focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Cleantech, Crypto & Web3, EdTech, FoodTech, Healthtech, Mobility & Transportation, Robotics, Space Tech.
Media Β· Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamChris Dixon and Naval Ravikant β The Wonders of Web3 And Much More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss Β· Chris Dixon
Chris Dixon on How to Build Networks, Movements, and AI-Native Products
a16z Β· Chris Dixon
Who Will Own the Internet? a16zβs Chris Dixon on AI and Crypto
a16z Β· Chris Dixon
Future of Crypto, Blockchain & Web3 w/ Chris Dixon
a16z Β· Chris Dixon
Read Write Own: A New Era of the Internet with Chris Dixon
a16z crypto Β· Chris Dixon
Chris Dixon Talks AI and Crypto - Pioneer Podcast Ep 3
Pioneer Β· Chris Dixon
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